Many people in Ohio use bicycles as their method of transportation and as a way to stay in shape. Drivers and bicyclists need to share the road to make certain everyone remains safe. Although the majority of drivers keep a close eye on those who share the road on two wheels, as well as those on four wheels, accidents will still happen. Because bicyclists are so vulnerable - even if they're wearing protective equipment - there is a good chance that fatal accidents will happen. If they do, the loved ones left behind need to be aware of what they should do next.
Recently, a 70-year-old man died after he was hit by a car shortly after 5 p.m. The man was heading east when a dark Ford crashed into him and left the scene. It is possible that the vehicle was a 2012 Ford Focus. The man was taken to the hospital via air where he was declared dead. He wore a helmet at the time of the car accident. The accident investigation continues as the police look for the driver of the Ford.
Deadly hit and run accidents are particularly troublesome because those who were left behind after the fatality will have a great deal to worry about. The victim might have been a husband, a wife, a son, a daughter, or any beloved relative and friend. The loss will create an emotional void, might cause financial hardship, and spur numerous other unexpected problems. Insurance companies are not interested in providing a fair settlement offer and any contact they make with a victim's family will be backed up by the desire to save money for the company. This is why it's important to have legal help.
In this accident, an elderly man died after his bicycle was hit by a car. Although the investigation continues and it's still not known who the driver was, the man's family should understand all of their legal option for getting compensation.
Source: fox8.com, "Fatal hit-and-run accident kills 70-year-old bicyclist," Kaily Cunningham, Oct. 11, 2015
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