California Injury Lawyer Blog

MENDOCINO COUNTY -- According to Mercury News, an 82-year-old Mendocino avid cyclist was severely struck by a pickup truck in Casper on Sunday. This tragic accident happened along Highway 1 when a 1999 Ford F-150 driven by Sterling Bradbury, 18, of Mendocino, veered onto the shoulder of the highway and struck the bicyclist. CHP at the scene stated that alcohol or drugs, or the use of a cell phone were not a factor in the crash. However, following this tragic accident, the bicyclist, David Russell, was airlifted to Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital where he was later died due to his injures.

Cause of the Bicycle Accident on Highway 1

The accident on November 13th remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol. However based on the information provided by Mercury News, it is unclear what caused the teen driver to veer onto the shoulder of the freeway. Therefore, police officials investigating this devastating accident will look at factors that include and are not limited to falling asleep while driving, road conditions, vehicle malfunctions, and distracted driving.

Bicycle Accident Wrongful Death Liability

Bicycle accidents can result in serious injuries and/or death to the cyclist involved. There are numerous ways accidents such as this one can occur, such as motorists forcing bicyclists off the road, veering in front of a cyclist's path, or other negligent actions by the driver.

Therefore, while it is not determined by authorities what caused this crash and who is ultimately responsible, the family of the deceased victim would be well-advised to contact a California wrongful death lawyer. One of our understanding and dedicated attorneys at Estey Bomberger, especially Mike Bomberger who is also an avid cyclist, can ensure the family's legal rights are protected, help police in efforts to hold the responsible party financially liable for funeral and burial costs, anticipated and future lifetime earnings and benefits, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship.

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SOLANO COUNTY -- A devastating Vallejo accident involving two young boys and a garbage truck occurred after 12:30 p.m. Friday, San Francisco Chronicle reported. The two boys, 8- and 12-years-old, were riding on one skateboard along Chapman Court, when they approached the intersection of Linfield Drive and collided with a Recology Vallejo truck.

Following the crash, the 8-year-old boy, "Clayo" Young, sustained major injuries and was transported to Children's Hospital in Oakland. And the 12-year-old boy, Joseph Tafoya III, was taken to Kaiser Medical Center in Vallejo, where he later died due to his injuries.

Pedestrian Accident Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Liability

In devastating accidents such as this one, where it is unclear who is at fault, the family of the two children would be well-advised to speak to a Northern California pedestrian accident lawyer to discuss their legal rights in either a personal injury or wrongful death claim.

At the law firm of Estey Bomberger, knowledgeable and experienced attorneys can help the family understand and protect their legal rights, hire an independent investigator to reconstruct the scene of the accident to determine who may be responsible, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation for funeral and burial costs, medical care expenses, pain and suffering, and other related damages in this tragic pedestrian accident.

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YUBA COUNTY -- A young girl who was walking her bike on her way to school was severely struck by a car at about 7:44 a.m. Thursday, KCRA News reported. The 9-year-old girl, Julianna Villa-Hopkins, was attempting to cross the street at the intersection of 17th and Huston when her bike apparently fell. As she reached down to pick it up, that is when a driver of an SUV making a right from Huston Street and onto 17th Street seriously struck her. The young girl was airlifted to a local hospital after the incident, but later died due to her injuries.

Cause of the Marysville Pedestrian Accident

The accident on November 10th remains under investigation by the authorities. However, based on the information provided by KCRA News and ABC 10 News, it is unclear why the driver did not see the pedestrian. Police officials investigating this devastating accident will certainly look at a variety of factors, which includes and are not limited to, distracted driving through the use of a cell phone, eating, or even changing the radio station, and negligent or reckless actions by the driver.

Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

In fatal pedestrian accidents such as this one, the family of the child would be well-advised to contact a Northern California wrongful death attorney. A knowledgeable attorney who has the experience in pedestrian accidents, can advise the family of their legal rights to hold the responsible party financially liable for the loss their loved one.

Companionate attorneys at the law firm of Estey Bomberger can also decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation for their tragic loss, which includes, funeral and burial expenses, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship.

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SUTTER COUNTY -- A multi-vehicle collision on Highway 99 in Pleasant Grove left a woman seriously injured Wednesday, The Sacramento Bee reported. According to the CHP, a driver of a pickup traveling southbound on Highway 99 at about 3:30 p.m. misjudged the distance of an oncoming vehicle when the he or she was making a left turn to eastbound Sankey Road.

The oncoming vehicle that was driven by a Yuba City woman had little time to react and avoid the truck. After the collision, the woman in the van, sustained major injuries and was airlifted to the hospital. Two other people in the van were also hurt, but suffered moderate injuries. The driver of the pickup truck had minor injuries and declined medical treatment.

Cause of the Car Crash on Highway 99

Based on the information provided by The Sacramento Bee, it appears the driver of the pickup truck may be at fault for making an unsafe left turn. However, the California Highway Patrol will investigate this terrible incident thoroughly and cautiously to determine whether or not there were other factors that could have caused this collision.

Car Accident Personal Injury Liability

Left-turn accidents usually occur because the driver does not see another automobile, pedestrian, motorcyclist, and/or bicyclist. In some cases, misjudging the distance of the oncoming car, road conditions, and vehicle malfunctions may also be the cause. But, regardless of why the left-turn collision occurs, accidents such as these can cause serious injuries and/or death.

