A 21-year old woman pleaded guilty to vehicular manslaughter for a drunken driving accident that killed a 51-year old highway worker several months ago in Riverside. She is facing an 18-year prison sentence.
Initially she was charged with six felony charges, including murder, gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, DUI causing great bodily injury, hit-and-run, and reckless driving.
Apparently, at the time of the fatal accident, the woman was drinking and driving on a suspended license. She attempted to get onto the Riverside Freeway and used a closed turn lane to enter the ramp, ignoring signs and concrete barriers as workers were moving equipment. She crashed into a loader and concrete barrier before crashing into the 51-year old worker.
She attempted to flee the scene but workers stopped her until the police arrived. The worker remained in critical condition for four days and then died.
Driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious criminal offense. Because DUI laws are complex, it is important that you contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who focuses on drunk-driving defense.
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An intersection in Cathedral City was the scene of heavy traffic and chaos the other afternoon when a dump truck hauling a trailer that was carrying a construction vehicle tipped over.
According to Cathedral City Police, the truck, hauling approximately 45,000 pounds, was riding at an unsafe speed and angle. Police do not believe drugs or alcohol were factors that caused this accident.
It was lucky because no one was injured. However, if you are injured because of someone else’s negligence, contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney who will investigate your case to determine if you are entitled to compensation for your injuries and expenses.
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If you are arrested for a driving or criminal offense, you are facing a serious situation. Driving on a suspended license is a criminal offense.
Every crime is different and therefore, the legal consequences vary also. However, regardless of what the circumstances are, your case will most probably result in severe penalties if you are found guilty.
California Vehicle Code Section 14601 “Prohibits driving when you know that your driver’s license has been suspended or revoked.”
If you have been arrested for driving on a suspended license, it is important that you contact a quality and experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney because your future and freedom are at stake.
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With more and more road work taking place on major freeways and roadways, injury accidents often happen in construction zones.
Drivers passing through construction zones can easily be distracted by the machinery and barricades along the way, leading to fender benders and injuries.
Drivers also have an expectation of safety despite the activity all around them. However, this is not always the case. Every year hundreds of people encounter hazards in construction zones that lead to accidents, injuries and sometimes death.
If you are involved in an accident within a construction zone, contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney who will fight to get you the maximum amount of financial compensation for your injuries and expenses.
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An Advance Health Care Directive or AHCD is a document that instructs medical personnel about your medical care if you become unable to make decisions on your own. It details the circumstances for when it becomes effective.
When it becomes effective it allows you to do either or both of the following:
· Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care - Appoint a health care agent or proxy (usually a family member or trusted friend) who will have the legal authority to make decisions for you and make sure your wishes are adhered to.
· Living Will – Outlines your wishes regarding life-sustaining medical treatment if you are either terminally ill or permanently unconscious. It gives your written instructions for your health care if you can no longer speak for yourself.
The creation of an Estate Plan and Medical Directives should be made with care in order to prevent the possibility of your wishes not being followed. If you are interested in learning more about an Advance Health Care Directive or any aspect of Estate Planning, contact an experienced Riverside Estate Planning attorney who will help you devise a plan to fit your specific needs and wishes.
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Did you know that a DUI in Riverside County can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony crime, depending on the circumstances surrounding the arrest?
An individual may be charged with a felony if the incident involves great bodily injury to another person. This is a very serious crime and you can end up in California State prison and also be required to pay restitution to each person you injured.
In addition, if you have several DUI charges on your record, you will most probably face a felony charge. With a felony charge, you must appear in court on every court date set.
If the other person is severely injured, you could be facing bail of at least $100,000 and a year-long suspension of your license.
If you are stopped for driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will fight for your rights today and in the future.
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I cannot stress enough to drive carefully when it is raining. Drivers tend to forget that since California does not get excessive rains, the roads are slippery when it does rain.
Riverside Police reported that a vehicle with several 20-year old men in it was speeding on a rain-slicked road the other afternoon. The car attempted to navigate an S-shaped curve when it began to slide, hit another vehicle going the opposite way, ran off the side of the road and stopped after it hit a post. One person sustained minor facial injuries.
The street was closed for a couple of hours while teams cleaned up the area.
If you are injured in an accident because another person was speeding on a rain-slicked road, contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney who will investigate to determine if you can be compensated for your injuries and expenses.
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If you own a 2001 or 2002 Mazda Tribute SUV, please read on.
Mazda has issued a recall for approximately 52,000 SUVs because of a master cylinder that can result in leaking brake fluid, posing the risk of a fire hazard if the fluid comes into contact with the anti-lock brake system wiring.
The recall involves Mazda Tributes made between April 2000 and July 2002.
If you own one of these vehicles, contact Mazda directly for more information.
However, if you own one of these vehicles and have been injured, contact a Riverside Personal Injury attorney who is successful in product liability cases and will investigate your case to determine if you are entitled to compensation for your injuries, damages and expenses.
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Police have all the advantages when it comes to having you submit to a blood test after being stopped for a suspected DUI. A blood alcohol test measures the amount of alcohol in your system to determine if you were legally drunk when a police officer pulled you off the road?
Blood alcohol tests are usually more accurate than a breath test. Although they are more reliable, they can prove faulty at times, especially is excess time elapsed between taking the blood sample and the execution of the lab test.
If you have been arrested for DUI after a blood test or if you want to know more about how a DUI charge can affect your life and what you can do about it, contact a Riverside Criminal Law attorney who has the experience defending those who have been accused of driving under the influence and will aggressively fight for your rights.
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Many clients have asked about leaving their assets to a trust for the benefit of their spouse. I tell them that trusts for a spouse can be created in a Will or in a Revocable Living Trust.
One example of a trust is a Credit Shelter Trust which allows a married investor to avoid estate taxes when passing assets on to their heirs. Upon the investor’s death, the assets are transferred directly to the beneficiaries. However, the surviving spouse maintains rights to the trust assets and the generated income during his or her lifetime.
Discussing end-of-life decisions is always a difficult time. If you have questions regarding the planning for your future, contact an experienced Riverside Estate Planning attorney who can help you manage your assets today, protect your assets in the event you get sick, and provide for the care of your family after you are gone.
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