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Woman Injured after Hitting Church Pillar

An accident in Breas today resulted in injury after a woman crashed her car into the pillar of a church.  The accident happened when the  driver’s white Ford Escort struck a curb at around 10:40 a.m.   and flew into the pillar.  The Brea congregational Church at 300 E. Imperial Highway suffered no real structural damage.  Although not seriously hurt,  the woman was taken to the UCI Medical Center for injuries to her  face.  No one else was hurt in the incident.

When a solo vehicle accident occurs, there can be  many reasons for it.  As stated in previous posts, it is often a knee jerk reaction to blame the car driver immediately.  While driver error can account for some solo car accidents, many can happened due to  defective auto parts. When this occurs, accident victims can seek due recourse in court.

If you or beloved family member has been injured in a car accident, you can purse the guilty party via a  personal injury lawsuit.

Contact the law offices of Slaughter and Slaughter today to learn how you can receive  the compensation you require after a devastating car accident leaves you and your family’s future in  financial  jeopardy.

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Deadly SoCal Crash Prompts Toyota Inspections

A fiery crash that killed four family members in San Diego County prompted Toyota to look into the possibility that mismatched floor mats were the culprit.  A memorandum sent to 1400 Toyota and Lexus auto dealerships this past Tuesday, Toyota told employees to inspect their vehicles for  mats which may have snagged the gas pedal on a runaway Lexus.  They also warned concerned customers to check their floor mats to make sure they were properly secured.

Tragic Results from Unlikely Malfunction

Mark Saylor, 45,  Mark Saylor  his wife, Cleofe, 45; their daughter, Mahala, 13; and Saylor’s brother-in-law, Chris Lastrella, 38 were all killed Aug. 28 on State Route 125 in Santee, a town near San Diego. The vehicle was doing more than 120 mph when it hit a sport utility vehicle, launched off an embankment, rolled several times and burst into flames.  The SUV driver was relatively unharmed and treated for moderate injuries.

Lastrella was able to place a 911 call a minute or so before the crash to say the vehicle had no brakes and the accelerator was stuck.  The family was in a 2009 Lexus ES 350 that was loaned by a dealer, Bob Baker Lexus El Cajon, while their  auto was being serviced.

Determining Fault in a Horrific Scenario

Investigators   were able to determine that a rubber all-weather floor mat wreckage was a couple of inches longer than the mat that originally belonged in the vehicle.  They believed it snared or covered the accelerator pedal so that it was unable to function properly.

In 2007, the company did recall all-weather mats from a few of its Lexus ES 350s and Toyota Camrys after complaints that they could slip and trap the accelerator.

Product Liability Litigation and Accountability

Toyota and other automakers have to make sure that their automobiles are safe for people to drive.  This means more than checking to see if the tires are inflated or that the car does not rollover. Every element of the design has to be put into consideration.

As they have had a similar issue in the past they should be more than well aware of the hazards of mismatched floors.  Because they failed to protect the consumer they could be open for a legitimate product liability lawsuit from surviving loved ones.

Slaughter and Slaughter can help

No one should lose a loved on in such a horrific manner.  If you have lost a relative in a similar accident you have the right as well as the ability to pursue wrongful death litigation.

Contact the law office of Slaughter and Slaughter  for a free consultation and find out more about product liability  and other related legal options today.

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Little Known Fact—Bicycle Accidents Can Kill

With so much concentration on car, truck and motorcycle accidents, people could well forget that riding an innocuous bicycle may also result in serious and even fatal injury.

Although not as prevalent as car or commercial vehicle collisions, bicycle accidents can and do happen with a frequency that may astound some.

What Bike Statistics Indicate

National bicycle accident statistics show that an alarming amount of injuries are incurred annually from bicycle related accidents, in fact:

  • 1 million children, many under the age of 16 are seriously hurt each year in bicycle related accidents;
  • Head injuries account for about 75% of all serious injuries and fatalities from bicycle accidents
  • Additionally, cyclist can be fatally injured in auto to bicycle collisions.  In 2008 alone, 716 bicyclists were killed in traffic accidents.  Such collisions account for only 1/3rd of all bicycle accidents but produce the majority of bike related deaths and crippling injury.

