Cyclist Critically Injured In Citrus Heights Collision On Sunrise Boulevard
CITRUS HEIGHTS, CALIFORNIA (July 24, 2022) – A man was critically injured in a Citrus Heights bicycle accident with a vehicle near the intersection of Sunrise Boulevard and Antelope Road.
Sacramento County police officials are saying that the collision took place around 5:00 p.m. on Friday. A bicyclist and vehicle were involved in a collision for undetermined reasons.
The force of the impact caused the victim to be thrown to the ground and knocked unconscious. Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim.
They were taken to the hospital with major injuries. A full investigation into the Citrus Heights collision remains ongoing at this time.
Liability In Citrus Heights Bicycle Accidents
Thousands of bicyclists are killed or seriously injured in car accidents every year. According to the CDC, “Nearly 1,000 bicyclists die and over 130,000 are injured in crashes that occur on roads in the United States every year. The costs of bicycle injuries and deaths from crashes typically exceed $23 billion in the United States each year.” Bicycle accidents are more likely to occur during the evening hours when there is reduced visibility. There are many other factors that could contribute to an accident.
- Inclement weather
- Distracted driving
- Driver intoxication
- Driver fatigue
- Speeding
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting bicyclists. Drivers must also maintain at least 3 feet of separation from bicyclists traveling in a bicycle lane. Any person that is injured in a bicycle accident may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A bicycle accident attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A California Bicycle Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to the bicyclist injured in this Citrus Heights collision. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be a thorough investigation for the sake of the victim.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Citrus Heights bicycle accident? Our team of bicycle accident attorneys are here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that accident victims get the support and justice that they are entitled to under the law. You’re always welcome to reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
