After being injured in an automobile accident, chances are you are in pain, your medical bills are stacking up and you’re out of work and unable to earn any money. What’s worse, the accident happened because of another driver’s negligence.
The following are tips to remember if you are involved in an accident:
· Do not sign anything given to you until you speak to an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney
· Take pictures of your vehicle and the scene around you
· Get the names of witnesses
· Keep records of everything pertaining to the accident
· Visit your doctor immediately
· Contact your insurance company
If you are the victim in an automobile accident, contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney who will fight on your behalf to recover the compensation you need for medical bills, pain and suffering, and lost wages.
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A 47-year old man was killed in Lake Elsinore when his vehicle was broadsided by a pickup truck at an intersection recently.
The man was taken to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced dead shortly after.
The California Highway Patrol officers are investigating to determine why this fatal accident occurred. They are looking into the possibility that the driver was distracted or just plain negligent. If it is determined that the truck driver was at fault, he or she can be held liable for the victim’s wrongful death.
They would be wise to contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney to see if they can file a wrongful death lawsuit to be compensated for their loss and expenses.
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It is no surprise that when a pedestrian is hit by a motor vehicle that he or she is at a disadvantage. After all, the pedestrian has nothing to protect him or her – while passengers in a car have the safety of a metal frame around them.
Every year there is a large number of pedestrian accidents in Riverside County. Most are caused mainly because of alcohol and/or drugs, distracted driving, negligent or careless driving and failure to yield the right of way.
If you have been involved in a pedestrian accident that could have been prevented, I urge you to contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney as soon as possible to seek compensation for your injuries and expenses.
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When facing a driving under the influence charge in Riverside County, many individuals have difficulty understanding what they have been charged with. The law is complex and the penalties involved in this charge are severe.
Most people who face these types of charges are not criminals, but ordinary individuals who have never faced the criminal justice system before and probably never will again.
Under California law, all drivers are deemed to have given consent to chemical testing of his or her blood to determine the alcoholic content (BAC) if arrested for a California DUI. This is known as California’s Implied Consent Law.
If you have been charged with a DUI in Riverside County, contact an experienced Riverside County Criminal Law attorney who has a reputation for success in DUI defense.
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The California Highway Patrol reported that a 20-year old Riverside County man driving in Perris recently died when the car behind him rear-ended him. There were two passengers in the vehicle with him.
The 49-year old at-fault driver is suspected of driving drunk at a very high speed. Her actions caused the young man to crash through a guardrail and drive down an embankment – causing fatal injuries. One of the passengers from the vehicle that was hit, a 19-year old, pulled the other driver out of her vehicle before it caught fire. The passenger sustained moderate injuries while the other passenger sustained major injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital where he was listed in critical condition. The at-fault driver sustained major injuries. She is being held for suspicion of drunk driving.
The California Highway Patrol is investigating the accident. It would be wise for the at-fault driver to consult with an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney to determine what her rights and options are in this matter.
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An individual in a wheelchair crossing at a Palm Springs intersection was hit by a vehicle the other day. It is unclear if the person was using the crosswalk at the time of the accident.
Police responded to the scene, but no one had to be taken to the hospital. The only damage was sustained to the wheelchair.
California law states that motorists are required to yield to pedestrians to allow them to cross a street safely.
The accident is under investigation to determine why this happened. If you are injured by a motor vehicle while crossing the street, contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney who will look into the facts of your case to determine if you are entitled to compensation for your injuries and medical expenses.
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Three people out for a drive in Lake Elsinore the other day were injured when the vehicle struck a tree after the driver lost control.
The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department believes the driver may have fled the scene. The three passengers were transported to a local hospital and treated for injuries ranging from minor to life-threatening.
The accident is under investigation. Police are looking for the driver of the vehicle and are asking any witnesses who may have seen the driver to contact them.
If you are injured in an accident by another person’s negligence, contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney who will investigate the facts of the case and make sure you are compensated for your injuries and all expenses incurred.
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A 50-year old woman died on Interstate 15 in Riverside County after the vehicle she was traveling in overturned.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the vehicle was traveling at about 70 mph when the rear tire blew, causing the driver to lose control. The woman, who was a passenger, was not wearing a seat belt and was ejected. She was taken to a nearby hospital where she was pronounced dead several hours later. Her husband was wearing a seat belt and sustained minor injuries.
An investigation is underway to determine the cause of this fatal accident. If results determine that the tire was defective, the family of this woman should contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney who could possibly file a wrongful death lawsuit against the tire manufacturer.
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Palm Springs is a popular place for people of all ages to party – resulting in a problem with drunk drivers.
Statistics show that Palm Springs with a population of approximately 50,000 people has had more alcohol-related accidents in a given year than any other city in California of its size.
Unfortunately, it has been labeled as the worst city for drunk driving eight times out of the last nine years.
With over 200 restaurants and bars in this small city, people have an open invitation to have a drink or two and get behind the wheel and drive while impaired. These actions result in a high number of DUI accidents.
Police officers are cracking down on drunk drivers by setting up more and more DUI checkpoints throughout the city and surrounding areas. If you are arrested for drunk driving, you may be facing serious consequences including the loss of your driver’s license. Contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will get the best outcome for your case.
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Being an underage driver and having alcohol in your system can amount to a devastating situation. The “zero-tolerance” statute applying to drivers under the age of 21 is more stringent than laws applying to older drivers.
As a reminder, California law prohibits anyone under the age of 21 with a blood-alcohol concentration of 0.05% or more to drive a vehicle. Any violation of this law may lead to a minor DUI charge.
Juveniles who are charged and convicted of a DUI face severe consequences, which include suspension of your driver’s license from a few months to a year or more.
If you are a minor and you are stopped and arrested for a DUI, it is important that you contact a qualified Riverside Criminal Law attorney who has been successful in defending drunk-driving cases – one who will make a difference in the outcome of your DUI charge.
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