In many of these scenarios, riders were not at fault.

The injured cyclist or  surviving family members should consult with an experienced bicycle accident lawyer who can properly study and examine the case and determine what causes of action may be available to you.  In bicycle accident cases, product liability litigation against the company that made the defective bicycle or gear may be a possibility.

Recent Bicycle Accident Case in Point

A recent  fatal bike accident in Huntington Beach stymied investigators and left a community reeling. It involved  67-year old Kevin Petrimoulx, who was killed just after 1 p.m. Sunday, a day after he fell of his bike while riding through his neighborhood.

Petrimoulx suffered from head injuries after crashing his bike at Greentree Lane south of Warner Avenue.

Although not wearing a helmet,  the exact cause of the bike accident are unclear as no one had witnessed the actual event.  Petrimoulx was found by passerby who noticed he was lying unconscious on the ground.

Unclear Circumstances

In such a situation it can be very difficult to ascertain what occurred.  Did a car brush by him causing him to lose control?  Did the brakes on the bicycle lock up suddenly and inexplicably, making the man fall and hit his head on the ground?

Investigators will slowly begin to piece the puzzle together and when they do they could just as likely find that faulty bike parts caused the calamity.  Even though he was not wearing helmet, grieving family members may be able to pursue a product liability lawsuit against the bike manufacturer if this is the case.

Why Litigation in a Bicycle Accident Case?

The bike itself should function properly no matter what and there is no guarantee that a helmet would have saved the man’s life.  Persuing litigation will give you the ability to find out exactly what happened, how it happened, the past and future harms and allow you to present your case in a manner so that it is being prepared for trial.  An experience bicycle accident law firm will hire expert witnesses, doctors, engineers, accident reconstructionist, vocational rehabilitation counselors who will testify in your case.

An Experienced Personal Injury Attorney can help

At Slaughter and Slaughter we understand the complex nature of bicycle accident cases. What could look and feel as if it is cut and dry can often times be the very opposite.  We have successfully handled numerous contested liability and serious injury bicycle accident cases.

Call us today  toll free at 888.222.8286 or 310.882.6810 for a free case review.  Our personal injury attorneys will go over your personal injury claim and answer any questions or concerns you may have.

When a loved one is injured seriously or dies needlessly there are ways to obtain justice.  Contact our law office today and receive the financial reparation and emotional satisfaction you need after a loved one is senselessly take away from you.

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Traffic Fatalities and Wrongful Death

Annually, there are some 50, 000 motor vehicle accidents that result in fatalities.  Of these wrecks, a whopping 41 percent are DUI related. With these kinds of numbers, it is easy to see why the leading cause of death for Americans aged 3-33 since 2002 has been  injuries sustained in auto wrecks.

These disturbing statistics also  indicate that you or someone you know will most likely be injured in a car crash, but the chilling facts don’t end there.  Your loved one could succumb to their injuries and die, either at the scene or after lingering for some time in the hospital.

The most troubling aspect of these numbers however, is that the accident would have occurred due to driver negligence, in fact, 98% of car accidents  are caused by driver error on one or both of the motorist’s part.

Faulty car parts dangerous road design, bad lighting and hard to read hazard signs can also contribute to an accident and could be a likely culprit in a solo car wreck.

Why Determining Legal Liability is Important

After a fatal car accident, investigators will try to ascertain what transpired and why.    This investigation will lead to the answers that surviving family members most likely have been waiting for.  Should the investigation reveal that someone else was negligent, i.e., at fault for thier loved ones demise, they could pursue wrongful death litigation against the guilty party.

