Archive for June, 2009
A bus accident on State Route 163 highway caused a traffic jam on Tuesday morning, in a bus accident involving a school bus and four other vehicles. The accident, which occurred near Mesa College, blocked traffic on that portion of State Route 163 for nearly an hour. One motorist suffered injuries at the site of the bus accident, and was transferred to Sharp Memorial Hospital from the scene of the accident. California Highway Patrol reported that the bus accident left one vehicle flipped onto its side.
The State Route 163 highway was cleared and a SigAlert removed after 9. The status of the motorist who received injuries, however, was not yet reported.
If you have been involved in a school bus accident or another related accident, it is a wise decision to consult with a lawyer for professional advice. You may need to seek protection from a possible lawsuit or be advised on receiving compensation for injuries and/or damages. At our offices in Los Angeles, we can provide the provide the help you need regardless of your case. Let Us Fight For You – call for a free consultation at 310.882.6810.
Tags: accident, bus accident, highway, mesa college, motorist, State Route 163, traffic
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A pedestrian on a highway in Spring Valley who was killed last Friday has now been identified as 51-year old Patrick Edward Crowe. According to reports, Crowe was on the shoulder of Highway 94 when he lunged into oncoming traffic, in the incident which occurred at around 10:40 am. Crowe died at the scene of the crash. Investigation continues regarding the cause of the pedestrian accident and whether or not it was a suicide.
If you or a family member has been killed or injured in a pedestrian accident, we strongly suggest that you seek advice before making a decision regarding legal action. Our lawyers in Los Angeles are prepared to offer you the help you need, and are willing to provide a free consultation if you call 310.882.6810.
Tags: crash, highway, pedestrian, pedestrian accident
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A 14-year-old Lake Forest teen died after a hit-and-run accident that occurred while attempting a popular but dangerous maneuver called “trunk riding.” Originally thought to have been hurt during a skateboarding accident, authorities discovered that Nestor Barrientos-Macias was actually one of three young boys who decided to ride in the open trunk of a car. During the ride, Barrientos-Macias fell from the moving vehicle and hit his head.
The vehicle belonged to a 17-year-old driver who picked the kids up from the La Tierra School Parking Lot the afternoon of June 13th. 911 was called and paramedics rushed to the scene to find the 14-year-old victim unconscious but breathing. Nestor Barrientos-Macias succumbed to his injuries three days later and died. At first, authorities originally believed the child had died during a skateboarding incident, but a tip from a 5-year-old witness lead to the arrest of a teen driver, who was booked on felony hit-and-run and vehicular manslaughter charges.
The saddest thing about this case is that so many young people were involved and the incident could have been much worse. Clearly the driver was at fault and the parents of the deceased boy will have the ability to seek legal remedy in court for the hit-and run charge. They will also be able to file a wrongful death suit on behalf of their son. If you or someone you know has found themselves in a similar situation you have the same rights as well. No child’s death should go unpunished, especially if his of her life was taken with reckless disregard for safety and good judgment. Contact us today for a free case evaluation and we will ensure that you loved one receives the justice the situation demands.
Tags: hit and run, hit and run accident, hit-and-run accident lawyer, personal injury lawyer, wrongful death, wrongful death lawyer
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Many multi-story department stores and some high-rise buildings on the lower floors have escalators for its patrons to get from one level to another. One of the major risks involves the width of the space between the moving stairs and the stationary rail. Children are especially at risk of being injured by reaching their hands into this space and are unable to get it out, resulting in severe mangling, even severance, of their hand before the escalator can be shut off.
The store or building is required to check the escalator periodically to ensure that there is no slippery substance that a patron getting on or off an escalator could step into and lose his or her balance, causing the patron to fall and sustain injuries. All employees should be taught how to turn off the escalator in an emergency. If you or a loved one have been injured on an escalator, call now and talk to a lawyer for free 888.222.8286.
Tags: attorney, elevator, escalator, injury
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15-passenger vans are a popular vehicle for employees’ carpooling, church groups, and other associations. However, they are also an especially dangerously-designed vehicle. The vans are top heavy, causing them to rollover if the driver makes a quick, violent turn to avoid an accident or object in the road, or if the driver falls asleep and the van veers off the road, hits a berm or a bump on the side of the road and rolls over. The roof may not be strong enough to keep from collapsing, increasing the severity of injuries to the passengers.
If the van is not full, all passengers should sit as close to the front as possible. Also, if the van is going a long distance, the occupants should split driving duties so the driver does not become too exhausted. However, only persons with experience driving a 15-passenger van should take control of the wheel.
