A 43-year-old Santa Ana man tragically died Thursday morning after his bicycle collided with a Chevy stake bed truck in Corona Del Mar, the Daily Pilot reported. The fatal July 15th Orange County bicycle accident occurred on Spyglass Hill Road, at about 7:47 a.m., at Harbor Ridge Road. The Orange County Sheriff's Department identified the victim as Michael Nine, 43, of Santa Ana. Nine was rushed to Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian in Newport Beach, where he died at about 8:40 a.m.
It is very sad to hear of this accident. Please keep Michael Nine's family and close friends in your prayers during this surely very difficult time. Cyclists in the community are understandably upset about this crash, as this accident occurred almost a year to the date of a fatal crash on Ridge Park Road that led to the establishment of a city task force on cycling safety.
Cause of the Fatal Bicycle Accident
The cause of the accident is still under investigation. Police said it was not evident if the truck struck the bicyclist or the bicyclist collided with the truck. However, the Corona Del Mar Today reported that a gardening truck pulled in front of Mike Nine, causing him to swerve and crash. Anyone with information about this accident is asked to contact Newport Police investigator Todd Bush at (949) 644-3746.
Bicycle Accidents and Wrongful Death Liability
Understanding the causes of bicycle accidents and the liability concerns that arise from them requires unique perspective. While this crash is under investigation, the family of the victim would be well-advised to contact an experienced bicycle accident attorney. While many personal injury attorneys claim to handle bicycle accidents, an attorney who is also a cyclist may be a huge benefit in this situation. A skilled lawyer who specializes in cycling accident injury and wrongful death claims and understands the dynamics of sharing the road with negligent motorists can help the family protect their legal rights and hold whoever is responsible for this fatal accident fully accountable for the wrongful death that occurred as a result of it.
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