Wrongful death lawsuits

Wrongful death cases often involve a clear cut scenario that leads to the victim’s death.  For example, the case could center around distracted or intoxicated driver who was criminally negligent and is thus accountable for your family member’s death.  In the case of automotive failure due to faulty vehicle parts, a product liability case could be filed against the car manufacturer under a wrongful death heading.

Indeed, there are a number of situations that could fall under wrongful death. That is why those who have lost valued family members in a car accident should investigate the cause of the wreck.  If fault outside of the deceased  is determined, they could then look into the prospect of filing a wrongful death claim.

We can help

At Slaughter and Slaughter we know the emotional upheaval a sudden death can cause within a family.  Our compassionate and understanding lawyers will guide you though the legal process, explaining your rights and keeping you abreast of what is happening with your case.

We will also fight diligently to make sure you get the financial reparation you deserve.

Call the law offices of Slaughter and Slaughter today at 310.882.6810 or 888.222.8286 now and obtain a free legal consultation.  Protect your family and your rights.  Visit our wrongful death lawsuit center.

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Honda Hits Wall Injuring 2 and Killing 3

A solo car accident resulted in two major injuries and three fatalities when a Honda crashed into a wall in Irvine Thursday evening.  The tragedy happened at 11:30 p.m. on Shady Canyon east of Sunny Hill near a gated community.  Authorities arrived at the scene and found a 1993 Honda had collided into a brick wall bear the neighborhood’s guard shack.  One passenger was pronounced dead at the scene, while another died shortly after being delivered the hospital.
Three others remain hospitalized at local medial centers.  The names of the victims have not been released and investigators are still trying to establish a cause for the wreck.

As with any  solo accident there could be a number of reasons why the crash occurred.  The fact that DUI wasn’t mentioned is significant, possibly because it was already ruled out.  In any case,  factors involved in the wreck could  include automotive part malfunction.  If an auto manufacturer is the cause of the car accident, the relatives of the deceased as well as the injured victims can pursue them in court for financial compensation.

Do you need to learn more about product liability and wrongful death litigation as it relates to a vehicular accident?  Contact the law offices of Slaughter and Slaughter today for a free case review.  We will happily explain what your rights are in this regard and potentially aid you in receiving compensation for your injury or loss.

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Woman Struck by SUV in Mall Parkng Lot Dies

A pedestrian knock down accident in Cerritos resulted in a fatality after a 50-year-old Downey woman was struck by an SUV as she walked near the mall parking lot. The fateful occurrence unfolded at the Cerritos Towne Center shopping area at around 1:54 p.m.  after the driver of the SUV had apparently lost control of the vehicle and hit the woman near a grass median close to the mall.

The woman, whose name has not been revealed pending notification of family, was taken to La Palma Hospital where she was pronounced dead at 2:27 p.m. The driver has not been cited as an investigation into the incident is still pending.

With an investigation still in the works it is difficult to say what happened, but it can be noted that the driver of the SUV lost control.  If this was caused by faulty auto parts, the woman’s family can sue the auto maker for wrongful death under product liability laws.  If it was due to driver error or negligence, they can sue the driver for wrongful death as well.  Has someone you loved been taken from you because of a car accident?   Contact us today to learn more about your legal options today—you may be entitled to financial reparation for your loss.

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Pick-Up Truck Overturns on Freeway after hitting Wall

In Orange County today a truck slammed into a wall and overturned  in the northbound lanes of Clara Avenue this morning.  The California Highway Patrol was called to the scene at around 6:47 a.m.  where they learned f rom witnesses that  the white Ford Ranger swerved from the No. 1 lane to the slow lane and overturned.  The driver of the truck, a male, was also seen receiving  assistance from a passerby as he laid beside his truck on the ground.  The driver  was taken to the hospital for injuries but the extent of them are not known.  Two lanes of the 55 were also blocked so road crews could flip the truck over.

The man may have been seriously hurt if someone had to render aid on the scene.  This could mean that family and friends will  receive word that their beloved family member has been injured and they will want answers.  An investigation into the matter may indicate  that the truck went out of control for a number of reasons.  Among them is the very real possibility of a defective auto part.