Tags: passenger lawsuit, passenger rights, rollover accident, van rollover
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William Trumble, a 75-year-old Buena Park man was killed after a truck accident that involved a collision with a guardrail. The accident occurred on Interstate 15 near the top of Cajon Pass after he lost control of his 2003 Pickup truck. He was ejected on the southbound lanes near Oak Hill Road at around 8:45 p.m., after which he died on the scene. The cause of the accident is unknown but investigators are looking into a variety of possibilities.
When a vehicle loses control, it may not be easy to determine why. In a few of these types of cases, faulty automotive parts are the culprit. If a defective part is behind the accident, loved ones can pursue a wrongful death lawsuit in court.
If you have lost a loved in a car accident caused by manufacturers defective, consult with one of our wrongful death attorneys for free. We will be able to ascertain the strength of your case and obtain a financial judgment that holds the company accountable for your loved ones death.
Tags: Product Liability, Truck Accidents, wrongful death lawsuit, wrongful death lawyer
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According to authorities, a 45-year-old Big Bear resident was struck and killed this morning by an oncoming train. Though details at press time are sketchy, authorities indicate that Johnny Rogers was hit near Anderson and Stewart Streets north of the Loma Linda Medical Center. While on the scene of the collision, Mr. Rogers succumbed to his injuries expiring at 1:05 a.m.
There are numerous factors that may have contributed to this unfortunate man’s demise. One of them could be his own error in judgment in not looking out for the train. If on the other hand, the appropriate train signals were not operating as they should have, surviving family embers could have a wrongful death lawsuit on their hands.
Such a case would have numerous complicated ends and out that would need the skilled expertise of a legal professional. If you have lost a loved one to a similar type of tragedy, contact us for a free consultation and make the responsible party pay for their negligence.
Tags: Train Accidents, wrongful death, wrongful death attorney
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Firefighters in Anaheim discovered the body of a dead man after battling a 3- alarm fire. What made the death suspicious was that the deceased male was located in a burnt out 2-door Nissan that was parked near the scene. The body was charred beyond recognition, puzzling officials since it was hard to ascertain of the individual was killed before or after the blaze.
It took three companies of firemen to put out the fire at Baron Quality Molds Inc., located at 1081 N. Shepard Street and La Palma Avenue. Firefighters, who were on the scene at about 8 PM on Monday night, burst through a roll-up door and found the car with the charred remains inside. Police reported that the man has not been identified and are currently investigating the incident.
The circumstances of the accident can leave surviving family members devastated and confused, especially if the death was caused by the fire. A wrongful death suit could even be filed if the inferno started as a result of faulty wiring or Landlord negligence. If you have lost a family member in a fire that was caused by criminal negligence, contact us for a free case assessment. When a loved one is killed due to someone else’s carelessness, you have rights! Learn what they are by contacting a qualified wrongful death lawyer.
Tags: fire death, wrongful death, wrongful death lawyer
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Raul Contreras, a 47-year old Ontario pedestrian was hit by a car and killed. The accident happened Sunday evening around the 600 block of W. Holt Boulevard. San Bernardino officials say that Contreras died of his injuries around 11:18 p.m. shortly after being struck by a 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. The man had been traveling westbound just prior to the collision.
Whenever we hear of these tragedies we often wonder what we would do if someone we loved was killed in such a manner. We may also reflect on what would happen to our dependents if we were unexpectedly taken away.
Thankfully, there are numerous wrongful death related laws that protect the survivors of such accidents, ensuring they are taken care of the event of a head of household death. If someone you cared about passed away due to another’s error in judgment, we are here to help. Contact our law offices to speak with a reputable personal injury lawyer and obtain legal representatives who will fight for your rights.
Tags: car accident, hit and run accident, hit-and-run accident lawyer, Personal Injury
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An accident in North Hollywood left one pedestrian dead, while the motorist involved in the hit and run car accident has yet to be found. The North Hollywood hit and run accident is expected to have occurred somewhere in the vicinity of 2L15 am yesterday, as a passing motorist spotted the victim, 40-year-old Gabriel Pompa, who was lying in the 10800 block of Vanowen street. The passing motorist stopped to help while contacted authorities. Unfortunately, Pompa’s injuries were substantial and he was pronounced dead at the scene of the pedestrian accident.
Los Angeles police report that no witnesses to the hit and run pedestrian accident have been found, but local camera footage may be functional in the investigation. After the car accident, the investigation of the death of Gabriel Pompa in this hit-and-run pedestrian accident continued for nearly six hours, shutting down a small section of Vanowen Street in North Hollywood.
If you have been the victim in a pedestrian accident, be advised that you also have equal rights when walking to your destination. You may need legal advice regarding your case, but it is important that you do not disregard your case, especially you have become a victim of hit and run. Please contact our offices in Los Angeles to receive the legal help you need.
Tags: accident, gabriel pompa, hit and run, north hollywood, pedestrian accident, pompa, vanowen
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