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Shooting On Freeway Injures One Comments Off

According to news sources, a man was shot on the Interstate 10 freeway today, resulting in the complete closure of all westbound lanes on the freeway between California and Alabama.

Drivers were stuck in heavy traffic when Redlands Police and California Highway Patrol responding to a reported shooting on the Interstate 10 closed off westbound lanes to investigate the incident.

The police were reportedly responding to a report they received about a victim being shot next to the gas station at the California exit.

The victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment of his gun shot wound. He reportedly underwent surgery this morning and is reportedly in stable condition.

The police and the highway patrol re-opened the closed off lanes less than an hour later. They are currently continuing the search for the suspect.

As a Berlingame personal injury attorney, I wish all the man injured in this accident a speedy and complete recovery. I advise you never to leave the scene of an accident. If you or someone you care about has been injured in a car accident, I urge you to contact Berlingame car accident lawyer to help you understand the best legal proceedings for your situation.

Posted on: 09-16-2011
Posted in: News, personal injury, Safety

Teenage Girls In Serious Injury Car Crash Comments Off

Two 16-year-old girls were seriously injured after their vehicle swerved out of control and veered off the road, according to news sources.

The girls were traveling in a Toyota on Balfour Road when according to a California Highway Patrol officer their car veered off of the roadway.

The driver, a 16-year-old resident of Brentwood, reportedly attempted to gain back control of her vehicle but instead ended up crossing through both directions of traffic before finally hitting a pole.

The driver of the vehicle reportedly sustained serious head injuries and broken bones. The passenger suffered reported broken bones as well as possible internal injuries. Both were transported to an area hospital for treatment.

As a personal injury lawyer I wish all those injured in this accident a complete and full recovery. In my line of work, I am familiar with accidents of this tragic nature. I advise you never to leave the scene of an accident. If you veer off the side of the road do not panic and overcompensate your steering. When behind the wheel always prepare for the unexpected to occur and leave yourself a way out in case of emergency. If you or a loved one were hurt in an auto crash, speak with a Roseville car accident lawyer to discuss your legal options.

Posted on: 09-16-2011
Posted in: accident injury, personal injury, teenage driving

Truck Collision Causes Major Delays Comments Off

A big rig truck has collided with three other vehicles on Interstate 580, causing major delays, according to news sources.

Witnesses have reportedly told the California Highway Patrol that the big rig driver was on the right hand lane when he started sliding leftwards, striking a Mazda to his right and then crashing into two other vehicles on the left lanes.

The collision with the truck caused the Mazda to break away from the road and crash into a BART track. The vehicle was not on the track. The accident caused delays to the train schedule since trains were restricted to use just one track.

The driver of the big rig truck was seriously injured in the crash and transported to an area hospital. Two other people were treated for minor injuries.

As a personal injury lawyer, I wish all those injured in this accident a speedy and complete recovery. I advise you never to leave the scene of an accident. If you or someone you care about has been injured in a car accident, I urge you to contact Berlingame personal injury attorney to help you understand the best legal proceedings for your situation.

Posted on: 09-16-2011
Posted in: accident injury, Big Rig Accident, personal injury

Woman Dies In Fatal Alpine Car Crash Comments Off

According to news sources, an 84-year-old woman was killed Thursday in a car crash near Alpine Boulevard.

According to a California Highway Patrol officer the woman was driving a 2005 Ford Focus and reportedly making a turn outside of a private driveway. The turn caused her to be in the path of an incoming Ford pickup truck, which collided with her vehicle.

The driver of the pickup truck, a 45-year-old man, reportedly tried to swerve and avoid collision with the vehicle however was unsuccessful and collided with the car.

The woman was pronounced dead at the scene. Her husband sustained serious injuries and was transported to an area hospital.

As a Sacramento car accident lawyer, I offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased. In my line of work, I am familiar with accidents of this tragic nature.  I encourage drivers to pay attention to the road at all times. If you or someone you care about has been struck by a car and believe the conditions that caused it were the fault of another party, I encourage you to contact a personal injury lawyer to help you proceed legally.

Posted on: 09-16-2011
Posted in: accident injury, personal injury, Truck Accident

CHP Revised Findings In Cycling Accident Comments Off

According to news sources, the California Highway Patrol has revised its findings in an accident that occurred almost a year ago between a big rig and a cyclist.

The incident occurred last November when a a big rig truck collided with a female cyclist, resulting in her death at the scene of the accident.

Investigators however have reportedly conducted additional forensics analysis  during the past year and reconstructed the events of that day according to a CHP spokesperson. The result is that their findings changed.

The CHP has determined that the woman had not fallen over at the time of the accident, in fact they reportedly claim that her bike was in an upright position at the time of the collision.

As a Berlingame car accident lawyer, I offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased. In my line of work, I am familiar with accidents of this tragic nature.  I encourage drivers to pay attention to the road at all times. If you or someone you care about has been struck by a car and believe the conditions that caused it were the fault of another party, I encourage you to contact a personal injury lawyer to help you proceed legally.

Posted on: 09-16-2011
Posted in: Bicycle Accident, Big Rig Accident, personal injury

Border Crossing Collapse Injures 11 Comments Off

According to news sources, traffic at the San Ysidro crossing between San Diego and Tijuana, Mexico slowed down immensely as a result of a structural collapse that injured 11 people.

