California Injury Blog

Three men suffered serious injuries on the job after the trench in which they were working caved in on them. According to a report in the Los Angeles Daily News, the construction accident occurred at 12130 W. Keswick Street in Sun Valley the afternoon of November 29, 2011. The three workers were buried up to their waists. They were rescued by firefighters and transported to an area hospital. One of the workers is said to be in serious condition and the other two are reportedly in fair condition. Officials are looking into what caused this cave-in.

My thoughts and prayers are with these injured construction workers. I'm relieved to hear that they were rescued in a timely manner. I wish them the very best for a speedy and complete recovery. Please keep them in your prayers.

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Brothers Richard Garritson, 21, and John Garritson, 18, were severely injured in a San Diego dog bite incident after they were attacked by a pack of dogs, the evening of November 27, 2011. According to a news report in The San Diego Union-Tribune, the brutal dog attack occurred when the brothers were out for a run with their two sisters and 9-year-old niece. The incident occurred on Cobb Lane near Coolwater Ranch Lane. Richard Garritson was airlifted to a hospital with bites to both his calves, while his brother, John Garritson, was hospitalized with less serious injuries. Officials say the brothers were trying to fend off six dogs that attacked them. An investigation is ongoing.

My heart goes out to both these men who have been mauled in this dog attack. Apparently, Richard Garritson is a competitive runner who was training to win a scholarship to Cal State San Marcos. Tragic! I pray for both the victims' speedy and complete recovery.

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If you are looking for the highest rated Orange County motorcycle accident lawyers, get ready to spend a lot of time investigating. There are countless motorcycle law firms in Orange County, but only a handful of them get the type of reviews that you would expect from them all. You might find a law firm who knows how to treat their clients, but then find out that they don’t know their way around a courtroom. You might find a motorcycle law firm that strikes fear in the heart of insurance companies, but they treat their clients with little respect and rarely pick up the phone to let you know how your case is going. If you are looking for a combination of the two, I suggest you find out exactly what you are looking to receive from your attorney, and how important a pleasant experience is to you.

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Personal injury accidents are called accidents for a reason - they're accidents! There is no way to tell when, where, or how they'll happen, but the fact of the matter is they happen. Knowing how to handle such accidents is crucial if you wish to receive financial compensation and stop another innocent person from suffering the same fate.

There are three major steps to take after personal injury accidents. Following them - in order - will make your case go much more smoothly and will take the headache out of the process.

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Marcos Stead, 48, was killed in a Huntington Beach car accident after he was hit by a vehicle while crossing the street. According to a news report in The Orange County Register, the fatal pedestrian accident occurred on Beach Boulevard, between Edinger Avenue and Stark Drive, in Huntington Beach, the night of November 24, 2011. Officials have not stated if Stead was in a crosswalk at the time of the crash. He was struck by a BMW X5, whose driver remained at the site to speak with authorities. Stead was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash. The 52-year-old female driver has not been cited for the collision, but the accident remains under investigation.

My heart goes out to the family and friends of Marcos Stead following this tragic car accident. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

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A woman was injured in a Newport Beach car accident, which officials say, involved two vehicles. According to a news article in Corona Del Mar Today, the injury crash occurred the afternoon of November 22, 2011 at the intersection of East Coast Highway and Marguerite Avenue in Corona Del Mar. Newport Beach police report an SUV and a Volkswagen were involved in the collision. One woman was transported to Hoag Hospital with unknown injuries. An investigation is ongoing.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the injured victim of this car accident. I wish her the very best for a speedy and complete recovery.

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Many different types of accidents and injuries can occur in Orange County, California including car and truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, dog bites, and food poisoning. A more unique threat in this county is amusement park accidents, such as a rollercoaster malfunction, due to the high density of amusement parks and entertainment centers such as Disneyland in Anaheim, and Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park. Nursing home abuse and neglect has become an epidemic with thousands of violations in Orange County being reported each year. We specialize in helping those that have been abused or neglected in retirement homes from Villa Valencia to Whittier Conventional get the justice they deserve. They may specialize in truck cases such as the truck accident attorneys Irvine who can be a great help in your case.

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The city of Burbank has a growing concern regarding bicycle accidents and personal injury in the city. Based on the number of complaints from the public, police are worried that the increase is in part a result of cyclist behavior, such as running red lights. This isn't the only cause of the accidents as motorists are responsible for many as well, but regardless, there is a problem and it needs to be addressed.

