[07-28-2022] Kern County, CA – Bicyclist Hurt After Being Hit by Vehicle in Bakersfield

According to the Bakersfield Police, a bicyclist suffered several injuries in a collision with a vehicle in Bakersfield Thursday, July 28, 2022.

The crash occurred at approximately 9:40 p.m. on White Lane and Cernan Way in the city of Bakersfield.

The officers responded to a call and discovered a vehicle vs. bicyclist with moderate to major injuries.

Bakersfield firefighters and paramedics arrived at the scene and stabilized the patient for transport to a local hospital.

The driver of the vehicle involved in the collision stayed at the scene.

Bakersfield PD was on the scene of the investigation

There are no details available as of the moment.

Statistics on Bicycle Accident Fatalities

Cycling down the street can be risky, particularly in a crowded area. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports 840 cyclists died in auto accidents in 2016, making up 2% of all traffic fatalities.

Bicycles are a common form of transportation in California. Regarding preventing collisions, cyclists must adhere to the same regulations as drivers of motor vehicles. It is mandatory to always abide by the traffic laws, such as stopping at red lights and staying in one lane.

Unfortunately, compared to other states, California does not support cyclists as much. California has some of the most hazardous riding conditions nationwide for cyclists.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that most California fatal bicycle accidents occur. Between 2016 and 2018, 455 cyclists were killed in California.

In California, bicycle riders are frequently involved in motor vehicle collisions. If the driver had given way, looked for bikes before pulling out, or was otherwise distracted while driving, many collisions might have been prevented.

Wearing a helmet, checking the condition of your tires and brakes, and ensuring your body is proportionate to your bike can help you avoid a bicycle accident.

Kern County Bicycle Accident Lawyers

Many times, it’s difficult for families to move on after a loved one is killed in a bicycle accident. The sudden loss of a loved one can profoundly affect someone’s mental health.

An accomplished wrongful death attorney is crucial in a situation like this. The victim’s family will require legal assistance to pursue a wrongful death claim. They will therefore receive payment for their medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional suffering.

The bicycle accident attorneys at Arash Law in Kern County can assist you in obtaining the maximum compensation for your losses, which may include medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other intangible losses.

When accident victims seek our assistance for their injuries, they know our reputation as the best legal counsel in the field.

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