Northern California Accident Attorney Blog

FRESNO COUNTY -- A 40-year-old woman from Sanger was severely injured in a car crash just after 6 p.m. Saturday night, CBS 47 reports. According to California Highway Patrol, Jeanette Martinez was side-swiped at the intersection of Belmont and Temperance Avenue. CHP stated, the driver, whose name has not been released, hit Martinez's vehicle after running a stop sign. Following the collision, Martinez and two of three passengers in her vehicle were transported to Community Regional Medical Center for further treatment. The driver and passenger of the other vehicle were taken to CRMC with minor injuries.

Cause of the Southeast Fresno Car Crash

The accident on August 20th remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol. However, based on the limited information provided by CBS 47, it appears the driver may be at fault for the accident due to either negligent or reckless actions. Therefore, Martinez and the other passengers had no way to prevent or avoid this terrible collision.

Car Accident Personal Injury Liability

While the accident remains under investigation, if authorities come to a conclusion that the driver who ran the stop sign is responsible for the collision, victims or family members of the victims would be well-advised to seek a skilled Fresno car accident attorney. A knowledgeable attorney who has the expertise in car accidents such as this one, can help the victims protect their legal rights and best course of action to receive the maximum compensation for medical care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this horrible accident.

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SAN FRANCISCO -- A pedestrian was struck and killed by a Municipal Railway bus in San Francisco's Castro District at about 2:30 p.m. Friday, Sacramento Bee reports. Police has reported the female pedestrian was walking through a crosswalk at the intersection of 18th and Hartford when she was severely hit by a Muni bus. San Francisco police Sgt. Michael Andraychack stated that the Muni bus is a shuttle for the F-Market line and was making a left turn onto Hartford while on its way to the 17th and Market streets F-Market line stop. Andraychack also noted that the bus was not carrying any passengers during accident. According to San Francisco Fire Department spokeswoman Mindy Talmdage, the pedestrian, who believed to be between 25 to 30 years old, was removed from underneath the bus and pronounced dead at 2:45 p.m. The bus driver reported to be cooperating with the investigation and will be tested for drugs and alcohol per San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency protocol.

Cause of the Pedestrian Accident in the San Francisco's Castro District

The accident on August 19th remains under investigation by authorities. However, based on the limited information provided by the Sacramento Bee and the San Francisco Examiner, it is unclear who is at fault for this accident. It is also not evident whether driver could have done anything to prevent this horrific collision. Hopefully, the investigation by police officials will reveal exactly what happened and why.

Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

While this accident remains under investigation, if authorities do come to a conclusion that the driver is at fault, the family of the deceased victim would be well-advised to seek an experienced and knowledgeable San Francisco wrongful death attorney. A skilled attorney who has successfully handled pedestrian accident claims can advise the victim's family of their legal rights and best course of action to recover the maximum compensation they are entitled to for funeral/burial expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this tragic pedestrian accident.

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Independent studies conducted by the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and Consumer Reports have shed light on the dangers associated with the use of toning shoes like Skechers Shape-ups, Reebok EasyTone and New Balance True Balance shoes. Using electromyography to record muscle activity, researchers at ACE found no evidence to support the claims made by the makers of Skechers and other toning shoe manufacturers. The Consumer Reports study found toning shoe wearers were more likely to sustain an injury when exercising than individuals who wore regular sneakers.

Skechers Shape-Ups Injuries

What's causing the growing number of toning shoe related injuries? Most toning shoes feature a rounded or curved sole, which is designed to throw a wearer "off balance." According to medical and fitness experts, it is toning shoes' curved sole that is making it difficult for wearers to make even the smallest maneuver without stumbling or tripping over themselves. A Maryland woman suffered multiple foot fracture injuries after taking just one wrong step in her toning shoes. Unfortunately, the Maryland woman is but one case out of a growing number of toning shoe related injury cases. Reports of stress fractures, hip fractures, chronic tendonitis, wrist fractures, ankle fractures, torn ligaments and muscle strains are rampant throughout the nation.

Maximum Compensation for Serious Injuries

If you sustained a toning shoe related injury and the manufacturer of the shoe designed an inherently dangerous product, you may be entitled to monetary compensation from the toning shoe manufacturer. To help you in your quest for justice, it is highly recommended you hire a northern California Skechers Shape-ups injury lawyer at the law firm of Estey Bomberger. Most manufacturers will invest millions to defend their product and will do everything in their power to prevent paying you compensation. Our team of lawyers have decades of experience going up against big corporations and have the resources necessary to properly prepare and litigate a large case. We will not rest until we obtain maximum financial compensation for your serious injuries. Some of the types of damages you may be entitled to compensation for include surgeries, lost income, medicine, loss of quality of life, mental anguish, doctor visits, physical pain and medical equipment.

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If you would like to learn how one of our award-winning Skechers Shape-ups injury attorneys could assist you, contact our office today to schedule a free case consultation. If your injuries prevent you from traveling, we will gladly meet you at your home or in your hospital room. Time is of the essence when filing a personal injury claim; so do not wait to phone our law firm.

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COTTONWOOD - A pedestrian was reportedly struck by a motorcycle Tuesday night in Cottonwood, KRCRTV.com reported. The accident was reported on Main Street near the OK Corral at about 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 16, 2011. According to hews accounts, a group of pedestrians was walking northbound on Main Street when one of them walked in front of a motorcycle that was also travelling northbound. The operator of the motorcycle and the pedestrian both suffered severe injuries and were taken to Mercy Medical Center.

