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A 25-year-old Pasadena man was hospitalized with critical injuries after being struck by a car Monday evening in Pasadena, the Pasadena Star-News reported. The accident was reported at 5:45 p.m. at the intersection of Orange Grove Boulevard and Manzanita Avenue. The cyclist, who was not identified, suffered severe head trauma and was taken to Huntington Hospital, where he underwent emergency surgery. The driver of the vehicle, identified only as a 56-year-old man, was cited for driving without a license. The cause of the accident remains under investigation.

Bicycle Accident Personal Injury Liability

If the driver of the car is determined to be partly or completely responsible for this accident, he may be liable for the very serious injuries sustained by the cyclist. After accidents such as this December 20th accident, where the cause of a major injury collision is not clear, the family members of the victim would be well-advised to contact a Los Angeles bicycle accident lawyer about the incident and the victim's legal rights. An experienced personal injury lawyer can advise the victim and his family about their rights to financial compensation for medical care and treatment, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other related injuries.

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In personal injury news, a Florida man severely injured in a car accident in 2007 in Melbourne has been awarded $14.4 million, Lawsuits and Settlements reported this month. The plaintiff, Glen Kroeger, 50 at the time, was driving his van when it was struck head-on by a vehicle driven by Christopher Bevis and owned by C&G Homes, Inc. At the time of the collision, Bevis was using his cell phone. He was subsequently convicted of reckless driving.

Kroeger suffered a fractured humerus, a crushed left ankle, and a traumatic brain injury. As a result of his injury, he lost over 110 pounds, and suffers from memory loss and severely impaired speech. His counsel alleged that he has difficulties make decisions and acting appropriately in certain situations. The plaintiff contended that because of his injuries, he will never again be able to return to his work as a air conditioner repairman.

The defendants did not appear at the trial and a default judgment was entered. The court awarded $10.4 million to Kroeger for past and future medical costs, past and future lost earnings and earning capability, and past and future pain and suffering. Kroeger's wife was awarded $4 million for loss of consortium.

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Did you know March is Brain Injury Awareness Month? In the below video, founding partner Mike Bombergr touches on some of the common symptoms of brain injuries.

The dedicated lawyers at Estey Bomberger have recovered millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for victims of brain injuries in California (see our case results). If you or someone you love has suffered a brain injury, contact the Los Angeles brain injury lawyers at Estey Bomberger for more information a consultation of your legal rights. All consultations are free, with no obligation.