Over the last two years, the number of bicycle accidents has skyrocketed. Through October of this year, police have responded to 32 injury bike collisions - more than in all of 2007, when there were 24, and nearly as many as the 33 reported in 2008, Lt. J.J. Puglisi said.

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Larry Dean Hughes, 62, was fatally injured in a Los Angeles car accident after a Ford Mustang struck him and left the scene of the crash. According to a City News Service report, the major injury pedestrian accident occurred at the intersection of Exposition Boulevard at Normandie Avenue in Los Angeles, the early morning of November 21, 2011. LAPD officials say Hughes was walking south on Normandie Avenue while crossing Exposition in a marked crosswalk, when the Mustang hit him. The Mustang made a right turn onto Exposition and kept driving without stopping to help the injured pedestrian.

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California is a unique state when it comes to dog bite cases and personal injury. Other states stipulate that there is a "one bite" rule, meaning the first time a dog bites somebody, they have a mulligan of sorts. They have one "gimmie" to put it crudely. California doesn't have this caveat to our dog bite law.

California law says that the first time a dog bites somebody, the dog's owner can be brought up on charges of negligence and endangering individuals. Knowing this simple fact could mean many more dog bite cases in the coming months.

All one needs to prove to have a strong dog bite case is:

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Joseph Quezada, 20, was killed in an Orange County car accident, which officials say, involved a hit-and-run driver. According to a news report in The Orange County Register, the fatal crash occurred the evening of November 19, 2011 at the intersection of Cypress Street and Lambert Road in La Habra. Officials report the collision involved a white Toyota 4Runner, a black Nissan Xterra, a U-Haul truck, and a blue Hyundai Accent. The driver and passenger of the U-Haul, identified as 18-year-old Richard Ambriz and 19-year-old Dustin Lish, fled the scene of the collision, but were later arrested on suspicion of felony hit-and-run. Quezada, the driver of the Hyundai, was transported to an area hospital where he died from his injuries. Officials are still investigating the cause of the accident.

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A 9-year-old boy was severely injured in a San Diego car accident after he was struck by a city trash truck while riding a skateboard in the North Park area. According to a news report in The San Diego Union-Tribune, the major injury collision occurred the morning of November 17, 2011 at the intersection of Kansas Street and Meade Avenue. Officials say the boy was riding his skateboard on the sidewalk and rode into the street when he was hit. The victim was hospitalized with several broken bones and internal injuries. Officials are still investigating the cause of this crash.

My heart goes out to the young victim of this traffic collision and his family for what they are going through at this time. Thankfully, the boy was wearing a helmet, and does not appear to have suffered any head injuries. I pray for this child's speedy and complete recovery.

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Sadly, dog bites in Orange County are on the rise. It's a fact that while dog ownership has stayed about the same, dog bites and attacks have gone up significantly over the years. A growing population is most likely the cause and over-crowding of neighborhoods and apartment complexes.

Another good website to check out is aboutdogbites.com, which has virtually everything you'd need to know regarding dog bites and dog attacks in Orange County.

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Two people were injured in a Los Angeles car accident after a driver crashed his vehicle into a Norms restaurant. According to a City News Service report, the injury collision occurred at the Norms 24-hour diner at 470 North La Cienega Boulevard, during the early morning hours of November 17, 2011. A patron and a waiter suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The driver abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot. Officials say they found bottles of beer in the back seat and the floor of the abandoned silver Mercedes. Police have not released any information about the suspect. An investigation is ongoing.

My heart goes out to the injured victims of this hit-and-run car accident. I'm relieved to hear that they did not suffer life-threatening injuries. I wish them the very best for a speedy and complete recovery. Please keep the victims in your thoughts and prayers.

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Five people, including a 2-month-old baby, were injured in a Santa Ana car accident after two vehicles collided at a street intersection. According to a news report in The Orange County Register, the injury crash occurred the morning of November 15, 2011 at the intersection of First and Euclid streets. Officials report a Nissan Altima carrying two women and two children that was traveling west on First Street collided with a Diamond Environmental Services septic truck, which was traveling south on Euclid Street.

Police say one of the vehicles ran a red light. Investigators are still reviewing the video from a red light cameras in the area to determine who was at fault. The two women in the Altima were transported to area hospitals with unknown injuries, while the infant was hospitalized with serious injuries. Another 2-year-old boy from the Nissan was treated at the scene. The male driver of the truck suffered possible broken ribs. An investigation is ongoing.

