Spinal cord injuries are one of the most catastrophic injuries a person can sustain. This type of injury can leave a person paralyzed and without the sense of touch and temperature. A spinal cord injury can change a person’s life drastically. It occurs as a result of an automobile or truck accident where the driver was negligent.
Paralyzed individuals face the risk of blood clots because with no movement, blood cannot move through the veins properly and the heart cannot pump the blood the way it should.
Statistics show that approximately 15,000 people sustain spinal cord injuries every year in the United States – most are permanently paralyzed and many die from this injury.
If you sustained a spinal cord injury as a result of an accident with a negligent driver, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney as soon as possible. People who sustain spinal cord injuries will probably require long-term medical care. A dedicated attorney will help you recover monetary damages for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and lost wages.
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A wrongful death happens because of another person’s negligence or actions. A wrongful death lawsuit is a claim against that person who may be liable for the death.
Most cases are filed by a close relative. California law provides for financial damages to be recovered. These include all financial support, past and future, provided by the decedent before death, funeral and burial expenses. Non-economic damages, such as the loss of your loved one’s companionship, love and affection can also be recovered.
If you have lost a family member because of someone else’s actions, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney regarding your options.
Depending on the nature of the case, California law states that a wrongful death action must be filed within two years of the date of the death – other time periods apply to other cases. Your attorney will know how long you have to file.
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A 42-year old San Bernardino parolee led police on a high-speed pursuit at 80 mph through San Bernardino the other night when a CHP officer attempted to stop his vehicle for an unspecified traffic violation.
The pursuit ended in a horrific crash involving four vehicles when the man lost control. Two passengers in the parolee’s vehicle were taken to a nearby hospital with major injuries.
One passenger was also a parolee with an outstanding arrest warrant. In addition, six people in three other vehicles suffered minor injuries.
If you are a victim in an automobile accident that is caused by another driver, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will investigate the facts for you to determine if you can be compensated for injuries, damages and expenses.
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Statistics show that the rate of dog bites has risen. Did you know that dog bites account for more than four million injuries in the United States every year?
Statistics also indicate that most of the time children are the victims with injuries occurring to their face and/or neck. Adults get their share of bites, but on a smaller scale. In most instances but not all, the dog owner is financially liable for any injury their pets caused. An injured person does not have to show that the owner did something wrong – they have to show that the dog caused their injury.
If you are bitten by a dog, make sure you collect evidence, including photographs, witness statements, details surrounding the attack and contact information from those involved. In addition, make sure you contact a San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who has been successful in other dog bite cases, and knows how to get the results you deserve.
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A 68-year old woman suspected of driving under the influence was arrested after she hit a 17-year old boy and 16-year old girl who were walking on the shoulder of the road. The girl sustained major injuries and the boy suffered only minor injuries.
California law prohibits any driver to operate a motor vehicle when their blood alcohol concentration is 0.08% or higher. According to California Vehicle Code Section 23152(a), “It is unlawful for any person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug, or under the combined influence of any alcoholic beverage and drug, to drive a vehicle.”
The accident is under investigation at this time. If the woman is found to be at-fault for this accident, she could be held liable for the teenager’s injuries and damages. If you are injured by a drunk driver or any driver, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who has handled pedestrian accident cases.
The woman was arrested on suspicion of DUI causing injury.
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Are you questioning the care your physician gave you during the birth of your child? Did his care include a birth defect for your new baby?
If you believe your unborn baby may have been in distress during delivery, ask yourself if there were warning signs.
· Did the fetal heart monitor strips show abnormal readings of the heartbeat?
· Was there mechanical trauma from the improper use of forceps causing the transmission of
oxygen to the baby’s brain to be hindered?
· Were there umbilical cord problems?
If you believe there were warning signs present and your doctor or nurse negligently failed to realize that your baby was in distress, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who has handled and been successful in malpractice and birth defect cases.
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A 63-year old man riding an all-terrain vehicle in Barstow died after losing control of his ATV the other day. Losing control caused the ATV to overturn – causing the man to be thrown from it.
Even though ATVs are enjoyed by thousands of people every year, they can also be dangerous. Accidents can result in head, traumatic brain injuries and in this case, death. The number one reason for ATV accidents is negligence on the part of the driver, which includes improper training.
Another common cause of ATV accidents is equipment failure, such as defective brakes, tires, steering or suspension. Equipment failure is often due to negligence on the manufacturer’s behalf.
This accident is under investigation. If it is determined that this man’s death was caused because of equipment failure, it would be wise for the family to contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney to determine their legal rights and to find out if they are entitled to compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering.
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The birth of a child is supposed to be one of the happiest days in your life. However, malpractice in the delivery room can turn a wonderful occasion into a lifelong tragedy.
A birth defect can lead to permanent problems which include cerebral palsy, emotional distress and financial burdens. There are many reasons a birth defect can happen – the doctor’s improper use of forceps or suction in delivery, delaying a caesarean section delivery, or the doctor’s failure to provide quality pre-natal care.
A birth defect can cost a family money and heartache for the rest of the child’s life. If your child was born with a birth defect as a result of a medical professional’s negligence, contact a San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who has experience in handling birth injury cases. A proper settlement is important because the settlement money can be used to provide for your child throughout his or her life.
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Summer is here. The weather is perfect for spending the day at a Southern California amusement park. What happens if your day is spoiled by an accident on a ride?
Amusement park accident can result in a serious injury – even death. If an accident occurs, it could be the fault of negligence on the part of the guest or a park employee, such as a ride operator. Perhaps the guest is a wise guy and didn’t follow the ride’s safety instructions. Or, the ride’s operator was negligent and didn’t put the safety belt on the guest properly. Maybe there was a mechanical defect and the maintenance crew did not fix it.
Amusement parks are supposed to be a placed to have fun and to enjoy with family and friends. However, whatever the reason, accidents at an amusement park do happen. Getting hurt on a ride includes injuries such as whiplash, back injuries, heart attacks, broken bones and internal injuries
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If you or a family member has suffered injuries at an amusement park, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will make sure proper compensation is given to you and justice is served.
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A 48-year old Victorville man out for a day of fun in Apple Valley crashed his all-terrain cycle.
Reports indicate he was riding down a steep grade right before noon the other day when he lost control. The vehicle rolled, crashed into a big tree and he was thrown from the bike. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Apple Valley Police department is investigating the accident to determine what happened. They will check to see if he was under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, if there was mechanical problems or if he was just negligent.
If it is determined that the bike had mechanical problems, it might be wise for the family to consult with an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney to see if they can be compensated for expenses and the loss of their family member.
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