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		<title>Elderly Pedestrian Killed in Car Accident</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 01:57:32 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Helena Heard, 79, was killed in a Butte County car accident after a vehicle hit her while she crossed the street, the morning of October 18, 2011.<p><a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com/car-accident/elderly-pedestrian-killed-in-car-accident-1648.html">Elderly Pedestrian Killed in Car Accident</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com">Personal Injury Lawyer Journal</a></p>
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<p>Helena Heard, 79, was killed in a Butte County <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/california-car-accidents.html" target="_blank">car accident</a> after a vehicle hit her while she crossed the street, the morning of October 18, 2011. According to a news report in the Oroville Mercury Register, the fatal pedestrian accident occurred at the intersection of Olive Highway and Foothill Boulevard in Oroville. Officials say Heard was using the crosswalk, when a car driven by Barbara King, 85, of Oroville turned left and struck the victim. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. It is not clear what caused the accident or if King will be cited for the fatal collision.</p>
<p>My heart goes out to the friends and family of Helena Heard who was killed in this tragic Butte County accident. My thoughts and prayers are with them during this difficult time.</p>
<p><span id="more-1648"></span><strong>Pedestrian Accident Statistics</strong></p>
<p>According to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), 13 people were injured in <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/pedestrian_accidents.html" target="_blank">pedestrian accidents</a> in Oroville. In Butte County as a whole, two fatalities and 40 injuries were reported involving pedestrian accidents, during the same year.</p>
<p><strong>Pedestrian's Right-of-Way</strong></p>
<p>Based on this news report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way to the pedestrian who was walking in a crosswalk. <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/california-motor-vehicle-code/crosswalks-21950.html" target="_blank">California Vehicle Code Section 21950</a> states: "The driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection." The same section also states that the driver of a vehicle approaching a pedestrian within any marked or unmarked crosswalk "shall exercise all due care and shall reduce the speed of a vehicle or take any other action relating to the operating of the vehicle as necessary to safeguard the safety of the pedestrian."</p>
<p><strong>Liability Issues</strong></p>
<p>I trust officials are investigating whether the driver was distracted, fatigued, under the influence, speeding, or driving recklessly at the time of the accident. If the driver is determined to have been at fault, she may be held liable for Heard's wrongful death. The family of a deceased car accident victim would be well advised to seek the counsel of a skilled <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/california-personal-injury-lawyer.html" target="_blank">California personal injury lawyer</a>, who will stay abreast of the official investigation and ensure that the negligent parties are held liable.</p>
<p>A knowledgeable car accident attorney will be able to determine whether a dangerous roadway condition caused or contributed to the incident. If that was the case, the city or governmental agency responsible for maintaining the roadway can be held liable. Under California Government Code Section 911.2, any personal injury or wrongful death claim against a public entity must be filed within 180 days of the incident.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com/car-accident/elderly-pedestrian-killed-in-car-accident-1648.html">Elderly Pedestrian Killed in Car Accident</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com">Personal Injury Lawyer Journal</a></p>
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		<title>Man Killed in North Hollywood Pedestrian Accident</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2011 23:45:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Angel Torres, 67, was killed in a Los Angeles pedestrian accident after he was struck by a motorcycle while crossing the road.<p><a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com/wrongful-death/man-killed-in-north-hollywood-pedestrian-accident-1598.html">Man Killed in North Hollywood Pedestrian Accident</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com">Personal Injury Lawyer Journal</a></p>
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<p>Angel Torres, 67, was killed in a Los Angeles <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/pedestrian_accidents.html" target="_blank">pedestrian accident</a> after he was struck by a motorcycle while crossing the road. According to a City News Service report, the fatal pedestrian crash occurred at the intersection of Strathern Street and Morella Avenue. Officials say 22-year-old Richard David Geist was riding his 2007 Suzuki motorcycle east on Strathern Street when he collided with Torres who was walking north across Strathern. Torres died at a hospital. Geist was also injured and transported to a hospital. He is said to be in stable condition. Anyone who saw this accident is asked to contact LAPD officials at 818-644-8036.</p>
