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Seattle Police Patrol Car Strikes Bicyclist l Washington Attorney

Type: Bicycle Hit By Car
Date: February 2, 2010
Location: Intersection of 12th Ave S & South Jackson Street, Seattle, WA

A female on a bicycle was injured this morning when she was struck by a Seattle Police patrol car.  The collision happened at around 8:45am near the intersection of 12th Ave S & South Jackson Street in Seattle's International District.

The exact cause of the accident has not yet been determined.  Investigators are looking into the circumstances which cased the accident.

The young woman was taken to Harborview Medical center for treatment of neck and back injuries.  It has also been reported that she may have sustained a broken leg.  Whether or not she was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash is unknown.

We sincerly hope that the bicyclist's injuries are not serious and we wish her a speedy recovery. 

Bicycle Accident Statistics

According to statistics from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety 660 bicyclists were killed in crashes with motor vehicles in 2002. Bicycle accidents and accident related deaths deaths are most likely to occur in summer.    In 2007 it was estimated that 89% of cyclists wear a helmet. 

If it is determined that the Seattle Police officer that was driving the patrol car was at fault and caused the accident the driver of the bicycle may be able to seek compensation from the city.  If this is the case she will certainly benefit from hiring a Seattle bicycle accident lawyer that has experience dealing with lawsuits against the City of Seattle. 

To see the orginial news source for this article visit: http://www.komonews.com/news/local/83376102.html 

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