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TULARE COUNTY - A pedestrian woman was severely struck by a car Monday night in Visalia, The Fresno Bee reported. The Visalia woman, whose name was not released, was hit by a sedan as she was crossing Tulare Avenue, just west of Garden Street.

Following the 5:40 p.m. accident, the woman sustained major injuries and was taken to Kaweah Delta Medical Center and then transferred to Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno for further treatment. The driver of the vehicle stopped at the scene and is cooperating with police during the investigation.

Visalia Pedestrian Accident Injury Liability

Following this horrible January 9th accident, the victim or the family members of the victim would be well-advised to seek a skilled Visalia pedestrian accident lawyer. While the accident remains unclear and is currently being investigated by the Visalia Police Department, an attorney can advise the victim of her legal rights in a personal injury claim, work with a team of investigators to reconstruct the scene of the collision to determine who may be at fault, and ensure she obtains the maximum compensation she deserves. Compensation in a civil claim includes medical care expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this horrible pedestrian accident.

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As any driver knows, vehicle accidents are a relatively common occurrence. While the majority of accidents are minor collisions, sometimes called "fender benders", some accidents are serious enough to result in traumatic injury, permanent disability, and in some cases, death. In Imperial County, vehicle accidents involving cars, trucks, motorcycles, bicycles and pedestrians are common reasons for emergency room visits involving back injury, head injury, or broken bones.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a Imperial County vehicle accident and are suffering any amount of pain, it is important to seek medical treatment for your injuries. Your medical care and treatment records are important evidence to a future claim. Follow your doctor's recommendations for follow-up care, specialist visits, and any imaging tests that you need. Keep detailed records of your appointments and receipts.

Determining who was responsible for your accident may be simple and undisputed, or complex and contested. For example, if you were stopped at a stop light, and rear-ended by another vehicle, the car that rear-ended you will likely be clearly at fault. But if you were involved in multi-car pileup, or an accident where right-of-way is disputed, an investigation and reconstruction may be necessary to determine exactly what happened.

If the accident you were involved in was not your fault, you will likely be contacted by your insurance adjustor. Although the insurance representative will probably come across as caring, compassionate and understanding, be careful. What you say can be used against you. Before you provide any written or recorded statement, talk to an experienced and knowledgeable personal injury lawyer. An attorney can help you protect your rights and determine how much compensation you may be entitled to.

Damages awarded in a personal injury claim may be available to cover your medical care expenses, including hospitalization, surgery, physical therapy, and future medical care. You may also be entitled to compensation for your lost earnings, if you were unable to work for any period of time as a result of being injured. Finally, you may be entitled to money for your pain and suffering. The amount of money you may recover will depend on many unique factors. A skilled Imperial County personal injury attorney can help you determine the amount of financial compensation you are entitled to receive.

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LOS ANGELES - A four-vehicle collision early Wednesday morning on the southbound 405 Freeway left one person with life-threatening injuries, the LA Times reported. The collision was reported just south of Getty Center Driver at 4:30 a.m. Six people were involved in the crash, and five of the victims were taken to a local hospital. The cause of the December 28th Los Angeles car accident was not immediately clear.

Car Accident Personal Injury Liability

Following a major injury car accident, victims and their families are well-advised to speak with a knowledgeable and experienced personal injury attorney. If the accident is determined to be caused by the negligence of another driver, the accident victims may be entitled to compensation for medical care, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages. While the investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing, a skilled Los Angeles car accident lawyer can advise the accident victims and their family members of their best course of action to protect their legal rights to recover the maximum compensation they are entitled to.

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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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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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STANISLAUS COUNTY -- A male pedestrian, whose name was not released, is facing life-threatening injuries after he was severely struck by a hit-and-run driver in the city of Turlock, KCRA News reports. The accident happened at about 6:15 a.m. Monday on Lander Avenue just near B Street. News reports indicated the pedestrian was pushing a shopping cart across the street before he was seriously hit by an oncoming vehicle. Witnesses at the scene described the vehicle to be a dark colored 2002-2003 Ford Escape. Turlock police indicated the automobile might also have damage to the passenger side.

Cause of the Turlock Hit-And-Run Pedestrian Crash

Regardless of what happened and why, it is absolutely inexcusable for being involved in a collision and then fleeing the scene before police officials arrive. Under the Under the California Vehicle Code Section 20001(a): "The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to a person, other than himself or herself, or in the death of a person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident." Anyone with information about this tragic incident is asked to contact Team Investigator Mike Simbalenko of the Turlock Police Department Major Accident Investigation Team at 664-7380.

Pedestrian Accident Injury Liability

While the investigation of this October 31st pedestrian accident is ongoing, the victim or family members of the victim would be well-advised to speak to an experienced California pedestrian injury attorney. If the victim decides to take action in a personal injury claim, a skilled lawyer can ensure the individual's legal rights are protected, help police in efforts to locate the driver, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation in this devastating hit-and-run pedestrian accident. Compensation in a personal injury claim can include and are not limited to, medical care expenses, lost earnings, disfigurement, and pain and suffering.

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SAN FRANCISCO -- A pedestrian in a wheelchair was severely struck by a car in San Francisco, Mercury News reports. The accident was said to occur at about 7:08 a.m. Friday, at the intersection of 7th and Harrison streets. Officer Albie Esparza indicated the pedestrian was crossing Harrison Street with a green light, but did not make it across before the light turned red. Officer Esparza also mentioned vehicles in three of the four lanes traveling west on Harrison stopped to allow the pedestrian to cross, but the vehicle in the fourth lane did not.

Following this tragic incident, the pedestrian, whose name was not immediately available, was transported to San Francisco General Hospital with life-threatening injuries. The driver was reported to have remained at the scene and is cooperating with the police.

