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26 bicyclists lost their lives on Los Angeles County roads in 2022


26 bicyclists lost their lives on Los Angeles County roads in 2022

Despite government efforts to achieve a future with zero road fatalities or serious injuries, 26 bicyclists lost their lives on Los Angeles County roads in 2022.

A recent Bike-LA report examined 4 major factors contributing to bicycle fatalities:

  1. High-speed limits exceeding 35mph reduce driver visibility and increase crash severity.
  2. Multiple travel lanes create unsafe conditions for cyclists.
  3. Significant gaps in the bicycle lane network contributed to 85% of fatalities in 2022.
  4. Poor street lighting. More than half of all fatalities happened at night.

According to the report, the fact that most of the crashes involved 2+ factors suggests that a number of strategies focused on infrastructure deficiencies should be adopted by government agencies to reduce the number of bicycle accident fatalities.

What kind of compensation should you seek in a bicycle accident case?

There are many different expenses that often come along with being involved in a bicycle accident.

  • Medical Bills – Both Past and Future: You should not be responsible for this. The at-fault party needs to be held accountable for your injuries.
  • Damaged Property: You should not have to pay for a new bicycle or other belongings. The at-fault party needs to purchase a new one for you that is of similar value.
  • Emotional Trauma: The last thing people think about is being involved in a life-changing accident. A good personal injury lawyer will help you recover damages for pain and suffering.




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