Teenage Bicyclist Killed In Delaware County Pennsylvania By Elderly Driver
I was just addressing the situation of the unforeseen dangers of bicycling in Philadelphia to a young client in my office when news came across the wires of a 17-year old teenager who was riding his bicycle when he was struck and killed by an elderly Glenolden gentleman on Tuesday, January 19, 2009. A 17-year old Interboro high school student riding his bicycle along South Avenue on Tuesday when he was struck by an eastbound car near the intersection of Chester Pike at approximately 12:27 p.m. He was transported by ambulance to Crozer Chester Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries. The police are still investigating and no charges have been filed to date.
Our hearts and prayers go out to the family of the victim. The investigation continues as to who had the right of way at the time of the accident. At the present, it is not clear how or why this unfortunate tragedy occurred and who will be held at fault will depend on who had the right of way at the time. However, there may also be a dangerous and defective condition on the roadway which also contributed to or caused the accident and a governmental agency may be responsible for maintaining the roadway who could also be held liable.
The victim and their family would be well advised to consult an experienced Philadelphia bicycle accident attorney to find out more about their rights and options if the driver of the other vehicle is found to be at fault. The bicycle accident victim’s family could seek compensation to recover medical costs, funeral benefits, and other expenses.
