Maria Estrada Died In Nuevo Car Accident While Riding Bicycle By The Intersection of Montgomery Avenue and Nuevo Road
NUEVO, CALIFORNIA (January 22, 2022) – A 38-year-old bicyclist identified as Maria Estrada died in a Nuevo car accident by the intersection of Montgomery Avenue and Nuevo Road.
Riverside County officials are saying that the collision took place around 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Maria Estrada was riding her bicycle when she was hit by a vehicle.
Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. Sadly, Maria Estrada died due to the severe nature of her injuries.
A full investigation into the crash remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Nuevo 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 a number of factors that could contribute to a car accident.
- Speeding
- Drunk driving
- Inclement weather
- Poor road conditions
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care to avoid hitting bicyclists. The family of any person that is killed due to the negligent actions of a driver may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover many of the sudden expenses that come with the loss of a loved one. Sadly, though, it is common for drivers to fight hard to deny liability for any collision.
Investigating A Nuevo Bicycle Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our deepest condolences to the family of Maria Estrada. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
Do you need more information about a Nuevo bicycle accident? Our team of bicycle safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you have legal questions or need any type of support after a collision we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
