Freeway wreck in Castro Valley injures two
Two women were injured, one critically, when the vehicles they were driving eastbound on Interstate 580 collided Saturday, the California Highway Patrol said.
Mira Hernandez, 27, of Oakland, suffered a fractured pelvis and facial fractures and was taken to Eden Hospital in Castro Valley after the Chrysler Sebring she was driving appeared to cut off a Jeep Cherokee driven by Patricia Brohard, 55, of Pleasanton, CHP officer Brian Adams said.
Brohard was driving about 65 mph in the far left lane, Adams said, when Hernandez appeared to steer the Chrysler Sebring to its left, crossing through one lane and then entering the No. 1 lane and colliding with the front of Brohard’s Jeep.
Both vehicles hit the concrete divider wall. Hernandez was unconscious when rescuers arrived, and Brohard was complaining of pain to her face, chest and ribs, and she had cuts to her face, Adams said. She was taken to Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in Hayward.
The collision remains under investigation.
Liability for Serious Injuries in Car Accidents
Seeking immediate counsel from an experienced Bay Area automobile accident attorney is well-advised following a car crash. In severe accidents such as this one the victims would benefit from speaking to an experienced personal injury lawyer regarding the protection of their legal rights and the compensation they are entitled to. And while it is uncertain who is liable for this incident, an attorney can also hire a highly skilled independent investigator to reconstruct the scene of the accident and determine who is responsible.
Attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a catastrophic injury. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its catastrophic injury cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention neccessary to obtain a successful result for your catastrophic injury case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and top expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all catastrophic injury and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm. Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so that we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the responsible parties who caused you or your family member catastrophic injuries!
If you or a family member sustained catastrophic injuries you need to contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler, an experienced law firm, immediately to protect your legal rights and preserve the evidence. The laws and time limitations can be complex so protect your legal rights by contacting the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today.
Pedestrian killed on Avenue 152 near Porterville
One person died Saturday after being hit by a vehicle west of Porterville, the California Highway Patrol reported.
The victim was walking near the roadway on Avenue 152 near Road 184 about 9:45 p.m. when they were hit by a vehicle, Sgt. Chris Boudreaux said. The victim sustained fatal injuries and died on the scene. Callers to 911 originally reported that they believed the body may have been an animal.
The accident was thought to have been a hit-and-run at first, but the driver of the vehicle had children in the car and told officers he did not want them to see what had happened, Boudreaux said.
The driver dropped his children off at his home nearby and returned to the scene of the accident.
Cause of the Porterville Pedestrian Accident
The cause of the April 14th crash remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol View . While it is uncertain whether driver negligence, distracted and unsafe driving caused or contributed to this tragic accident, the victim’s family would be well-advised to contact an experienced wrongful death lawyer. An experienced and knowledgeable lawyer can advise the victim’s family of their legal rights and best course of action to recover the compensation he is entitled to for medical care expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, or other related damages in this terrible pedestrian accident.
Pedestrian Accidents and Wrongful Death Liability
The laws regarding pedestrian accident cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
The California pedestrian accident attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a pedestrian accident. Such accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and pedestrian/bicycle accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention neccessary to obtain a successful result for your case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and top expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all pedestrian accidents and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm. Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so that we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the reponsible parties!
Woman killed on motor scooter ID’d
GARDEN GROVE – A woman who was killed in a suspected hit-and-run crash Thursday night has been identified by coroner officials as a 32-year-old resident of Garden Grove.
Authorities said Kimberly Krause was found injured on a sidewalk and taken to a nearby hospital. She was pronounced dead a short time later, according to a statement released by the Garden Grove Police Department.
The crash occurred at 8:48 p.m. when 43-year-old Steven Newcomer of Santa Ana was driving west on Chapman Avenue, according to the statement. At that time, Krause is believed to have been riding east on a motor scooter.
Investigators are still looking into how the crash occurred, but believe Newcomer attempted to turn left on Pioneer Drive when the SUV and motor scooter crashed.
