STUDIO CITY, CA (NOVEMBER 5, 2023): A man on a bicycle was killed in a crash near the entrance of Universal Studios early Sunday.
According to the Brian Humphrey of the Los Angeles Fire Department, firefighters and paramedics dispatched to 3799 Lankershim Boulevard at 12:47 a.m. Upon arrival, the discovered a male bicyclist in critical condition from injuries sustained in a collision with a vehicle. Unfortunately, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
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The victim is described as approximately 57 years old. Further information regarding his identity has not yet been made available.
The circumstances leading up to this collision are unclear. A description of the vehicle has not been reported.
It is also unclear if this man was a victim of a hit-and-run driver.
Los Angeles authorities will continue to investigate the cause and fault of this fatal Universal Studio Bicycle crash.
Liability In Studio City 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 Universal Studios Bicycle Crash
We at Accident News Now extend our condolences to the family and friends of the cyclist killed in this incident. 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.
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