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Dean McDermott Injured In Motorcycle Accident, Taken To ICU

Dean McDermott, husband of Tori Spelling and Hollywood reality star on “Tori & Dean”, has landed himself in a Los Angeles intensive care unit after a serious motorcycle accident, one which was his second of this year.

McDermott, 43 years old, was recreation ally dirt bike riding when he was injured. The accident was apparently a single vehicle accident – McDermott fell from his bike and was injured seriously. McDermott sustained a punctured and collapsed lung, injuries which were severe enough to warrant ICU treatment. According to reports, McDermott’s lung injury will keep him hospitalized in ICU for several more days.

Earlier this year, McDermott was involved in another accident, which also was a motorcycle accident. In that instance, his shoulder was fractured.

Recreational activities like dirt biking often have the potential to be dangerous – but when a person is injured, it is still always tragic. If you have been injured in a recreational accident, such as a dirt biking accident, you may want to speak with a lawyer once your medical concerns have been addressed. Just because an activity is dangerous doesn’t mean it is uncovered or unactionable – if you have been wrongfully injured or denied medical insurance, contact our Los Angeles personal injury lawyers for help.

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El Monte Single Car Accident Suspected To Be Drunk Driving Accident

A single car accident that took place on Sunday night in Los Angeles is now under investigation by local authorities. In addition to causing multiple injuries, including one death, the car accident involved an unlicensed driver now suspected of drunk driving.

At 9:55 at the corner of Peck and East Rush, the unlicensed driver crashed into a utility pole, flipping his vehicle, a 2003 Toyota Corolla. Luckily no other vehicles were involved, but the car contained two occupants other than the driver.

One of the passengers became trapped underneath the vehicle after it flipped. She was pronounced dead by paramedics at the scene of the accident. The driver also suffered injuries, and was transported to Los Angeles County Medical Center for treatment.

Authorities project that the driver will be arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) as well as causing harm to another person.

If you or someone you love has been killed or injured in a Los Angeles car accident, especially one involving drunk driving, it is imperative that you speak with a lawyer. A lawyer can help guide you through criminal and civil routes of reprieve, as well as offer general advice. Call a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer for a free consultation at 888.222.8286 for a free consultation.

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Motorist Taken to Hospital after Glass Falls into her Eyes

A driver was taken to the hospital early Wednesday morning after glass fell into her eyes.  The incident occurred  while the woman was driving northbound on I-5 just South of Camino Capistrino.  Authorities are still uncertain as to what actually happened, but they believe something fell out of a truck or moving vehicles and injured the female motorist.  The woman, who had been driving a gray BMW sedan,  was taken to San Clemente Hospital for evaluation.  Officers on the scene indicate that the injuries were minor and vowed to get to the bottom of what transpired.

When an accident of this nature occurs,  it can be especially frightening to the victim, who may not initially  know who or what caused their injury.  Another terrifying aspect of this particular personal injury is that  damage to the eyes may seem minor but have a degenerative effect over time–in other words, one could even lose their eyesight.   Should the latter scenario occur, it would be imperative for the woman to locate the responsible party so she could be compensated via a personal injury lawsuit.

Even when the circumstances appear to be something of a blur, a legal professional can help you assess  your  personal injury case and get to the bottom a debilitating accident.  At Slaughter and Slaughter we help countless accident victims  ascertain  how they can obtain financial compensation for their injuries.  Call us today for a free consultation and learn t what you can do when someone else causes you grave, physical harm.

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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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Bad Faith Insurance — You are Entitled to Compensation

As Washington tries to overhaul the health-care industry it appears that there is yet another insurance related trade that is grossly in need of  makeover. Indeed, for years  auto insurance companies have taken advantage of policy holders, holding out on payment in situations where it is abundantly clear that the accident victim is in dire need of assistance.  Technically speaking, people who  come up against this type of resistance are considered to have bad faith insurance.

What many consumers do not know is that they have a right to prompt and adequate assistance under the law when they have a legitimate claim.  Sadly, adjusters are trained with the mindset that everyone is trying to get over.  While there are those who do try to milk the system after an auto accident,  nine times out of ten, the claim is legitimate.

This does not deter insurance adjusters from treating all claimants like potential criminals. Many will go so far as to find legal loopholes that deny financial compensation to individuals they know to be truly injured.  When such  instances occur, bad faith insurance companies will  try their best to intimidate an accident survivor and make them feel as if they have no recourse but to accept whatever the insurance company dishes out.

Far too often, people  take the insurance company’s word for it and fail to fight for their rights.

You are entitled  to compensation

A bad faith insurance company is only looking after its own best interest.  This means they will do what it takes to protect their company’s bottom line.  This often leaves innocent motorists holding the bag and places them at risk for losing their life savings in order to pay off medical related costs.

Do not fool yourself into thinking this cannot happen to you.  It doesn’t matter how faithfully you have paid or for how long–bad faith insurance companies will try their best to shaft you every time.

Got a big name insurance policy?  Again this doesn’t mean a thing.  Many well known insurance companies  like All State and State Farm top the list in regards to failing to honor their insurance policies–in other words, a famed company can  be a bad faith insurance provider as well as anyone else.

What you can do

Sometimes it can be hard to prove that your insurer is enacting bad faith insurance policies.   In the easier cases, a policy holder canconfirm that  their claim was turned down for reason not specified in their contracts
via  written communique.  One may also be able to provide documentation that indicates their a claim wasn’t even processed.

Still, it takes a practiced eye to look over the case and  assess if it falls under potential bad faith insurance law.