Police said they believe Newcomer drove away from the intersection, but he was found a short time later.
Newcomer was arrested on suspicion of felony hit and run, felony DUI and vehicular manslaughter. He was booked into county jail.
Cause of the Garden Grove Crash
Investigators are still looking into how the crash occurred, but believe Steven Newcomer, 43 of Santa Ana, attempted to turn left on Pioneer Drive when the SUV and motor scooter crashed.
Motorcycle Accidents and Wrongful Death Liability
The laws regarding motorcycle accidents are complex and include many facets of the law.It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer such as Gary A. Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
The motorcycle accident attorney Gary A. Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a motorcycle accident. Such accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and motorcycle accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your case.
The Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and top expert witnesses to prepare for the trial of your case. As in all motorcycle accident and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm. Contact the Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler today so we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the responsible parties.
If you have been seriously injured or a family member has sustained fatal injuries from a motorcycle accident you need to contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler or another experienced law firm immediately to protect your legal rights and preserve the evidence. The laws and time limitations can be complex so protect your legal rights by contacting the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today.
3-year-old Girl Mauled by Pit Bull Mastiff in Victorville
VICTORVILLE, Calif. (KTLA) — A 3-year-old girl is recovering after being mauled by a pit bull mastiff in Victorville on Sunday.
Hayleh Harger was transported by air to Loma Linda University Medical Center after the attack on Easter.
Doctors treated her with 100 stitches and staples in her head.
The dog was brought over to Harger’s house by a neighbor, who was watching the dog for someone else.
“When I turned around the dog was on top of her and he was growling,” Harger’s mother Debra told KTLA.
“I could barely see her underneath him,” Debra said. “Almost her whole head was in his mouth.”
“I just remember running toward her and cussing, and I just remember punching to dog in the face.”
The dog is currently being held at the Devore Animal Shelter.
Officials don’t know who owns the dog, and may euthanize the dog if the owner isn’t found.
Dog Attacks and personal injury liability
CALIFORNIA DOG BITE STATUTE SECTION 3342
Under California Law, it is no longer necessary for the Plaintiff to prove that the dog was known to be vicious or had a propensity to bite. One bite alone is sufficient for liability. Dog owners do not get a second chance in California. They are liable for any injury their animals cause regardless of whether the animal had bitten anyone previously. Under California Dog Bite Statute Section 3342 the Plaintiff must prove in a dog bite case the following:
- Defendant owned the dog;
- The dog bit the Plaintiff;
- The Plaintiff was lawfully on the premises (express or implied consent to be on the premises) where the bite occured; and
- Plaintiff sustained injuries from the dog bite.
What You Should Do If You Or A Loved One Has Been Bitten By A Dog:
- Take pictures of your injuries immediately;
- Consult law enforcement and request that a police report be made;
- Keep copies of all medical bills and records;
- Continue to take pictures of the bite(s) as the wounds heal;
- Be sure that your doctor is qualified and determine if you are a candidate for plastic surgery to get rid of the scarring;
- If an adult who is employed sustained injuries and lost wages, keep a record of economic loss.
WE WILL FIGHT FOR YOU!
Demand accountability from dog owners. Settling dog bite claims can be difficult and complex. Many times the insurance companies will play “hardball” if you try to settle the case yourself or you have employed a lawyer who does not have the litigation experience to handle such a case. We at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler have 20 years of litigation experience and we know how to handle the insurance companies. We are prepared to front all of the costs required for the necessary investigations and expert witnesses needed to prepare your case for trial. Are the other law firms you are considering willing to front all costs?
In a dog bite case, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive a percentage of the settlement or verdict of what we recover for our attorney’s fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorney’s fees or costs are owed to our firm. Thus, in all personal injury cases, our fees are recovered as a percentage of any settlement or verdict awarded to our clients.
Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so that we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the responsible parties who caused you or your family member catastrophic injuries!
