Every Californian needs to be aware of the dangers presented on the road. Even though driving sounds like a fun thing to do, it is, in fact, a very dangerous activity. Sure, you can get to work faster, but what about the risks of getting involved in an accident?
Motorcycles are even more dangerous to drive than cars. They have little to no protection for the driver, and in most motorcycle accidents, the motorcyclist will end up hospitalized or dead.
However, sometimes the road itself could be dangerous. California is notorious for having a few extremely dangerous roads. If you are living in Southern California, you should be familiar with the following.
The I-10 Freeway
Let us start with the biggest freeway, the one that runs all the way to Florida, the I-10 freeway. Based on the number of total fatalities, this road is among the deadliest in the entire country. However, the most dangerous part of this freeway is the one passing through San Bernandino country. At this particular place, the highest number of DUI accidents happened. Both motorcycles and cars were involved in these accidents.
Additionally, the area around Los Angeles is also extremely dangerous, and probably has the highest number of rear-end collisions. There are just way too many vehicles on the road at all time, and it is only logical that accidents will occur more often.
Los Angeles Bike Accident Attorney agree that most of these accidents occur at night and during rush hours, with many vehicles entering the city right off the freeway without slowing down. If you were hit by another vehicle, causing you to fall off your motorcycle and end up with injuries, contact our attorneys and seek compensation for your damages, including:
- Property damage (motorcycle repairs)
- Pain and suffering
- Medical costs
- Lost wages and earning potential)
The I-5 Highway
Another deadly road, for both motorcycles and other motor vehicles, is the notorious I-5. It runs north from San Diego, and it has been a place with the highest number of fatalities in 2016. In total, over 3,600 people died in California as a result of motor vehicle accidents in 2016, out of which, 211 were motorcyclists. According to statistics, the most dangerous counties in California are:
- Los Angeles
- Riverside
- San Bernardino
If you plan on visiting these areas or driving through, be careful, especially if you drive at night. There are many drunken drivers (especially among teenagers) and inexperienced drivers. If you plan on going out for a night ride on your brand new motorcycle, be sure that you are well equipped and wearing the right uniform, that is easily spotted in the dark. Wear a helmet, and pay attention to every vehicle on the road.
If you end up in a motorcycle accident, consult with Bike Accident Attorneys in Los Angeles. You may be eligible to obtain compensation for your damages, without you even being aware of it. Give them a call today and find out what your best course of action is.
