A 23-year-old Brooklyn resident was killed last week in a bicycle accident.

The man was riding with a group of cyclist when he was struck. Two others remain in the hospital recovering from injuries received in the accident.

The three were riding in an 18 person riding group that rides for charitable reasons in order to promote theater, storytelling and other activities. The accident occurred at 1:30 p.m. on Highway 7 and no charges have been filed in the accident as of now.

Bicycle accidents can cause serious injury to all involved, our thoughts are with the friends and family of the victim.

Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt was injured in a bicycle accident after he crashed into a taxi cab while riding in New York City.

The actor was filming a scene for a new movie, Premium Rush, when he collided with the rear window of the cab causing the glass to bust. He cut his arm in the accident and went to the emergency room to be treated for the injury.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a bicycle accident, you need experienced representation on your side. Contact the Edison bicycle accident lawyers of Levinson and Axelrod by calling 800-346-5529.