[05-25-2022] Sacramento County, CA – UC Davis Student Killed After a Fatal Bicycle Crash at La Rue Road

A 19-year-old UC Davis student identified as Trisha Nicol Y. was killed following a deadly bicycle crash at an intersection in Sacramento on Wednesday morning, May 25, 2022.

The fatal accident transpired at approximately 8:00 a.m. at the intersection of La Rue and Dairy Road.

The female student was riding her bicycle through the intersection when a passing garbage truck suddenly struck her.

The garbage truck driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. The 19-year-old girl was rushed to UC Davis Medical Center.

Unfortunately, the victim could not survive her injuries and was later pronounced dead. It’s unclear what caused the mishap to occur.

Local authorities are further investigating the case.

Fatal Bicycle Accident Statistics

The Sacramento region is seeing an increase in bicycles, both as a mode of transportation and as a means of physical fitness. Even though bikers have the same rights and obligations as drivers of motor vehicles, some drivers don’t believe that bicyclists should be allowed on the road.

You’re at a higher risk of serious injury when you crash into a car or truck if you’re on a bike. You have no protection against a vehicle that weighs several thousand pounds. This can lead to devastating injuries such as brain trauma, spinal cord injury, and paralysis, as well as severe scarring and even death.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 840 cyclists were killed in motor vehicle incidents in 2016, accounting for 2% of all road fatalities.

Bicycle deaths in California are the highest in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, between 2016 and 2018, 455 cyclists were killed in California.

Bicycles, just like vehicles, are subject to the same set of laws that apply to automobiles and other trucks on the road. It is possible to ride a bike on the road without a designated bike lane. There are times when bicyclists are disregarded by motorists, who may even try to pass them when it’s not safe for them.

Following the same rules as those who drive automobiles is the best way to avoid a collision. They have to stop at all stop signs and ride on a straight path.

Sacramento County Bicycle Accident Lawyers

Bicycle accidents frequently result in severe injuries. Because bicyclists lack impact protection, they are more likely to be killed or badly injured in a crash than car occupants. Even if you survive a car accident, a bicycle accident could leave you with a lifelong disability.

Your attorney’s office will protect you from saying anything that could compromise your injury claim by handling all correspondence and speaking with insurance companies on your behalf. Furthermore, you are not obligated to accept a speedy but low-ball settlement offer.

Your attorney must handle all settlement discussions to ensure that you are adequately paid for your injuries.

You have the right to be compensated for the pain and suffering. Arash Law’s Sacramento County bicycle accident attorneys understand what it takes to win just compensation for their clients.

Our highly qualified legal team aims to obtain the best possible outcome for you. Dial (951) 530-4659 right away to speak with a Riverside accident lawyer from Arash Law! We always offer free phone and on-site consultations.