Motorcyclist Killed In Long Beach Collision

Long Beach, CA – Police in Long Beach are currently conducting an investigation into a fatal collision that occurred over the weekend between a 63-year-old male driver and a motorcyclist. The incident took place at the intersection of Willow Street and Palo Verde Avenue on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at approximately 5:35 p.m.

Upon arrival, law enforcement officers discovered an unconscious male adult motorcyclist who had sustained serious injuries in the crash involving a 2019 Nissan Sentra driven by the 63-year-old driver. The motorcyclist, who was operating a 2021 Harley Davidson, had been traveling westbound on Willow Street before colliding with the Nissan. Preliminary findings from the investigation indicate that the Long Beach resident driving the Nissan failed to yield as he made a turn onto Palo Verde Avenue, resulting in the collision with the motorcyclist. Authorities are examining speed and distracted driving as potential contributing factors to this devastating accident. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.

Motorcycle Accidents 

Unfortunately, over 90,000 motorcyclists are injured in accidents each year in the United States. In this tragic accident, the family of the victim should have their investigative team evaluate all aspects surrounding the collision. This includes reviewing:

• Police accident report
• Any testing of the driver for drugs and alcohol
• Any history of the driver with drugs and alcohol
• Evaluation if road is striped per code
• Inspection of road conditions and signage
• Phone and texting records of the driver
• Accident history on this road
• Any video evidence of the crash
• All eyewitness accounts of the accident

Motorcycle Accident Attorneys 

As one of America’s largest personal injury law firms, The Barnes Firm has helped many clients injured in motorcycle accidents and have found that some common causes include:     

• Fatigue 
• Distracted driving 
• Speeding 
• Disobeying traffic laws 
• Alcohol or drug use 
• Texting and driving 
• Inexperienced driving 

At The Barnes Firm, our motorcycle accident attorneys understand first-hand how quickly a motorcycle accident can happen and how unexpected the injuries can be. If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident, contact an experienced motorcycle accident attorney at The Barnes Firm. From the first conversation through to the final settlement, the team of attorneys at The Barnes Firm will work hard for you every step of the way.

Call (800) 800-0000 today for a FREE case evaluation. It could be the best call you make.