Site Design and Optimization byTorque Ventures
« May 2008 | Main | July 2008 »
Two medical helicopters crashed in mid-air on Sunday killing at least six, including the patient aboard one of the copters. The Federal Aviation Administration indicates that the crash occurred at 3:45 pm and was on the scene investigation the crash within hours. The National Transportation Safety Board is expected to arrive on Monday to lead the investigation. In addition to the mid-air crash, the collision resulted in a forest fire of at least 10-acres. Another two rescue workers were killed on the ground after another explosion as a result of the crash. Air Methods Corporation, a medical service provider was the owner and operator of the Bell 407 helicopter and Classic Helicopter Service of Utah was the owner and operator of the other Bell 407 helicopter. Four surviving victims of the crash were aboard the Classic Helicopter Service helicopter.
If a loved one has been killed or seriously injured as a result of a helicopter crash call now for a free legal consultation of your case. Aviation laws continue to include complex legal issues and require experienced attorneys who can properly launch an investigation into the causes of the crash. Having the proper experts to conduct studies and research are imperative to every case. Call now toll-free: 888.222.8286
Posted by Legal Staff · Link · Aviation Law · Comments (0)
Slaughter & Slaughter is a personal injury law firm specializing in catastrophic injuries and wrongful death cases. Our firm has successfully handled a wide-range of personal injury cases involving auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, trucking accidents, pedestrian/crosswalk accidents, dog bites and other incidents resulting in serious and life altering injuries.
Having a law firm with the experience, the reputation and a track record of success is one of the most important decisions you can make on your path towards recovery. If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of someone else’s wrongdoing, call now for a free consultation by one of our attorneys. Call Now: 310.882.6810
Posted by Legal Staff · Link · Personal Injury · Comments (0)
Earlier this morning a single-engine plane crashed near Largo Vista Road in Palmdale, California. Investigators have arrived on the scene and police indicated that the cause of the crash is unknown at this time.
Many factors can contribute to a plane crash including:
- Maintenance Failures - Pilot Error - Poor Weather Conditions - Plane Design Defect (Product Liability)
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are the two federal agencies that govern aviation. The NTSB investigates aviation accidents and the FAA enforces the laws as set forth by the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs).
For more information on aviation laws and a free legal consultation on an aviation case, call now: 888.222.8286
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, call now for a free legal consultation of your case. Don’t guess about your legal rights. There may be important deadlines and laws that you aren’t familiar with.
Our team of lawyers will aggressively pursue your case and seek the maximum compensation available. The insurance company may be delaying and uncooperative. Let the law firm of Slaughter & Slaughter deal with the insurance company and properly handle your case
Call now and speak with one of our attorneys for free: Toll-Free – 888.222.8286 or 310.882.6810
Yesterday, a woman riding a Harley Davidson died on the San Bernardino 10 Freeway when she was struck by a large tractor trailer truck.
Sharon Woodcock, 51, from Long Beach, was riding eastbound on the 10 Freeway near the northbound 215 interchange when she was struck by the tractor- trailer. Police and Paramedics arrived on the scene and Woodcock was pronounced her dead at the scene.
While the cause of this motorcycle accident has not yet been determined, the CHP investigation is still ongoing. Fatal motorcycle accidents require fast action and a thorough and complete investigation into the causes and other factors that contributed to such a tragic loss.
If you have lost a loved one as a result of a motorcycle accident, the most important decision you can make is finding the right law firm to quickly and aggressively pursue your case. You must not delay speaking to a lawyer because key evidence must be secured promptly and an investigation must be started into the potential causes.
Don’t Delay or Guess About Your Legal Rights – FREE LEGAL CONSULTATION: toll-free 888.222.8286
Posted by Legal Staff · Link · Motorcycle Accident · Comments (0)
On Saturday afternoon, a freight truck struck four cars on Highway 12, killing one man. The truck accident took place between the cities of Stockton and Sacramento in California. The big-rig driver, Edwin Soper was heading westbound near Terminous when his truck struck four other cars that were stopped for a draw bridge. Soper, a freight truck driver did not slow down for the Delta, and the CHP is reporting that he was driving 55 mph at the time he noticed the stopped traffic and didn’t have time to react.
The CHP reports that all of the bridges traffic warning lights were working properly when the accident occurred. An Illinois man, who was driving a Chevrolet Avalanche was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident when Soper’s big rig slammed into his pickup and pushing him off the road.
Due to the freight trucks speed, after the initial impact, it continued forward slamming into three other cars and injuring six others. The truck driver suffered minor injuries. This tragic incident is the latest in a series of catastrophic crashes on Highway 12. Reports indicate that nine people were killed in the area in 2007.
If you have been injured or a loved one has been killed in an accident with a truck, big-rig, freight truck or any other large commercial type vehicle, it is critical that you speak to an experienced law firm about your case today. Slaughter & Slaughter represents clients who have been seriously injured or killed in trucking accidents. Let our firm’s team of experienced attorneys fight for you. Don’t guess about your legal rights or the value of your case. Call now for a free legal consultation about your truck accident case. Toll Free: 888.222.8286 or local 310.882.6810 - We represent clients throughout the State of California. Our attorneys will come to you!
Posted by Legal Staff · Link · Truck Accident · Comments (0)
56-year-old Frederick Joseph Uhler died today as a result of a motorcycle accident in Bakersfield, California. Uhler, who was riding on his motorcycle was struck and killed by a car that ran a red light at the intersection of White Lane and Stine Road.
The driver of the car was 18-year-old, Britney Coats.
In a press release by the Bakersfield Police Department, the details of the accident were noted as follows:
The decedent was the helmeted operator of a motorcycle that was turning left on Stine Road from White Lane. A female operator of a truck failed to stop at a red light and struck the decedent at that intersection. He was taken to Kern Medical Center where he died shortly after from his injuries.
If you have been seriously injured or a loved one has been killed as a result of a motorcycle accident, you must have proper legal representation to seek the maximum compensation available. An investigation must be conducted immediately and your legal team should begin their work right away.
Don’t delay and call today for a free legal consultation by one of our experienced motorcycle accident lawyers. The insurance companies will have hundreds of attorneys working for them. Our team of attorneys will fight for you and make sure that you are being treated fairly.
CALL NOW: 888.222.8286 0R 310.882.6810 FREE CONSULTATION NO FEE UNLESS WE WIN HOME AND HOSPITAL VISITS AFTER HOUR APPOINTMENTS
Starting on June 1, 2008, our law firm has joined the efforts to promote National Safety Month. As a proud member of the National Safety Council, our law firm will participate in the promotion of various safety programs across the nation. Each week, the National Safety Council will be focusing on a specific area of safety such as Emergency Preparedness, Distracted Drivers, Drug Poisoning and Slip & Falls.
As I have noted several times in the past, our commitment to our clients goes beyond just effective and proper legal representation. We are committed to ensuring the safety of our communities and are dedicated to promoting programs and events that can further our goals.
Please visit our National Safety Month promo page and National Safety Info page for more on the topic.
Posted by Legal Staff · Link · Consumer Rights · Comments (0)
