Cyclist Sues Ambulance Provider for Injuries

William Hoesch, a 71-year-old cyclist, is suing Columbia River Fire & Rescue for nearly $1 million after being struck by one of their ambulances in Rainier, Oregon, in October 2022. The lawsuit claims the ambulance, which was reportedly traveling between 2-10 mph, caused Hoesch to suffer a fractured nose and extensive scrapes, along with significant medical expenses totaling around $47,000. Following the collision, Hoesch was taken to the hospital in the same ambulance that hit him, for which he received a bill of $1,862. He is seeking $997,000 in damages, including $900,000 for pain and suffering attributed to long-term injuries. Hoesch's attorney described the billing as