[06-15-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – One Person Injured in Bicycle Crash in Newhall

A bicyclist was taken to the hospital after a traffic collision in Newhall on Wednesday, June 15, 2022.

According to a Los Angeles County Fire Department spokesperson, the crash occurred at approximately 7:50 p.m. near the intersection of 12th Street and Railroad Avenue in Newhall.

According to officials on the scene, the patient was taken to the hospital in an unknown condition.

There are no other details available.

The crash remains under investigation.

Bicycle Accident Statistics

Many people ride their bikes instead of driving for short distances. Bicyclists, on the other hand, are more vulnerable to accidents on the road than drivers.

Nearly 2 percent of all road fatalities were attributed to bicycle accidents in 2016.

In the United States, bicyclists account for 2% of all traffic-related deaths. Since the 871 bicyclist deaths in that year, 2018 has been their deadliest year.

Only 4% of all car accidents in the state involve cyclists. Bicycle fatalities in California are at an all-time high.

According to recent data, the number of bicycle deaths in California is the highest in the United States. The number of people killed while cycling in California increased from 455 in 2016 to 455 in 2018.

Los Angeles County Bicycle Accident Lawyers

Many cyclists are left with life-threatening injuries that require months or even years of rehabilitation after a cycling accident. Due to this, there may be a decrease in income as a result of medical expenses. Broken bones, road rash, head, and brain injuries, crush injuries, and organ damage are common after a bike accident.

Anyone who has been hurt in a recent bike accident in California can contact us at any time. It’s just another workday for us.

If you’ve been in a car accident, you should call a lawyer right away. A car accident lawyer can help you get what you’re entitled to if you’ve been injured in an accident. Property damage, medical expenses, and emotional distress are likely to be compensated.

Our Los Angeles County bicycle accident lawyers at Arash Law are prepared to aggressively defend your rights. We take great care in preparing and handling every detail for you to help you win your case. Call us at (888) 488-1391 for a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.