[11-09-2021] San Joaquin County, CA – One Person Killed After a Fatal Bicycle Crash in Stockton

One unidentified person was killed after a fatal bicycle crash in Stockton on Monday morning, November 8, 2021.

The crash happened in the area of Navy Drive and Charter Way in Stockton at approximately 3:30 a.m.

A commercial vehicle reportedly struck a bicyclist in the area. How the accident occurred, and the reason it happened has not been established.

The bicycle rider sustained fatal injuries in the crash. The rider was pronounced dead at the scene. The identity of the victim has not been disclosed.

The driver that struck the victim remained at the scene and willingly cooperated with authorities. He was uninjured in the crash.

The case is currently under further investigation. Local authorities will attempt to determine whether drugs or alcohol played a role in the crash.

Fatal Bicycle Accident Statistics

Bicycles are considered vehicles under California law. On the other hand, Bicyclists must behave in the same way they would while driving a car. They must follow all traffic laws, including stopping at red lights and riding in a straight line. Unfortunately, many drivers fail to respect the rights of cyclists and ride too close to them when it is unsafe. Injuries and deaths can result from this.

According to the latest data, the number of bicycling fatalities in California is the highest in the country. These accidents are most common in urban areas, where the two modes of transportation frequently contact each other. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, around 455 cyclists were killed in California between 2016 and 2018.

Fatal Bicycle Accident Lawyers for Victims in San Joaquin County

It’s not uncommon for bicycle accidents to result in serious or even fatal injuries. They can happen in a split second, but their long-term effects can be devastating to victims and their loved ones.

Wrongful death claims could be pursued with the help of an experienced bicycle accident lawyer if your loved one died in a bicycle accident.

Immediately contact an attorney if you’ve been injured in an accident. What matters most is that you speak with an experienced wrongful death attorney about your options for financial compensation, no matter how severe your injuries are.

At Arash Law, we have a team of San Joaquin County bicycle accident lawyers who are ready to fight for your rights in court. It is our responsibility to ensure that you get the compensation you are entitled to.

Contact Arash Law if you’ve been in a bicycle accident in California and want to know what your legal options are. Call (888) 488-1391 or send us an email to get in touch with us.