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| January 21, 2010 |
| Child driver causes fatal car accident. |
| Posted By Los Angeles Car Accident Attorney |
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On Wednesday, January 13, 2010, an eleven year old boy was driving his mother’s car at her request. While driving, he ran a stop sign and was broadsided by another vehicle, killing him, his mother and his younger sister. This car accident took place at a rural intersection outside Porterville, which is about 70 miles southeast of Fresno. This 6th grader was driving home from his soccer game when he failed to obey the stop sign. The mother, Maria Covarrubias, 30, and sister, Elizabeth Silva Covarrubias, 6, both were ejected from the back seat where it is believed neither were wearing seatbelts. A family friend, Froylon Gonzalez who was wearing his seatbelt in the passenger seat of this car involved in the
auto accident, was also in the vehicle and stated he had never seen Jose drive. He was sent to a local Fresno hospital with life- threatening injuries. The driver of the other vehicle, Charles Seguin, 44, of Porterville, sustained minor injuries.
California Highway Patrol Officer Stefanie Buck said investigators have not yet been able to interview the car's lone survivor to determine why Jose Manuel Silva Covarrubias was driving his mother’s car. Officials stated it did not appear that drugs, alcohol or winter fog was a significant factor in this accident. The superintendent of Woodville Union School District, Dondreia Bradley, stated she was "stunned" to hear that Jose had been driving his mother’s car. The car accident is still under investigation.
Car accidents in Los Angeles can be very difficult for those involved and their family, especially when there is a catastrophic injury or wrongful death. If you or someone you know has been involved in a car crash where you received injuries because of someone else’s negligence you need to contact a qualified auto accident attorney. Call our
Los Angeles car accident lawyers today at 800-715-4489 for a free consultation.
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| January 08, 2010 |
| Fatal Car Accidents in California Are Rising |
| Posted By Los Angeles Injury Lawyer |
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Each year there are approximately 6,934 fatal auto accidents in the United States involving drivers who are 16 and older. From 1998 to 2007, there were a total of 563,135 fatal crashes. Twelve percent of those accidents (69,337) involved drivers with invalid licenses. Of all types of drivers, it was determined males were involved in these types of accidents approximately six times more often then female drivers.
In California alone, there has been a total of 8,487 fatal accidents from 1998 to 2007. The specific number of fatal accidents during this time period are below:
- 1998
- 1999
- 2000
- 2001
- 2002
- 2003
- 2004
- 2005
- 2006
- 2007
California has had a total of 17,750 fatal car accidents between 1998 and 2007, most of these accidents were involving males. Specifically, the statistics for these date ranges were:
- Males
- Females
- Young (ages 16-20)
- Young Adult (ages 21-40)
- Adult (ages 41-64)
- Older (ages 65 and up)
If you have been involved in a car accident, please contact our Los Angeles fatal car accident attorney today for a free consultation. You may also provide the facts of your auto accident in our free case evaluation form. Please call us today at 800-715-4489 if you have any immediate questions or if you would like to speak with someone at our injury law firm. |
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| November 21, 2009 |
| Police Officer Involved in Motorcycle Accident on PCH |
| Posted By Los Angeles Auto Accident Lawyer |
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Early this morning in Los Angeles County, a police officer was attempting to pull over a truck when he ended up crashing into the back of it. According to the Santa Monica Police, the motorcycle accident occurred on Pacific Coast Highway when the truck driver slammed on the brakes which led to the police officer rear-ending the truck. The police officer was transported to a hospital and the truck driver was questioned but not arrested.
Motorcycles accidents in Los Angeles can happen all too often when a motorist slams on the brakes and another motorist has to act quickly. Injuries commonly sustained due to motorcycle accidents include head trauma, broken bones, and cuts and wounds. Depending on the situation, another driver may have been acting negligently and should be held responsible for any injuries or damages that result.
When involved in a Los Angeles motorcycle accident, you should always follow through with two initial steps. Report the auto accident to the police department and also make sure to seek medical attention for any and all possible injuries. After this, you need to be aware that you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries if the other driver was careless in their actions. Our Los Angeles motorcycle lawyers can help you through this part of the process when you contact us at (800) 715-4489 for a free case consultation.
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| November 18, 2009 |
| Los Angeles Auto Accident Possibly caused by DUI |
| Posted By Los Angeles Auto Accident Lawyer |
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On the 101 Freeway in Los Angeles, a driver who was suspected of being drunk led police on a car chase. The Los Angeles Police Department had an officer on pursuit when the sport utility vehicle crashed near Lankershim Boulevard. The driver and two passengers involved in the car accident in Los Angeles were checked for minor injuries.
Often in Los Angeles drunk driving situations, car accidents will occur and can injure many others. When a driver makes the decision to drive while drunk, they are putting other lives at risk. Injuries that can result from a drunk driving accident range from minor bruising and wounds to head injuries and fatalities.
Being involved in a Los Angeles drunk driving accident is dangerous and complicated. If you have been injured or damaged by a drunk driver’s negligence please know that you can pursue compensation. Once you have reported the drunk driving accident and receive medical care for any injuries, you should talk to a drunk driving attorney. Do not hesitate to contact our Los Angeles drunk driving accident attorneys at (800) 715-4489 for a free case consultation and assistance in seeking compensation. |
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| November 08, 2009 |
| Car crashes into Woodland Hills Strip Mall causing serious injury |
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A Los Angeles car accident that occurred on Saturday afternoon left a five year old girl in serious condition at UCLA Medical Center. She was thrown through a plate-glass window when the car collided with the shopping center. The Los Angeles Fire Department said that there were no other injuries and that the driver potentially confused the accelerator with the brake.
Los Angeles auto accidents, especially involving children, can result in very serious injuries. While it is unknown the full extent of the circumstances in the case described above, many times a child is securely fastened in a car seat or abiding by all pedestrian requirements when they are injured. For instance it could never be anticipated that a vehicle would plow into a strip mall. If you are injured by a driver’s negligence or reckless driving you must contact a dedicated Los Angeles auto accident lawyer immediately. There are a number things that you must do to ensure that you are fairly compensated. Allow our knowledgeable lawyers to assist you by calling (800) 715-4489.
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