[05-23-2021] San Diego County, CA – Elderly Man Injured After a Bicycle Accident in North Park

A 64-year-old man was seriously injured after his bicycle crashed into a pickup truck in the North Park neighborhood on Sunday afternoon, May 23.

The major accident took place on Lincoln Avenue between Hamilton and Arizona Streets at around 4:45 p.m.

A 64-year-old man riding an electric-assisted bicycle was heading westbound in the eastbound lanes of Lincoln Avenue.

Meanwhile, a northbound 2014 GMC Sierra pickup was driving in an alley between Hamilton and Arizona Streets. The driver reportedly stopped before crossing Lincoln Avenue.

The pickup then began to cross Lincoln Avenue when the bicyclist suddenly crashed into the side of the pickup.

The bicyclist sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries from the crash. He was transported to an area hospital for treatment.

The California Highway Patrol is currently investigating the accident.

Bicycle Accident Statistics

Riding a bicycle on the roadway can be quite dangerous and can sometimes lead to fatal accidents, especially in urban areas. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, approximately 840 cyclists were killed in motor-vehicle-related accidents in 2016, accounting for 2 percent of traffic fatalities.

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.

In many of these cases, the driver failed to yield the right of way, didn’t check for bikes before pulling out, ran a stop sign or red light, or wasn’t paying attention while driving. Texting and driving, drunk driving, and careless driving can all lead to a bicycle collision.

San Diego County Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle accidents are terrible tragedies that hurt the rider more than the other party. After an accident, don’t wait to speak to an attorney. 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.

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.

If you or someone you love was recently involved in a bicycle accident in California, come to Arash Law. We have experience representing clients in these scenarios. Please pay our offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, and San Diego a visit for inquiries and questions. You may also contact us at (888) 488-1391 for a FREE Consultation.