Dinuba, CA — According to KSEE, on the afternoon of Monday, March 18, 2024, a bicyclist was hospitalized in a collision with another vehicle in Dinuba.
The crash occurred around 3:40 PM in the 400 block of East El Monte Way in Dinuba. The bicyclist was determined to be in critical condition and received transportation via ambulance to a nearby hospital for treatment.
The driver who collided with the bicyclist remained with the victim and cooperated with authorities. Authorities do not believe driver intoxication to have played a part in the collision.
Duty of Care Toward Cyclists and Pedestrians
Cyclists and pedestrians are owed a “duty of care” from drivers no matter where they meet. Motorists are legally obligated to monitor the roads ahead, and all mirrors and blind spots, for any rider who may be nearby. Drivers must hit the brakes to avoid any chance of a collision. This legal responsibility stems from the fact that cyclists and pedestrians travel with less protection alongside heavier and faster cars, trucks, and SUVs.
Drivers must also stop once a collision has occurred to get medical attention for a cyclist or pedestrian as fast as possible. Remaining on the scene, turning on hazard lights, and blocking off traffic also reduce the chances of the victim being struck by approaching motorists who may not be able to see an injured cyclist down in the street.
Martin Gasparian is the founder of Maison Law, a California Personal Injury Law Firm. Martin is a graduate of Georgetown University Law School and has been practicing law in California 2004. His practice focuses on helping injury victims know their rights and recover just compensation.