<p>I offer my deepest condolences to the family members and friends of Angel Torres for their tragic and heartbreaking loss. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.</p>
<p><span id="more-1598"></span><strong>Pedestrian Accident Statistics</strong></p>
<p>According to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), there were 82 fatalities and 2,630 injuries involving pedestrian accidents in the city of Los Angeles. Countywide, pedestrian accidents claimed 179 lives and injured 4,918 people, during the same year.</p>
<p><strong>What Caused This Fatal Collision?</strong></p>
<p>Based on this news report, Torres was crossing at an intersection. Officials say he may have been crossing outside an unmarked crosswalk. However, they are looking for witnesses who saw this collision occur. Motorists are required under California law to yield right-of-way to pedestrians walking in marked and unmarked crosswalks.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/california-motor-vehicle-code/crosswalks-21950.html" target="_blank">California Vehicle Code Section 21950</a> states: "The driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection." The same section also requires pedestrians to walk only in designated areas and yield right-of-way to oncoming vehicles.</p>
<p><strong>Fault and Liability</strong></p>
<p>If the motorcyclist is determined to have been at fault for this collision, he could be held liable for Torres' wrongful death. In such cases, victims' families would be well-advised to seek the counsel and guidance of an experienced <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/los-angeles-personal-injury-lawyers/" target="_blank">Los Angeles personal injury lawyer</a>, who will stay abreast of the official investigation and ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected. The best personal injury law firms will always offer a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation to car accident victim and their families.</p>
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		<title>Suspected Hit-and-Run Driver Had History of DUI Arrests, Officials Say</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Jeanny Rojo Mabunay, 43, was killed in a Los Angeles car accident involving a hit-and-run driver, who officials say, has a history of DUI and drug arrests. <p><a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com/wrongful-death/suspected-hit-and-run-driver-had-history-of-dui-arrests-officials-say-1526.html">Suspected Hit-and-Run Driver Had History of DUI Arrests, Officials Say</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com">Personal Injury Lawyer Journal</a></p>
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<p><img src="http://www.bestattorney.com/blog-images/DUI/Report%20drunk%20drivers%20call%20911%20sign.jpg" border="0" alt="Jeanny Rojo Mabunay Fatal Auto Collision" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="300" height="250" align="left" />Jeanny Rojo Mabunay, 43, was killed in a <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/los-angeles-car-accident-lawyer.html" target="_blank">Los Angeles car accident</a> involving a hit-and-run driver, who officials say, has a history of DUI and drug arrests. According to the Daily Breeze, the fatal pedestrian accident occurred on Rosecrans Avenue, near Normandie Avenue, in Gardena, the night of August 20, 2011. A silver 2002 Honda Accord struck Mabunay as she crossed the street.</p>
<p><span id="more-1526"></span>Officials were able to track down and arrest 34-year-old Omar Rivera about four days after the fatal crash – thanks to an anonymous tip. It is not clear if Rivera was under the influence at the time of the collision, but authorities report many people in the area saw him driving erratically and at a high rate of speed just before the accident. Rivera has been charged with hit-and-run and vehicular manslaughter.</p>
<p>I offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Jeanny Rojo Mabunay following this tragic <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/hitnrunreward/" target="_blank">hit-and-run car accident</a>. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. I also commend the citizen who came forward with the anonymous tip, which helped law enforcement officials take this dangerous driver and repeat offender off the streets.</p>
<p><strong>History of Violations</strong></p>
<p>Based on the news report, this is not Rivera's first brush with the law. His rap sheet displays a dangerous pattern. In 2000, he was arrested and convicted of hit-and-run. The same year, he was arrested on suspicion of possessing marijuana while driving, but wasn't charged. In April 2010 Rivera was convicted of DUI and the same month was found guilty of possessing methamphetamine. He also has had numerous citations over the years for driving with a revoked license.</p>
