__detail_wide.jpg)
Orlando, FL (December 5, 2018) - A 9-year-old boy was hospitalized after being involved in a bicycle accident in Orlando on Tuesday, December 4th.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the boy was riding his bicycle across Balboa Drive when he was struck by a car attempting to make a right turn. The car was traveling on Powers Drive and turning right onto Balboa. The driver of the car, identified as 68-year-old Mae Edwards, told police that her light was green when she was turning. The boy suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to a hospital for treatment. There is no further word on his condition at this time.
Police have not released additional information about the crash. The incident remains under investigation and no charges had been issued as of Wednesday morning.
It is common to see bicyclists out and about on our roadways. People of all ages, from young children to older adults, enjoy riding bicycles for fun, exercise, or for basic transportation needs. Drivers must always ensure that they are operating their vehicles safely in areas where they could encounter bicycles. This crash occurred in a crosswalk where it would be extremely common to see a bicycle or pedestrian. Although police have not yet issued charges, it is likely that the driver could be held responsible for striking the child in the crosswalk.
If you have been the innocent victim of a bicycle accident, our Orlando-area bicycle accident attorneys are here to help. At Rubenstein Law, we have offices throughout the state and have the skills and experience needed to take on your case and help you achieve the results you deserve.
We are available by phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To speak with any time, please call 1-800 FL-Legal.
Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the heartbreak that can be left behind after an accident. In our news blog, we write about cases of personal injury relevant to our line of work, and we report on news of judgments and appellate cases that affect the rights of personal injury claimants. We feel a responsibility to raise awareness of the injury and tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.
Note: These posts are created using publicly available (secondary) sources, information has not been independently verified. If you see information that should be corrected, please bring it to our attention and we will make adjustments.
