How Helmet Use Can Affect a Claim
Under CA Veh Code § 27803, motorcycle riders and passengers are required to wear approved safety helmets. Compliance with this law often becomes a central issue when determining whether a motorcycle crash in Los Angeles resulted in fatal injuries and how liability should be allocated among the parties.
Insurance companies may argue that a rider’s injuries were worsened because a helmet was not worn properly or at all. However, these arguments do not automatically prevent recovery.
The state follows a pure comparative negligence system. Even if a deceased rider is found partially responsible for the severity of certain injuries, surviving family members may still be entitled to recover compensation. The outcome depends on the facts of the case and the evidence connecting helmet use to the injuries sustained. Our lawyer could work with medical professionals and other experts to challenge unsupported allegations and protect your family’s claim.
What Compensation May Be Available?
A wrongful death action allows certain family members to seek compensation for losses resulting from a fatal collision. Eligible family members in Los Angeles may pursue damages when a fatal motorcycle crash occurs because of another party’s negligent conduct.
Depending on the circumstances, compensation available may include:
- Costs associated with funeral and burial arrangements
- Income and financial contributions the deceased would have provided
- The value of household tasks and services no longer available
- The loss of love, companionship, and emotional support
- Benefits and other forms of support the deceased would likely have contributed
The value of a claim depends on factors such as the individual’s age, earning capacity, life expectancy, and the effect their passing has had on surviving family members. Our lawyer could evaluate your case and identify all available damages.
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