A bicyclist suffered major injuries Tuesday afternoon when he was broadsided by a vehicle at a Ventura intersection, the Ventura County Star reported. The car vs. bicycle accident occurred at the intersection of Ventra Avenue and Warner Street, at 1:03 p.m. on September 7, 2010. According to a news release, 54-year-old Curtis Reese was riding his bicycle westbound on Warner Street across Ventura Avenue, while 36-year-old Jason Friedman was driving a vehicle southbound on Ventura Avenue. Friedman's car collided with Reese's bicycle and Reese was thrown from his bike. He suffered major injuries and was taken to Ventura County Medical Center where he was reportedly in critical condition. Friedman was not hurt.
Cause of the Bicycle Accident
Based on the limited information provided in news reports, it is impossible to determine why this major injury collision occurred, and whether the cyclist or the driver was responsible. It is also a possibility that accident could have been caused by a defect in a vehicle, a bicycle, or even a dangerous road condition. Ventura Police are investigating what happened and will look at factors such as speed, right-of-way, and possible impairment or distraction of either party.
Potential Personal Injury Liability
If the driver of the vehicle is found to be completely or partially at fault for this collision, he may be liable for the serious injuries sustained by the cyclist. In situations such as this one, where the cause of a car vs. bicycle accident is not clear, the family members of the injured victim would be well-advised to speak with a California bicycle accident lawyer about the incident and the unique legal issues involved. If negligence of the driver or some other party was the cause of the crash, a skilled personal injury attorney who understands the unique issues of bicycle accidents can help the injured victim protect his legal rights and obtain the maximum compensation available for his medical expenses, loss of earnings or loss of earning capacity, pain and suffering and other related damages.
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