February 25, 2010 – Stoughton, Mass. – Witnesses attest that a bicyclist that was struck by a teen driver while crossing through Stoughton Center on Monday night was in the crosswalk at the time of the bike crash.
According to WickedLocal, the unidentified injured bicyclist, who police believe is in his late 30s, was riding toward Washington Street from Park Street when he was struck by a car driven by a17-year-old driver. Witnesses of the accident, which occurred at about 9:30 p.m., claim that the bicyclist was inside the crosswalk when he was struck.
The names of those involved have not yet been released by police. Information about the victim’s current condition was not made available. Police continue to investigate the Stoughton bicycle accident.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s 2008 Massachusetts Crash Statistics, there were 363 fatalities as a result of car accidents in Massachusetts.
We understand that the Stoughton Police Department’s Accident Division is looking into the bicycle accident. However, even while the police are investigating Monday’s crash, we suggest that those injured consider consulting a Massachusetts personal injury lawyer.
How a Massachusetts Accident Lawyer Can Help
If you have been injured in a bike accident, a Stoughton Massachusetts personal injury lawyer can ensure that you receive fair compensation for your injuries. An experienced Massachusetts accident attorney will piece together details of the collision to determine who was responsible and who should be held accountable. You can receive compensation for physical and emotional trauma, loss of wages, medical bills, and other damages.