Therefore, while the investigation of this November 9th car accident on Highway 99 is ongoing, the victim or the family of the victim would be well-advised to speak to a skilled Northern California car accident attorney. A lawyer who has the knowledge and the experience in handling incidents such as this one, can advise the victim of her legal rights in a personal injury claim, and decide the best course of action to be fully compensated for medical care expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this horrible car accident.

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IMPERIAL COUNTY -- A collision involving a motorcycle and a pickup truck left a man injured Wednesday afternoon, Imperial Valley Press reported. The accident happened around 4:30 p.m. at the corner of 11th Avenue and Main Street in El Centro, when a motorcyclist going east on Main Street collided with a Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck traveling west on Main and attempting to turn onto the southbound lanes of 11th Avenue. Following the crash, the motorcyclist, whose name was not released, sustained major injuries and was airlifted to Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs for further treatment.

El Centro Motorcycle Accident Personal Injury Liability

The accident on November 9th remains under investigation by the El Centro Police Department. However, based on the information provided by the Imperial Valley Press, it is unclear what happened and who was at fault. Therefore, in situations such as this one, the injured victim or family members of the victim would be well-advised to consult with a El Centro personal injury lawyer. A skilled attorney who has handled motorcycle accidents, can advise the victim of his or her legal rights, help police in efforts in determining who is responsible for the incident, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation for medical care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this devastating motorcycle accident.

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According to Los Angeles Times, former assistant Penn State football coach, Jerry Sandusky, is being charged on the suspicion of assaulting at least eight boys. In addition, former athletic director Timothy Curley and former Vice President of Business and Finance Gary Schultz resigned from the university Sunday night. Both Curley and Schultz were arraigned Monday on perjury charges for asserting that they were not aware of the alleged sex abuse.

In People Magazine, mothers of alleged Penn State sex abuse victims spoke out regarding the sexual abuse incident on their children. One of the victim's mother indicated that Sandusky touched her son during a shower together at Penn State, but no charges were brought after her son reported the alleged incident. Another mother of a victim in this incident stated the abuse on her son lasted for four years. The other victims in this tragic incident did not provide any immediate statement or further information.

Child Molestation and Sexual Abuse Liability

Child molestation and sexual abuse on any individual involved can be traumatic and life-changing. When victims who are forced into unwanted sexual acts from a person who is under employment of a supervising entity, that entity can be held financially responsible for that person's criminal actions. Therefore, while the investigation of this incident is ongoing, victims or family members of the victims would be well-advised to contact a skilled Pennsylvania child sex assault lawyer.

Knowledgeable and experienced attorneys at the law firm of Estey Bomberger, especially understanding and compassionate attorney, Mike Bomberger who is licensed to practice in the state of Pennsylvania, can help a family protect their legal rights in a civil lawsuit, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation for emotional and physical injury, future medical needs, and other damages relating to this devastating incident. If you or a loved one has fallen victim to this tragic incident, call us immediately for a free confidential consultation at 1-800-724-3817.

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MONTEREY COUNTY -- According to ABC News, five people were reported to be killed and two others hospitalized due to a fire at a home care facility for the disabled in Marina. The fire occurred in a small coastal community in Monterey County at around 11:45 p.m. Saturday. The actual cause of the fire has not been determined, but investigators with the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives were on scene at the request of Marina Fire officials. The identities of the injured and deceased involved in this horrific incident were not immediately available.

Northern California Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Liability

While the cause of this tragic fire incident on November 5th remains under investigation, the injured victims or family members of the deceased victims would be well-advised to contact either a California personal injury or wrongful death lawyer. A skilled and competent attorney who has the handled unique and complex incidents such as this one, can help the victims and the family of the deceased victims understand and protect their legal rights, help police in efforts to determine who may be responsible, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation for funeral/burial costs, medical care expenses, pain and suffering, and other related damages in this devastating fire incident.

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CALAVERAS COUNTY -- One person was tragically killed and another seriously injured in Valley Springs motorcycle accident at about 2:15 p.m. Tuesday. According to KVML News, the driver of a 2001 Jeep Cherokee was traveling west on Highway 26 just west of Hogan Dam Road when for unknown reasons she crossed on the other side of the roadway and struck a motorcyclist and his passenger. The motorcyclist was reported to have died from his injuries, while his passenger sustained major injuries. The identities of both individuals on the bike were not immediately available.

Cause of the Motorcycle Crash in Valley Springs

Based on the information provided by KVML News, it is unclear why the driver of the SUV veered onto the other side of the roadway and into oncoming traffic. Therefore, it is evident the driver may be responsible for the accident. Hopefully the California Highway Patrol will determine what happened and why, along with who is officially responsible.

Motorcycle Accident Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Liability

While the investigation of this November 1st collision on Highway 26 is ongoing, the injured victim and the family of the deceased victim would be well-advised to contact either a California personal injury or California wrongful death attorney. A knowledgeable lawyer who has the experience in motorcycle accidents such as this one, can help the injured victim and the family of the deceased understand and protect their legal rights, help determine who is responsible for the collision, and decide the best course of action to receive the maximum compensation. Compensation can include and are not limited to medical care expenses, funeral/burial costs, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this devastating motorcycle accident.

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