If you or a loved one has been injured due to an automakers inability to proved safe transportation to consumers, you may have grounds for a product liability lawsuit.  When in doubt, contact our law law offices for a free consultation.  By speaking with an expert personal injury lawyer, you can learn if you are entiteld to financial compensation for your injuries.  Get in the know by calling one of our  knowledgeable product liability attorneys today and receive the fianancial reparation you will need for mounting medical costs, lost wages and pain and suffering.

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Man Hit by Train after Car Goes off 91

A Yorba Linda man was killed after his sedan veered off the 91 highway,  rolled down a 30-foot embankment and was subsequently hit by a train.  62-year-old victim, Mark Carter was driving westbound on 91 around 5:45 p.m. Monday afternoon when his 2007 BMW swerved from the left lanes onto the right shoulder.  The car then hit 50 feet of guardrail before tumbling down the embankment and landing on a Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad track.  An oncoming train hit the passenger side of the car.  Carter died at the scene at 6:03 p.m.

Family and friends are sure to be astounded and saddened by this man’s death as investigators probe the matter and try to see what happened.  Usually, when a car swerves for no apparent reason it can be indicative of a problem.  If alcohol was not involved, a sudden medical condition like a heart attack could be the issue.  The possibility that the car had defective auto parts in them is another potential problem.

If the family leans that faulty wiring, breaks or engine parts caused the wreck they can sue the automaker under product liability laws.  Has someone you loved one been killed in a similar manner?  Then contact the law offices of Slaughter and Slaughter today at  888.222.8286 and speak with one of our knowledgable product liability and/or wrongful death lawyers. The consultation is free and you could be well on your way to providing the victim the justice they deserve after their untimely demise.

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Man Chokes on Soda and Crashes into Tree

In what almost sounds like a News of the Weird clip, a man choked on a gulp of soda while driving, passed out and hit a tree.  The freak traffic accident occurred in San Juan Capistrano on the Ortega Highway just east of Antonia parkway around 10:15 a.m. The man had been driving a red compact Subaru when he took a sip from his drink and choked.  He then reportedly grew unconscious and drove off the roadway, crashing into a wire fence before striking the tree.

The unidentified man sustained an apparent broken collar bone cuts and scrapes and was taken to Mission Hospital.

Although this unfortunate solo car accident happened due to a freak occurrence, there are far too many that can be traced to faulty auto parts.  When this happens, the injured party or their family members can file a product liability lawsuit against the car’s manufacturer.  Such a lawsuit usually maintains that the vehicle’s maker showed negligence by putting an automobile in the road that was dangerously constructed.  If a car has malfunctioned and  caused you injury you can file a personal injury lawsuit under product liability laws. Call us today to learn more about your rights in this regard and see if you are entitled to financial compensation for your injuries.

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Long Beach Man killed in Crash on Crenshaw Blvd.

A crash on Crenshaw Boulevard ended in a fatality on Tuesday when a car struck a tree near the ExxonMobil refinery in Torrance.  The Impact of the car accident was so severe that it nearly split the vehicle in two.  The 34-year-old victim, Ector Louis Gonzales, was headed south on Crenshaw in his 2006 Nissan Sentra when he smashed into a median just north of Del Amo Boulevard.  The crash was reported at 2:55 p.m. and shut down Del Amo and 190th street as police tried to investigate the scene.

Most would consider this an open and shut case of an errant driver who met a sad end.  Family members of the deceased should look much deeper, as some solo car accidents could be caused by defective auto parts.  Something like the brakes failing or the steering wheel malfunctioning could have contributed to the man’s demise.  If this is found to be the case, relatives could sue the automaker via product liability and wrongful death lawsuit.

If a loved one died in an accidnet and a faulty car part was the culprit, you can do the same.  Call us today to find out what you can do after a car accident takes away your loved one.

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