[12-15-2022] Sacramento County, CA – Female Bicyclist Killed After Car Crash in Florin

Authorities said a female bicyclist was killed after being hit by a car in Florin near South Sacramento on Thursday late afternoon, December 15, 2022.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal crash occurred around 5:24 p.m. in the Power Inn Road southbound lane south of Elsie Avenue.

The victim, whose identity has not been released, suffered severe injuries and was brought to a nearby hospital, where she would later die.

The driver remained at the scene following the crash, according to the CHP, and neither drugs nor alcohol is thought to have played a role.

Fatal Bicycle Accident Statistics

Even if strict regulations are put in place to protect cyclists, they may still be injured or killed in the United States. About 800 bicyclists died throughout the country last year. Most of these deaths occurred in the Golden State of California.

In 2018, there were 50,000 fewer recorded bicycle accidents in the United States. Worldwide, the number of bicycle accidents decreased by 12% in 2001, although fatalities increased.

At 4.4 per 100,000 residents, California has the highest rate of fatalities involving bicycling of any state in the country. In 2017, there were 145 fatalities and 11,116 injuries involving bicycles in California, according to the National Bicycle Safety Foundation.

There are a number of risks involved in regular riding. When motorists routinely ignore posted speed limits and pass bicycles at unsafe distances, the safety of everyone on the road is compromised. As a result, there is a greater potential for harm, including fatality.

Bicycle Accident Lawyers in Sacramento

In California, if you are injured while riding your bicycle, you may be eligible to seek financial compensation through a personal injury claim. If someone else’s carelessness caused your injuries or financial losses, you can file a personal injury lawsuit against them.

During your free consultation, one of our attorneys will go through your legal options and highlight any dangers that could lower the amount of money you receive in a settlement.

Our trusted and award-winning bicycle accident attorneys in Sacramento have extensive experience advocating for accident victims. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $750 million.

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