Yong Hu Died In Sunnyvale Car Accident While Riding Bicycle By Wolfe Road and Inverness Road
SUNNYVALE, CALIFORNIA (October 1, 2022) – A bicyclist identified as Yong Hu has tragically died in a Sunnyvale car accident by the intersection of Wolfe Road and Inverness Road.
Santa Clara County officials are saying that the accident took place around 5:11 p.m. on Monday. Yong Hu was riding a bicycle when they were hit by a car.
Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. Sadly, Yong Hu was pronounced dead due to the severity of his injuries.
A full investigation into the collision remains ongoing at this time.
Liability In Sunnyvale Bicycle Accidents
Thousands of bicyclists are killed or seriously injured every year. 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.” Many bicycle accidents are totally preventable. There are a number of factors that could contribute to a bicycle accident.
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Vehicle malfunctions
- Driver intoxication
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting bicyclists. This includes driving at a safe speed and maintaining at least three feet of separation from bicyclists at all times. When a driver fails to slow down to avoid hitting a bicyclist, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. There are many steps that should be taken after a Sunnyvale bicycle accident.
- Eye witnesses should be interviewed.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
- An investigation should be conducted.
When a driver is negligent and strikes a bicyclist, they can be held at fault through a civil claim. The family member of any person that is killed in a car accident may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover many of the expenses that can come with the sudden loss of a loved one. Sadly, though, drivers will often fight hard to deny liability for any accident.
Investigating A Sunnyvale Bicycle Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our deepest condolences to the family of the bicyclist killed in this accident. 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 Sunnyvale 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 just have legal questions or need more information about an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
