Sacramento, CA – Tab Sinatra Jones Dies in Bike Crash on Elder Creek Rd Near Stockton Blvd

Sacramento, CA (April 28, 2019) – The Coroner has released the name of a bicyclist who died on Tuesday after his bike collided with a car in South Sacramento. The victim was 61-year-old Tab Sinatra Jones.

The accident involved a vehicle and a bicycle and occurred on April 23 and took the life of Tab Sinatra Jones. California Highway Patrol responded to the scene of this fatal accident. It took place on Elder Creek Road near Stockton Boulevard. The impact of the crash was extremely severe as the bicycle was embedded into the windshield of the car.

Emergency responders were called to the scene to render aid. Tab Sinatra Jones was transported to a local hospital for treatment and further evaluation. Sadly, she did not survive her injuries from this accident.

We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Tab Sinatra Jones who passed away as a result of this fatal accident.  Our thoughts are with them at this time.

California Bicycle Accident Facts

• In the last year, 141 cyclists died in fatal bike accidents.
• California is either first or second in total bike accident fatalities in the United States.
• Bicycle accident deaths accounted for 3 to 4 percent of California’s total accident deaths
• If you are under the age of 18 you must wear a bicycle helmet. Bicycle helmets are 85 percent effective in reducing head and brain injuries.
• There were 48,000 bicycle injuries reported from auto accidents last year.
• Hospitals treat more than 500,000 people for bicycle accidents.
• Head injuries are the most common.
• Since 2010, the number of bicycle fatalities has increased by 19 percent.
• Nearly 70 percent of bicycle deaths involve head injuries.

Have you or a loved one suffered injuries from a bike accident? In California, bikers garner the same rights to use the streets even when bike lanes are unavailable. Drivers must give bikes the same rights of way and respect as any other vehicles on the road.

A lawyer can help you understand what you need to do if you have been injured in a bicycle accident. They will review the information of the accident and investigate as they build your case. A bike accident lawyer can help demonstrate who was at fault and justify any compensation on your behalf.

If you or your loved one has been seriously injured or passed away due to an accident involving a bicycle, seek the help of an attorney with solid experience. Brady Law Group can help you deal with the legal pitfalls of this situation and help you handle claims with insurance companies. We offer experienced accident attorneys who can help you in your time of need. Please contact us today at 866-478-6483.

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.