<p>It is unclear if he had a valid license at the time of this <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/pedestrian_accidents.html" target="_blank">pedestrian accidents</a>. Since he was arrested about four days after the incident, it could be difficult for authorities to establish if he was driving under the influence. Apparently this is a person with a blatant disregard for the law and for the safety and well-being of others. Running away from the scene of a crash where another human has been severely injured shows a lack of common human decency.</p>
<p><strong>Claim for Compensation</strong></p>
<p>Mabunay's family would be well-advised to contact an experienced <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/los-angeles-personal-injury-lawyers/" target="_blank">Los Angeles personal injury lawyer</a>, who will better explain their legal rights and options. If Rivera does not have insurance or is underinsured, then, the family may be able to claim compensation through the uninsured motorist clause of their own auto insurance policy. The best personal injury law firms will always offer a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation to injured victims and their families.</p>
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		<title>Child Injured in San Francisco Hit-And-Run Car Accident</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 20:01:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ryan White, 9, and a 58-year-old woman were injured in a San Francisco car accident involving a drunk driver who fled the scene of the crash.<p><a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com/car-accident/child-injured-in-san-francisco-hit-and-run-car-accident-1476.html">Child Injured in San Francisco Hit-And-Run Car Accident</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com">Personal Injury Lawyer Journal</a></p>
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<p><img src="http://www.bestattorney.com/blog-images/DUI/beer%20can%20tops.jpg" border="0" alt="Ryan White Auto Accident" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="225" height="275" align="left" />Ryan White, 9, and a 58-year-old woman were injured in a <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/san-francisco-car-accident-lawyer.html" target="_blank">San Francisco car accident</a> involving a drunk driver who fled the scene of the crash. According to a report in The San Jose Mercury News, the hit-and-run car accident occurred on Mission Street in San Francisco, the night of August 4, 2011. The two victims were crossing the road when a white Toyota Tundra pickup, driven by 21-year-old Andrew Vargas, struck them and then drove away. Ryan is in critical condition and the woman suffered injuries to her foot. The authorities tracked down Vargas and determined that he was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the pedestrian accident and that he struck multiple vehicles as he drove away. He faces felony hit-and-run as well as drunk driving charges.</p>
<p><span id="more-1476"></span>My thoughts and prayers are with Ryan White and the other injured victim of this <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/hitnrunreward/" target="_blank">hit-and-run car accident</a>. I wish them both a complete and speedy recovery.</p>
<p><strong>San Francisco DUI Statistics</strong></p>
<p>According to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), 10 people were killed and 262 were injured in San Francisco <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/drunk-driving-murder.html" target="_blank">DUI collisions</a>. During that same year, there were 21 fatalities and 699 injuries reported due to pedestrian accidents in San Francisco.</p>
<p><strong>What Caused This Serious Injury Accident?</strong></p>
<p>Based on this news report, officials say the driver Andrew Vargas was not only under the influence of alcohol, but also struck a child, critically injured him and sped away from the scene. Appalling! Leaving the scene of a car accident is a serious crime under California Vehicle Code Section 20001 (a). Also, according to California Vehicle Code Section 23152 (a): "It is unlawful for any person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug, or under the combined influence of any alcoholic beverage and drug, to drive a vehicle." I'm relieved to note that this driver was apprehended and taken into custody before he could hurt more innocent people that night.</p>
<p><strong>Liability Issues</strong></p>
<p>If Vargas is determined to have been at fault, he could not only face criminal charges, but also be held civilly liable for the resulting injuries, damages and losses. The young victim's family can seek compensation from the at-fault driver for medical expenses and other related costs and damages, including pain and suffering, and emotional distress. An experienced <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/san-francisco-personal-injury-lawyer.html" target="_blank">San Francisco personal injury lawyer</a> will better advise injured victims or their families in such cases about their legal rights and options. For more information about the dangers of driving under the influence, please visit the Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) web site at www.madd.org.</p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 22:24:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Michelle Marchick, 24, and Andrea Reichenbach, 38, were seriously injured in a Butte County car accident involving a suspected hit-and-run driver. <p><a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com/car-accident/hit-and-run-car-accident-injures-two-1341.html">Hit-and-Run Car Accident Injures Two</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com">Personal Injury Lawyer Journal</a></p>
