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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A 30-year old man, suspected of driving under the influence in Menifee the other morning, crashed head-on into a woman’s vehicle, killing the 55-year old woman.
Reports indicate that the man, driving with his wife, drifted into oncoming traffic and then collided with the other vehicle. The man was taken to a nearby hospital where he is listed in critical condition. The wife suffered moderate injuries. Once he recovers, he will be charged with DUI and vehicular manslaughter.
I also wish the man and his wife a speedy and complete recovery. If you have been arrested for injuring or killing another person while driving under the influence, you need an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney to handle your case with confidence, competence and great care. Criminal convictions can derail your life and these charges must be taken seriously and acted upon promptly.
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The police are asking all drivers in the Coachella Valley to stay at home or find alternate routes until severe, hurricane-strength winds subside. The winds are causing significant damage across the valley.
Residents are without power - the local airport saw 66 mph wind gusts. Reports indicate that large dust clouds and blowing sand are causing low visibility on the roads. Uprooted trees and downed power lines forced many road closures.
The windstorm is believed to have been responsible for a two-vehicle accident involving an automobile and a bus on Interstate 10 near Palm Springs. One individual had to be cut out of a severely damaged vehicle, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.
Two adults and two children were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment of moderate to major injuries.
If you are involved in an accident that occurred due to severe road conditions or the negligence of another person, contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney who will investigate your case and make sure you receive the compensation you deserve.
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According to a report from the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, a Rancho Mirage driver who drove through a red light crashed into a vehicle crossing the intersection and then hit a second vehicle, causing that vehicle to collide with another vehicle.
Because of this negligent driver’s actions, three people suffered minor injuries and two suffered major injuries. The injured occupants were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. The more severely injured people were hospitalized.
Each year thousands of people are seriously injured in automobile accidents in Riverside County. It is imperative that drivers follow the rules of the road - to avoid driving recklessly and to drive with caution. When drivers fail to drive responsibly, especially by driving through a red light, the end result is never positive.
If you have been injured in an automobile accident, no matter what the circumstances of your case or what amount of injury you suffered, an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney can conduct a complete investigation to determine the value of your claim. You may be entitled to financial compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional trauma.
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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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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 Riverside County Coroner’s office reported that an 81-year old San Diego man died on Interstate 10 near Whitewater recently.
Reports indicate that the man died after his SUV veered off the freeway and then rolled over. Investigators are checking into what happened to cause him to drive off the road. They are looking into a possible medical problem that may have played a factor in this fatal accident. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
If the investigation determines that the SUV had a defective part or the tires caused him to veer off the road, his family may be able to file a product liability lawsuit against the manufacturer. They would be wise to contact a Riverside Personal Injury attorney who has handled product liability cases.
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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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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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