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San Diego Wrongful Death Attorney Looks at Fatal Bicycle Accident in Utah

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Dudek Law Firm

The motorist involved in a fatal bicycle accident in Utah will face charges for the wrongful death of cyclist Douglas Crow. Driver Maria Fregoso-Avina is facing negligent homicide charges after she struck Crow with her SUV on train tracks in Provo, Utah on February 15. Crow was knocked down on the tracks and was not able to get up before he was hit by a train. Responders pronounced Crow dead on the scene. According to reports, Fegoso-Avina’s windshield was frosted over and she has little to no visibility as she was driving. She was charged with negligent homicide, improper lookout and driving with an obstructed windshield. “When you are driving you have to be able to have all of the senses available and sight is one of those,” says Provo Police Lt. Matt Siufanua. “If you can’t see you shouldn’t drive, and that means scraping the windshield. She failed to…
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San Diego Wrongful Death Attorney Warns of Danger of Night Riding

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Dudek Law Firm

Robert F. Huffman, an avid Florida cyclist, died in a tragic collision with a car while he was riding at night, according to the Herald-Tribune. Huffman, 65, had a reputation in Sarasota as being an avid cyclist and a friendly neighbor. Huffman was reportedly riding after 9 p.m. when he was hit from behind by a Toyota Celica less than half a mile away from his home. Huffman died from injuries related to the accident, which remains under investigation. Huffman’s bicycle was equipped with both lights and reflectors on both the front and back of his bike, and he was wearing a helmet when he was hit by the car. “I’d seen him ride at night,” said neighbor Juanita Fortuna. “You know these drivers; they’re not looking for a bicycle. You hear the motorcycles, but sometimes even the bike lights blend in.” This tragic accident reminds us that even cyclists…
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San Diego Bicycle Accident Attorney Looks at Fatal Accident

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Dudek Law Firm

A San Francisco cyclist was killed in an accident near AT&T Park on February 9. Diane Sullivan, 48, was riding near the intersection of Third Street and King Street when she was struck by a cement truck. The two were traveling in the same direction on King Street at the time of the bicycle accident. Sullivan was pulled underneath the truck before it came to a complete stop, according to the San Francisco Police Department. Sullivan was rushed to the hospital where she died from her injuries. The accident remains under investigation, but law enforcement noted they have ruled out drugs and alcohol as factors. This tragic accident is a reminder of how vulnerable cyclists are on the road. Communities should consider cyclist and pedestrian safety when installing and maintaining their roads. Studies have shown that proper bike lanes reduce risks for cyclists, motorists and pedestrians. Please contact our firm…
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