Cause of the San Francisco Pedestrian Accident

The accident on October 28th remains under investigation by the San Francisco Police Department. However, based on the information provided by the Mercury News, it is unclear why the driver struck the pedestrian. Therefore, police officials with look at numerous factors that may have been the cause of the collision. These factors can include, the speed of the vehicle at the time of the accident, distracted driving, and negligent or reckless actions of the driver.

Pedestrian Accident Personal Injury Liability

Collisions involving pedestrians and automobiles can have devastating and catastrophic results. In the aftermath of accident such as this one, a pedestrian can sustain serious injures or worse lose his or her life. Therefore, while the investigation of this accident is ongoing, the victim or family members of the victim would be well-advised to contact a San Francisco personal injury attorney. An experienced lawyer who has handled San Francisco pedestrian accidents, can help the victim protect his legal rights to hold the responsible party or parties financial liable for his injuries. The lawyer can also help the victim obtain the maximum compensation for medical car expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this horrific pedestrian accident.

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TULARE COUNTY -- A devastating bus accident in the city of Porterville left a woman killed and several injured. According to the Porterville Recorder, Tashia Laird, 27, of Porterville, was a passenger in a Dodge Neon that rear-ended a bus on Highway 190 and Jay Street around 2:25 a.m. Sunday. Police officials indicated the driver of the Dodge was traveling at a high speed before the crash, and believe alcohol may have been a factor.

Following the collision, Laird was reported to have died at the scene, while the driver of the Dodge, Francisco Luna, 26, of Strathmore, and another passenger, Omar Ibarra, 21, of Lindsay, sustained major injuries and were airlifted to Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno. Five passengers on the bus complained about pain and were transported to Sierra View District Hospital for further treatment.

Cause of the Crash in Porterville

The accident on October 16th remains under investigation by the Porterville Police Department. However, based on the information provided by the Fresno Bee and the Porterville Recorder, it appears the driver of the Dodge Neon may be at fault for traveling at a high rate of speed before the crash and the speculation that alcohol might have been a factor. Therefore, occupants inside the car and on the bus may have had no way to prevent or avoid this terrible collision.

Bus Accident Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Liability

While the investigation of this accident is ongoing, victims or the family of the victims would be well-advised to contact either a California personal injury lawyer or a California wrongful death attorney. An attorney who has handled collisions involving automobiles and busses, can advise the injured victims or the family of the deceased victim of their legal rights, and decided the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation they are entitled to for medical care expenses, funeral/burial costs, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other related damages in this horrible bus accident.

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KERN COUNTY -- A 22-year-old composting worker was taken off life-support and later died due to his injuries in Kern Medical Center's intensive care unit at about 11:04 a.m. Wednesday, The Bakersfield Californian reported. The worker, Heladio Ramirez, of Arvin, was attempting to help his brother, Armando Ramirez, 16, who collapsed after he was working inside an 8-foot-deep drainage tunnel at Community Recycling and Resource Company in Lamont. While both of them were inside the tunnel, they were exposed to a high concentration of hydrogen sulfide, a naturally produced compost that is deadly and attacks the central nervous system.

The official cause of what happened and why Heladio and his brother were exposed to high levels of hydrogen sulfide remains unclear. Therefore, the industrial accident was reopened by the Labor Commission and U.S. Department of Labor to further investigate this tragic incident, and will look at numerous factors that may have caused the deaths to these two brothers such as proper safety equipment, unsafe work environment, and other negligent or reckless actions of a third party.

Industrial Accident Wrongful Death Liability

California wrongful death attorneys at Estey Bomberger have represented numerous victims of severe industrial accidents throughout the state of California. The law of firm has handled many cases involving construction workers who were killed or seriously injured in industrial accidents involving, explosions, falls, fires, malfunctioning machinery, and exposure to toxic chemicals.

Therefore, while the investigation of the October 12th industrial accident is ongoing, the family of the victim would be well-advised to speak to a highly experienced Bakersfield construction accident lawyer to discuss their legal rights in a civil suit. The skilled attorney can help investigators determine who may be liable for the incident, and decide the best course of action for the family to recover the maximum compensation for funeral and burial costs, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship.

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FRESNO COUNTY -- A pedestrian man in his late 30's was seriously hit by a vehicle at a Southeast Fresno intersection, ABC 30 News reports. The pedestrian, whose name was not available, was crossing at the intersection of Cedar and Butler around 7 p.m. when he was severely struck by a car. The driver of the vehicle failed to stop at the scene of the accident, and therefore, police officials are currently searching for a metallic blue Toyota SUV, which will have visible front-end damage.

Following the accident, the pedestrian was transported to Community Regional Medical Center where he is listed in critical condition.

Cause of the Hit-And-Run Pedestrian Accident

There is no excuse for a driver to leave the scene of the accident without identifying himself to the other parties involved in a crash and/or the proper authorities. Under the California Vehicle Code Section 20001(a): "The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to a person, other than himself or herself, or in the death of a person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident." Therefore, while it is unclear as to how this accident happened, authorities will continue to monitor and investigate the situation and try and locate the hit-and-run driver.

Fresno Pedestrian Accident Injury Liability

Following a serious pedestrian accident such as this October 14th incident on Cedar and Bulter, the victim or the family of the victim would be well-advised to seek a skilled Fresno pedestrian accident lawyer to discuss the best course of action in pursuing a personal injury claim. An attorney who has handled hit-and-run collisions, can advise the victim of his legal rights, help in efforts to locate the driver, and help the victim recover the maximum compensation for medical care expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this hit-and-run pedestrian accident.

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