Deadly Malibu Motorcycle Collision
28-Year-Old Timothy Smith was killed in a Malibu traffic accident on Saturday afternoon.
CHP reports included that the crash occurred on May 14th at 4:19 p.m. on Pacific Coast Highway.
Smith was driving a motorcycle at the time of the accident when it collided with another car under unclear circumstances.
Sadly, the motorcyclist died at the scene.
No details were provided about the other driver.
The crash remains under investigation.
JT Legal Group sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Timothy Smith.
According to statistics, approximately 80% of accidents involving a motorcycle result in injuries or death.
Motorcycle accidents, according to the NHTSA, accounted for 14% of motor vehicle accident deaths in 2019. Motorcyclists should be fully aware of the safety challenges in which they face while riding on roads in California. Below are some tips for motorcyclists:
- Wear proper protection
- Ride responsibly
- Be knowledgeable and practice how to properly operate a motorcycle
- Ensure you are licensed prior to operating a motorcycle
Contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111 if you need legal assistance following an accident.