Bicyclist Tara Janel Manitsas, 44, dead, David Lee Manitsas, 60, injured after SUV collision at North Valley and Dopp roads in Newberg, Oregon
Newberg woman, 44, killed in car vs. bicycle crash; husband critically injured
Tara Manitsas was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash; David Manitsas was transported by LifeFlight helicopter to OHSU Hospital, where he was reported in critical condition.
The driver of the Rav4 was identified as 71-year-old Nancy Rae Faunt of Gaston. Shipley said Faunt was cooperating with investigators and there was no evidence she was impaired at the time of the crash.
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.
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