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Los Angeles Bicyclists Call for Stricter Penalties in Hit and Run Accidents
Bicyclists in California are calling for harsher penalties for motorists who hit bicyclists, and then leave the scene. The calls came at a meeting of the Los Angeles Bicycle Advisory committee on Tuesday night. About two dozen bicyclists participated in the meeting.
California bicycle accident lawyers have been tracking the serious safety issues that face bicyclists [...]
Triathlete Killed in Contra Costa County Bicycle Accident
A 44-year-old triathlete in training for an upcoming event was killed last week in a bicycle accident in Contra Costa County.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the accident occurred at 5 pm in the afternoon. The victim, John Greaves, was riding south on Camino Tassajara when his bicycle was hit by a Honda Civic. According [...]
Oxnard Driver Arrested in Fatal Bicycle Accident
An Oxnard man has been arrested for his involvement in a hit and run bicycle accident in which he struck two people, killing one man and injuring his son. According to the Ventura County Star, the accident occurred on Sunday afternoon. 45-year-old Kern County resident Rodrigo “Rod” Armas was bicycling with his 14-year-old son [...]
Bicycle Accidents on Golden Gate Bridge on the Rise
The San Francisco Chronicle is reporting on a rise in the number of bicycle accidents on the Golden Gate Bridge. As the number of bicyclists riding across the famous bridge has increased, the numbers of crashes involving these riders have also gone up in number.
According to the Golden Gate Bridge District, 2008 saw 34 bicycle [...]
Woman in Buena Park Bicycle Accident had two Earlier DUI Convictions
A woman, who is accused of speeding while under the influence of alcohol during a fatal bicycle accident in Buena Park, is facing a life sentence in prison, if convicted.
Heather Elizabeth Azkoul was driving her car on January 23rd 2007, when she struck a bicycle from behind. The cyclist, 41-year-old Virginia Cordier, was sent flying [...]
Rider Injured in San Mateo Bicycle Accident
A 10-year-old boy remains in the hospital after a bicycle accident in San Mateo on Monday evening. The unidentified boy was riding his bicycle in a crosswalk when a Lexus hit him. The driver of the car apparently fled from the scene of the accident, leaving the boy to fend for himself. [...]