Anaheim, CA – Motorcycle Accident Leads to Fatality in NB Lanes of SR-57
Anaheim, CA (June 24, 2022) – Around 9 p.m. on Thursday night, June 23, one person was killed in a motorcycle accident in Anaheim.
According to California Highway Patrol officials, the accident happened in the northbound lanes of SR-57 around the area of Katella Avenue. Authorities confirmed that a motorcycle collided with three other vehicles due to reasons that are not yet known. The vehicles involved in the accident were extensively damaged as a result of the accident.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other local responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One person, believed to be the motorcyclist, was pronounced dead at the scene due to traumatic injuries. Another person was rushed to the hospital for treatment of injuries.
It is believed that the accident may have been caused by DUI. The roadway was blocked in the area of the accident for some time.
No further details have been released. The investigation into the circumstances of the collision continues.
We offer our condolences to the family and friends of the victim whose life was taken in this accident.
Motorcycle Accidents in California
Motorcycle accidents do not happen as frequently as other accidents in California but they have been increasing on our roads in recent years. California averages approximately 500 motorcycle-related fatalities every single year. It is also important to note that about 88% of motorcycle accidents end in injuries or death. In the blink of an eye, your life could be turned upside-down due to a motorcycle accident, especially one that takes the life of a loved one. If you have sustained these immense losses, you may wonder where you can turn. Families are urged to speak with an attorney that they can trust in their time of need.
Losing somebody closest to you in an accident can affect your life in many ways. Having the help of an Anaheim motorcycle accident attorney on your side can ensure that your rights are being protected in your time of need. As you are grieving the immense loss of a loved one, you may wonder how you will afford to pay the bills that pile up against you. Facing these losses can be incredibly stressful. It is important that you speak with an Anaheim wrongful death attorney who has your best interests in mind.
At Russell & Lazarus APC, Personal Injury Lawyer, our attorneys are here to help you get back on your feet after you have lost somebody close to you in a motorcycle accident. We understand how overwhelming one of these accidents can be both emotionally and financially. As you grieve your losses, you should not have to worry about the financial aspects of your claim. We will walk you through this process and help you work toward results. You may find that you are eligible for compensation to cover an array of aspects, including the following:
- Medical expenses
- Funeral and burial costs
- Pain and suffering
- Therapy costs
If you have lost someone you love in an accident, we will stand by your side along the way. Please contact a motorcycle accident attorney in Anaheim at (888) 539-3154 to find out how we can assist you.
Note: This post was created through the use of secondary sources such as state and local news sources, police accident reports, social media platforms, and eyewitness accounts about serious injury accidents that take place in Orange County. The facts surrounding this accident have not been independently verified, therefore, if any information is incorrect, please contact Russell & Lazarus APC, Personal Injury Lawyer so we can update the post with the most accurate information available. We will remove this post upon request.
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