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<p><img src="http://www.bestattorney.com/blog-images/Cars,%20Bus,%20Truck%20Accidents/Car%20accident%20injuries.jpg" width="250" height="250" alt="Personal injury lawyer in California" border="0" align="left" hspace="5" vspace="5">Michelle Marchick, 24, and Andrea Reichenbach, 38, were seriously injured in a Butte County <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/california-car-accidents.html" target="_blank">car accident</a> involving a suspected hit-and-run driver. According to The Chico Enterprise, the pedestrian accident occurred along Olive Highway in Oroville, the morning of June 22, 2011. Marchick and Reichenbach were walking toward Oroville when an unknown vehicle struck them from behind. The driver immediately left the scene, and witnesses to the crash have not been located yet. Officials are seeking information from anyone who knows about the collision or the whereabouts of the driver.</p>
<p><span id="more-1341"></span>My thoughts and prayers are with Michelle Marchick and Andrea Reichenbach following this <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/hitnrunreward/" target="_blank">hit-and-run car accident</a>. I wish them both a complete and speedy recovery from their injuries.</p>
<p><strong>Pedestrian Accident Statistics</strong></p>
<p>According to California Highway Patrol’s 2008 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), 13 people were injured in Oroville pedestrian accidents. During that same year, six fatalities and 40 injuries occurred due to Butte County <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/pedestrian_accidents.html" target="_blank">pedestrian accidents</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Hit-And-Run Accidents</strong></p>
<p>Based on this news report, it appears that the driver struck the two women and then left the scene of the crash without stopping or helping the injured victims. Motorists are required by California law to stop and remain at the scene of the crash, exchange information and obtain medical attention for the injured. This driver apparently did none of the above. California Vehicle Code Section 20001 (a) states: "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."</p>
<p>I trust officials will promptly apprehend this driver and prosecute him or her to the fullest extent of the law. If you have any information about this accident, please visit our web site, <a href="http://www.hitandrunreward.com" target="_blank">www.hitandrunreward.com</a>. Our site allows witnesses to provide an anonymous tip and also become eligible to receive a $1,000 reward.</p>
<p><strong>Liability Issues</strong></p>
<p>A victim of a hit-and-run accident may pursue financial compensation for his or her loss by filing a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver. In cases where the driver is not found, financial compensation may still be available for the victims. An experienced <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/california-personal-injury-lawyer.html" target="_blank">California personal injury lawyer</a> will advise victims about how their own car insurance policy might apply to an incident where the hit-and-run driver is not located, or, in a case where the at-fault motorist is uninsured or underinsured.</p>
<p>Seriously injured in a California hit-and-run car accident?  Want to know if you have a case?  Want to know what your case is worth?  Want compensation for your injuries?  Want justice?  Want to make sure the same thing doesn’t happen to someone else?</p>
<p>Call your best friends in the legal industry after a Oroville pedestrian accident. Call 866-990-8787. The call is free. The advice may be priceless.</p>
<p>Call a BISNAR | CHASE California personal injury lawyer for a free professional evaluation of your case by attorneys who have represented over 6,000 clients since 1978. You will experience award winning representation and outstanding personal service by a friendly law firm in a comfortable environment.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Police are seeking the public's help to find the driver who was involved in a hit-and-run car accident that left 66-year-old Maria Luzon Villanueva seriously injured. <p><a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com/personal-injury/hit-and-run-car-accident-in-los-angeles-critically-injures-pedestrian-1270.html">Hit-and-Run Car Accident in Los Angeles Critically Injures Pedestrian</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com">Personal Injury Lawyer Journal</a></p>
