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RIVERSIDE COUNTY -- One person was killed and two others injured in a Thursday night car collision near the Interstate 10 freeway in Palm Springs. The terrible accident happened at about 8:48 p.m. when the driver of a white Dodge Neon going south on Gene Autry Trail veered into the northbound lanes and slammed head-on with a Toyota Camry.

The Dodge Neon driver, who was identified by the Riverside County Sheriff-Coroner's office as a 54-year-old Joyce Stotz of Palm Springs, was reported to have died in the crash. The occupants in the Toyota were taken to Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Spring where they are listed in critical condition.

According to The Desert Sun, authorities have not determined whether alcohol or drugs played a role in the accident and the cause remains undetermined at the moment.

Liability Issues for Palm Spring Car Accidents

It is not evident what caused the driver to cross the opposing lanes and into oncoming traffic. However, if the police eventually determine that the driver killed in this April 19th crash was at fault, the injured victims or the family of the victims would be well-advised to contact a Palm Springs personal injury attorney. In an event where the driver responsible for the accident is killed, an experienced attorney can help the victims protect their rights by recovering the maximum compensation through their insurance, if they have one. Compensation in a civil claim when victims are involved in a serious injury car accident includes medical care expenses, lost wages and earnings, pain and suffering, and other related damages.

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RIVERSIDE COUNTY - According to The Desert Sun, at least one person was injured and taken to Desert Regional Medical Center after a horrible hit-and-run collision in Palm Springs. The Friday night accident happened around 8:30 p.m. at the intersection of Vista Chino and Farrell Drive. No other details were available regarding the collision.

Palm Springs Hit-and-Run Accident Injury Liability

The limited information provided by The Desert Sun does not give a clear indication as to why this crash occurred. However, there is no excuse for fleeing the scene of an accident before the proper authorities arrive. According to 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."

While the investigation of this April 6th accident remains under investigation by the Palm Springs Police Department, the victim or family members of the victim would be well-advised to seek a skilled Palm Springs personal injury lawyer. An experienced attorney who handled numerous hit-and-run accidents, can help the victim protect his legal rights and aid authorities in locating the driver involved in the crash. In the event the driver cannot be found, an attorney can ensure the victim recovers the compensation he deserves through his insurance, if he or she has one.

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RIVERSIDE COUNTY -- A 48-year-old Palm Springs man was killed in a motorcycle accident on Saturday night. The Desert Sun reported the Palm Springs man, Jon Ely, was riding his 2003 Harley Davidson on the northbound lanes of Indian Canyon Drive, when the driver of a 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche attempted to make a left turn in front of him.

Authorities at the scene indicated there was no indication that alcohol was a factor, however, the result of this dreadful intersection accident at Indian Canyon and Tachevah drives left Ely tragically dead at the scene. The driver of the Avalanche sustained minor injuries and is currently cooperating with police.

Cause of the Motorcycle Crash

The Palm Springs crash on March 24th remains under investigation by local law enforcement. However, based on the information provided by The Desert Sun, it is not evident what prompted this collision. Hopefully, police officials can determine whether unsafe driving caused the accident, and most importantly who is ultimately responsible.

Liability for Left Hand Turn Accidents in Palm Springs

If police officials conclude that the accident was due to an unsafe left hand turn, the family of the victim would be well-advised to consult with a skilled Palm Springs personal injury attorney. A knowledgeable lawyer can ensure the family's legal rights are protected and advise the best option to recover the maximum compensation in a wrongful death claim for the tragic loss of their family member. Compensation in motorcycle accidents such as this, can include but is not limited to, funeral and burial expenses, anticipated lifetime earnings and benefits, and pain and suffering.

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A 50-year-old Palm Springs man tragically was killed Thanksgiving Day when he was hit by a vehicle while walking on Sunrise Way, KPSP Local 2 News reported. The car vs. pedestrian accident happened just before 7 p.m. on Sunrise Way, about 200 feet north of Ramon Road. The victim, Jesus Cardova Diaz, was taken to Desert Regional Medical Center, where he died at 7:43 p.m. The driver, who was not injured in the accident, wasn't cited or arrested at the scene. The cause of the fatal Riverside County pedestrian accident remains under investigation.

Our condolences go out to Jesus Diaz and everyone who knew him and loved him. Please keep his family in your prayers during this surely very difficult time.

Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

There are many factors that authorities look at to determine why an accident occurs. Based on the limited information in news reports, it is unclear whether the driver could have done anything to avoid this collision. It is also not clear where Diaz was in the roadway when he was struck. If the driver of the car was at least partially responsible for causing this pedestrian accident, he may liable for causing Diaz's death, and Diaz's family may be entitled to compensation from the driver's insurance policy for their loss. In situations such as this one, it would be advisable for the family of the victim to contact a California wrongful death lawyer as soon as possible - to discuss their legal rights and best course of action in handling communications with the insurance company following this devastating accident.

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Three people were taken to hospitals with injuries ranging from minor to moderate following a three-vehicle collision Monday afternoon in Palm Springs near the Smoke Tree Commons Shopping Center, the Desert Sun reported. The September 6th injury car accident was reported at about 4:40 p.m. on E. Palm Canyon Drive near Sunrise Way in Palm Springs. Based on the very limited information provided in news reports, it is unclear what happened to cause this three-car crash and who was responsible.

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