California Injury Lawyer Blog

One Killed in Lake Elsinore Motorcycle Accident

Thu, 17 May 2012 18:26:35 -0800

RIVERSIDE COUNTY - A man in his late 40s was killed in a tragic motorcycle collision this afternoon. The accident on Grape Street south of Railroad Canyon Road occurred at about 2:44 p.m. Thursday, The Press-Enterprise reports. The male motorcyclist, whose name was not released, was reported to have died at the scene. All individuals involved in the incident are currently cooperating with police. Further details regarding the accident were not available at this time.

Lake Elsinore Accident Liability

It is difficult to make the determination as to who is responsible for the crash based on the brief information provided by news reports. Therefore, as police officials are investigating the May 17th accident, the family of the victim would be well-advised to contact a Lake Elsinore personal injury lawyer to discuss their legal rights. An experienced and knowledgeable attorney can help protect the families legal rights in a wrongful death claim, and hold the responsible party or parties liable for the tragic and unexpected loss of their loved one. Compensation in a civil claim can include and are not limited to funeral and burial expenses, anticipated earnings and benefits the victim would have made in his lifetime, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship.

4-Year-Old Boy on Bike Struck by Pickup Truck in Palm Desert

Mon, 14 May 2012 10:20:41 -0800

PALM DESERT - A 4-year-old boy was terribly injured after he was hit by a Toyota truck at about 8:40 p.m. Sunday in Palm Desert. The boy, who was with his mother at the time of incident, was crossing on his bicycle when he was struck by an eastbound pickup truck that ran a red light at the Fred Waring Drive and San Pablo Avenue intersection, The Desert Sun reports. The boy was immediately taken to an area hospital with moderate to major injuries. Palm Desert police determined alcohol was not involved in the pedestrian accident. And no reports were released if the driver was cited or arrested.

Cause of the Palm Desert Pedestrian Accident

Police officials have not confirmed what caused the driver to run a red light and hit the child in a Palm Desert crosswalk. It is also not evident whether distracted driving caused or contributed to this horrible May 13th accident. But, if news accounts provided by The Desert Sun is accurate, and if traffic lights were functioning correctly and roads were properly marked, the driver of the Toyota truck may be at fault for failing to stop at a red light.

Liability for Palm Desert Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrians, no matter at what age the individual may be, can suffer injuries and death after being hit by a vehicle. However, children and the elderly are highly more vulnerable to sustaining serious injuries. Therefore, following a devastating car vs. pedestrian accident, the family of the child would be well-advised to speak to an experienced and knowlegeable Palm Desert personal injury lawyer regarding their legal rights in a civil claim. If authorities conclude that the accident was due to driver negligence, an Estey Bomberger attorney can help protect the family's legal rights by holding the party civilly and financially responsible for the child's hospital and medical care expenses, pain and suffering, and other related damages.

Three Killed in Wrong Way Crash along Interstate 15 in Eastvale

Sun, 13 May 2012 21:40:34 -0800

RIVERSIDE COUNTY -- Three people were tragically killed Sunday following a head-on collision in Eastvale. According to CHP officials, a 2001 Jeep Cherokee traveling north on the southbound lanes of Interstate 15 near 68th Street, slammed head-on into a 2012 Honda Fit carrying two occupants at about 1:40 a.m.

The driver and the passenger of the Honda were pronounced dead at the scene, and the driver of the SUV, 23-year-old Nicholas Perez of Corona was taken to Corona Regional Medical Center where he later died due to his injuries, The Press-Enterprise reports. Identities of the occupants of the Honda were not released.

Information provided by news sources did not clearly indicate what caused the driver of the sport utility vehicle to be traveling on the wrong side of the freeway. Therefore, while the California Highway Patrol is investigating the accident, the families of the victims killed in this horrific and tragic accident would be well-advised to contact an experienced Riverside car accident lawyer. An attorney who has helped numerous families in wrongful death claims regarding their loved ones, can protect the legal rights of the families of the victims in this May 13th accident, and ensure they recover the maximum compensation for funeral and burial expenses, lost wages, loss of love, support, care, affection, and companionship.

Driver Killed When Metal Object Slams Through Windshield on Highway 55

Sat, 12 May 2012 15:42:23 -0800

TUSTIN - A 60-year-old male driver was tragically killed in Tustin Friday after a metal object crashed through his windshield and struck him in the head. According to The Orange County Register, William Donovan of Irvine, was driving his Toyota north on state Route 55 south of McFadden Avenue when a metal object possibly coming from another vehicle, slammed through his windshield and severely injured him.

Following the accident, Donovan was taken to Western Medical Center in Santa Ana, where he later died from major head injuries. Authorities are asking anyone with information pertaining to this fatal May 11th incident to call (714)567-6000.

