Wilmington, CA: Fatal Bicycle Crash on Pacific Coast Highway
Man Killed in Wilmington Bicycle Accident on Pacific Coast Highway and Eubank Avenue
Wilmington, California (May 7, 2020) – A cyclist was killed in a traffic collision on Tuesday morning in Wilmington, according to authorities.
The crash happened at about 5:25 a.m., on May 5, on Pacific Coast Highway and Eubank Avenue.
As per the police reports, the bicyclist was struck by a vehicle while he was crossing the Pacific Coast Highway.
Following the crash impact, the bicyclist was ejected onto the roadway where he was struck by another vehicle.
Bicyclist Killed in Crash on Pacific Coast Highway in Wilmington
The cyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.
Both drivers of the involved vehicles stopped at the scene and cooperated with the authorities.
No further details about the crash were immediately available.
The crash remains under investigation.
A bicycle accident may cause catastrophic and potentially fatal injuries. Of all traffic accidents, those involving a bicyclist are often the most serious – most frequently to the rider of the bicycle rather than the driver or occupants of the motor vehicle involved.
When traffic accidents occur, the responsible party will be required by law to compensate the victims for medical expenses, lost earnings, and future loss of earnings or medical care. In serious accidents, the responsible driver may be held accountable for paying non-economic damages, including emotional trauma, pain, and suffering.
Mark Shayani, the Managing Attorney at Pacific Attorney Group, says determining where liability lies is not direct and straightforward due to varying factors being involved and the fact that most people will want to avoid responsibility even when they were at fault. Additionally, the insurance companies that cover the car that will be found at fault will want to reduce the amounts to be offered as compensation to the lowest levels possible.
“It is of the utmost importance that you do not give any statements or admit fault if approached by the other driver’s insurance company. Anything you say could be used against you at a later date when the liability of the collision is determined.” Shayani said.
Mr. Shayani advises victims of traffic accidents or their family members to seek legal help from a seasoned attorney who can conduct an independent investigation and fight for their rights.
Contact Pacific Attorney Group at Click to call : 866-803-6502 and talk to an auto accident attorney for advice.
