An 11-year old boy was riding his bicycle one morning in Hemet when he was hit by a passing vehicle, thrown on the car’s hood and then dragged for about 25 feet. Witnesses and a nearby work crew removed the boy from under the car. He sustained burns and cuts.
Officials are investigating to determine what happened – Was the driver speeding or under the influence or just plain negligent? California Highway Patrol reports that records from 2008 indicate there were close to 400 people injured in a bicycle accident in Riverside County.
According to California Vehicle Code Section 21800(a) drivers of automobiles and required to yield to pedestrians and bicyclists who have entered an intersection of crosswalk. If the driver is found to be at fault, he or she may be held liable for medical expenses and any other expenses involved. I would advise the family of this little boy to seek the expertise of a Personal Injury attorney to investigate for them. I hope the little boy has a speedy recovery.
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There are many bicycle riders in the communities surrounding Palm Springs due to the beautiful weather most of the year. Because of all the riders and all of the vehicles on the streets of Palm Springs, accidents happen. Even if a bicycle rider is protected with a helmet, he or she does not stand a chance if hit by an automobile or truck.
A bike accident with an automobile or truck can bring very severe injuries – broken bones, ruptured organs or death. It only takes a second for a bike rider to be hit by another vehicle. Drivers do not always respect bike riders and feel they have no place on roadways. Some roads have bike lanes, but not all.
Bicycle accidents happen every day. If you or a loved one has been injured in a bicycle accident, contact an experienced Personal Injury attorney who will fight to get you compensation for any and all of your expenses.
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