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<p><img src="http://www.bestattorney.com/blog-images/Pedestrian%20Accidents/pedestrian_accidents12_250x187.jpg" width="250" height="225" alt="Car accident lawyer in California" border="0" align="left" hspace="5" vspace="5">Police are seeking the public's help to find the driver who was involved in a <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/hitnrunreward/" target="_blank">hit-and-run car accident</a> that left 66-year-old Maria Luzon Villanueva seriously injured. According to a City News Service report, the fatal pedestrian accident occurred the night of May 12, 2011 at the intersection of Olive Avenue and Lake Street in Burbank. Villanueva was crossing Lake Street when she was struck by an SUV that was turning from westbound Olive to southbound Lake. </p>
<p>Witnesses told officials that the SUV circled the fallen victim and then fled the scene. Villanueva, who was severely injured, was left lying in the street. The suspect vehicle is described as a large, silver or gold, four-door SUV last seen heading south on Lake Street. The vehicle may have some front-end damage. Anyone with information about this <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/los-angeles-car-accident-lawyer.html" target="_blank">Los Angeles car accident</a> is asked to contact Burbank police at 818-238-3100.<span id="more-1270"></span></p>
<p>My heart goes out to the Maria Luzon Villanueva and her family members who are dealing with this difficult situation. I wish her the very best for a speedy and complete recovery. She will be in my prayers.</p>
<p><strong>Hit-and-Run Statistics</strong>  </p>
<p>According to the California Highway Patrol's traffic accident statistics, there were 17,158 hit-and-run collisions that resulted in fatalities or injuries in California in 2008. A majority of these car accidents involved injuries. There were 247 deaths in 2008 involving hit-and-run collisions statewide.</p>
<p><strong>Leaving the Scene of a Crash</strong></p>
<p>Based on this news report, officials are still looking for this hit-and-run driver who struck down a pedestrian and then left her lying on the roadway without care or medical attention. This individual did not have the common human decency to stop and get help for the severely injured victim. Despicable!</p>
<p>Leaving the scene of an injury car accident is also against the law. California Vehicle Code Section 20001 (a) states: "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." </p>
<p>I certainly hope this driver is quickly apprehended and brought to justice. If you saw this collision, or, if you have any information about the vehicle or driver, please visit our web site at <a href="http://www.hitandrunreward.com" target="_blank">www.hitandrunreward.com</a> to leave an anonymous tip and become eligible for a $1,000 reward.</p>
<p><strong>Protecting Victims' Rights</strong></p>
<p>Villaneuva's family is probably feeling the pain both, emotionally and financially. Her medical bills are definitely going to be piling up. Hit-and-run victims or their families would be well-advised to contact an experienced <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/los-angeles-personal-injury-lawyers/" target="_blank">Los Angeles personal injury lawyer</a>, who will help protect their legal rights and options.</p>
<p>A skilled car accident lawyer will also advise victims about how their own car insurance policy applies to an incident where the driver is never found, or, in a case where the at-fault driver is uninsured or underinsured. If a dangerous roadway condition led to the accident, then, the city or governmental agency responsible for maintaining the roadway can be held liable as well. Under California Government Code Section 911.2, any personal injury claim against a governmental entity must be filed within 180 days of the incident.</p>
<p>Seriously injured in a Los Angeles County hit-and run car accident?  Want to know if you have a case?  Want to know what your case is worth?  Want compensation for your injuries?  Want justice?  Want to make sure the same thing doesn’t happen to someone else?</p>
<p>Call your best friends in the legal industry after a Los Angeles pedestrian accident. Call 866-990-8787. The call is free. The advice may be priceless.  </p>
<p>Call a BISNAR | CHASE <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/los-angeles-personal-injury-lawyers/" target="_blank">Los Angeles personal injury lawyer</a> for a free professional evaluation of your case by attorneys who have represented over 6,000 clients since 1978. You will experience award winning representation and outstanding personal service by a friendly law firm in a comfortable environment.</p>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 12 Feb 2011 00:48:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A teenager who was killed in a car accident in Ceres the morning of February 9, 2011, has been identified as 13-year-old Danielle Tarancon-Leon.<p><a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com/personal-injury/fatal-car-accident-involves-possible-stop-sign-violation-999.html">Fatal Car Accident Involves Possible Stop Sign Violation</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com">Personal Injury Lawyer Journal</a></p>
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<p>A teenager who was killed in a <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/california-car-accidents.html" target="_blank">car accident</a> in Ceres the morning of February 9, 2011, has been identified as 13-year-old Danielle Tarancon-Leon. Four other teens were also injured in this car versus pedestrian accident, which occurred at a street intersection after, officials say, 45-year-old Larry Dale Duke drove through a stop sign and crashed into the group of junior high students walking to school. Officials are looking into what caused Duke to crash into the group of pedestrians. No charges have been filed yet.</p>
