55-year-old male bicyclist killed when struck by allegedly drunk driver at U.S. 224 and Kubler Trail in Springfield Township, Ohio
55-year-old man on bicycle dies after getting hit by car
Witnesses told troopers the bicyclist attempted to cross the U.S. 224 and was hit by a 2017 Honda Accord. The car's driver was identified as a 60-year-old Akron man, OSHP said.
After a serious or fatal bicycle accident, take these steps to help the recovery process
When someone is seriously injured in a bicycle accident, the first days and weeks are spent getting medical treatment and dealing with the new reality of injuries, pain, lost work, and disruption to normal life. When someone dies in a crash, family members are forced to deal with grief, anger, and loss as they struggle to move forward.
After a serious or fatal bicycle collision, an injured person, or the family left behind, incur damages including the cost of current and future medical expenses, lost work and wages, pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. When the crash is caused by a negligent driver, there may be financial recovery available for the victims.
Go here to learn how to protect the legal rights of bicycle accident victims and their families.