Encinitas, CA – Bicycle Accident Along North Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA (December 10, 2018) On the 8th of December, a bicycle accident took place along North Coast Highway 101. According to the reports, a community leader and advocate for bicycle and pedestrian safety was riding her bicycle when a truck struck her near the Leucadia Post Office. The truck as headed southbound near Phoebe Street around 6:10 a.m. when the accident occurred. Emergency crews found the cyclist laying unconscious on the road after being ejected a significant distance. They rushed her to the hospital in critical condition due to a brain bleed, a spinal cord injury, and broken ribs. Her name is Roberta Walker and she is the executive director of the Cardiff 101 Main Street Association. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the police. Authorities are currently investigating the accident.
We are very sorry to hear that Walker is suffering critical injuries. We hope she recovers soon and is able to return to her normal daily activities.
Bicycle Accidents in California
Recent studies show that over 700,000 bicyclists have been injured in the past decade in California. Although bicycles are not considered vehicles in California, they are still governed by some of the same traffic laws, which means drivers are still required to show them respect on the road. Unfortunately, the reason so many bicyclists are injured every year is due to drivers failing to check their blind spots, turning directly in front of bicyclists, opening doors in front of them, or driving under the influence.
The police are currently conducting a thorough examination to determine what caused the truck driver to crash into Walker. They’re checking road conditions, weather conditions, vehicle conditions, and the truck driver’s mental condition. Once they come to a conclusion, Walker could file a personal injury lawsuit to help cover current and future medical expenses.
At Brady Law Group, we help cyclists obtain maximum compensation for their personal injuries and more. We work with the best accident reconstruction experts to help our clients prove liability. If you or someone you know received injuries in a bicycle accident, call 415-453-7900 fora free consultation.
Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.
Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident.
