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Skateboarding Accident With Car Kills Preteen Boy in Los Angeles County

A boy, age 12, who was skateboarding  in Paramount, a city in Los Angeles County, was the unfortunate  victim of a fatal skateboarding accident this past week. The young boy has been identified as Isidro Diaz.

Apparently, Diaz was on the road, skateboarding on his stomach, when he was struck by a moving car. He was struck from behind, according to police. Although first aid was attempted, the boy unfortunately died at the scene of the accident.

A driver stopped and was questioned, but up until now, no one has been tickets have been given or arrests made. The skateboarding accident, taking  place on Rosecrans Avenue at approximately 9 pm, is being investigated further by authorities in Lakewood.

If you are involved in a car accident, always consider speaking with a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer. Regardless of fault, talking to a lawyer can be both calming and beneficial. Our Los Angeles law firm is happy to provide help if you need it. Call 310.882.6810 for a free consultation.

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Multi-Car Accident In San Fernando Valley

A multi-car accident on a freeway in San Fernando Valley is reported to have injured seven, five of which were injured seriously. According to Los Angeles Fire Department, the accident included up to six cars on Independence Day morning. The car accident occurred between Interstate 405 and Highway 101, where a car is reported to have overturned, trapping one individual. Several injuries were reported, including 5 people who were transported to hospitals in serious conditions. Two others of the total 7 with injuries were taken to a local hospital with minor injuries.

If you have experienced injuries in a car accident of any type, you should refer to a lawyer for professional advice. For victims of accident injuries, the law can be complicated and confusing – a car accident lawyer is one of the few reputable sources of advice in this area. To receive a free consultation from our offices, you can call to speak with a Los Angeles car accident lawyer at 310.882.6810.

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Driver Escapes Injury In Long Beach Crash

A driver who fell victim to a crash in Long Beach was somehow able to escape injury, in an accident the involved a collision with another vehicle that flipped her SUV. The 18-year old driver, who was unhurt in the car accident at the corner of Ocean Blvd and Magnolia Ave, was traveling in a blue Saturn SUV when she was struck by another car during a turn. The impact of the accident flipped the vehicle, damaging it substantially while the other car suffer only minor damage. A spokesperson from Long Beach Fire Department reports that investigation of the car accident is ongoing.

If you have suffered injury in a car accident, we advise that you seek legal counsel before its too late. In a case such as this one, you will be faced with a range of legal options, each of which must be considered in terms of your particular case. In order to handle your case properly, it is important that you take advantage of the car accident knowledge that can be provided by a legal professional. Our offices in Los Angeles can provide you with the help you need. We ask that you Let Us Fight For You – call us in Los Angeles 310.882.6810.

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Los Angeles Police In 4-way car accident

Los Angeles police officers reporting to a call for backup faced a strange turn of events when they became involved in a 4-way car accident. As the police officers progressed down Crenshaw Boulevard near Freeway 10, the police officers hit another car on the road. The car accident occurred at around 2:50 a.m when the officers swerved into the median and then bounced back into another vehicle, initiating a chain of collisions with three other cars.

According to Los Angeles authorities, on injured person was taken to Kaiser Permanante in Los Angeles for treatment.

If you have been involved in a serious car accident, you should consider consulting legal advice to protect yourself. Please call our offices in Los Angeles for a free consultatio

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10-year-old In Critical Condition After Rollover Car Accident

A rollover car accident on Tuesday night has left a 10-year-old boy critically injured, authorities said.

At the time of the rollover car accident, the Baldwin Park 10-year-old boy was being driven by his brother, age 18, at a location near Ramona Parkway and Center Street. While in transit, their car was hit by another car driven byFrank Ramirez,  who made a left turn in front of the 18-year-old driver, forcing him to hit Ramirez’s car when the accident occurred at approximately 6 p.m on Tuesday.

The car containing the young brothers struck a tree after a rollover, but both the driver and passenger remained in the vehicle during the accident.  The 10-year-old boy sustained major head  injuries consistingof critical head trauma, which required his immediate transport to a local hospital by helicopter. The 18-year-old suffered serious injuries as well, and is also being treated at a local hospital. Fortunately, his injuries are not life-threatening like those of his younger brother.

According to police, neither driver possessed a driver’s licence at the time of the rollover car accident. Due to this fact, and that there was a minor boy involved, the legal aspects of this case may be complicated. If you have also suffered injuries due to a car accident, be assured that our offices can handle your case no matter how complex. For a free consultation, call our offices at 310.882. 6810.

