Fans in Riverside County gathered around televisions yesterday to watch the Superbowl. Close by were friends, food and alcohol. Some watched at home or a friend’s home, while others watched at the local bar.
Superbowl Sunday is supposed to be an exciting day for football fans, but unfortunately there are a high number of arrests made for drunk driving that day. It is okay to have a drink with your friends, but if you must, let someone who is not drinking drive you home.
California Vehicle Code Section 23152 (a) states, “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.”
If you have been arrested on a DUI charge in Riverside County, you are probably concerned about the criminal consequences your case might have on your life. Contact a Riverside Criminal Law attorney who has handled and been successful in DUI cases – an attorney who will work hard for you every step of the way to deliver the best results in your case.
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Drinking and driving can cost you a lot more than you think. The holiday season brings many festive times with friends and family. Unfortunately, it also brings an increased risk on our freeways.
According to statistics, thousands of people are injured or killed in California during the months of November and December as a result of alcohol-related accidents.
Reports indicate that a first offense can cost a driver more than $10,000 in fines, vehicle storage, attorney fees, restitution, DMV license reissue fees and increase in insurance rates. This is in addition to the costs incurred for an ignition interlock-device, booking and fingerprinting fees. The cost for someone under the age of 21 is even higher.
If you are arrested for drinking and driving during the holidays, contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will fight for your rights and your driver’s license.
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A 35-year old truck driver from Ohio fell asleep at the wheel, causing his big-rig to jackknife on Interstate 10.
The big-rig was hauling two empty trailers when it crashed into a ravine in the center divider, spilling about 10 gallons of diesel fuel on the road. A passenger was trapped inside.
The driver sustained major injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. A passenger who was sleeping in the sleeper berth when the accident occurred was taken by air to a hospital with major injuries.
Studies show that more truck drivers than not, admit to occasionally or regularly dozing off while driving – many resulting in an accident. It is a fact that most drivers work long hours and take little time off. In addition, many are non-compliant with regulations on driving and rest periods in order to meet their delivery deadline. Few fight fatigue by stopping to take a nap or stretch their legs.
If you are involved in an accident involving a big-rig driver who is fatigued, and you are injured, contact a Riverside Personal Injury attorney who has been successful in cases involving truck drivers. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and expenses.
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A 72-year old Morongo Valley woman stopped on the median of Interstate 10 because of a flat tire. As she crossed the road to get help, a vehicle hit her and then fled the scene – leaving her on the road by herself.
She was taken to a nearby hospital with major injuries.
California Vehicle Code 20001(a) states, “The driver of any vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to any person, other than himself or herself, or in the death of any person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident.”
The California Highway Patrol is looking for the driver, described as a Hispanic woman, about 25 years old. They are asking anyone who has seen her to contact them.
If you are the victim of a hit-and-run accident, contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney who will fight for your rights and make sure you receive compensation for your injuries and expenses.
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A Riverside County Sheriff’s Department officer was injured when his motorcycle collided with a truck in Palm Desert recently.
The accident occurred when he crashed into a pickup truck that was towing a trailer. The pickup truck was making a turn.
The officer suffered major, but not life-threatening injuries when he was ejected from the motorcycle; he is in stable condition. There were no other injuries reported.
The California Highway Patrol is investigating the accident but has not arrested anyone at this time.
If you are involved in an accident because of the negligence of another person, contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney who will investigate your case to determine if you are entitled to compensation for your injuries and medical expenses.
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A local hospital was fined $50,000 for leaving a metal clamp inside a patient during a surgery two years ago.
The object was found when the patient was getting ready for follow-up surgery a few months later. It was removed during the second surgery.
According to the California Department of Public Health, 12 facilities in the state of California have been fined for putting a patient in jeopardy for serious injury or death. The Department has been working with hospitals to prevent errors such as this one. In addition, they stated that medication errors account for the highest number of penalties, followed by retention of objects during surgery.
In the last several years, the California Public Health Department has issued approximately 200 penalties to over 100 hospitals.
If you or a family member have had surgery where the doctor left an object inside you, contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney who will investigate your case to determine if you can file a lawsuit for compensation of damages.
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An 87-year old pedestrian was killed in Temecula, by what police say, is a repeat DUI offender.
According to the police, the woman was walking her dog on the sidewalk when a car, driven by a 55-year old man, veered onto the sidewalk and fatally struck them. The woman was taken to a local hospital where she died.
The driver was driving with a revoked license; he has four previous DUI convictions and was not supposed to be driving. His vehicle is equipped with an ignition interlock device that detects alcohol but not prescription drugs, which is what he was using. He was arrested for gross vehicular manslaughter.
Police are investigating to determine what kind of drugs were in his system at the time of the fatal accident. 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.”
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of the woman who died. I urge the family to contact an experienced Riverside County Criminal Law attorney who is successful in DUI cases to file a wrongful death lawsuit so they can be compensated for funeral and medical expenses and the loss of their beloved family member.
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Did you know that more than 300,000 people suffer injuries from falls each year? Did you know that more than 15,000 deaths occur from a fall? Slip and fall accidents are the second leading cause of injuries in this country.
If you or a loved one has fallen on another person’s property as a result of a hazardous condition or someone’s negligence, you may be able to hold the owner of the property responsible for compensation. This is especially true if the property owner was aware of the hazardous condition and did nothing to correct it.
This applies to two types of conditions. The first is a temporary condition which includes spills or an object on the ground, sidewalk or stairs. The second is a permanent condition. Examples include a hole on the ground, stairs without proper lighting or no handrails.
If you fall under one of these circumstances, take photos of the scene as soon as possible. These hazardous types of accidents are difficult to prove. It is important not to give a statement or sign any kind of release without obtaining legal advice from an experienced Riverside County Personal Injury attorney. He or she will investigate and make sure evidence is preserved. Contact a Riverside County Personal Injury attorney as soon as possible - statute of limitations applies in most cases. California law requires property owners to use reasonable care in the maintenance of their property and to give proper warning of any dangerous conditions.
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A woman involved in a head-on collision in Moreno Valley recently has sustained injuries. Officers are not certain why one of the vehicles veered into oncoming traffic. I wish this woman a speedy recovery from her injuries.
California Vehicle Code Section 21651(a) states, “Whenever a highway has been divided into two or more roadways by means of intermittent barriers or by means of a dividing section of not less than two feet in width, either unpaved or delineated by curbs, double-parallel lines, or other markings on the roadway, it is unlawful… to drive any vehicle over, upon, or across the dividing section.”
An investigation is underway to determine if alcohol was a factor in this accident or if negligence played a part. An at-fault driver can be held liable for injuries and/or damaged caused and can also face criminal charges.
If you are a victim of a head-on collision or any type of collision, you may be able to receive compensation for your medical expenses and other related damages. Contact an experienced Personal Injury attorney who will investigate for you and make sure that the negligent party is held responsible.
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A 32-year old man who lost control of his minivan on Interstate 10 in Palm Springs, not only broke his leg, but the accident caused a 2-year old boy’s arm to break, a 5-year old girl’s leg to break, and a 6-year old boy and 35-year old woman to suffer head injuries.
The California Highway Patrol arrested him for drug intoxication combined with a treat separation on the left-rear tire, and negligence. Because of his broken leg, he was taken to a local hospital and not jail. The tire problem caused him to lose control; however, toxicology reports will determine the extent of his DUI charges.
Until the reports are issued, he will most probably face felony driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs and felony child endangerment charges. I would suggest he contact an experienced and knowledgeable Riverside County Criminal Law attorney as soon as possible because these charges should not be taken lightly.
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