Pedestrian Died After Being Hit by Southbound E-Bike on Riverside Avenue in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, NEW YORK (January 3, 2025) – A pedestrian has tragically died in a Long Beach car accident on Riverside Avenue.
Long Island officials are saying that the accident took place on Friday. A man was walking when he was hit by a southbound e-bike.
The force of the impact knocked him to the ground, leaving him with serious injuries. Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision to help the victim.
Sadly, he died due to the severe nature of his injuries. A full investigation into the crash remains ongoing at this time.
Liability for Long Beach E-Bike Accidents
Many pedestrians are killed or seriously injured every year in motor vehicle collisions. According to the IIHS, “Deaths from motor vehicle crashes with pedestrians have increased 78% since reaching their low point in 2009 and account for 18% of crash fatalities. The rates of pedestrian crash deaths per 100,000 people are highest for people ages 20 and over.” An increasing number of these collisions involve e-bikes. E-bike riders should take several measures to avoid collisions.
- Riders should check their blind spots before making turns.
- Riders should slow down in areas with heavy pedestrian traffic.
- Riders should use their horn when possible to alert others of their presence.
If a driver fails to slow down to avoid hitting a pedestrian, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. The company that manufactured an e-bike could also bear some liability for the crash if it malfunctioned. Any person injured in an e-bike collision may be able to pursue some measure of justice through a civil claim. This right extends to the family of any person who died in a collision. They can pursue some accountability through a wrongful death claim.
Investigating New York Bicycle Accidents
We at GLK Law extend our deepest condolences to the family of the person who died in this collision. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong.
Have you or someone that you care about been harmed in a pedestrian accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of pedestrian accident attorneys is here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