<p>My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family members and friends of Danielle Tarancon-Leon for their terrible loss. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. I also wish the injured victims the very best for a swift and full recovery.</p>
<p><strong>Pedestrian Accidents</strong>    </p>
<p>There were no fatalities, but 11 injuries reported as a result of pedestrian accidents in Ceres, according to California Highway Patrol's 2008 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In Stanislaus County as a whole, five people died and 139 were injured as a result of <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/pedestrian_accidents.html" target="_blank">pedestrian accidents</a> in 2008.<span id="more-999"></span></p>
<p><strong>Laws and Liability Issues</strong></p>
<p>If the details of this news report are accurate, Duke drove through a stop sign and plowed into the teens. According to California Vehicle Code Section 21802 (a): "The driver of any vehicle approaching a stop sign at the entrance to, or within, an intersection shall stop as required by Section 22450. The driver shall then yield the right-of-way to any vehicles which have approached from another highway, or which are approaching so closely as to constitute an immediate hazard, and shall continue to yield the right-of-way to those vehicles until he or she can proceed with reasonable safety."</p>
<p>Police are also looking into whether distracted driving or a medical condition may have caused or contributed to this tragic car accident. If the driver is determined to have been at fault here, he could be held both criminally and civilly liable. A skilled <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/california-personal-injury-lawyer.html" target="_blank">California personal injury lawyer</a> will be able to better advise victims' families in such cases about their legal rights and options.</p>
<p>Lost a family member in a California car accident? Want to know your rights?  Want to know what your case is worth?  Want compensation?  Want justice?  Want to ensure the same thing doesn’t happen to another family?</p>
<p>Call your best friends in the legal industry after a fatal Stanislaus County pedestrian accident. Call 800-554-9082. The call is free.  The advice may be priceless.</p>
<p>Call a BISNAR | CHASE <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/california-personal-injury-lawyer.html" target="_blank">California wrongful death lawyer</a> for a free professional evaluation of your rights by attorneys who have been representing families of deceased accident victims since 1978. You will experience award winning representation and outstanding personal service by a compassionate and understanding law firm in a comfortable environment.</p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Jan 2011 23:44:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A man who was fatally injured in a suspected DUI collision in San Diego, has been identified by officials as 53-year-old Kelly Condel McPherson.<p><a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com/personal-injury/san-diego-car-accident-drunk-driver-884.html">Fatal San Diego Car Accident Involves Drunk Driver</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com">Personal Injury Lawyer Journal</a></p>
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<p>A man who was fatally injured in a suspected <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/drunk-driving-murder.html" target="_blank">DUI collision</a> in San Diego, has been identified by officials as 53-year-old Kelly Condel McPherson. The San Diego Union-Tribune reports that the fatal pedestrian accident happened in La Mesa the morning of January 1, 2011 when 48-year-old Dana Lohner struck him with her Ford Mustang. McPherson was walking on Murray Drive. Lohner was booked on suspicion of DUI.</p>
<p>I offer my heartfelt sympathies to everybody who knew and loved Kelly Condel McPherson. Please keep this grieving family in your thoughts and prayers.</p>
<p><strong>Pedestrian Accident Statistics</strong>	  </p>
<p>One fatality and 22 injuries were reported as a result of <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/pedestrian_accidents.html" target="_blank">pedestrian accidents</a> in La Mesa, according to California Highway Patrol’s 2008 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In San Diego County as a whole, 63 people died and 998 were injured as a result of pedestrian accidents during the same year.</p>
<p><strong>Drunk Driving Laws</strong>  </p>
<p>It is against California law to drive under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. A driver whose act of driving under the influence results in the death of another will likely face vehicular manslaughter charges. California Penal Code section 191.5 (a) states: "Gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated is the unlawful killing of a human being without malice aforethought, in the driving of a vehicle, where the driving was in violation of Section 23140, 23152, or 23153 of the Vehicle Code, and the killing was either the proximate result of the commission of an unlawful act, not amounting to a felony, and with gross negligence, or the proximate result of the commission of a lawful act that might produce death, in an unlawful manner, and with gross negligence."</p>