Orange County Accident Liability

In a tragic and unexpected situation such as this one, the death of a beloved family member can be devastating and heartbreaking. Therefore after a fatal accident, a compassionate attorney, can help the family understand and protect their legal rights, if they intend to pursue a wrongful death claim, and advise the best course of action in recovering compensation. While there is no monetary compensation that can change what happened, an experienced Orange County personal injury lawyer from Estey Bomberger can ensure that once the party responsible is identified by authorities, he or she is held civilly and financially liable for funeral and burial expenses, lost earnings, loss of love, care, support, affection, and companionship.

Passenger of Motorcycle Killed in State Route 79 Crash in San Jacinto

Tue, 08 May 2012 02:44:56 -0800

SAN JACINTO - A woman was killed following a terrible single-motorcycle accident near Gillman Springs Road in San Jacinto. The Monday crash happened around 2 p.m. when the driver of a 2003 Harley Davidson was traveling at "a high rate of speed" on the northbound lanes of state Route 79, and then lost control on a curve on the roadway, Southwest Riverside News Network reports.

A 48-year-old female passenger on the bike was ejected and suffered fatal injures after the wreck. The driver, Thomas Donohoe, 69, of Hemet, sustained minor injuries. Alcohol or drugs was not believed to be a factor in the crash. However, CHP Officer Darren Meyer indicated Donohoe was operating the motorcycle with an instructional permit and not a motorcycle license.

UPDATE: The Riverside Sheriff-Coroner's office released the name of the female killed in this tragic crash. She has been identified as 48-year-old Suzanne Randa of Hemet.

Fatal San Jacinto Motorcycle Accident Liability

Operating a motorcycle with an instructional permit prohibits the carrying of passengers. Under the California Vehicle Code Section 12509.5(c): "A person issued an instruction permit shall not operate a two-wheel motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, motorized bicycle or scooter, while carrying any passenger except a passenger that is a licensed instructor or qualified instructor."

Therefore, in situations such as this one, the family of the victim would be well-advised to speak to a San Jacinto accident lawyer. If the family intends to take action in a wrongful claim, a truly dedicated and caring attorney at Estey Bomberger can help the family protect their legal rights. While there is no amount of money that can change what has tragically happened, an attorney can provide the assistance in recovering the maximum compensation for any financial burdens this may have placed on the victim's family, including funeral and burial expenses, loss of love, care, moral support, and companionship.

Toddler Struck by Car in Perris

Tue, 08 May 2012 02:32:57 -0800

RIVERSIDE COUNTY - A 2-year-old girl who was horribly struck by a car Saturday in Perris has tragically died due to her injuries, The Press-Enterprise reports. The girl, Genesis Irene Hernandez of Ontario was hit by a Honda Accord at about 6:20 p.m. in the 1700 block of El Nido. Hernandez was reported to be behind the vehicle when the car was backing out. She was taken to hospital following the accident. Hernandez later died at Riverside County Regional Medical Center in Moreno Valley late Sunday morning. The driver, Martha Florez, 57, of Perris, was not arrested or cited. The accident is being investigated by local law enforcement.

Liability for Pedestrian Accidents involving Children

Following a heartbreaking tragedy such as this one, the family of the child would be well-advised to contact a Perris personal injury lawyer regarding this May 5th pedestrian accident. While the cause of the fatal collision has not been officially determined by authorities, a compassionate attorney can help the family understand and protect their legal in a wrongful death claim, hire and work with highly skilled independent investigators to determine who should be held accountable, and ensure they recover the maximum compensation for their tragic and unexpected loss.

Motorcyclist Injured in Highway 17 Crash Near Los Gatos

Mon, 07 May 2012 13:26:59 -0800

SANTA CLARA COUNTY - A motorcyclist was injured Monday morning in a crash on Highway 17, the Los Gatos Patch reported. The collision, which involved a Harley Davidson motorcycle and a Honda, was reported at 7:07 a.m. at Highway 17 and Summit Road. The motorcyclist was injured and transported to Valley Medical Center in San Jose. Further details about the cause of the May 7th crash were not available. The cause of the accident is under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.

Car vs. Motorcycle Crash Injury Liability

Because very few details were provided about this accident, it is impossible to determine why this crash occurred. If the investigation reveals the driver of the vehicle caused or contributed to the collision, the injured motorcyclist may be entitled to compensation in a personal injury claim. Following a car vs. motorcycle injury accident such as this one, where the cause is unclear, the victim or his family members would be well-advised to contact an experienced and knowledgeable California motorcycle accident lawyer who can advise the best course of action following this accident. Damages obtained in a personal injury claim may include medical care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other related expenses.

