Orangevale, CA – On the evening of Monday, March 24, 2025, a woman was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle while riding her bicycle, according to KCRA.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that the incident occurred around 8:25 PM near the intersection of Beauregard Way and Madison Avenue.
Authorities state that the woman was riding her bicycle on the crosswalk of Madison Avenue when a van struck her.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene, and the bicyclist was taken to the hospital for treatment of her injuries.
The driver of the van remained at the scene and was not injured. CHP officials noted that DUI was not believed to be a factor in the crash. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and authorities have not provided additional details.
Authorities are still working to determine the cause of the crash, including who had the right of way at the time of the collision.
Duty of Care Toward Bicyclists
Drivers have a Duty of Care towards bicyclists, who are particularly vulnerable in traffic accidents. This responsibility includes being vigilant for bicyclists with whom they share the road and, if a collision occurs, staying with the victim to ensure they get proper medical treatment and cooperating with authorities investigating the crash.
California Bicycle Accident Lawyer
If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, contact a California Bicycle Accident Lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
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.
