A couple out for a fun-filled ride on his motorcycle the other day did not have the day they planned.
A Hemet man and his 48-year old female passenger were out for a ride when, for unknown reasons, he lost control. The passenger was thrown to her death.
It was reported that the motorcyclist was wearing an approved helmet, but his passenger was not. Officers believe the novelty helmet that she was wearing could have contributed to her death. In addition, the man only had an instructional permit and was prohibited from carrying passengers.
If a family member is killed as a result of another person’s negligent actions, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will investigate your case to determine if you are entitled to file a wrongful death lawsuit and be compensated for your loss and any expenses occurred because of it.
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Since gas prices have risen so high, there is an increasing popularity of a commuter bus as a main source of transportation for many.
Did you know that more than 60% of bus accident fatalities involve another vehicle and 25% involve a pedestrian? There are numerous reasons why a bus might be involved in an accident, including driver negligence, dangerous roads, rainy conditions, defective products or improper maintenance.
If you or a family member has been a victim of a bus accident, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will fight to make sure you receive full compensation for your losses.
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When an individual is involved in an accident, it is without a doubt that they look to the at-fault driver who caused the accident for recovery of damages and expenses.
Were you injured in an automobile accident where the at-fault driver did not have auto insurance? Or, were you injured in an automobile accident where the at-fault driver did not have enough insurance coverage to compensate you for your injuries?
If this is the case, do not get alarmed. You may still have an avenue of recovery through your own insurance policy. Your policy may have uninsured and/or underinsured motorist provisions. If you do, it can pay for injuries to you and any passengers.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident and the at-fault driver did not have adequate insurance, you can still recover for your losses. Contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will be able to leverage his or her experience into obtaining the full compensation you deserve.
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A motorcycle accident is not only devastating, but it can be brutal as well. Every year thousands of motorcyclists die or are severely injured. A motorcyclist can suffer a life-altering disability as a result of a crash.
In 2010, a Rancho Cucamonga teenager suffered horrific injuries from a motorcycle accident. He was found unconscious at the scene. Investigators are still not sure what caused his to crash – he does not remember and there were no witnesses. He sustained numerous injuries, including a traumatic brain injury, extensive nerve damage to his spine, arm and hand. He underwent nerve transfer surgery that took 7 hours and he remained in a coma for close to three weeks.
Today he is working hard to recover with physical therapy and speech therapy part of his daily routine. He is improving daily and can now drive himself to his doctor appointments; however, he still has limited movement in his arm and has trouble speaking. He is looking forward to getting back on a motorcycle one day.
Oftentimes, motorcycle injuries are tragic and result in long-term care, leaving the victim bedridden for months. If you are involved in a motorcycle accident, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will fight hard to get the compensation you deserve.
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Motorcyclists only have a helmet and a thin layer of clothing to stand between them and the asphalt. They do not have the protection that a 3,000+ pound passenger car provides, such as seat belts and air bags.
Because a motorcycle driver does not have the proper protection in the event of an accident, the injuries sustained can be severe and include surgery, physical rehabilitation, costly hospital stays, medication, and traumatic brain or spinal cord damage. According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, motorcycle accidents have increased every year.
Motorcycle accidents often occur because of reckless driving, speeding or swerving from lane to lane on the freeways. However, in some cases, they happen because of negligent and inattentive automobile drivers.
If you or someone you care about has been injured in a motorcycle accident, contact a San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who has been successful in motorcycle accidents and will fight to secure the compensation you need for lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering.
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A 35-year old man walking along a major road in Apple Valley just before midnight the other night was hit by a motorist and severely injured.
Apparently he was not only walking in the traffic lanes with his back towards the traffic, but he was dressed in dark-colored clothing, when he was hit. He was taken by air to a local hospital.
The 70-year old driver told officials that he did not see the man. Walking at night and wearing dark clothing is a hazard and a danger to both the pedestrian and the motorist. When walking at night it is important to be seen. Wearing reflective clothing is a good defense against invisibility.
If you are injured by a vehicle while walking at night or at any time of the day, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney to determine if you can be compensated for your injuries and expenses.
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Even though California is known for its beautiful weather, there are still elevations, especially mountain cities that get snow and ice.
On a day, not too long ago, two people were killed and two critically injured when the driver, a 45-year old Sugarloaf woman, of an SUV lost control on an icy part of Highway 38 near Big Bear City. The SUV spun around and landed on its side, slamming the roof into a tree on the shoulder of the highway.
There was a man riding in the front passenger seat and two passengers in the back seat. The driver and the passenger in the front died at the scene. The two back-seat passengers were critically injured and taken to Loma Linda Medical Center for treatment.
The California Highway Patrol is investigating the cause of the accident.
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On the morning of August 10, a 45-year old woman, lost control of her automobile as she exited Orange Show Road. Apparently she drove through the intersection at the end of the off ramp, became airborne, flew over a wall and fell 30 feet. She died at the scene.
Officials are investigating to determine why she did not stop at the intersection and why she lost control of her auto. They are checking to see if the vehicle had a mechanical malfunction or if something was in the road that caused the accident.
I believe it would be in the best interests of the woman’s family to contact an experienced Personal Injury attorney to investigate this accident for them. Perhaps the accident was a result of an auto product defect and if so, the manufacturer could be held responsible. I extend my condolences to the family of the woman for their tragic loss.
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Recently a neighbor of mine asked me to explain the dangers of asbestos exposure to her. I told her that asbestos has been linked to Mesothelioma cancer and exposure to it is very dangerous. Asbestos is a material used in construction. If it is fitted tightly into a product, such as house siding or floor tiles, there are no health risks.
However, it poses health problems when fibers are present in the air that we breathe. Exposure can affect your health if you have been exposed to it for a long time, how often, the size of the fibers, etc. If inhaled several times, it can cause a scarring on your lungs, making it difficult to breathe. The most dangerous risk is the chance of Mesothelioma, a rare cancer on the chest or abdominal cavity. A smoker who has inhaled asbestos increases their risk of lung cancer.
I told my neighbor that if she or someone she knows has been exposed, she has legal rights and an experienced personal injury attorney in asbestos lawsuits can help. Treatment for Mesothelioma is very expensive.
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At our family Sunday dinner, my nephew was complaining about a friend of his who was stopped by a police officer for riding his bike through a stop sign without stopping first. It is funny because in today’s newspaper, I read about something very similar.
It seems a student at Santa Ana College was riding his bike to his next class; he had earphones in both ears. The street was clear so the student did not stop at the stop sign – just breezed right through. Within minutes, a police officer was upon the student – sirens blaring and lights flashing. The officer asked the student how he thought he would be able to hear cars honking at him; he advised the officer that he did hear him. The law allows you to have one earphone in your ear, but not two. The officer asked him, “If you were in a car, would you have stopped and he said, “Yes”. The student thought a warning would have been fair but he was given a ticket. The student violated two sections of the California Vehicle Code: (1) Section 22450(a) – Failure to stop at a stop sign and (2) Section 27400 – Wearing a headset or earplugs. The amount of the ticket was $397.
I told my nephew that someone riding a bike must abide by the same rules of the road that someone driving a car does. According to the California Department of Motor Vehicles, over one hundred people are killed and hundreds of thousands of people are injured in bicycle accidents each year. I told my nephew that even though bicyclists think they own the road, they do not. Had the student been hit by a car at that intersection, he would have needed a very smart and experienced personal injury attorney to help him.
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