Sacramento, CA (March 15, 2023) – A bicycle accident occurred in North Sacramento on Tuesday morning, leaving one person injured. The accident was reported at around 9:45 a.m. on March 14.
According to officials, a bicyclist was traveling in the area of Wyatt Avenue and Margaret Way during the morning hours. For unknown reasons, they were struck by a vehicle.
The bicyclist was injured as a result of the crash. Paramedics were dispatched to treat the victim and transport them to a local hospital.
The circumstances of the bicycle crash are under investigation at this time.
Bicycle Accidents in California
Accidents involving motor vehicles have the potential to permanently alter almost every facet of a person’s life. The unfortunate truth is that there are hundreds of vehicle accidents every day in the state of California that leave victims with injuries that have a major impact on their life. When individuals are riding bicycles at the time of their auto collisions, they significantly increase their chances of sustaining severe injuries that require substantial medical treatment.
Regrettably, we see a large number of victims being forced into local hospitals, where they are required to receive extensive medical treatment for the injuries they sustained. Common injuries that are reported in bicycle accidents in California include:
- Compound fractures.
- Spinal cord injuries.
- The loss of limbs.
- Trauma to the head.
- Internal organ injuries.
Regrettably, as a result of drivers who are careless and reckless, bikers are frequently injured or killed while traveling on roads across our state. Some of the most common causes of these accidents are:
- Drivers that disregard stop signs or red lights.
- Drivers that are going at an unsafely fast speed for the current conditions of the road or the weather.
- Motorists that neglect to give room to cyclists on the road.
- Motorists who are operating their vehicles while under the influence of alcohol or narcotics.
- Drivers who open their doors hastily without first checking their surroundings (dooring accidents).
Every day, acts of neglect like these and others continue to cause harm to innocent individuals in our state. Bicyclists who suffer injuries as a result of collisions with motor vehicles are eligible to file claims for financial compensation against the drivers who cause them harm.
At Wilshire Law Firm, we understand how important it is to have the best legal representation when pursuing a personal injury case. Our dedicated attorneys are fully dedicated to getting you the justice and compensation you deserve and have an impressive track record of success in these cases. If you or someone you know has been injured due to negligence or fault, contact us today for your free consultation at 800-358-1884 and let our team take care of everything from start to finish so that you can focus on recovery.