California Injury Blog

Published on: September 24, 2010

DUI Collision in San Francisco Area Proves Fatal

By Brian Chase

Roshan Rahbari, a recent high school graduate, was killed in a San Francisco area car accident, which officials say, was caused by a drunk driver. According to an NBC News report, the fatal crash occurred early morning on September 21, 2010, when a Ford Explorer driven by 18-year-old Mitchell Pennings went out of control along the Almaden Expressway near O’Grady Drive in San Jose. The vehicle then crashed into a light pole and burst into flames. Rahbari was trapped in the burning SUV and died at the scene. Pennings fled the scene, but was apprehended shortly afterward. Pennings has been booked on suspicion of felony drunk driving, fleeing the scene of a crash and vehicular manslaughter.

I offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Roshan Rahbari for their tragic and heartbreaking loss. Apparently, those who were with Pennings hours before the crash said he had been drinking and that they had tried to take away his car keys. Tragic! This crash could definitely have been avoided. A young life has been unnecessarily lost. Please keep this grieving family in your thoughts and prayers.
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Published on: September 23, 2010

Orange County Car Accident Injures Three

By Brian Chase

Three people were injured in an Orange County, California car accident, which officials say was caused by a 22-year-old U.S. Marine driving under the influence and also running a red light. According to a news report in The Orange County Register, Colin Newman was driving a Volkswagen Jetta the night of September 20, 2010, when he exited the 5 Freeway at Avery Parkway in Mission Viejo and went through a red light. The Jetta crashed into a Honda Element, which in turn collided with a Chevy Cobalt. Thee people were trapped inside the Element and taken to the hospital for treatment of unknown injuries. One person in the Cobalt complained of pain. Newman was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol.

My thoughts and prayers are with everyone injured in this Orange County car accident. I wish them all a quick and complete recovery.
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Published on: September 23, 2010

Busy Huntington Beach Intersections Threaten Residents

By Brian Chase

Congested intersections are a major cause of Huntington Beach car accidents, and it comes as no surprise that Huntington Beach has four of the top twenty five busiest intersections in Orange County, according to the Orange County Transportation Authority. With swarms of people trying to get to the beach, or just take in the sights and sounds of surf city, the streets have become packed with cars and pedestrians.

All intersections on the list were associated with Beach Boulevard, one of the main streets of Huntington Beach. Beach Boulevard is a direct route to the Beach, and is popular amongst residents and tourists. If you regularly drive on Beach Boulevard, take heed when approaching the following intersections.
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Published on: September 22, 2010

DUI Suspected in Fatal Los Angeles Car Accident

By Brian Chase

Semaj McKnight, 21, and Jessie Jackson, 26, were killed in a Los Angeles car accident, which officials say, was caused by a woman who was driving under the influence. According to a news report in the Daily Breeze, the fatal collision occurred early morning on September 18, 2010 in the 7700 block of South Western Avenue near 77th Street in South Los Angeles. McKnight and Jackson were passengers in a 2003 Cadillac CTS driven by 20-year-old Tamesha Bingham.

Police say the Cadillac was traveling north on Western Avenue at a high rate of speed when it crossed over the center divider into opposing lanes of traffic and struck a 2008 Honda Accord. The driver of the Honda was also injured, but the extent of his injuries is not yet known. Bingham was later arrested on suspicion of felony DUI and gross vehicular manslaughter.
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Published on: September 21, 2010

Michael Jackson’s Family Files Wrongful Death Claim

By Brian Chase

California wrongful death lawyers have been following a recent lawsuit involving Michael Jackson. The wrongful death lawsuit was filed against the entertainment company, AEG alleging that the company worked Michael to death.

The attorney who filed the lawsuit on behalf of Jackson’s mother and his children said, “the purpose of the lawsuit is to prove to the world the truth about what happened to Michael Jackson, once and for all.” The Jackson family believes that AIG put profits over Michael’s safety and health, which they claim caused his death. The Jackson family believes that AIG is liable for his death and for the actions of Michael’s physician, Dr. Conrad Murray.
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Published on: September 21, 2010

San Francisco Car Accident Causes Injuries

By Brian Chase

Two women, ages 22 and 23, were seriously injured in a San Francisco car accident, which officials say, was caused by a suspected drunk driver. According to a news report in the San Francisco Examiner, the injury collision occurred early morning on September 18, 2010 at the intersection of Fulton Street and Arguello Boulevard. Police say a 52-year-old male driver rear-ended the car carrying the women, which was eastbound on Fulton Street. Both women suffered life-threatening injuries. The man was booked on suspicion of driving under the influence.
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Published on: September 21, 2010

Pasadena Personal Injury Accidents

By Brian Chase

Located in Los Angeles County, Pasadena is a beautiful city full of natural scenic beauty and lively nightlife. If you have ever watched the Rose Bowl, then you have seen Pasadena. Every year Pasadena hosts the annual Tournament of Roses Parade and Rose Bowl football game. Although its citizens cherish this beloved city, Pasadena personal injury lawyers know that no city is immune to injury accidents.
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Published on: September 20, 2010

San Bernardino Personal Injury Accidents Occurring at Alarming Rate

By Brian Chase

San Bernardino personal injury lawyers know that there is no perfect city to live in. You can search this world with a fine tooth comb and not find a place free of crime and personal injury accidents. Every city experiences car collisions and victims will sometimes experience catastrophic injuries. Although most cities experience their fair share of problems, San Bernardino has been experiencing them at an alarming rate.

Weighing in at the 18th largest city in California, San Bernardino is a sizable city to say the least. Some of their major attractions include Robert V. Fullerton Museum of Art, the California Theatre, and the Fox Performing Arts Center among others.
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Published on: September 20, 2010

Pedestrian Seriously Injured In Oceanside Car Accident

By Brian Chase

William Merrick, 53, was seriously injured in a San Diego car accident, after he was struck by a vehicle while walking in a marked crosswalk the night of September 15, 2010. According to a news report in the North County Times, Merrick was crossing at the intersection of Coast Highway and Civic Center Drive when a 2006 Chrysler attempting to turn onto the highway hit him. Police do not believe alcohol was a factor. The driver, 20-year-old Francisco Arreola, has not yet been cited or arrested pending an official investigation.

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My thoughts and prayers are with William Merrick who has suffered life-threatening injuries in this crash. I wish him the very best for a speedy and complete recovery. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers.
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Published on: September 20, 2010

70 Men Take On the Boys to Men 100 Wave Challenge

By Brian Chase

The California personal injury lawyers at Bisnar Chase Personal Injury Attorneys are proud to announce the results of Boys to Men 100 Wave Challenge. Surfers picked up their boards and headed to the beach last Saturday in support of a worthy cause. Each one of the 70 participants woke up early to surf in 60-degree water with an ambitious goal of raising $1,000 each by catching 100 waves in 12 hours. Almost all of the surfers meet their goals this year and about 75% completed 100 waves!

The event went great. Surfers were provided with breakfast from the Souplantation, lunch from Rubios, and massages in the afternoon. The group was able to show off their skills, raise money for a great cause, and give a number of passerbys the opportunity to get more information about Boys to Men.
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