Two Teenage Bicyclists Were Injured In A Collision At The Camarillo Premium Outlets On East Ventura Boulevard
CAMARILLO, CALIFORNIA (August 8, 2022) – Two teenagers riding bicycles were injured in a car accident at the Camarillo Premium Outlets along East Ventura Boulevard.
Ventura County police officials are saying that the collision took place around 12:25 p.m. on Friday. Two teenagers were riding bicycles when they were hit by a Chevrolet Bolt.
One of the teens was pinned underneath the vehicle. That person was taken to the hospital with critical injuries. The other teenager was taken to the hospital with injuries described as minor.
The driver of the Chevrolet Bolt remained at the scene and cooperated with police. A full investigation into the crash at the Camarillo Premium Outlets remains ongoing.
Liability In Camarillo Bicycle Accidents
Bicyclists are uniquely vulnerable in car accidents. They lack the protection of enclosed vehicles and are more likely to be overlooked. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “Bicycle trips make up only 1% of all trips in the United States. However, bicyclists account for over 2% of people who die in a crash involving a motor vehicle on our nation’s roads.” There are many different factors that could potentially contribute to bicycle accidents including:
- Driver distraction
- Speeding
- Driver fatigue
- Driver intoxication
All drivers have a legal responsibility to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting bicyclists. A large number of bicycle accidents are due to drivers that fail to scan the road ahead of them. Parking lots, in particular, can be very dangerous places for pedestrians and bicyclists. If the driver of a vehicle failed to slow down 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 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. Sadly, though, insurance companies will often do everything in their power to deny liability for any collision. A bicycle accident attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know if you have a legal claim that can be pursued.
Investigating A Camarillo Bicycle Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to the two victims injured in this accident at the Camarillo Premium Outlets. It is our sincere hope that both bicyclists will be able to make a full recovery. Any person that may have seen what happened should reach out to investigators.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a car accident at the Camarillo Premium Outlets? There are a number of laws designed to protect your rights. Our team of bicycle safety advocates are here for you. We care deeply that accident victims get the medical and financial support that they need in order to recover. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support after a collision we are here for you. You can always reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