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James McClain, 56, of Costa Mesa, was killed in a Newport Beach car accident after being hit by a car. According to a news report in The Orange County Register, the fatal pedestrian accident occurred the night of November 11, 2011 on Irvine Avenue near Anniversary Lane in Newport Beach. Officials have not released information regarding how or why the fatal collision occurred. McClain was pronounced dead during the early morning hours of November 12, 2011 at a nearby hospital.

My heartfelt condolences go out to the family members and friends of James McClain for their terrible loss. My thoughts and prayers are with this grieving family.

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Ozenia Brown, 79, was killed in a Los Angeles car accident after she was struck by a van while walking in a marked crosswalk. According to a news report in the Los Angeles Times, the fatal pedestrian accident occurred the evening of November 10, 2011 at the intersection of 110th Street and Western Avenue in South Los Angeles. Officials say the driver of the Chevrolet van, 70-year-old James Willie Douglas, failed to yield the right of way to Brown, who was in a crosswalk. Douglas was uninjured. Brown was pronounced dead at the scene. No charged have been filed against Douglas. An investigation is ongoing.

I offer my deepest condolences to the family members and friends of Ozenia Brown for their tremendous loss. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

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Unfortunately, dog bites are here to stay. Dog ownership has not declined in many years and bite rates have done nothing but gone up. This is most likely due to a growing population and over-crowding of many areas in Orange County. Several cities here are stacked with apartment buildings and apartment complexes which are basically breeding grounds for dog attacks.

Sadly, most of the victims of dog bites are children and even worse, most of the injuries are to their faces and necks. While fairly common, many people are unaware of dog bite cases. There are a few things you should know about dog bite cases in Orange County.

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Although the holidays bring happy times with family and friends, it can also bring injury and accidents, so knowing who the best California personal injury lawyers are could mean the difference between a wonderful winter and a disastrous holiday season. With so many to choose from it can be overwhelming, but we're here to help.

Personal injury law can be complicated and can certainly ruin a good time, so here are a few things you should know:

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Gary De La Rosa, 40, was fatally injured in a Costa Mesa car accident after he was hit by a vehicle while crossing the roadway. According to a news report in The Orange County Register, the fatal pedestrian crash occurred near the intersection of Harbor Boulevard and Bay Street, early morning on November 11, 2011. Costa Mesa police say De La Rosa was walking and pushing an empty wheelchair on Harbor Boulevard south of Bay Street, when a southbound Jaguar struck him. De La Rosa died at the scene. Officials have not cited or arrested the driver pending an official investigation. Anyone who witnessed the fatal crash is asked to contact Costa Mesa police at 714-754-5264.

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Two drivers in Riverside California died after a big-rig truck accident on Route 79. At 10 a.m. between San Jacinto and Perris California, a Dodge Ram pickup truck towing a motor home lost control and veered onto traffic, colliding head on with a big-rig truck that was transporting animal feed. The impact caused both truck drivers serious injuries and they were not able to survive. Both were over the age of 70.

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Dog bites are a serious threat in Orange County. Hundreds of bites occur every year and even more go unreported. Knowing what steps to take in the unfortunate case that you or a loved one is bitten can make all the difference.

The 5 most important steps to take after being bitten by a dog are as follows:

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Darwin Almeida, 3, was killed in a Santa Ana car accident, which officials say was caused by a suspected drunk driver who also left the scene of the crash. According to a news report in The Orange County Register, the fatal pedestrian accident occurred the evening of November 9, 2011 at the intersection of Fifth and North Bewley streets. Darwin's mother was walking in an unmarked crosswalk carrying her 1-year-old daughter and holding Darwin by the hand. At the time, an SUV pulled out of a nearby parking lot at a high rate of speed. The vehicle struck the boy, pulling him underneath the vehicle. The woman and the baby were lifted onto the hood of the vehicle before being thrown off. The driver of the SUV fled the scene.

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A 19-year-old man was severely injured in an Orange County car accident, which officials report may have involved a hit-and-run driver. According to a City News report, the injury collision occurred in the area of Harbor Boulevard and East Valley View Drive in Fullerton, the early morning of November 9, 2011. Officials found the victim lying on the roadway. He was transported to an area trauma center with head and leg injuries. Police say the man's injuries are consistent with a hit-and-run. An investigation is ongoing.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the injured victim of this hit-and-run car accident. I wish him the very best for a quick and full recovery.