If you or a family member sustained serious dog bite injuries contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler, an experienced law firm, immediately to protect your legal rights and preserve the evidence.
2011 statistics
- 31 U.S. fatal dog attacks occurred in 2011. Despite being regulated in Military Housing Areas and over 650 U.S. cities, pit bulls led these attacks accounting for 71% (22). Pit bulls make up less than 5% of the total U.S. dog population.2
- Notably in 2011, adult victims of fatal pit bull attacks more than doubled the number of child victims. Of the 22 total pit bull victims, 68% (15) fell between the ages of 32 to 76, and 32% (7) were ages 5 years and younger.
- The year 2011 also marks an increase in pet pit bulls killing their owners. Of the 8 total instances this year in which a family dog inflicted fatal injury to its primary caretaker, the dog’s owner, 88% (7) involved pet pit bulls.
- Together, pit bulls (22) and rottweilers (4), the number two lethal dog breed, accounted for 84% of all fatal attacks in 2011. In the 7-year period from 2005 to 2011, this same combination accounted for 73% (156) of the total recorded deaths (213).
- The breakdown between pit bulls and rottweilers is substantial over this 7-year period. From 2005 to 2011, pit bulls killed 127 Americans,3 about one citizen every 20 days, versus rottweilers, which killed 29; about one citizen every 88 days.
- Annual data from 2011 shows that 58% (18) of the attacks occurred to adults (21 years and older) and 42% (13) occurred to children (11 years and younger). Of the children, 62% (8) occurred to ages 1 and younger.
- 2011 data also shows that 39% (12) of the fatal incidents involved more than one dog; 26% (8) involved breeding on the dog owner’s property either actively or in the recent past, and 6% (2) involved tethered dogs, down from 9% in 2010 and 19% in 2009.
- Dog ownership information for 2011 shows that family dogs comprised 65% (20) of the attacks that resulted in death; 74% (23) of all incidents occurred on the dog owner’s property and 29% (9) resulted in criminal charges, up from 15% in 2010.
- The states of California and Texas led fatalities in 2011, each with 4 deaths; pit bulls and their mixes contributed to 88% (7) of the 8 deaths. North Carolina, New Mexico, South Carolina and Virginia each incurred 2 deaths.
- 2011 Fatal Dog attacks by breed
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Man in wheelchair killed by car in Fresno
Police are investigating an incident in which a man in a wheelchair was struck and killed by a car Tuesday night in southeast Fresno.
The Fresno County coroner identified the man as Moses Lara, 60. The fatal incident happened about 10:30 p.m. near Clovis Avenue and Kings Canyon Road.
Pedestrian Accidents and Wrongful Death Liability
As a pedestrian you should be able to walk in the crosswalk, feeling safe and confident. Unfortunately, in California we know all to well that car drivers do not take the time to yield the right of way to pedestrians in crosswalks, and innocent pedestrians get seriously injured and sometimes even killed.
When you suffer serious/traumatic injuries or a loved one’s death, you are entitled to compensation (medical bills, funeral costs, lost wages, future wages and pain and suffering). The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler will aggressively represent you and fight for your rights against the insurance companies for the monetary damages you deserve.
Unfortunately, the reality of most pedestrian accident victims usually sustain serious/catastrophic injuries which many times results in death. Over the past twenty years attorney Gary A Kessler has a proven successful track record demanding accountability from the responsible parties and obtaining outstanding results for his clients.
Demand accountability from those responsible for the pedestrian/bicycle accidents. Many times the insurance companies will play “hardball” if you try to settle the case yourself or you have employed a lawyer who does not have the litigation experience to handle such a complex case. We at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler have twenty years of litigation experience and know how to handle the insurance companies to your advantage. We are prepared to front all costs required for the necessary investigation and expert witnesses needed to prepare your case for trial.
The laws regarding pedestrian accident cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
The California pedestrian accident attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a pedestrian accident. Such accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and pedestrian accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention neccessary to obtain a successful result for your case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and top expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all pedestrian accidents and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm. Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so that we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the reponsible parties!
