Sonora, CA – One Airlifted After Motorcycle Crash On Highway 101 And Washington St.

Sonora, CA (June 22, 2019) – A multi-vehicle accident involving a motorcycle occurred on June 22 at around 12:34 a.m., that injured one person.

California Highway Patrol responded to the scene of this injury accident. According to CHP officers, the crash occurred Saturday, on Highway 101 and Washington St.

Emergency responders were called to the scene to render aid the injured drivers. One person was airlifted to the hospital for treatment of severe injuries.

We send healing thoughts to the injured parties and their families. Our thoughts are with them all during this difficult time as we hope for a full recovery.

Motorcycle-Involved Fatalities Increasing In California

The amount of motorcycle crashes that involved fatalities have more than doubled since 1997. Most victims are killed in summer — with the highest amounts of deaths in the month of July.

Lane-splitting also adds to safety concerns for motorcyclists and other vehicles on the road.

From 1994 to 2016, motorcyclist deaths rose from 5.7 percent of the total number of fatalities to more than 14 percent. Motorcycle deaths went up from 2,320 in 1994 to 5,286 in 2016. As well, California lands in the top 15 of all 50 states in fatalities.

In 2016, motorcycle fatalities in California accounted for 15.1 percent of total deaths in 2016. That year, 566 motorcyclists were killed — an 11 percent increase.

Motorcycle collisions are also caused by impaired driving due to alcohol or marijuana, speeding, distracted driving, and faster bikes are also factors driving up collisions.

When a driver’s carelessness causes the death of a motorcyclist, the rider’s surviving family members may be able to pursue compensation for their loved one’s wrongful death. When a motorcyclist is injured by a driver’s negligence, the rider can seek compensation for those injuries. Contact a personal injury attorney to help you get justice.

If you or your loved one has been seriously injured or passed away due to an accident involving a motorcycle, seek the help of an attorney with solid experience. Brady Law Group can help you deal with the legal pitfalls of this situation and help you handle claims with insurance companies. We offer experienced motorcycle accident attorneys who can help you in your time of need. Please contact us today at 866-478-6483.

Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.

Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident.