[11-25-2022] Tuolumne County, CA – 67-Year-Old Bicyclist Killed After Being Hit by Vehicle Along Highway 120

Authorities said a 67-year-old bicyclist was killed after being struck by a vehicle in Tuolumne County on Friday morning, November 25, 2022.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 10:40 a.m. along Highway 120 west of Tulloch Dam Road, a few miles east of Knights Ferry.

The bicyclist was traveling east on 120’s south shoulder when he made a sharp left turn directly into the path of a 2005 Subaru driven by a 22-year-old Leanda L. from Oakdale, who was going at 55-60 mph east in the slow lane.

The driver tried to avoid the collision by swerving to the right, but the rider also swerved back to the right, got struck by the vehicle, and was thrown from the bicycle.

Despite lifesaving attempts and wearing a helmet during the collision, he died on the spot. His identity was not released until the family was notified.

No details were released on the car driver as the authorities conducted further investigation into the collision.

Fatal Bicycle Accident Statistics

Despite the many laws designed to protect cyclists in the United States, accidents will still happen. Over 800 bicyclists were killed in the United States in 2018, with California having the greatest death toll.

However, if a mishap occurs, it is the cyclist’s responsibility to clean up. In 2015, there was a 50,000 decline in bicycle accidents across the United States. Death tolls increased despite a 12% decrease in bicycle accidents in the United States in 2001.

The National Center for Health Statistics reports that 377 bicyclists died of unclear causes and that 712 were struck and killed by motor vehicles.

California has the highest rate of fatalities per 100,000 people from bicycle accidents in the United States. According to the National Bicycle Safety Foundation, 145 cyclists were murdered and 11,116 were injured in California in 2017.

In everyday riding, you run the risk of a few things. Motorists often disobey the law and ride dangerously close to bikers, endangering their lives. The potential for harm and perhaps death is increased as a result of this.

Bicycle Accident Lawyers in Tuolumne County

In California, those injured in bicycle accidents can bring a civil case to seek financial restitution. You have the option under the law to file a claim and pursue financial compensation for your harm and losses.

During this meeting, one of our attorneys will go over the possible next steps and pitfalls you should avoid to maximize the outcome of your claim and the amount of money you may obtain.

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

Contact (888) 488-1391 or click the “Do I Have a Case?” on our website to schedule a free consultation with one of our lawyers.