Los Osos, CA (November 23, 2023) A bicyclist was struck and injured on Wednesday, November 22nd, in Los Osos, the California Highway Patrol said. The collision occurred at the intersection of Del Norte Street and Monarch Lane.
The California Highway Patrol arrived at the scene and found a male bicyclist on the ground, injured. Paramedics loaded him into an ambulance and transported him to Sierra Vista Medical Center to receive treatment for non-life threatening injuries.
Should you or someone you know need help following an injury accident, contact us anytime at 844-966-0965.
The driver of the vehicle that struck the bicyclist remained at the scene following the collision and was arrested under suspicion of DUI, according to the California Highway Patrol-San Luis Obispo Area. The driver of the vehicle was uninjured in this collision at the intersection of Del Norte Street and Monarch Lane on Wednesday in Los Osos.
This accident is still being investigated to try and determine what exactly caused the motorist to hit the bicyclist in this Los Osos intersection.
Liability In Los Osos Bicycle Accidents
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting bicyclists and other pedestrians. According to California Vehicle Code 21200, “A person riding a bicycle or operating a pedicab upon a highway has all the rights and is subject to all the provisions applicable to the driver of a vehicle by this division, including, but not limited to, provisions concerning driving under the influence of alcoholic beverages or drugs, and by Division 10.” There are number of common causes of motorcycle accidents including:
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Driver fatigue
- Prescription drug use
- Inclement weather
The family of any victim that died in a car accident may be able to seek justice through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and funeral expenses. It is extremely important that evidence is properly preserved and protected after an accident. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Los Osos Bicycle Accident
We at Accident News Now extend well wishes to the bicyclist killed in this DUI collision. Any person that may have seen what happened should reach out to police as they continue their investigation. There needs to be a thorough investigation for the sake of all who have lost so much.
Do you need more information about an accident that took place in Los Osos. Our team of personal injury attorneys are here to answer any questions that you may have. We are committed to making sure that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have questions about the law or need more information about an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (844) 966-0965.