Toddler Riding Training Bicycle Was Injured In Mountain View Car Accident Just Outside of the Mountain View Library
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CALIFORNIA (September 28, 2022) – A toddler riding a training bicycle was injured in a car accident just outside of the Mountain View Library.
Santa Clara County officials are saying that the accident took place around 1:10 a.m. on Friday. A toddler was riding his bicycle near his father on the sidewalk near the Mountain View Library when both were hit by a vehicle.
The child was transported to the hospital as a precaution. No arrests were made following the crash. A full investigation into the crash by the Mountain View Library remains ongoing.
Liability In Mountain View Bicycle Accidents
Far too many people are seriously injured every year in bicycle collisions. According to the IIHS, “Each year about 2 percent of motor vehicle crash deaths are bicyclists. Although child bicyclist deaths have declined over the years, deaths among bicyclists age 20 and older have almost quadrupled since 1975.” There are a number of factors that could potentially contribute to a bicycle accident.
- Inclement weather
- Distracted driving
- Driver fatigue
- Poor road conditions
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting bicyclists. A large number of collisions are due to drivers that are distracted or otherwise driving too fast for the prevailing conditions. If a driver fails to reduce their speed in order to avoid hitting a bicyclist, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Victims of bicycle accidents tend to suffer very serious injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
Any person that is injured in a bicycle accident due to the negligence of another driver may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A bicycle accident attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Santa Clara County Bicycle Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to the child and father injured in this collision near the Mountain View Library. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. It is our sincere hope that steps are taken to make this area safer for bicyclists and pedestrians.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Mountain View car accident? Our team of bicycle accident attorneys are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims get the support and justice that they are entitled to under the law. You are always welcome to reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
