Rancho Mirage, CA – Man Killed in Fatal Bicycle Accident

Rancho Mirage, CA (December 14, 2018) On the morning of December 14th, a fatal bicycle accident happened at the intersection of Ramon and Rattler roads. According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, a vehicle struck a 32-year-old bicyclist named William Campbell. Campbell and the vehicle both traveled eastbound when the accident happened at about 6:51 a.m. When emergency responders arrived at the scene, Campbell had already suffered fatal injuries. The driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with the police as they investigated the accident.

We send our condolences to Campbell’s family as we know it’s never easy to lose a loved one, especially in a bicycle accident that could have been avoided.

Bicycle Accidents in California

Although bicycles are not considered vehicles, the rules of the road still apply to them, which means drivers must respect bicyclists as they respect other vehicles. Unfortunately, almost 1,000 bicycle accidents still occur in California every year. Most of time these accidents occur when drivers fail to check their blind spots, make turns turns in front of bicyclists, sideswipe them, or open doors in front of them. Whenever drivers aren’t in their right state of mind due to alcohol consumption or fatigue, they put bicyclists at a huge risk of being seriously injured or killed.

The police are currently investigating this accident to determine causation and liability. If the driver is considered fully liable, then Campbell’s family could file a wrongful death lawsuit with the help of a California wrongful death attorney.

At Brady Law Group, we’ve helped families who’ve lost loved ones retrieve compensation for medical bills, funeral costs, loss of earnings, and more. We don’t believe families should be held financially responsible for damages caused by another driver. If you or someone you know lost a loved one in a bicycle accident, call 415-459-7300 for a free consultation today.

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.