Elderly Pedestrian Struck and Killed by SUV in Visalia

Mon, 07 May 2012 10:10:16 -0800

TULARE COUNTY -- According to the Fresno Bee and Visalia Times-Delta, an 81-year-old man was fatally struck by a vehicle Sunday night in Visalia. The accident was reported about 9:20 p.m. when Porboun See was hit by an SUV while attempting to cross at the intersection of Dinuba Boulevard and Harold Avenue. See was then taken to Kaweah Delta District Hospital, where he was tragically pronounced dead. No further information was released if the driver of the sport utility vehicle, Xee Xiong, 20, was injured, cited, or arrested.

Liability for Visalia Pedestrian Accidents

Losing a loved one in a tragic and unexpected accident such as this one can be devastating for the family of the victim. While the brief information that was provided by news reports does not clearly indicate who may be at fault, the victim's family would be well-advised to seek immediate consultation from a Visalia times accident lawyer. A caring attorney who has handled pedestrian accidents like this, can protect the family's legal rights in a wrongful death claim, and do everything possible to ensure the family's financial concerns will be handled professionally and compassionately. Compensation in a civil claim can include funeral and burial expenses, lost earnings, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship, and other related damages in this May 6th car vs. pedestrian accident.

Rollover Crash in Menifee Leaves One Critically Injured

Sun, 06 May 2012 21:55:00 -0800

RIVERSIDE COUNTY - A horrible solo-vehicle accident occurred in Menifee at about 11:50 p.m. Saturday night. According to The Press-Enterprise, the driver of the Chevrolet pickup - Willam Johnson, 19, of Menifee - was driving at "a high rate of speed" along the 26200 block of Garboni Road and lost control of the vehicle. The pickup then overturned, ejected two teen passengers, and left one pinned underneath the pickup. After the accident, one passenger sustained moderate injuries, the other remains in critical condition, and Johnson was reported to be uninjured. The victims were then taken to a hospital for treatment.

Menifee Car Accident Liability

Following a situation such as this one, the victims or family members of the victims would be well-advised to speak to an experienced Menifee personal injury lawyer. While police officials are investigating this May 5th car accident, an attorney can advise the victims or their family of their legal rights when pursuing a personal injury claim and, decide the best course of action in recovering compensation for medical care expenses, lost earnings, and any pain or suffering they sustained in this devastating auto accident. If authorities do come to a conclusion that the accident was due to excessive speeding, the driver can be held civilly and financially liable for the resulting damages.

Cyclist Struck and Killed by Car in Santa Cruz on Highway 1

Sat, 05 May 2012 22:46:51 -0800

SANTA CRUZ -- According to NBC Bay Area News, a cyclist was fatally struck by a motorist on a Santa Cruz highway. The accident was reported at about 10:40 a.m. Saturday, when the male cyclist was struck by a vehicle while riding north on Highway 1 south of Coast Road. The vehicle, which police describe as a possible 1999 to 2002 green model sedan or small sport utility vehicle with front-end damage, left the scene before authorities arrived.

The cyclist, whose name was not released but believed to be around the age of 50, was found 12 hours later when another bicyclist spotted the man's body, his severely damaged bike, and his dog. The dog was reported not to be injured in the dreadful collision.

Cause of the Fatal Hit-and-Run Collision

It is not clear why the driver hit the bicyclist or why he or she did not stop following the crash. Under the California Vehicle Code Section 20001(a): "The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to a person, other than himself or herself, or in the death of a person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident." Anyone who witnessed the collision, has information about the accident or the driver, should call CHP officers M. Contreras and S. Jackson at (831) 662-0511.

Hit-and-Run Bicycle Accident Liability

While law enforcement officials are investigating the accident and searching for the driver involved, the family of the victim would be well-advised to speak to a Santa Cruz personal injury lawyer regarding their rights in a wrongful death claim. An aggressive attorney experienced in hit-and-run accidents, can keep up with the investigation and aid police in locating the driver.

In the event the driver cannot be found, an attorney can help the victim's family protect their legal rights by recovering the maximum compensation through the victim's insurance, if he has one. Compensation in a tragic and fatal accident such as this one May 5th, can include funeral and burial expenses, anticipated lifetime earnings and benefits, loss of love, care, support and companionship.

Two Seriously Injured in Fatal Fresno Car Accident

Fri, 04 May 2012 20:33:12 -0800

FRESNO - A tragic collision west of Fresno left one person dead and two others injured this morning. According to the Fresno Bee, a Chevrolet pickup driven by Stanley Martin, 58, of Fresno, veered from the eastbound lane of Shaw Avenue to the westbound lane and struck a Toyota Tacoma head-on. Following the accident, Martin was reported to have died at the scene, and the occupants in the Toyota were taken to Community Regional Medical Center with major injuries.

The crash that took place just west of Westlawn Avenue is being investigated by the
California Highway Patrol.