<p><strong>Liability Issues</strong>  </p>
<p>It would be in the best interests of victims' families in such cases to seek the counsel of a reputed <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/san-diego-personal-injury-lawyers/" target="_blank">San Diego personal injury lawyer</a>, who will stay abreast of the official investigation and ensure that their legal rights are protected. The best personal injury law firms will always offer a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation to injured car accident victims and their families.  </p>
<p>Lost a family member in a San Diego County car accident? Want to know your rights?  Want to know what your case is worth?  Want compensation?  Want justice?  Want to ensure the same thing doesn’t happen to another family? </p>
<p>Call your best friends in the legal industry after a fatal La Mesa pedestrian accident. Call 800-554-9082. The call is free. The advice may be priceless.  </p>
<p>Call a BISNAR | CHASE <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/san-diego-personal-injury-lawyers/" target="_blank">San Diego wrongful death lawyer</a> for a free professional evaluation of your rights by attorneys who have been representing families of deceased accident victims since 1978. You will experience award winning representation and outstanding personal service by a compassionate and understanding law firm in a comfortable environment.</p>
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		<title>Caltrans Worker Fatally Injured in Car Accident</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[A 32-year Caltrans employee who was killed in a car accident in Butte County the night of November 14, 2010, has been identified as Gary Smith.<p><a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com/personal-injury/caltrans-worker-fatally-injured-car-accident-785.html">Caltrans Worker Fatally Injured in Car Accident</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com">Personal Injury Lawyer Journal</a></p>
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<p>A 32-year Caltrans employee who was killed in a <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/california-car-accidents.html" target="_blank">car accident</a> in Butte County the night of November 14, 2010, has been identified as Gary Smith. KTXL News reports that the fatal accident happened near Chico on Highway 99, when Russell Hodge, a suspected drunk driver, drove right through a road closure that Smith and other Caltrans workers were in the process of setting up. Smith died from his injuries. Hodge was booked on suspicion of DUI and second-degree murder.<span id="more-785"></span></p>
<p>I offer my deepest sympathies to everyone who knew and loved Gary Smith for their terrible loss. Please keep this family in your prayers.</p>
<p><strong>DUI Collisions</strong>  </p>
<p>There was one fatality and 29 injuries reported involving <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/drunk-driving-murder.html" target="_blank">DUI collisions</a> in Chico, according to California Highway Patrol’s 2008 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In Butte County as a whole, 12 people died and 147 were injured due to alcohol-related car accidents in 2008.</p>
<p><strong>Drunk Driving Laws</strong></p>
<p>Based on this news report, Hodge was under the influence at the time of this tragic <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/pedestrian_accidents.html" target="_blank">pedestrian accident</a>. It is illegal under California law to drive with a blood alcohol content of 0.08 percent or higher. </p>
<p>According to California Vehicle Code Section 23152 (a): "It is unlawful for any person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug, or under the combined influence of any alcoholic beverage and drug, to drive a vehicle." A driver whose act of driving under the influence results in the death of another will likely face vehicular manslaughter charges under California Penal Code Section 191.5 (a).</p>
<p><strong>Victims' Claim for Compensation</strong></p>
<p>The family of a car accident victim who has been seriously or fatally injured by the negligence or wrongdoing of another can file a <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/wrongful-death/">wrongful death</a> claim seeking compensation for medical and funeral expenses, lost future income, loss of love and companionship, and other related damages. An experienced California personal injury lawyer will be able to advise families in such cases about their legal rights and options.</p>
<p>Lost a family member in a California car accident? Want to know your rights?  Want to know what your case is worth?  Want compensation?  Want justice?  Want to ensure the same thing doesn’t happen to another family?</p>
<p>Call your best friends in the legal industry after a fatal Chico pedestrian accident. Call 800-544-9082. The call is free.  The advice may be priceless.</p>
