[03-06-2022] Santa Clara County, CA – One Person Hurt After a Bicycle Crash in San Jose

One unidentified person was injured after a bicycle crash in San Jose on Sunday night, March 6, 2022.

[03-06-2022] Santa Clara County, CA - One Person Hurt After a Bicycle Crash in San JoseThe accident happened at approximately 8:05 p.m. in the area of Santa Teresa Boulevard and Avenida Espana.

A bicycle and an unspecified vehicle collided on the roadway for unclear reasons. The events leading up to the crash have not been established.

The bicycle rider sustained life-threatening injuries in the mishap and was immediately transported to an area hospital for treatment.

Meanwhile, the other driver remained at the scene and willingly cooperated with authorities. He was uninjured in the mishap.

An active investigation of the case is currently underway.

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Bicycle Accident Statistics

When traveling small distances, more people are getting interested in riding bicycles. It’s mostly because bicycles are a low-cost and environmentally beneficial alternative. Bicycle accidents, unfortunately, have been on the rise in recent years.

Between 2007 and 2018, 8,908 cyclists died in the United States. That figure was multiplied by 12 to get the average. 2018 was the deadliest year for bikers, with 857 killed.

Bicycle accidents have been on the rise in California in recent years. Approximately 155 persons died in fatal bicycle accidents in 2018.

Cyclist fatalities account for 4% of all motor accidents in California. This is more than double the national rate, and it ranks California top in the US in terms of cycling deaths.

Bicycle accidents happen for a variety of causes. Drivers failing to cede the right of way, neglecting to check for bikes before pulling out, running a stop sign or a red light, and inattentive driving is all common reasons.

Bicycle Accident Lawyers for Victims in Santa Clara County

Bicycle accident victims in California who have been hurt due to irresponsible driving can sue the driver in court for compensation. This type of litigation is frequently referred to as a “personal injury” case.

In personal injury cases, negligence is a typical claim. Negligence occurs when someone fails to exercise the level of care that a reasonable person would exercise in the same or similar circumstances.

Suppose you can prove that the negligent driver’s negligence caused your injuries and other losses, such as missed income and time away from work. In that case, you may be able to obtain a court judgment directing the negligent driver to pay you for your injuries and other losses.

Arash Law’s expert Santa Clara County bicycle accident attorneys set themselves apart from other firms’ personal injury lawyers by paying close attention to each case and meticulously preparing each client’s best case. Call (888) 488-1391 for a free consultation with a California personal injury attorney.

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