[09-25-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – One Person Killed in Fatal Bicycle Accident in Mar Vista

A man was hit by a car and killed after he rode his bicycle into oncoming traffic in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Mar Vista on Sunday, September 25, 2022.

According to Officer Rosario Cervantes of the Los Angeles Police Department’s Media Relations Section, the collision happened at 12:30 a.m. near Centinela and Mitchell avenues.

There the car was traveling southbound on Centinela, and the cyclist was traveling north.

The victim was taken to the hospital by paramedics, where he later passed away from his wounds. According to the authorities, he was around 60 years old.

Local authorities are still investigating the crash.

Fatal Bicycle Accident Statistics

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), deaths on bicycles fell by 3% this year, from 871 to 846. Bicycle accidents account for 80% of all traffic fatalities, while cars account for only 2%.

Bikes have the same legal status as cars in California. In general, bicycling is governed by the same laws as driving a car. They are obligated to stop at red lights and ride in a straight line.

Many motorists disregard cyclists’ rights and ride dangerously close to them. Injuries and even fatalities are a real possibility.

The highest number of bicycle-related fatalities in the United States has occurred in California. It’s not surprising that these types of accidents occur frequently in urban areas, given the high concentration of these modes of transportation there. There were approximately 455 fatalities involving cyclists in California from 2016 to 2018.

Los Angeles County Bicycle Accident Lawyers

Bicyclists who are involved in accidents frequently sustain serious injuries that call for extended periods of rest and rehabilitation. It’s also possible that this could lead to a decrease in earnings. Bicycle accident victims frequently suffer from broken bones, road rash, head, and brain injuries, crush injuries, and organ damage.

All those hurt in the recent bicycle accident in California can rely on us to provide assistance. Today is no different than any other day at the office for us.

Get in touch with a lawyer as soon as you can after a car crash. A personal injury attorney can help with anything from a minor cut to a catastrophic brain injury. Damages to your property, medical bills, and mental anguish will all be covered.

Our Los Angeles County bicycle accident lawyers at Arash Law are prepared to fight for the compensation you deserve. In every case, we put in the time and effort necessary to ensure a positive outcome, which means that your claim has a fighting chance. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us at (888) 488-1391 or complete our online intake form to schedule a free legal case evaluation with our legal team.