[07-06-2022] Santa Barbara County, CA – 14-Year-Old Bicyclist Struck by Truck in Santa Maria

According to the Santa Maria police, a young bicyclist was hospitalized after being hit by a truck in Santa Maria Wednesday, July 6, 2022.

According to the Santa Maria police, the crash occurred around 6:40 p.m. between Battles Road and Miller Street.

Police say the driver who struck the 14-year-old stayed at the scene and was not detained, despite the fact that the report has not yet been finished.

The child was transported by air to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.

Investigations into the crash are still ongoing.

Bicycle Accident Statistics

Short-distance bicycle riding is becoming more and more popular. The majority of the time, this is because bicycles are a cheap and eco-friendly alternative mode of transportation. Unfortunately, there has been an increase in bicycle-related accidents in recent years.

In the United States, 8,908 cyclists died between 2007 and 2018. The average was calculated by taking this number and multiplying it by 12. It was the deadliest year on the roads in 2018, with 857 cyclists losing their lives.

The Golden State has seen a steady rise in bicycle-related accidents in recent years. 155 people lost their lives in bicycle accidents in just 2018 alone.

According to the California Department of Motor Vehicles, bicyclist deaths account for 4% of all fatal car accidents in California. California has the country’s highest rate of cyclist fatalities, more than twice the national average.

A number of things can go wrong to cause a bicycle accident. Among the most frequent causes are driving infractions like failing to yield the right of way, failing to look before turning, running a red light, and driving while distracted.

Santa Barbara County Bicycle Accident Lawyers

Bicycle accidents can cause serious injuries that can take months or even years to recover. This might result in more time off work and higher medical costs. Following a bike accident, injuries like broken bones and road rash are frequent, along with head and brain injuries, crush injuries, and organ damage.

Please contact us immediately if you or a loved one has recently suffered injuries in a bicycle accident in California. It’s just another workday for us today.

After an accident, speak with a lawyer as soon as you can. Regardless of the severity of your injuries, you have the right to discuss your options for compensation with a knowledgeable personal injury attorney. Most of the time, you’ll receive payment for things like medical expenses, discomfort, lost wages, and property damage.

Our Santa Barbara County bicycle accident lawyers at Arash Law treat every case with the utmost care and meticulous preparation, setting us apart from other personal injury law firms. To schedule a free consultation with a California personal injury attorney, call (888) 488-1391.