Michelle Johnson of Woodland Dies in Bicycle Accident on Woodland Avenue [Modesto, CA]

Modesto, CA (March 15, 2022) – On Sunday, 38-year-old Michelle Johnson sustained fatal injuries in a bicycle accident on Woodland Avenue.

It was about 5:45 p.m. when the fatal incident happened at Yellowstone Avenue.

Officers say a 2017 Acura ILX struck Johnson as she crossed the street on her bicycle.

Immediately, the paramedics rushed Johnson to the hospital where she died from her injuries. 

Moreover, officers arrested the Acura driver, 51-year-old Christina Castillo, on suspicion of DUI.

The authorities said they are still investigating this fatal incident.

Please contact Traffic Officer Kyle Johnson at Johnsonk@modestopd.com or call the Traffic Safety Unit at 209-572-9592 if you have further details on this crash.

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Sweet Lawyers extends our condolences and sympathies to the family of Michelle Johnson. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

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The Aftermath of a Fatal Accident

In a time filled with uncertainty, confronting a tragic loss can seem unimaginable.

It is crucial that the bereaved of Michelle Johnson are aware that they have the authority to file a wrongful death suit.

A wrongful death suit is a civil action that may help you move forward when a crash impacts you or your family in irreparable ways.

Significantly, it allows surviving family members to achieve vindication for their dearly departed. It holds parties liable for the irrevocable damages they have caused.

Furthermore, nearly 1.25 million people are killed in car accidents each year. That means, on average, auto accidents cause 3,287 deaths per day.

As a matter of fact, road traffic injuries are the leading cause of death in the U.S. for people aged 1-54.

Reach Out to Us

With this in mind, we recommend calling Sweet Lawyers if a loved one was killed in an incident.

Our lawyers will exhaust their best to ensure you get the maximum settlement. Indeed, they will speak to witnesses, analyze evidence, and obtain important data that will help your case.

Our litigators will work on your behalf to hold the responsible party accountable for their failure to follow traffic laws, resulting in the untimely death of your loved one.

If someone you love died in a similar accident, you do not have to face the aftermath alone. Work with Sweet Lawyers, you will be provided with personalized assistance, aggressive representation, and compassion throughout the entire process.

We do more than simply win cases; our purpose is to maximize your recovery and grant you peace of mind, with your future at the forefront. During your initial call, we’ll discuss your case at length to determine your legal options. In addition, you won’t pay a dime in retainer or holding fees over this case. 

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