A 38-year-old man who was fatally injured in a San Diego car accident has been identified as Juan Carlos Navarro. 10news reports that the fatal bicycle accident occurred when Navarro was struck by a city vehicle at the intersection of Krenning Street and College Grove Drive the afternoon of February 8, 2010. Navarro died at the scene.
I offer my deepest condolences to everyone who knew and loved Juan Carlos Navarro. This must be a devastating blow to his family and friends. They will certainly be in my thoughts and prayers..
Bicycle Accident Statistics
There were four fatalities and 392 injuries involving bicycle accidents in San Diego, according to California Highway Patrol's 2007 traffic accident statistics. In San Diego County as a whole, in 2007, bicycle accidents claimed 11 lives and injured 797 people. Also, countywide during the same year, 268 people died and 14,641 were injured in car accidents.
Issues of Fault and Liability
Based on this news report, it is not clear exactly how this car versus bicycle accident occurred and why. It is not clear where the bicyclist, Navarro, was at the time of the collision. Was he riding across a street? Was he riding along the side of the road? Was the driver of the city vehicle negligent or at-fault for this tragic accident? Was the driver intoxicated, distracted or otherwise negligent here?
If the San Diego police investigation determines that the driver of the city vehicle was at fault, then the driver and his or her employer, in this case the city, could be held liable for Navarro's wrongful death. A wrongful death claim usually seeks compensation to cover funeral expenses, lost future earnings, loss of love and companionship, and other related damages.
It would be in the best interests of the Navarro family to seek the counsel of an experienced San Diego personal injury lawyer, who will make sure that their legal rights are protected. Since the legal action here involves a California governmental agency, a claim should be filed within 180 days of the accident.
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This is a sad situation. I hope that the family of the 38 year old man receive some kind of compensation for their loss. I will keep them in my prayers.