[11-23-2022] San Diego County, CA – 14-Year-Old Bicyclist Injured in Vehicle Collision in South Park

Authorities said a 14-year-old bicyclist was injured after being struck by a vehicle in the South Park neighborhood in San Diego on Wednesday afternoon, November 23, 2022.

According to the San Diego Police Department, the collision occurred at 3:34 p.m. in the 1700 block of Granada Avenue and 2800 block of Date Street.

A 2019 Subaru Ascent was traveling east on Date while the teenager was traveling south on Granada on a BMX-style bicycle.

The bicyclist reportedly failed to stop at a stop sign in the intersection for an unknown reason and veered into the vehicle’s path, leading to a broadside crash.

The rider sustained a fracture and dislocation on his left ankle and other minor injuries. He was transported to a local hospital, where he is expected to recover.

According to authorities, the 36-year-old Subaru driver stopped and stayed at the scene.

The collision is being looked into by the Traffic Division of the SDPD.

Bicycle Accident Statistics

Accidents on bicycles are unfortunately inevitable, despite the various rules in place to safeguard cyclists in the United States. In 2018, over 800 bicyclists were killed in the United States due to accidents, and California had the highest death toll.

Cyclists, however, are responsible for dealing with the aftermath of crashes. Accidents involving bicycles decreased by 50,000 in the United States in 2015. There were 12% fewer bicycle accidents in the US in 2001, but more persons were killed.

377 bicycle riders succumbed to unspecified reasons, while 712 were run over by motor vehicles, according to the National Center for Health Statistics.

When compared to other states, California has the highest rate of fatalities in bicycling accidents in the United States. In 2017, 145 cyclists were killed, and 11,116 were injured in California, according to the National Bicycle Safety Foundation.

There are a few risks that riders face on a regular basis. Motorists routinely ignore the rights of cyclists by traveling dangerously close to them. Because of this, there is a risk of accidents and perhaps death.

Bicycle Accident Lawyers in San Diego County

Victims of bicycle accidents in California have the opportunity to file a civil lawsuit seeking compensation for their injuries. The law provides you with the right to file a claim and seek compensation for your injuries and related losses.

One of our lawyers will discuss the steps you may take and the traps you should avoid to improve the result of your claim and the amount of compensation you may receive during this consultation.

Our trusted and award-winning bike accident lawyers in San Diego County have extensive experience advocating for accident victims. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $500 million.

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