On October 25, 2009 Robert Hamilton, 37, was killed in a car accident, according to The Press Enterprise. Mr. Hamilton was traveling with a friend, Rick Batiste in Adelanto, when the vehicle went out of control, flipped over and landed on its roof. The auto caught fire. Mr. Batiste was able to be out of the vehicle but Mr. Hamilton was not, and died at the scene. Police are investigating what made the auto go out of control and catch fire.
The California Highway Patrol reported that Adelanto is the scene of several fatalities and numerous injuries from car accidents. In the year 2007, San Bernardino County reported 308 deaths and close to 10,000 injuries involving motor vehicle accidents.
Something caused this vehicle to flip over – perhaps it was a vehicle defect or mechanical malfunction. Police report that Mr. Hamilton was not driving recklessly and alcohol did not play a part in the accident. If investigators determine that the accident was because of a product defect, Chevrolet, the manufacturer of the vehicle, could be liable for the accident. The family could check into filing a wrongful death claim for compensation to cover the funeral, lost wages and any expenses resulting. An experienced and aggressive personal injury lawyer can advise them of their legal options.
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According to the Orange County Register, five people were involved in a head-on crash on the 91 Freeway today. Two women from San Bernardino were killed. The accident happened early this morning, around 3:00 a.m.
A motorist was driving the wrong way in the Fast Trak Express lanes – she was heading west in the eastbound lanes. She collided with a 2009 Chevy Silverado carrying four passengers - two young girls, ages 11 and 15 were hospitalized. The passengers in the Chevy were not wearing their seatbelts. The 21 year old driving the Toyota Tacoma in the wrong direction was the only one wearing a seatbelt. She was rushed to UCI Medical Center and is facing charges of driving under the influence.
As a serious injury attorney, I see clients every day with cases just like this one. Tragedies caused by the negligence and carelessness of another human being. But it’s so sad when the injuries are multiplied because simple precautions like wearing a seat belt weren’t taken. Please don’t misunderstand. The accident was clearly not the fault of the the family in the Chevy, but it’s my sincerest wish that they had been wearing seat belts. Unfortunately, we will never know how much of the injuries could have been prevented had they been wearing their seatbelts. Wearing a seatbelt increases your chances of surviving a serious crash, such as a head-on collision.
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Big rigs and other large truck accidents can cause serious injuries. This is due to the truck’s sheer size and weight. Many big rigs weigh over 80,000 pounds - compared to an automobile that typically weighs 3,000 to 4,000 pounds. This huge size difference makes it difficult for the truck driver to see every vehicle around the truck and this can be dangerous.
A car and truck accident usually involves serious injuries to the passengers of the car; the truck driver very often walks away with minor injuries or nothing at all. Personal injury accidents involving big rigs or semi-trucks or tractor-trailer trucks, are more complicated than an accident involving two cars or a even a motorcycle. Often, there are factors involved that wouldn’t even come up in a run of the mill car accident. Negligent scheduling by the the trucking company, poor maintenance of key equipment, and even defective truck parts can all come into play.
But only an experienced truck accident attorney who is familiar with trucking regulations knows how to proceed in a personal injury lawsuit to get the best possible results. They know how to deal with the trucking industry. It just isn’t good enough to get “some compensation” for the victims of these horrific accidents. The degree to which the victims are injured, I think demands the best representation possible.
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Over 30% of adults 65 or older will fall in the coming year according to the CDC. The risk of falling increases with age. Falls are the most common injury for older people. A wet floor or a cracked walkway could cause considerable injuries. These falls will cause serious injuries, such as head or brain injuries. Hip fractures (more common in women than men) make it difficult for seniors to live on their own. Many older adults who have taken a fall become afraid that it will happen again, causing them to limit their activities. Adults over 75, when they fall, most likely will become residents of a long-term care facility for a certain time or for the rest of their lives.
There are a number of ways to prevent slips and falls in your home, which include removing hazards (rugs, clutter), installing handrails, installing grab bars in the bathroom, etc. Other ways are exercising and telling your doctor if a medication makes you dizzy. Visit www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/prevent-slips-falls for more information.
What many don’t realize is that even if you haven’t taken the precautions at home to prevent falls, the law requires those responsible for public spaces to take steps to prevent injury from slip and falls. This means timely cleanup of spills, warning signs for wet floors, and adequate safety measures like railings and handrails, etc. If you fall in a public place, remember to consult an attorney experienced in slip and fall cases for help.
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Welcome to my blog. Every day, I get to experience the whole range of human joy and devastation. The stories of devastation, human struggle and triumph are not just impersonal tales of someone far away. I see it daily in my San Bernardino personal injury practice. I admire the will, grit, and sheer strength of the people who walk into my office everyday. I want to share some of that with you. The law is my passion, and I am lucky to be able to use my knowledge as an accident attorney to defend and uphold the rights of those brave men and women who come to me.
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