Hanford, CA – Serious Bicycle Accident Leaves Child Injured
Hanford, CA (December 11, 2018) On the morning of December 11th, a serious bicycle accident happened on East Grangeville Boulevard at Babe Ruth Drive. A vehicle struck a child or teen bicyclist near Richmond Elementary School and John F. Kennedy High School. Paramedics arrived at the scene after receiving a call at 7:30 a.m. They found the bicyclist with injuries to the face and transported the child to a nearby hospital for treatment. The police are currently investigating the accident to determine liability.
We are sad to hear that a child is suffering from facial injuries, but we are relieved to know that the child is alert and breathing. We wish the child a speedy recovery.
Bicycle Accidents in California
Recent studies show that in 2016, 18,477 bicyclists suffered injuries after being struck by vehicles in the United States. Although bicycles aren’t considered vehicles in the state of California, the rules of the road still apply to them, which means they deserve the same respect and care as other vehicles. Bicyclists usually get injured when drivers fail to check their blind spots, drive under the influence, open doors in front of them, or turn in front of them.
Investigators are looking into this accident to figure out who will be held liable. They’re checking who had the right of way, road conditions, mechanical conditions, weather conditions, and whether negligence played a role. Once they conclude their report, the injured bicyclist could file a personal injury lawsuit with the help of an attorney.
At Brady Law Group, we’ve helped bicyclists successfully obtain large settlements for medical expenses, property damage, emotional trauma, and more. We hire the best accident reconstruction experts to help our clients win their cases. If you or someone you know suffered injuries in a bicycle accident, call 415-459-7900 to consult with our legal team about your case.
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.