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Two 14-year-old female students were severely injured in a Covina car accident after they were hit by a vehicle while walking in a crosswalk. According to a news report in The San Gabriel Valley Tribune, the injury crash occurred the morning of November 7, 2011 at the intersection of Lark Ellen Avenue and Tudor Street.

California Highway Patrol officials say the girls, both possibly students at Gladstone High School, were walking in a crosswalk at the intersection when they were struck by a woman in her 30s, who was driving a Honda Civic south on Lark Ellen Avenue. The two girls suffered major head injuries and blunt force trauma to other parts of their bodies. They were airlifted to a regional hospital in serious condition. It is unclear at this time if the driver will be charged or cited. An investigation is ongoing.

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Esther F. Kumasaka, 82, was killed in a Huntington Beach car accident, which officials say, involved two vehicles. According to a news report in The Orange County Register, the fatal car accident occurred the morning of November 5, 2011 at the intersection of Bushard Street and Adams Avenue. Police report Kumasaka was a passenger in one of the vehicles. The driver of the vehicle in which Kumasaka was a passenger was also injured, but the extent of his injuries is not known. Officials are still investigating the cause of this two-vehicle crash.

I offer my heartfelt sympathies to the family members and friends of Esther F. Kumasaka for their tragic and devastating loss. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

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Two adults and two children were severely injured in a Santa Ana car accident after a Volvo sedan plowed into a group of pedestrians at a street intersection. According to a news report in The Orange County Register, the major injury collision occurred the afternoon of November 3, 2011 at the intersection of Civic Center Drive and Spurgeon Street. Santa Ana police say two women were pushing strollers across Civic Center Drive when the westbound Volvo struck the pedestrians. The car landed on top of a 3-year-old girl and struck the two women as well as a 1-year-old boy. One other pedestrian, a 5-year-old boy, was not struck.

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With personal injury being such a confusing practice area of the law, we figured we'd put together a comprehensive collection of websites regarding personal injury and all of its facets. Knowing what constitutes personal injury and what to do in case of an accident are vital pieces of information in today's fast pace world.

Many cities in California, namely Orange County, are fraught with dangers and you definitely don't want to be caught unprepared. The difference between a good case and a bad one is:

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Four Covina teenagers were injured in a Los Angeles car accident, which police report, involved an underage drunk driver. According to a report in The Glendale News-Press, the DUI crash occurred on Honolulu Avenue at Ocean View Boulevard in Glendale, during the early morning hours of October 30, 2011. Officials say Eric Corona, 19, was under the influence of alcohol when the vehicle he was driving struck a large tree. He was arrested on suspicion of felony driving under the influence. Corona was not hurt but his four female passengers suffered serious injuries including dislocated hip, broken arms, a spine fracture, a compression fracture, and a cut to the head.

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Robert S. Johnson, 41, was killed in a Riverside car accident after he was struck by an SUV while crossing the road, the evening of October 31, 2011. According to a news report in The Press Enterprise, the fatal pedestrian accident occurred on Arlington Avenue near Lake Street. Johnson was transported to an area hospital where he died. Officials do not believe that alcohol or drugs were factors in this fatal collision. An investigation is ongoing. Anyone who saw this incident is asked to contact Riverside police at 951-826-8723.

I offer my deepest sympathies to the family members and friends of Robert Johnson for their tragic and heartbreaking loss. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

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Samuel Suh, 76, was killed in a Santa Ana car accident after he was struck by a vehicle while crossing at a street intersection. According to a news report in The Orange County Register, the fatal pedestrian accident occurred the morning of October 31, 2011 at the intersection of 15th Street and North Van Ness Avenue. Suh was at the intersection when he was struck, but officials are still looking into whether he was walking in a crosswalk. Suh was transported to a local trauma center where he died. The driver remained at the scene. No arrests were made. An investigation is ongoing.

I offer my deepest condolences to the family members and friends of Samuel Suh for their tragic and heartbreaking loss. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

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Although there hasn't been much of an increase in dog ownership, the rate of dog bites in Orange County have risen significantly. Whether this is due to a growing population, overcrowding of neighborhoods, or simply coincidence, it's happening. Dog bites account for about 4.7 million injuries each year in the United States with many more incidents going unreported.

Most of the time, children are the victims of these dog bites with injuries occurring to the face and neck. Adults are also attacked but on a much smaller scale. What people don't know about these injuries is that the victim's are often due large sums of damages.

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