[07-22-2022] Sacramento County, CA – Bicyclist in Critical Condition after Bicycle-Vehicle Collision in Citrus Heights

According to the Citrus Heights Police Department, on Friday, July 22, 2022, a cyclist was knocked unconscious and suffered critical injuries after colliding with a vehicle along Sunrise Boulevard in Citrus Heights.

According to the officers, they discovered an adult male bicyclist unconscious and injured on the ground, according to a news release from the department. They stated that the driver of the vehicle was present and cooperative.

The Sacramento Metro Fire Department transported the “seriously injured” bicyclist to a nearby hospital, where he was listed in critical condition as of Friday. There was no word on the man’s condition on Saturday.

Citrus Heights Police Department’s Traffic Unit responded to investigate due to the severity of the bicyclist’s injuries. The investigation is still ongoing, and the cause has yet to be determined. It was unclear whether alcohol or drugs played a role.

FATAL BICYCLE ACCIDENT STATISTICS

Bicycles are considered vehicles under California law. To avoid collisions, motorists and cyclists must follow the same traffic laws. When they come to a red light, they must stop and ride straight.

Bicycles and other modes of transportation, such as vehicles, are subject to the same rules. When there isn’t a designated bike lane, they can ride in the street. Drivers frequently ignore or attempt to pass cyclists riding too close.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 840 cyclists were killed by cars in 2016, accounting for 2% of all traffic fatalities.

Every year, the majority of bicycle fatalities occur in California. More than 400 cyclists were killed in traffic accidents in California between 2016 and 2018.

Wearing a helmet, regularly maintaining your tires and brakes, and making sure your body is proportionate to the size of your bike are all effective bicycle safety measures.

SACRAMENTO COUNTY BICYCLE ACCIDENT LAWYERS

Accidents can happen to anyone, including you, and result in serious injury or death. It is heartbreaking to lose a loved one in an instant due to a fatal bicycle accident. If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a bicycle accident, you should contact a Sacramento County bicycle accident lawyer right away.

You should only discuss settlements with the assistance of your attorney. You have a legal right to financial restitution for your losses and injuries. Our attorneys have a proven track record of obtaining just compensation for their clients.

If you have any questions, the lawyers at Arash Law are here to help. If you want to win your case, contact a lawyer as soon as possible after the accident.

Arash Law’s Sacramento County bicycle accident attorneys are committed to protecting the rights of those injured in these collisions and their families. Please call us at (888) 488-1391 for a free consultation with one of our knowledgeable attorneys.