An 11-year-old boy was seriously injured Friday morning when he was struck by a car while riding his bicycle, the Press-Enterprise reported. The accident occurred in the 700 block of Fairview Parkway, at about 10:40 a.m., according to Hemet Police. The boy was reportedly riding his bike when he was struck by the car and thrown onto the hood, before he became lodged underneath the vehicle and was dragged about 25 feet. Witnesses and a Hemet city work crew lifted the vehicle and got the boy out from under the car.
Cause of the Hemet Bicycle Accident
The Hemet Police department is investigating the incident. Based on the news reports, it is not clear how this accident occurred, and whether the driver of the car was at fault. Police will investigate all the factors leading up to the crash, including whether the driver was impaired, distracted, speeding, or otherwise could have prevented striking the young boy on the bike.
Bicycle Accidents and Children's Injury Liability
If it is determined that the driver of the car caused the crash, he or she may be liable for the injuries the boy sustained, including all medical expenses and pain and suffering. While this July 30th Hemet bicycle accident remains under investigation, the parents of the victim may benefit from speaking to a Riverside bicycle accident attorney about the accident, and the victim's possible rights to compensation in a personal injury claim. A lawyer who has successfully represented families of children hit by cars while riding a bike can advise the family of the unique legal issues of this accident and the family's best course of action to protect their rights.
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