Bicyclist Fatally Struck by Car in Casper on Highway 1
MENDOCINO COUNTY -- According to Mercury News, an 82-year-old Mendocino avid cyclist was severely struck by a pickup truck in Casper on Sunday. This tragic accident happened along Highway 1 when a 1999 Ford F-150 driven by Sterling Bradbury, 18, of Mendocino, veered onto the shoulder of the highway and struck the bicyclist. CHP at the scene stated that alcohol or drugs, or the use of a cell phone were not a factor in the crash. However, following this tragic accident, the bicyclist, David Russell, was airlifted to Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital where he was later died due to his injures.
Cause of the Bicycle Accident on Highway 1
The accident on November 13th remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol. However based on the information provided by Mercury News, it is unclear what caused the teen driver to veer onto the shoulder of the freeway. Therefore, police officials investigating this devastating accident will look at factors that include and are not limited to falling asleep while driving, road conditions, vehicle malfunctions, and distracted driving.
Bicycle Accident Wrongful Death Liability
Bicycle accidents can result in serious injuries and/or death to the cyclist involved. There are numerous ways accidents such as this one can occur, such as motorists forcing bicyclists off the road, veering in front of a cyclist's path, or other negligent actions by the driver.
Therefore, while it is not determined by authorities what caused this crash and who is ultimately responsible, the family of the deceased victim would be well-advised to contact a California wrongful death lawyer. One of our understanding and dedicated attorneys at Estey Bomberger, especially Mike Bomberger who is also an avid cyclist, can ensure the family's legal rights are protected, help police in efforts to hold the responsible party financially liable for funeral and burial costs, anticipated and future lifetime earnings and benefits, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship.
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ANTIOCH -- A woman on a bicycle suffered major injuries after her bicycle crashed into a center divider Monday evening at the corner of Hillcrest Avenue and Bellflower Drive, Mercury News reported. The accident was reported just before 7 p.m. on July 11, 2011. According to police, the 23-year-old Antioch woman was riding down the steep hill on Bellflower Drive and went through the intersection, striking the center divider. The woman, who was not identified, was airlifted to a local hospital. It was not clear whether or not she was wearing a helmet. 
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WOODLAND - A bicyclist suffered potentially life-threatening injuries Friday afternoon after being struck by a Toyota Prius, the Daily Democrat reported. The accident occurred around 12:45 p.m. on June 17th at the corner of East Main and East Streets. The cyclist, identified only as a man in his 50's, was transported by helicopter to UC Davis Medical Center. The driver of the Prius, a 59-year-old Woodland woman, was not injured. The cause of the accident is under investigation by the Woodland Police Department. 
ASHLAND - The San Jose Mercury News reported a 56-year-old San Leandro man died Wednesday morning in a car vs. bicycle accident at Fairmont Drive and Foothill Boulevard. The accident was reported at about 9:40 a.m. on Wednesday, June 15, 2011. According to news accounts, Timothy Bucher was riding his bicycle when he was struck by a 1995 Honda Civic driven eastbound on Fairmont Drive. Bucher, who was wearing a helmet, was taken to Eden Medical Center in Castro Valley, where he died. The driver of the Honda, a 32-year-old San Francisco woman, was not injured. 
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