Pedestrian hit, killed by pickup in Mountain View
A man was struck and killed Monday night by a pickup truck in Mountain View, police said.
The crash happened near the corner of North Shoreline Boulevard and Wright Avenue shortly before 9 p.m., said police spokeswoman Liz Wylie.
The man driving the pickup was headed north on North Shoreline when he hit the pedestrian, Wylie said. The victim, who died at the scene, did not have identification on him.
The driver stopped after the crash and cooperated with police, Wylie said. The man, whose name was not released, was not under the influence of drugs or alcohol, police said.
The circumstances of the crash are under investigation.
Police are looking for a woman who performed CPR on the victim and left without giving officers her name or a statement about what she may have seen, Wylie said.
Cause of the Mountain View Pedestrian Accident
The cause of the April 9th crash remains under investigation by the Mountain View Police Department. While it is uncertain whether driver negligence, distracted and unsafe driving caused or contributed to this tragic accident, the victim’s family would be well-advised to contact an experienced wrongful death lawyer. An experienced and knowledgeable lawyer can advise the victim’s family of their legal rights and best course of action to recover the compensation he is entitled to for medical care expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, or other related damages in this terrible pedestrian accident.
Pedestrian Accidents and Wrongful Death Liability
The laws regarding pedestrian accident cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
The California pedestrian accident attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a pedestrian accident. Such accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and pedestrian/bicycle accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention neccessary to obtain a successful result for your case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and top expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all pedestrian accidents and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm. Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so that we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the reponsible parties!
Man on bike killed in SUV crash in East Oakland
A 51-year-old man riding his bike was struck and killed Sunday night by a sport utility vehicle in East Oakland, police said.
The crash happened at the corner of 78th and Bancroft avenues about 9:50 p.m., police said Monday.
The woman driving the SUV stopped after the crash, police said. They did not release her name.
The circumstances of the crash are under investigation.
The name of the victim, an Oakland resident, was withheld pending notification of his family.
Bicycles have as much right to be on the road as other vehicles. When automobile drivers violate the rights of a bicyclist, serious injuries and death can occur.
When you suffer serious/traumatic injuries or a loved one’s death, you are entitled to compensation (medical bills, funeral costs, lost wages, future wages and pain and suffering). The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler will aggressively represent you and fight for your rights against the insurance companies for the monetary damages you deserve.
The laws regarding pedestrian and bicycle accident cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced pedestrian and bicycle accident lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
The California pedestrian and bicycle accident attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a pedestrian/bicycle accident. Such accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and pedestrian/bicycle accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention neccessary to obtain a successful result for your case.
Father, Daughter On Bikes Die After Being Hit By SUV
Authorities say a 41-year-old Concord man and his 9-year-old daughter have been killed when a teenage driver behind the wheel of an SUV lost control of the vehicle and drove up on a sidewalk.
Concord police Lt. Bill Roche told the Contra Costa Times that Soliaman Nuri and his daughter, Hadessa Nuri, died after getting hit by the SUV as they rode bicycles on the sidewalk along the city’s Treat Boulevard around 9:30 a.m. Saturday.
Officials said a second daughter was also hit by the SUV and is hospitalized with minor injuries. Her name has not been released, but authorities say she is 12 years old.
The 17-year-old driver, who has not been named, was hospitalized with minor injuries.
Police said he will be arrested on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter after he is released from the hospital.
Police are investigating whether Rosen was on his cellphone when the wreck occurred, but phone records are just one investigative lead detectives were tracking, said Concord police Lt. Bill Roche.
Roche said it is common for cellphones to be involved in vehicle crashes, but declined to say if they played any role in the collision along Treat Boulevard, near Oak Grove Road. He said Rosen had been cooperative with police.
Investigators have also drawn a blood sample from the teen. Police will need to complete toxicology tests before they rule out alcohol and drugs as a factor.
Rosen’s family could not be reached Sunday.
