[08-11-2022] Kern County, CA- Bicyclist Killed after being Struck by Vehicle on Oak Street

According to the Bakersfield Police Department, a man was killed overnight after being struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle on Oak Street on Wednesday, August 11, 2022.

Officers responded to the area shortly after midnight on Oak Street and 21st Street.

The authorities discovered a man down in the road with serious injuries. He was taken to Kern Medical Center, where he died.

According to the police, the driver stayed on the scene and cooperated with the police. He was not impaired, and speed was not a factor in the crash.

The investigation is still ongoing.

The Kern County Coroner’s Office will release the man’s identity later.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Bakersfield Police at (661) 327-7111.

FATAL BICYCLE ACCIDENT STATISTICS

Under California law, bicycles are considered vehicles. Motorists and cyclists must follow the same traffic laws to avoid collisions. They must stop and ride straight when they come to a red light.

The same rules apply to bicycles and other modes of transportation, such as vehicles. They can ride in the street without a designated bike lane. Drivers frequently ignore or attempt to pass cyclists who are riding too close to the road.

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

Every year, California has the highest number of bicycle fatalities. Between 2016 and 2018, more than 400 cyclists were killed in traffic accidents in California.

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

KERN COUNTY BICYCLE ACCIDENT LAWYERS

Accidents, including yours, can happen to anyone and result in serious injury or death. Losing a loved one instantly due to a fatal bicycle accident is heartbreaking. If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a bicycle accident, you should immediately contact a Sacramento County bicycle accident lawyer.

You should only discuss settlements with your attorney’s assistance. You are legally entitled to financial compensation for your losses and injuries. Our lawyers have a track record of getting fair compensation for their clients.

If you have any questions, the attorneys at Arash Law are here to assist you. Contact a lawyer as soon as possible after the accident if you want to win your case.

Kern County bicycle accident attorneys at Arash Law are dedicated to protecting the rights of those injured in these collisions and their families. Please contact us at (888) 488-1391 to schedule a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.