Fight back…

Insurance companies have an obligation to provide assistance to legitimately injured motorist they according to law. This also  includes providing assistance  promptly and properly.
If you feel an insurance company has illegally given you the shaft you do have rights and can fight back!

Contact the law firm of Slaughter and Slaughter today toll free at 888.222.8286 and  get the justice you deserve.  You may just be able to receive compensation for your injuries and teach bad faith insurance companies that they can’t always bully policyholders into submission.

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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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Motor Home and Van Collide, 2 Injured

Anaheim authorities  responded to  an automobile accident on Harbor Boulevard near the I-5 northbound ramp this week. The crash involved a motorhome and van and resulted in two women being injured and taken to the hospital.  Policemen and firefighters were called to the scene and arrived at 11:27 a.m.  where they found that  a Dodge van had collided with a massive Ford mobile home that  was towing a Jeep Rubicon.  The Dodge had major damage on the driver side although the motor home appeared unharmed.  The women in the Dodge Van were taken to the hospital with minor injuries.

While the circumstances of the above motor vehicle crash were a bit unique, the outcome wasn’t.  Everyday, countless motorist are injured, even killed on the nations highways.  In 98 percent of the cases, driver error is the cause.   When fault is determined, those who seriously injured can recoup financial  compensation  by filing a personal injury claim.  This compensation will pay for any medical bills and lost wages related to the accident.

If you have been injured in a car accident that wasn’t your fault we can help.  Contact our law offices today for a free case evaluation.  When someone hurts you in an automobile wreck, you have the right to obtain financial compensation.   Call our personal injury lawyers today and learn how.

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What to Expect from your Personal Injury Trial

You have been injured in a devastating motor vehicle accident and the insurance company is playing hardball.  Meanwhile, your life savings and economic future is at risk.  You decide to call a personal injury attorney but are not quite sure what to expect.  Well, needless to say, taking the legal steps to protect you and your family’s best is one of the smartest things you can do.  Insurance companies count on consumer ignorance and reticent to litigate to walk all over their policy holders.

When you show them you mean business, they are often times willing to at least take your injury claim a bit seriously.

The Settlement Offer

Contrary to what an insurance adjuster tells you, it may in the best interest of you to reach a reasonable settlement agreement.  An experienced personal injury lawyer would be able to tell you what a fair and reasonable settlement amount is.  That said, an injury victim shouldn’t accept just any offer laid in front of  them.  Often times insurance companies will attempt to toss out what seems to be a fair figure that will not, in the end, cover related medical expenses or any lost earnings accrued while you were recuperating.

If the insurance company fails to provide a fair settlement offer, your personal injury lawyer may advise you to take your case to court.

The Civil Court Experience

Once you have taken the steps to litigate, you may feel as if the wheels of justice are turning a bit slowly.  Hang in there.  A large portion of the process will involve filing of motions,  interviewing potential witnesses and talking with experts. This will all help in building the kind of solid personal injury case where the judge or jury finds in your favor.

Your personal injury attorney will also  spend a large portion of his or her time:

  • Obtaining depositions from said witnesses
  • Speaking with forensic experts in regards to the scientific aspects of your case
  • Ferreting out medical files and records that strengthen your case
  • Filing motions and complaints on your behalf

Complaints and Pleas

One of the biggest first steps of your personal injury case will be to file your initial complaint.  Your complaint will outline  the particulars of your case, what you are seeking in damages and why.  The defendant has to answer your complaint with a “plea” or response, within a specified time period.

Jury Selection and Trial

Many personal injury plaintiffs have the option to put the trial before a judge or in front of a jury of their peers when applicable. Once this aspect is settled, the case  goes to trial and both sides present their arguments. Unlike a criminal trial, the plaintiff only has to prove the case based on the preponderance of the evidence.  This means “more likely than not.”  Even so, the burden of proof lies with the complainant and their attorney.

Reliable Legal Representation Counts

The legal aspects of personal injury  law can be very complicated, which is why it pays to have the best legal team possible on your side.  It is important to hire a lawyer or law firm that has experience in personal injury law; rather than someone who has no experience in this area.

Don’t take chances when it comes to you and your loved ones financial future–contact  the law firm of Slaughter and Slaughter today for a free case review and learn what your legal options are after you sustain a serious personal injury.  We will take your case on a contingency basis, meaning you don’t pay unless we win your case. We are also on hand to answer any legal questions you may have.

Call us today and see what  Slaughter and Slaughter can do to help when an accident changes you and your loved ones lives and threatens your financial security.

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Lexus SUV and Chrysler Van Accident Results in Injury

A car wreck in Anaheim culminated in serious injury after a silver Lexus RX300 SUV and a gold Chrysler Town & Country van collided. The accident itself occurred at approximately 11:30 a,m. at Orange and Ninth streets and blocked the area.  The male driver of the Town and Country car was attended to at he scene by paramedics and was later taken to the hospital by an ambulance.  Although the man is listed in serious condition, the Lexus occupants were unharmed. Investigators report that the airbags in both vehicles deployed.  The cause of the accident is still undergoing investigation.

Although  the motorist that were  delayed  by the van and SUV wreck, were probably more than a little upset, the drivers and their passengers were shaken and in one guy’s case, seriously hurt.  The investigation is ongoing but as more information comes to light, they may find that the Lexus driver was at fault for the collision.  If this is the case, the injured man in the Chrysler Town and Country Van could pursue the other motorist in court for financial compensation.

If you have been hurt in a car accident, contact the personal injury lawyers at Slaughter and Slaughter right away for a free consultation.  Civil court litigation was created so you would have the right to be paid for your injuries.  Don’t delay, call now and obtain the justice you require after your crippling auto wreck.

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