A 3-year old girl was bit by a pit bull in Cathedral City. The dog belonged to her uncle.
The little girl received 150 stitches to the left side of her face. Apparently, after getting a tip about the attack dog, police learned that this was not the first time the dog attacked this little girl.
California Civil Code Section 3342 provides for “strict liability” against dog owners. The victim only needs to prove that he or she was bitten and that the defendant is the owner or the dog.
The child’s father was arrested on child endangerment charges after the family hid the dog from the police. They told police that the girl was bitten by a stray dog, giving little details about the attack. There is a felony warrant for the arrest of the dog’s owner; he is also being held on drug-related charges in lieu of $25,000 bail.
If your child is attacked by a dog, whether it is a stray or a family member’s dog, contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney who will help you recover the compensation you deserve for injuries, medical expenses and pain and suffering.
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A white collar crime is a non-violent act that consists of deception, usually by a business person or public official. Federal white collar cases are extremely complex and require a paper trail of data – used to take legal action. Sometimes it takes years before the lawsuit is filed.
Examples of white collar crimes include:
· Fraud – healthcare, securities, tax, real estate, wire, mail, bank, Internet, credit car
· Money laundering / counterfeiting
· Extortion
· Embezzlement
· Conspiracy
· Larceny
· Racketeering
· Perjury
White collar crimes are on the rise. Statistics show that one in three American households is a victim of a white collar crime; however, less than half report it. A white collar crime can be prosecuted at the California level or Federal level and can result in jail time.
If you have been arrested for or are placed under investigation for a white collar crime, contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will help you protect your legal rights.
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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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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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A 50-year old man was killed the other evening in Coachella by a hit-and-run driver.
The victim was taken to a local hospital where he died from his injuries later on.
According to California Vehicle Code Section 20001(a), “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.”
Police are asking anyone with information regarding this fatal accident to contact them. They reported that the vehicle had front headlight, hood and grill damage when it fled the scene. Once this driver is found, he or she will be brought to justice and held accountable for the death.
I hope the family of the victim contacts an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney who will investigate the case and make sure their legal rights are protected
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A 44-year old Riverside woman was killed after being hit by not one, but two vehicles while crossing a busy road the other evening. It is unclear if she was crossing in a marked crosswalk.
First, she was hit by a motorcycle. Minutes later a vehicle hit her. She sustained fatal injuries. The motorcyclist suffered scrapes, bruises and a few broken bones.
According to California Vehicle Code Section 21954, “Every pedestrian upon a roadway at any point other than within a marked crosswalk or within an unmarked crosswalk at an intersection shall yield the right-of-way to all vehicles upon the roadway so near as to constitute an immediate hazard.”
Officials are investigating what caused this fatal accident; however, no arrests have been made.
If a loved one in your family is killed because of another person’s negligence, contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney who can file a wrongful death lawsuit on your behalf – seeking compensation for medical expenses, funeral expenses and all other related damages.
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A 12-year old girl was bitten by a Pit Bull the other day. Riverside County Animal Control took the dog and had it quarantined. The girl was taken to a local hospital for treatment.
Dog bites account for hundreds of thousands of emergency room visits every year – they are the leading causes of personal injury. Anyone who is bitten by a dog should seek medical treatment immediately, especially if the dog’s health status is not known. If left untreated, it can cause serious infection.
If you or your child has been bitten by a dog, it is in your best interest to contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney because the owner of the dog is generally liable for your injuries and expenses.
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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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According to reports, a 62-year old Moreno Valley woman was seriously injured while crossing the street the other evening. Apparently, a vehicle struck her and then fled the scene, leaving her with severe head injuries and broken bones.
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 are seriously injured by another driver, contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney who will investigate the details of your case, make sure your legal rights are protected, and seek compensation for your injuries and expenses.
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A Palm Springs man crossing an intersection early the other morning was hit by a truck.
When police arrived, they found the man in the road with major injuries.
He was taken to a local hospital in critical condition. He died shortly after from his injuries.
Police are investigating the fatal accident; they are checking to see if alcohol and/or drugs played a part.
Injuries and death often happen when you least expect them and in ways you could not have anticipated. There are many unanswered questions that follow that may be answered with the help of an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney – who will fight for the justice you deserve.
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