Diane Ruby Killed in Bicycle Crash on Humbolt Road in Chico
Diane Ruby Identified as Woman Killed in Chico Bicycle Accident on Humbolt Road near Malloy Creek Trail
Chico, California (May 27, 2020) – The woman who was killed in a bicycle accident on Sunday morning in Chico has been identified as Diane Ruby, 63, of Chico, according to the Butte County Sheriff’s Office.
The deadly crash transpired at about 10:00 a.m., on May 24, on Humbolt Road near Malloy Creek Trail.
Ruby was cycling her bicycle on Humbolt Road when an oncoming Honda SUV slowed down to avoid hitting another cyclist. Ruby then swerved and unfortunately lost control of her bicycle, causing her to hit the Honda.
Diane Ruby Killed in Crash on Humbolt Road in Chico
First responders arrived at the scene and transported Ruby to Enloe Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead.
Drugs or alcohol were not suspected of having contributed to the accident.
More details about the mishap were not immediately available.
The crash remains under investigation.
A bicycle accident may cause catastrophic and potentially fatal injuries. Of all auto 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 auto 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 auto 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.
