A 21-year old woman driver and her 23-year old passenger were killed in San Bernardino early the other morning after tire tread separation caused their vehicle to go out of control, swerve off the road, and roll over several times. Both were pronounced dead at the scene.
Officers are investigating to determine what caused the tire tread to separate. If results of the investigation show the tire was defective, the tire or vehicle manufacturer may be held liable for compensation to the families of these two young people.
It would be wise for the families to consult with a San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who has been successful in auto products liability cases.
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A 51-year old man walking with a bicycle in San Bernardino the other night was hit by a vehicle.
The pedestrian sustained major head and leg injuries, while the driver sustained minor injuries. The pedestrian was taken to a nearby hospital where he died the next day.
California law states that when a person gets off his or her bike and walks it, they have the same rights as pedestrians. They have not yet determined if the man was walking in a crosswalk at the time he was hit. However, if he was, California Vehicle Code Section 21950 states, “The driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection.” It continues with, “The driver of a vehicle approaching a pedestrian within any marked or unmarked crosswalk shall exercise all due care and shall reduce the speed of a vehicle or take any other action relating to the operating of the vehicle as necessary to safeguard the safety of the pedestrian.”
Police are investigating to determine what caused this fatal accident. If you or a family member is the victim of an accident while crossing the street, I suggest you should contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will advise you or your legal rights and determine if you are entitled to compensation for injuries and medical expenses.
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According to the California Highway Patrol a driver going the wrong way on an off ramp on Interstate 215 in San Bernardino hit another driver, causing both vehicles to face in the wrong direction.
An ambulance was called to the scene. Unknown injuries were sustained.
An investigation is under way to determine why the driver was driving in the wrong direction. Questions are being asked to see if he was under the influence or alcohol and/or drugs or if he was distracted.
If you are injured because of a driver driving the wrong way, I would suggest you contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will prove that negligence played a part in the accident that caused your injuries. You can file a claim against the at-fault driver for injuries, medical expenses and
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Two people were killed in an accident involving a big-rig in the San Bernardino desert near Red Mountain Road recently.
The 31-year old woman from Long Beach was traveling north on Highway 395. Also killed was the 49-year old trucker, also from Long Beach. According to California Highway Patrol officers, neither were wearing their seat belts. A 27-year old survivor from Texas was flown to Loma Linda Medical Center with major injuries.
It was reported that the big-rig ran off the road, spilling more than 2,000 gallons of used motor oil that it was carrying. The fatal accident is under investigation to determine what caused this to happen.
Once investigators determine what happened, I urge the families to contact a San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who is skilled in trucking accidents to see if they are entitled to compensation for their loss, expenses and pain and suffering.
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It was just about a year ago when a Toyota driver, fleeing from a car burglary in San Bernardino, crashed into a 19-year old bicyclist killing him and critically injuring his 15-year old brother? Well, it is back in the news. The man also attempted to steal a car stereo from a vehicle when he returned a DVD but the owner came out.
The man is going to trial on murder charges. He has entered a formal plea on felony charges of murder, second-degree burglary of the vehicle, leaving the scene of an accident and child abuse because the young daughter was in the car.
After crashing into the two brothers, the driver slowed down but continued driving – never stopping to help. The driver’s girlfriend and young daughter were in the car with him. According to her testimony, she urged him to stop, but he would not listen. Instead, he took her and their daughter home and then had the broken windshield of the Toyota repaired.
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A bicyclist, was killed by a hit-and-run driver recently. However, the driver left a trail of car fluid which led police to a Jack-in-the-Box restaurant close by. After looking at the Jack-in-the Box video, police were able to identify him through his license plate number and the damage on his vehicle.
By the time police saw the video, the 29-year old driver was gone. The driver is currently on probation for a federal robbery charge.
Police have not been able to find him and are asking for help from the public. He is said to be driving a green 1997 Honda Civic with front-end damage. If spotted, please call San Bernardino Police Detective at 909-384-5664.
My sincere condolences go out to the family of the bicyclist.
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A recent head-on collision in Adelanto resulted in the death of three people. California Highway Patrol reported that a man traveling south on Highway 395 veered into oncoming traffic and crashed into an SUV driven by a 42-year old woman. The SUV also had a 20-year old passenger - both were ejected from the vehicle and suffered fatal injuries.
The accident is under investigation. It is unclear what caused the man to lose control of his vehicle. It is also unclear if the victims in the SUV were wearing seatbelts since they were ejected from their vehicle. If they were, were the seatbelts defective?
My sympathies are with the families and friends of all three victims.
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Several months ago, the Aquinas High School in San Bernardino got some bad news. A former student was in a serious accident in San Francisco where he attended college. He is in a coma. His family is left with enormous medical bills.
The students at Aquinas High School rallied together to help this family. They promoted a car wash and raised $9,000. Other donations were received and the students were able to give the family a total of $12,000 towards the medical bills. A miracle took place and after several months, the young man has made almost a complete recovery.
It is always nice to have a happy ending to a story that did not start well.
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Car and truck accidents are always in the news, but what about individuals or pedestrians injured on our roads. San Bernardino statistics show that thousands of pedestrians are hurt or killed by automobiles, motorcycles or trucks while walking along a road or crossing in a crosswalk. They are usually the victim of a negligent or reckless driver. Many intersection accidents are because of a speeding car, driver distraction or drunk driving.
A pedestrian hit can suffer a catastrophic injury. Pedestrians do not wear helmets and run the risk of head injuries when hit by a car or truck. Other injuries include fractures, spinal cord injuries or even wrongful death.
If you or a loved one is involved in a pedestrian accident, I advise you to contact an experienced Personal Injury attorney. You should be entitled to compensation for pain and suffering, medical bills and/or lost wages.
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The weather, for the most part, is beautiful in San Bernardino. I actually see individuals and couples walking outside all the time. But in some parts, there may be feral or abandoned dogs roaming about. One of my neighbors asked me what to do if she encounters a strange dog while out walking.
There are many things to do but never throw anything at the dog or scream at it. This may make the dog angry and excite it. Avoid making eye contact but never turn your back on it. If the dog looks like it will attack you, give it your jacket, purse or backpack. Create a barrier between the two of you. If you are knocked down, curl into a ball, protecting your ears and the back of your neck. Other safety tips include not to pet a dog tied up in its yard by reaching through the fence, do not bother a dog that is eating, do not pull its ears or tail, and always let the dog see you first.
If the dog bites you, as soon as possible, wash the wound with soap and water and call your doctor. Contact your local animal control agency at San Bernardino County Animal Care and Control Program (800-472-5609).
I advise if you or anyone you know has been attacked by a dog contact a Dog Bite Lawyer right away.
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