<p>Call a BISNAR | CHASE <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/california-personal-injury-lawyer.html" target="_blank">California wrongful death lawyer</a> for a free professional evaluation of your rights by attorneys who have been representing families of deceased accident victims since 1978. You will experience award winning representation and outstanding personal service by a compassionate and understanding law firm in a comfortable environment.</p>
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		<title>Pedestrian Fatally Injured by Hit-and-Run Driver in San Diego</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Oct 2010 23:11:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A man was killed in a early morning on October 19, 2010 after he was struck by a driver, who left the scene. According to The North County Times, the fatal car accident took place on the Black Mountain Road off ramp from Highway 56 in Rancho Penasquitos. The man was found lying on the roadway. Police are investigating the cause of this fatal pedestrian accident and are on the lookout for the hit-and-run driver.<p><a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com/personal-injury/pedestrian-fatally-injured-by-hit-and-run-driver-in-san-diego-732.html">Pedestrian Fatally Injured by Hit-and-Run Driver in San Diego</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.personalinjurieslawyerblog.com">Personal Injury Lawyer Journal</a></p>
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<p>A man was killed in a <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/san-diego-car-accidents.html" target="_blank">San Diego car accident</a> early morning on October 19, 2010 after he was struck by a driver, who left the scene. According to The North County Times, the fatal car accident took place on the Black Mountain Road off ramp from Highway 56 in Rancho Penasquitos. The man was found lying on the roadway. Police are investigating the cause of this fatal pedestrian accident and are on the lookout for the hit-and-run driver.<span id="more-732"></span></p>
<p>My deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of the man fatally injured in this tragic accident. My thoughts and prayers are with them.</p>
<p><strong>Accident Statistics</strong>   </p>
<p>According to California Highway Patrol's 2008 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), 23 people were killed and 533 were injured in San Diego <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/pedestrian_accidents.html" target="_blank">pedestrian accidents</a>. In San Diego County as a whole, 63 fatalities and 998 injuries were reported as a result of pedestrian accidents during the same year.</p>
<p><strong>What Caused This Tragic Car Accident?</strong></p>
<p>It is unclear at this time what may have caused this <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/hitnrunreward/" target="_blank">hit-and-run car accident</a>. It occurred in the early morning hours so it is possible that limited visibility may have played a role. Whatever the cause, it is outrageous that the driver involved failed to stop and to contact the authorities. The driver basically struck a man and left him to die on the dark roadway, all alone with no help or medical attention. Appalling!</p>
<p>Hit-and-run is not only a heinous act, but it is also illegal under state law. California Vehicle Code Section 20001 (a) states: "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." If you have any information about this incident or the hit-and-run driver, please visit our web site, <a href="http://www.hitandrunreward.com">www.hitandrunreward.com</a>. Our site allows witnesses to provide an anonymous tip and also become eligible to receive a $1,000 reward.</p>
<p><strong>Liability Issues</strong></p>
<p>In such cases, families of deceased victims would benefit from a consultation with an experienced <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/san-diego-personal-injury-lawyers/">San Diego personal injury lawyer</a>, who will advise them about their legal rights and options. A knowledgeable car accident lawyer will also advise families about how their own car insurance policy might apply to a hit-and-run car accident where the driver is not identified, or, in an incident where the at-fault motorist is uninsured or underinsured.  </p>
<p>Lost a family member in a San Diego County hit-and-run car accident? Want to know your rights?  Want to know what your case is worth?  Want compensation?  Want justice?  Want to ensure the same thing doesn’t happen to another family? </p>
<p>Call your best friends in the legal industry after a fatal San Diego pedestrian accident. Call 1-800-554-9082. The call is free. The advice may be priceless.  </p>
<p>Call a BISNAR | CHASE <a href="http://www.bestattorney.com/san-diego-personal-injury-lawyers/">San Diego wrongful death lawyer</a> for a free professional evaluation of your rights by attorneys who have been representing families of deceased accident victims since 1978. You will experience award winning representation and outstanding personal service by a compassionate and understanding law firm in a comfortable environment.</p>
<p>Are there any roadways in your neighborhood that are not safe for pedestrians?</p>
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