The busiest border crossing in the U.S was reportedly ground to a halt after construction on a section of scaffold designed to keep cars safe from overhead construction collapsed. The collapse reportedly covered 15 vehicles directly underneath it in debris, leaving 10 travelers with minor injuries and a construction worker suffering from major injuries.

Vehicle and pedestrian traffic has reportedly resumed at a snails pace a day after the incident, with only 13 of the 24 vehicle lanes re-opened.

Investigators from the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration were investigating the cause of the incident.

As a personal injury lawyer law firm, I wish all those injured in this terrible accident a complete and speedy recovery. In my line of work, I am familiar with accidents of this tragic nature. If you or someone you care about has been involved in a construction related accident and believe the conditions that caused it were the fault of another party, I encourage you to contact a San Jose personal injury attorney to help you proceed legally.

Posted on: 09-16-2011
Posted in: accident injury, construction accident, personal injury

Driver Smashes Car Into Bicycle Store Comments Off

According to news sources, an 86-year-old woman drove her car into a bicycle store in Southern California, injuring three people who were inside the store at the time of the incident.

The woman had apparently hit the gas instead of hitting the brakes while parking in a handicap parking spot in front of the store, a spokesperson for the Orange County Sheriff said. Her car, a Cadillac Deville, was reportedly traveling at around 40 miles per hour when it struck the shop.

Three people who were reportedly inside the store at the time sustained minor injuries as a result of the accident. The woman driving the car was not injured.

The manager of the store reportedly claimed that the car had missed a few customers in the store by just merely inches.

The woman was reportedly not cited for the accident.

As a Berlingame personal injury attorney, I wish that all those injured in this accident a complete and speedy recovery. If you or someone you care about has been struck by a car and believe the conditions that caused it were the fault of another party, I encourage you to contact a personal injury lawyer to help you proceed legally.

Posted on: 09-15-2011
Posted in: accident injury, car crash, personal injury

Pedestrian Suffering Major Injuries After Being Hit By Car Comments Off

According to news sources, a pedestrian attempting to cross Pleasant Grove Road was severely injured when he was struck by a vehicle traveling on the same road last night.

A press release put out by the California Highway Patrol claimed that the 64-year-old was crossing the road last night when he was struck by a 2010 silver colored Honda Civic car, sustaining major injuries to the head and his chest while also breaking some of his limbs.

The driver of the vehicle, a 49-year-old, was driving on Pleasant Grove Road at about 5:45 p.m when the accident occurred.

A medical team arrived at the scene of the crash and successfully managed to stabilize the mans condition before he was transported to an area hospital.

The road was reportedly re-opened 40 minutes or so after the incident occurred.

As a Berlingame car accident lawyer, I wish the man injured in this terrible accident a complete and speedy recovery. If you or someone you care about has been struck by a car and believe the conditions that caused it were the fault of another party, I encourage you to contact a personal injury lawyer to help you proceed legally.

Posted on: 09-15-2011
Posted in: accident injury, Pedestrian Accident, personal injury

Teen Suspected of DUI In Car Accident Comments Off

A young 17-year-old girl was allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol when she lost control of her vehicle, rolling multiple times and injuring all those inside the car, according to news sources.

The car was traveling on Lake Herman Road at about 10:45 a.m. when it veered off the road and overturned multiple times before finally coming to a stop in the midst of opposing traffic.

A man driving a car behind the vehicle swerved to avoid impact and managed to fully stop his car before it was hit by the overturning vehicle. He was not injured.

The girl was transported to an area hospital after sustaining major injuries. Passengers in the car with her at the time of the accident were also transported to a local hospital.

The girl has not been under arrest. However charges brought against her are currently pending in the Solano County District Attorney’s office.

As a Berlingame car accident lawyer, I urge you not to get behind the wheel if you’ve been drinking, as often the consequences to you, your loved ones, and to those around you can be much more serious than a DUI. If you have been injured in a car accident at the fault of someone else, contact a personal injury lawyer to help you as soon as possible.

Posted on: 09-15-2011
Posted in: Drinking and Driving, personal injury, teenage driving

Teenager Crashes Stolen Car Into Deli Comments Off

A young teenager was arrested when he stole a car and drove it into a market in San Rafael while allegedly being under the influence of alcohol, according to news sources.

The teenager was driving recklessly on Highway 101 when he was reported to police. A California Highway Patrol officer responded to the call and attempted to pull over the vehicle when the teenager reportedly signaled as though he were about to stop but suddenly sped off instead.

As the CHP officer followed in pursuit the teenager evidently lost control of the vehicle and crashed it into the market. An employee inside the market was stuck in the debris until the officer and people at the scene helped set him free.

The teenager then tried to bolt and make a run for it when he was surrounded by police and apprehended once again.

As a Roseville car accident lawyer, I urge you not to get behind the wheel if you’ve been drinking, as often the consequences to you, your loved ones, and to those around you can be much more serious than a DUI. If you have been injured in a car accident at the fault of someone else, contact a personal injury lawyer to help you as soon as possible.

Posted on: 09-15-2011
Posted in: Drinking and Driving, personal injury, teenage driving
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