In Linn County, statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that traffic crashes remain a primary public safety issue. Car, truck, bicycle, pedestrian, and motorcycle accidents are all a common occurrence, despite improvements in vehicle safety features, road design, bicycle and pedestrian corridors, and traffic signs.
After a Linn County accident, there are many issues that need to be handled immediately. Dealing with doctors, repair shops, car rental companies, police, and insurance companies is overwhelming, especially when someone is seriously injured. At this point, many injured people choose to hire a personal injury attorney whose job it is to handle the details and paperwork so that you can focus on recovery.
Since there is no cost to speak with a lawyer, it is a good idea to learn more about your potential personal injury claim. Accident Data Center can connect you with an experienced personal injury lawyer who can provide you with information about your rights and options.
A cyclist was killed after being struck by a car on Riverside Drive and Oakville Road near Albany after 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, according to a Linn County Sheriff's Department news release. Further details were not available. They cyclist was pinned underneath the vehicle after the initial impact.
Myers was brought to Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, police said, but died later that night. The driver of the Honda also was taken to the hospital. The driver of the car Myers was riding in, a Subaru wasn't hurt.
Local firefighter William Allen attempted to save Wallace but was unsuccessful. Wallace, who was not wearing a seat belt, was pronounced dead at the scene.
