Cadillac, MI (June 3, 2023) – A 12-year-old boy was hurt while riding a bike in Cadillac on Friday night, June 2.
The fatal accident was reported at the corner of Granite and Laurel Street at around 6:40 p.m. The victim was traveling by bicycle when he was hit by a westbound vehicle driven by a 34-year-old Cadillac woman after entering the intersection.
The victim was transported to Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital for treatment of sustained injuries. No other information has been provided at this time.
An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and his family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Bicycle Accidents in Michigan
When you travel by bike, you are more vulnerable to the dangers of the road. In 2020, there were 38 fatalities caused by bicycle accidents on Michigan’s highways. Bicyclists suffered 933 more injuries that year as a result of 927 documented crashes, according to traffic crash records. Statistics show that there were 6 women and 32 men killed in bicycle collisions that year.
When a victim is hurt as a result of someone else’s carelessness, it can be extremely difficult. The injured party may be qualified to file a personal injury claim following a bicycle accident. These claims are intended to help the injured party make a financial recovery and can help make sure the at-fault party is held responsible.
Receiving compensation will still be able to help your family. We, as personal injury attorneys, strive to ensure that the responsible party is held accountable and that you and your family are eligible for financial compensation in addition to seeking monetary damages after a serious accident. We want to make sure that you are able to make a full recovery.
You and your family may be entitled to compensation if you or a member of your family was hurt as a result of someone else’s carelessness. An injury claim can help secure financial compensation and ensure that the person or entity at fault is held accountable. Christopher Trainor & Associates has helped many families in recovering following a bicycle accident. Contact a Cadillac personal injury attorney at 248-886-8650 to discuss your case. Your lawyer can assist you in determining whether you have a solid claim and how much money you should be awarded as damages for your loss.
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