Posts Tagged ‘financial compensation’

Double Decker Bus Collision Injures 5

A major traffic accident involving a double-decker bus occurred on I-5 at Oso Parkway and injured five people.  The incident, which also ensnared several other vehicles, closed three lanes  of traffic as well.  The double-decker bus, which was 32 feet long, was devoid of passengers at the time of the collision.  Just south of the accident, two vehicles ran into the right shoulder of the highway after a truck driver smashed into the center divider on the southbound 5  near Crown Valley Parkway.  The California Highway  patrol believes the accidents are related.  Reports on   who were affected by the crash were not available at press time but it was revealed that the various collisions on I-5 did result in five injuries.  The injured were taken to nearby Mission Hospital for treatment.

When the smoke clears on this double-decker accident fiasco,  there will be a number of people trying to figure out what occurred and most importantly, who was at fault.  Assessing liability in such a potentially debilitating traffic accident can help accident victims recoup financial damages.  This financial compensation will go towards medical costs and replenish  wages which can be cut off while the victim recuperates in the hospital or at home.

If you or a loved one has suffered injury in a similar circumstance you too can receive financial compensation.  Contact the law office of Slaughter and Slaughter for a free consultation today.  Our compassionate legal representatives understand what you are going through and will fight diligently for your rights.  Call today and get the money you need to protect your financial future.

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Accident Involving a Lexus Causes Head Trauma, Injury

An accident on the corner of Harvard Avenue and Center Drive culminated in a head injury after a woman was hit by a Lexus. The car accident occurred just after  10 p.m.  shortly after the woman attempted to cross Irvine Center Drive.  Before she could get to the other side of the street, she was struck by a Lexus ES 350 sedan that was heading west. Authorities have yet to determine the cause of the accident.  At press time, the woman was  said  to have sustained head injury but the severity of the injury was not known.

When a pedestrian knock down accident like the one above occurs, legally speaking the vehicle driver is  almost always at fault.  This is because pedestrians have the right-of-way, even if they are jaywalking.  Of course, certain behaviors may mitigate a driver’ culpability, but the fact remains that vigilant drivers will most likely avoid hitting a pedestrian.

When you or a loved one has been hurt in a pedestrian crosswalk accident, you may need the assistance of a qualified personal injury lawyer.  If so, contact the law offices of Slaughter and Slaughter today for a free consultation.  We just may be able to help you obtain financial compensation for your accident related injuries.

Don’t delay, call  now.

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Ortega Highway Re-Opened after a Car Fire that Injured 3 People

An Ortega Highway car crash resulted in  three serious injuries, with one hurt motorist being airlifted via helicopter to a local area hospital. The motorist and passengers were the apparent victims of a solo car accident that ended in a car fire.  Although the car fire itself was doused quickly, all three passengers inside the car reported personal injury but only one was airlifted to a medical center.  The collision occurred 11 miles east of the I-5 and was reported around 12:05 p.m. Traffic on Ortega was shut down until 1:40 P.M.

As with all solo automobile wrecks the assumption will be that the driver did something  to cause the accident themselves.  While this is certainly true a good portion of the time, there are other issues, like faulty car parts, that can  cause a solo car wreck as well. A thorough investigation can pinpoint the the cause.  If  the collision turns out to be due to an auto defect, injuries parties can sue the automaker via a product liability claim.

If you were involved in a solo car accident and find that defective auto parts is the cause, contact  Slaughter and Slaughter for a free consultation.  Our product liability attorneys understand the finer points of  product litigation and can make sure you receive the money you deserve for  your injury, pain and suffering.  Call today and learn what your rights are after a debilitating accident caused by an auto defect.

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