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California fog causes pile up and injuries in Los Angeles

Los Angeles fog proved dangerous this morning, as a 50 vehicle pile up occurred in the heavy fog on Interstate 15. The sizeable accident, which took place at approximately 7:30 AM near the summit of Cajon Pass, was also the site of many injuries. Fortunately, no fatalities occurred during the accident.

According to officials from California Highway Patrol, the car accident involved nearly 50 cars and trucks, as well as a motorcycle. The extent of the car accident stretched a half-mile down the northbound lanes of Interstate 15.

The majority of the injured were transported to local hospitals, but five others were sent away after treatment from on-site paramedics at the accident. As a result of the fog, paramedics were forced to use ambulances rather than helicopters despite the ruckus of the extensive pileup. No reports have been made concerning the extent of these injuries.

If you have experienced injury following a car accident, whether small or large, its essential that you seek legal advice. To seek counsel through our offices, don’t hesitate to call 310.882.6810 for a free consultation.

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Police Chase Ends in Car Accident and Injuries

In pursuit of an alleged car thief, police engaged in a short chase which ended in a car accident and injuries for the suspect. During the police chase, the alleged car thief slammed into a wall while attempting to evade the police car.

The police chase was initiated around 1am, when a police officer attempted to stop the reportedly stolen car. When the driver refused to stop, the police officer initiated the chase. The police chase procceeded through Downey residential streets into an area near Cecelia Street and Clancey Avenue, where the alleged car thief slammed into a block wall after losing control of the vehicle .

The man, whose name has not been released, sustained injuries during the crash and was treated by paramedics before being taken into custody. California Highway Patrol officials reported that he was treated for minor head injuries.

Regardless of the situation, your involvement in a car accident may require legal help, especially if you have suffered injuries. If you would like to receive legal counsel following a car accident, please contact with our offices for free consultation.

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Men Receive Injuries After Car Accident at Bar

Yesterday night, The Los Encino dance and cocktail bar, located on 4626 Firestone Blvd in Soutth Gate, was the site of a twisted turn of events. Two men who aimed to leave the bar ended up crashing back into it, in a car accident that resulted in injuries for both men. The car accident was reported at approximately 10:50 pm on Monday, at which time the Los Angeles Fire Department was called to the scene.

According to authorities, the driver lost control as he pulled out of the pakring lot, slamming the car into the building. Both men suffered minor injuiries, and were escorted to local hospitals after the crash. South Gate police are investigating the cause of the crash, and whether or not this may have been a case of drunk driving.

Fortunately, none of the South Gate bar’s occupants were reported as injured. However, the bar was closed immediately afterwards and will need repairs before reopening.

If you have received injuries from a car accident or another accident caused by drunk driving, be sure to contact our offices to receive legal consultation.

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2 Deaths, 1 Injury Result after North Hollywood Car Accident

A car accident in North Hollywood took two lives and injured one, according to officials. Authorities say that a woman, driving a Toyota Scion, lost control near the intersection of Lankershim while traveling northbound on Vineyard. Evidence shows that the car accident probably involved the car hitting the utility pole and then a storefront. The female driver and male passenger both died on the scene, while a third victim was transported to the hospital for treatment of injuries. The condition of his injuries has not been reported.

Sgt Aaron Ponce of the North Hollywood station describes the female driver as being ejected from the vehicle and then dying, as did the other female passenger sitting in the front seat. The surviving male passenger was located in the backseat during the accident. The cause of the accident is still unknown.

If you or a loved one has been involved in an injury causing car accident, don’t hesitate to seek legal counsel even if you’re unsure of the cause of the accident. By consulting with our offices, we can ensure you legal protection if you need it.  Don’t let an insurance company take advantage of you.  Let our investigatiors seek the truth. 

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Crash leaves man in critical condition

A car accident that occurred on Sunday night has left a Palos Veredes man in critical condition in a local hospital, where he was still being treated up until this morning. The car accident, which took place at around 3:14pm, involved the 2006 Ford Mustang of the injured man and a 2008 Volkswagen Golf near the intersection of Skypark Drive and Garnier Street in Torrance.

The driver of the Volkswagen did not sustain any injuries, but both the passenger and driver of the Mustang reportedly suffered injuries following the car accident. The passenger of the Mustang was transported to Torrance Memorial for treatment of minor injuries, and 18-year-old driver was taken to Harbor UCLA Medical Center, where he remains. Police suspect that one of the drivers may have been under the influence of alcohol at the time of the car accident.

Be sure to seek legal advice if you or a loved one have been involved in a car accident, especially if you have suffered injuries or another driver was under the influence of alcohol. Call our offices today for free legal consultation today.  Don’t delay.

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