I would contact a lawyer right now since we don't know the details of the accident. It sounded like the truck was trying to pass him and made a sandwich out of the poor guy. Regardless, he must be compensated for his loss (Bicycle) including pain and suffering.

There is no bike lane on Madison avenue and it's loaded with buses. I used to commute on this avenue and changed routes because it's a parking lot during rush hour. The minute the light changes green, the cars get real aggressive and speed to make the next light.

I read the guy was saving money to buy a house in Africa. This accident should pay for a very nice one.