Witnesses said the Escalade was traveling faster than the posted 45-mile per hour speed limit on Treat Boulevard before it went out of control, skipping the curb, shearing off a fire hydrant and plowing into a medical services building.
Several of the building’s brick columns were reduced to rubble, and the brick facade was broken and cracked, revealing splintered wood beneath.
Roche said it could be a week to 10 days before traffic investigators come to a conclusion about the cause of the crash.
Bicycles have as much right to be on the road as other vehicles. When automobile drivers violate the rights of a bicyclist, serious injuries and death can occur.
When you suffer serious/traumatic injuries or a loved one’s death, you are entitled to compensation (medical bills, funeral costs, lost wages, future wages and pain and suffering). The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler will aggressively represent you and fight for your rights against the insurance companies for the monetary damages you deserve.
The laws regarding pedestrian and bicycle accident cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced pedestrian and bicycle accident lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
The California pedestrian and bicycle accident attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a pedestrian/bicycle accident. Such accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and pedestrian/bicycle accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention neccessary to obtain a successful result for your case.
One dead, two injured in crash on Highway 119
One man was killed when a pickup crashed into a big rig on Highway 119 at Tupman Road near Taft, Ca. just after midnight Saturday, the California Highway Patrol reported.
The man who died in the midnight crash was a passenger in the pickup.
The Kern County Coroner has identified the man killed in a crash on Highway 119 at Tupman Road early Saturday as Rudy Pineda, 33, of Rialto.
The pickup driver and driver of the truck were both hospitalized.
The CHP said in a news release that Jason S. Porschakin, 34, of Bude, Miss., was northbound on Highway 119 approaching Tupman Road when his Dodge pickup drifted into the southbound lanes, then onto the shoulder and slammed into the passenger side of a Kenworth tractor pulling a tanker that was stopped on Tupman Road at Highway 119 facing south.
The passenger was pronounced dead at the scene.
Porschakin suffered major injuries.
The tanker driver, Williams D. Galvan, 29, of Bakersfield, suffered minor injuries.
Porschakin and Galvan were taken to Kern Medical Center for treatment.
Cause of the Kern County Crash
As a passenger, the deceased likely could have done nothing to prevent this fatal collision that ultimately took his life. The California Highway Patrol will surely look at the speed of the vehicle, witness reports, and other factors to determine what occurred and who was responsible. Collisions such as this one can have countless causes, including unsafe passing maneuvers, swerving to avoid an object in the road, falling asleep at the wheel, driving under the influence, or driver distraction.CHP officials have released no information about the circumstances of the crash.
Automobile Collisions and Wrongful Death Liability
While the accident on April 7th remains under investigation, the family members of the victim would be well-advised to seek immediate consultation from an experienced wrongful death lawyer. An experienced attorney can advise the victims of their legal rights and decide the best course of action in recovering the maximum compensation for their injuries, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Also, in unique and complex situations such as this one, an attorney can hire a highly skilled independent investigator to reconstruct the scene of the accident to determine who is at fault.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is a prominent and highly respected law firm in California and the United States. Gary A Kessler has been serving the people as an experienced wrongful death attorney for over twenty years dedicated and committed to obtaining the best results for his clients in each and every case. Through experience and education, our firm is able to expertly evaluate complex medical injuries and pursue wrongful death claims.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler has a sustaining record of outstanding results for their client’s wrongful death cases throughout California. Our firm specializes in difficult automobile vs. tractor-trailer rig(s), collision cases, uninsured motorists cases, rollover accident cases, bus and train collision litigation, defective product liabilty litigation, boating collision death cases, boating capsizing and drowning cases, backyard pool drownings, jacuzzi spa drownings, association and community pool drownings, accidental shootings, tractor-trailer and commercial vehicle fatality, fuel tank fire cases and wrongful death cases.