Liability for Fresno Head-On Collisions

Based on the limited information from the Fresno Bee, it is not evident whether factors such as speed, alcohol/drugs, negligence, distracted driving, or vehicle malfunctions caused or contributed to the accident. Thus, after a devastating crash such as this one, the victims or family members of the victims would be well-advised to seek a Fresno personal injury attorney. An attorney experienced in head-on collisions can help protect the legal rights of the victims by determining who may be responsible and financially liable, along with recovering the compensation they are entitled for the horrible damages that resulted from this May 4th car accident.

Injuries Reported in Downtown Los Angeles Freeway Crash

Wed, 02 May 2012 11:54:56 -0800

LOS ANGELES - A collision involving four vehicles occurred early Wednesday morning, leaving several people injured, the Press-Telegram reported. The multi-car crash happened in the southbound lanes of I-5 near downtown Los Angeles at about 4:43 a.m. Four lanes of the freeway were closed for about an hour, according to the CHP. Further details about the May 2nd crash or the victims' injuries were not immediately available.

Multi-Car Crash Personal Injury Liability

Determining fault for a multiple vehicle crash can be complex and is often disputed by insurance companies. Following a multiple car injury accident such as this crash on the Golden State Freeway, injured victims are well-advised to contact a knowledgeable and skilled Los Angeles personal injury lawyer. An experienced car accident attorney can ensure the victims' legal rights are protected, and that the responsible parties are held accountable for medical care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages.

Woman Struck and Killed on White Lane in Bakersfield

Wed, 02 May 2012 10:08:09 -0800

BAKERSFIELD - A 50-year-old woman died Monday after she was struck by a Ford Explorer on White Lane, the Bakersfield Californian reported. The fatal Bakersfield pedestrian accident happened in the eastbound lanes of the 2000 block of White Lane, near railroad tracks between Hughes Lane and South H Street. According to KGET News, a green Ford Explorer driven by 24-year-old Desiree Comstock was travelling eastbound on White Lane when it struck the woman, who still hasn't been identified. One witness said Comstock tried to leave the scene, but ended up returning to the scene to wait for police. Alcohol was not suspected to play a role in the crash. The cause of the incident remains under investigation.

Fault and Wrongful Death Liability

Police are surely looking into whether the 24-year-old driver was distracted, not paying attention, or speeding when the collision occurred. If it is determined that the driver could have prevented striking the women, the she may be found at fault and could be held liable for the victim's wrongful death. Following a collision such as this one, an experienced Bakersfield wrongful death lawyer will be able to review the circumstances and determine if further investigation or legal action is advisable. An attorney can also determine if a dangerous roadway condition could have played a role, in which case the city or government agency responsible for the maintenance of the roadway could be liable.

Four Injured in Palm Desert Intersection Accident

Wed, 02 May 2012 09:39:49 -0800

RIVERSIDE COUNTY - According to The Desert Sun, a three-vehicle accident hospitalized four people Tuesday in Palm Desert. The horrible crash was reported around 6:40 p.m. at the intersection of Monterey Avenue and Gerald Ford Drive when a white Lexus SUV struck another vehicle. It is unknown how a third vehicle was involved. The individuals involved in the wreck were taken to Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs and the Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage for further treatment. The Riverside County Sheriff's Department is investigating the cause of the accident.

Palm Desert Car Accident Liability

After a situation like this one on May 1st, the victims or the victims' families would be well-advised to seek a skilled Palm Desert personal injury lawyer who is willing and dedicated to protect the victims legal rights. While it is not clear whether negligence, distracted driving, or speed was a factor in the collision, an attorney has the ability to hire an independent investigator to help determine who may be responsible for the accident and liable for the resulting damages. An experienced attorney can also advise the victims the best course of action in recovering compensation for medical care expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Highway 74 Motorcycle Wreck in Palm Desert Injures Three

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 15:33:04 -0800

RIVERSIDE COUNTY -- Three people were injured after they were involved in a motorcycle crash on Highway 74. The collision involved two motorcycles and occurred at about 1:50 p.m. Saturday on Highway 74, just south of Palm Desert. Following the accident, one individual sustained moderate injuries and two suffered unspecified injuries. All three individuals were transported to Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs. Further information regarding this devastating incident was not immediately available.

Liability for Palm Desert Motorcycle Accidents

Based on the limited information provided by The Desert Sun, it is not evident what caused the accident or who is at fault. Therefore, while the April 28th accident is being investigated by the CHP, the injured victims would be well-advised to contact a Palm Desert personal injury lawyer. An attorney experienced in motorcycle accidents, can advise the victims of their legal rights and help determine who may responsible for the collision. If for any reason the victims are unable to reach an attorney due to hospitalization, family members are advised to seek one on their behalf as the victims be entitled to compensation for their injuries, medical care expenses, lost wages, physical and emotional pain, and other related damages.