[04-08-2023] Madera County, CA – Bicyclist Suffered Injuries After Truck Collision Near Bass Lake

A truck collision resulted in one bicyclist with injuries near Bass Lake, Madera County, on a Saturday, April 08, 2023.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened around the afternoon along Road 222 near Dorstan Drive.

The 56-year-old bicyclist was preparing to make a turn when it struck the side of the truck and got knocked off.

The bicyclist, who was not wearing a helmet at the time, sustained head injuries.

The authorities have yet to release further details about the crash.

Bicycle Accident Statistics

There were still nearly 800 cyclist fatalities nationwide in 2018, a 12% increase from 2001, despite fewer bicycle accidents.

The National Center for Health Statistics reports that 712 bikers died from car accidents, compared to 377 deaths from other causes.

Statistics show that California has the most fatal bicycle collisions. A study by the National Bicycle Safety Foundation found that 145 people died, and 11,116 were injured while bicycling in California in 2017.

Road hazards present a constant threat to riders. Regardless of the risk, vehicles ignore bikers’ rights and ride too closely to them. Accidents and even fatalities are consequently possible.

Drivers frequently slam through stop signs and red lights because they consistently fail to yield the right of way. Drinking or reckless driving could result in a fatal bicycle collision.

What To Do After a Bicycle Accident

We know how challenging of a time this is for you. We’re here to assist you in submitting a police report following an incident. We’ll have someone from our team get in touch with you so we can get this report. Once you begin the claims process, you will be able to receive compensation.

We will handle everything for you, including filing your claim, at no cost to you in the beginning. We will also ensure that the insurance company of the person who caused the accident pays for all your medical bills.

If you have any concerns or questions following an accident, please do not be reluctant to bring them up.

Award-Winning Bicycle Accident Lawyers in Madera County

If you were hurt in a bicycle accident, you could seek compensation. When seeking compensation for injuries sustained in a bicycle accident, having legal representation can be a huge help.
Anyone who has been injured can seek compensation for their losses through a personal injury lawsuit.

Speaking with a lawyer for advice in a difficult situation like this would be wise. We will update your legal and insurance documents accordingly.

Our award-winning Madera County bicycle accident lawyers at Arash Law, headed by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., are aggressive advocates of defending people injured in bicycle accidents. Over $750 million has been recovered for clients throughout California by our firm.

To speak with one of our lawyers, call us at (888) 488-1391 or fill out our “Do I Have a Case?” form.