Elderly Man Injured In Sorrento Valley Bicycle Accident Along Sorrento Valley Road
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA (November 8, 2022) – An elderly man was seriously injured in a Sorrento Valley bicycle accident while traveling down Sorrento Valley Road.
San Diego County officials are saying that the accident took place around 10:14 a.m. on Saturday. A bicyclist was traveling down the road when they lost control and went down in the roadway.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. He was taken to the hospital in order to receive treatment.
A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Sorrento Valley Bicycle Accidents
The number of bicyclists on the roadway has increased especially as gas has become more expensive. But this has also led to a sharp rise in the number of bicycle collisions. 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 potentially contribute to a bicycle collision.
- Poor road conditions
- Dimly lit roadways
- Malfunctioning bicycles
Many people assume a bicyclist is always at fault if they fall down with no one else around. But this is simply not always the case. Many bicycle accidents are due to potholes or other defects in the roadway. Pursuant to California Government Code 835, a public entity is liable for injury caused by a dangerous condition on its property – insofar as the property was in a dangerous condition at the time of the injury. There are a number of steps that should be taken after a San Diego bicycle accident.
- Eye witnesses should be interviewed.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- Photos of the accident site should be taken.
- A thorough, independent investigation should be conducted.
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. It is important to seek the skilled guidance of a bicycle accident attorney after any accident. An attorney can examine all of the facts of your case free of cost and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A San Diego Bicycle Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to the bicyclist injured in this crash. It is our sincere hope that he will be able to make a full recovery. City officials should consider measures to prevent other accidents like this.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a bicycle accident? Our team of San Diego bicycle accident attorneys are here to help in any way that we can. 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 an accident, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