The term “wrongful death” is defined as the death of an individual as a result of the negligence, carelessness, intentional act of another individual, corporation, company or entity. Filing a proper wrongful death claim is extremely difficult and complex for families because they are not only dealing with their grief over the death of a beloved family member, but also complex issues of compensation as well. Wrongful death claims are usually sought after by relatives, siblings, or members of the decedent’s estate who have lost a considerable amount of money as well as loss of support and grief due to the wrongful death of the decedent.
In most states, if the death of a relative or spouse was caused by the wrongful act of another, surviving family members can file a wrongful death lawsuit against the negligent party or parties. In order to file a wrongful death claim, you must be able to prove that you will experience severe future emotional and financial hardship because of the loss of the death of a relative, family member or spouse.
Hwy. 74 wreck kills truck passenger
A 48-year-old Indio woman died Thursday about two days after a traffic accident that closed the Ortega Highway in the mountains above Lake Elsinore, according to California Highway Patrol investigators and Riverside County coroner’s officials.
Estee Sperrysmith was a passenger in a 1985 American General truck that ran off the highway at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday and rolled about 300 feet down a mountainside near The Lookout Restaurant, roughly two miles west of Grand Avenue in Lake Elsinore.
She died at 8:22 a.m. Thursday at Inland Valley Medical Center in Wildomar.
“The truck is still there,” CHP Officer Rigo Garcia said this morning. “There’s no way (tow truck operators) can get down there.”
The truck was being driven by 45-year-old Edward Stephen Burns of the Perris-area community of Nuevo. He suffered facial fractures and a broken left collarbone and right arm, the CHP reported.
Cause of the Riverside County Crash
As a passenger, the deceased likely could have done nothing to prevent this fatal collision that ultimately took her life. The California Highway Patrol will surely look at the speed of the vehicle, witness reports, and other factors to determine what occurred and who was responsible. Collisions such as this one can have countless causes, including unsafe passing maneuvers, swerving to avoid an object in the road, falling asleep at the wheel, driving under the influence, or driver distraction.CHP officials have released no information about the circumstances of the crash.
Automobile Collisions and Wrongful Death Liability
While the accident on April 4th remains under investigation, the family members of the victim would be well-advised to seek immediate consultation from an experienced wrongful death lawyer. An experienced attorney can advise the victims of their legal rights and decide the best course of action in recovering the maximum compensation for their injuries, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Also, in unique and complex situations such as this one, an attorney can hire a highly skilled independent investigator to reconstruct the scene of the accident to determine who is at fault.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is a prominent and highly respected law firm in California and the United States. Gary A Kessler has been serving the people as an experienced wrongful death attorney for over twenty years dedicated and committed to obtaining the best results for his clients in each and every case. Through experience and education, our firm is able to expertly evaluate complex medical injuries and pursue wrongful death claims.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler has a sustaining record of outstanding results for their client’s wrongful death cases throughout California. Our firm specializes in difficult automobile vs. tractor-trailer rig(s), collision cases, uninsured motorists cases, rollover accident cases, bus and train collision litigation, defective product liabilty litigation, boating collision death cases, boating capsizing and drowning cases, backyard pool drownings, jacuzzi spa drownings, association and community pool drownings, accidental shootings, tractor-trailer and commercial vehicle fatality, fuel tank fire cases and wrongful death cases.
The term “wrongful death” is defined as the death of an individual as a result of the negligence, carelessness, intentional act of another individual, corporation, company or entity. Filing a proper wrongful death claim is extremely difficult and complex for families because they are not only dealing with their grief over the death of a beloved family member, but also complex issues of compensation as well. Wrongful death claims are usually sought after by relatives, siblings, or members of the decedent’s estate who have lost a considerable amount of money as well as loss of support and grief due to the wrongful death of the decedent.
In most states, if the death of a relative or spouse was caused by the wrongful act of another, surviving family members can file a wrongful death lawsuit against the negligent party or parties. In order to file a wrongful death claim, you must be able to prove that you will experience severe future emotional and financial hardship because of the loss of the death of a relative, family member or spouse.
