[04-29-2021] Los Angeles County, CA – Bicycle Accident in Beverly Hills Injures One Person

One unidentified person was seriously hurt after a major bicycle accident in Beverly Hills on Thursday morning, April 29.

According to the initial reports from local authorities, the collision took place at Sunset Boulevard and Rodeo Drive at around 8:40 a.m.

A bicyclist was struck by an unspecified vehicle for unclear reasons. The circumstances leading up to the accident have not been established.

The bicyclist was injured as a result of the collision. They were taken to an area hospital in an unknown condition. It is unclear whether drugs or alcohol played a role in the accident.

The accident is currently under investigation. Authorities will attempt to determine the factors that caused the accident and the liability.

Bicycle Accident Statistics

In a collision between a bicycle and a motor vehicle, the vehicle always wins. Bicyclists are what the law calls “vulnerable road users,” or those at the highest risk of injury in an accident. Even with bicycle helmets, bicyclists can sustain serious and life-threatening injuries in collisions with vehicles.

Although various laws now protect bicyclists in the U.S., bicycle accidents are still an inevitable occurrence. In 2018, approximately 800 bicyclists in the U.S. were killed, with California leading the nation in the most number of bicycle crash deaths annually.

Statistics show that California leads the nation in the number of bicycling crash deaths per year. In 2017, 145 people were killed, while 11,116 cyclists were injured in California. The majority of these crashes occur in urban areas, where cars and bicycles interact most often. Cars striking bicycles is the number one cause of bicyclist injuries and deaths throughout the state.

Los Angeles County Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Bicycle Accidents

Dealing with injuries after a significant bicycle accident can be quite challenging. While waiting for the official investigation results, the victims are entitled to pursue a personal injury claim with their attorney’s assistance.

After an accident, don’t wait to speak to an attorney. No matter the extent of your injuries, you deserve to discuss your eligibility for compensation with an experienced personal injury lawyer. You can likely recover from your medical bills, pain and suffering, property damage, and more.

Our attorneys from Arash Law can serve as a reliable legal guide for the victims. We’re conveniently located throughout California, with offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, and San Diego, and are happy to visit you. Call (888) 488-1391 for a FREE Consultation with a personal injury attorney in California.