The cause of this motorcycle vs. pedestrian accident remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol, who will surely review witness reports, skid mark evidence, speed, the location of the pedestrian in the street when the collision occurred, and other factors in determining what happened, and who was responsible. If the pedestrian walked into the path of the motorcycle, the pedestrian may be responsible for causing this accident and may be liable for the serious injuries the motorcycle operator suffered. On the other hand, if the motorcyclist caused this crash, he or she may be liable for the injuries the pedestrian suffered. While the cause of this accident remains under investigation, the injured victim of would be well-advised to speak to an experienced northern California personal injury attorney who can help ensure rights to compensation are protected.

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SACRAMENTO COUNTY-- Sabrina Carrasco, a 9-year-old Sacramento girl underwent a third surgery on Tuesday following a horrific dog attack in an apartment complex lawn area at 7718 La Mancha Way, News10 reported. Witnesses at the scene saw Carrasco playing with her teenage cousin Joandra Solis, and two toddlers before being viscously mauled by a neighbor's pit bull/labrador mix dog at about 9 p.m. Saturday. Prior to the dog attack, the pit bull/labrador escaped a fenced yard and rushed toward the girls. Solis picked up the two toddlers and told Carrasco to stay still. Frightened for her life, Carrasco tried to runaway but it was too late. Gina Knepp, spokeswoman for the Sacramento City Animal Control, reported Carrasco suffered injuries to her head, shoulder, side and back. Carrasco was taken to the University of California Medical Center at Davis to undergo further treatment.

Ana Reyes, Carrasco's mother, explained that her daughter is very traumatized by the event and will never be the same. According to UC Davis Medical Center officials, Carrasco is in good condition, but her doctors say there could be damages to the nerves on her face.

As for the dog owner, who didn't want to be identified, stated he didn't take the necessary precaution of alerting the parents that the kids, including one of Carrasco's relatives were provoking the dog in the past by throwing rocks, shooting pellets, and taunting it. However, he is very sorry for what happened and knows the attack was inexcusable. The owner has voluntarily given up the dog to be put down on Tuesday.

Cause of the Dog Attack in Sacramento

The accident occurring on August 6th remains under investigation by authorities. However, based on the information provided by News10, UPI, and The Sacramento Bee, it is evident the young girl could not prevent or avoid this violent dog attack. Therefore, the dog owner may be at fault due possible negligence and witnesses seeing the dog escape his fenced yard three times during the day of the attack. The district attorney's office will determine whether to prosecute the dog owner.

Dog Bite Personal Injury Liability

Injuries from a dog bite, attack or mauling can have long lasting physical and emotional consequences, especially in children. Dog owners can be held liable for injuries their dog inflicts due to negligence, violation of the leash law or law prohibiting dogs from "running at large," and keeping a dog with knowledge of the its history of injuring people. In situations such as this one, where it appears the dog owner may be at fault, family members of the victim are well-advised to seek an experienced Sacramento dog bite injury lawyer. A knowledgeable and skilled attorney who understands the serious physical and emotional effects of animal attack injuries can help the family protect their legal rights and receive the maximum compensation for hospital treatment expenses, disfigurement, pain and suffering, and future medical care relating to this devastating dog attack.

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Sales of Skechers Shape-Ups toning shoes, one of the latest trends in the fitness industry, have declined sharply this year. According to one estimate, Americans purchased nearly 10 million pairs of the shoes last year. However last week, Manhattan Beach, CA based Skechers reported the company lost $29.9 million in the second quarter, compared to a $40.2 million profit during the same time last year.

As more and more people are reporting injuries from the Skechers Shape-ups, Skechers currently is working to roll out a brand new line of lighter-weight, athletically styled Shape-ups and Tone-ups with smaller soles; those shoes were renamed "fitness" rather than "toning."

Northern California personal injury lawyers at Estey Bomberger are currently representing several dozen individuals who have suffered serious bone, muscle and tendon injuries while wearing the popular rocker bottom toning shoes. If you have been injured and would like to know more about your legal rights, contact the California Skechers Shape-Ups injury lawyers at Estey Bomberger for a free consultation.

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YOLO COUNTY - Three people were killed Monday afternoon in a chain-reaction wreck on southbound Interstate 5, the Sacramento Bee and multiple other news outlets reported. The triple fatal accident was reported just north of County Road 102 just before 12:45 p.m. on August 8, 2011. Two sport utility vehicles, a jeep, a small four-door passenger car and a tractor-trailer big-rig all went up in flames.

According to the Sacramento Bee, two adults in one of the SUVs died, as well as a child riding in the passenger car. Witnesses reportedly tried to retrieve the child rrom the car, but were pushed back by flames. Seven other people were taken to local hospitals, UC Davis Medical Center (Sacramento), Kaiser Permanente and Mercy San Juan Medical Center (Carmichael). Injuries reportedly ranged from moderate to severe.

News 10 reported that the crash began when traffic was beginning to merge into the left lane to accommodate an upcoming construction zone. A small car, reportedly possibly an Acura, was pushed into the center divider and became engulfed in flames. A Jeep Wrangler was then struck and pushed into the flames. It is unclear who two other vehicles and a larger truck became involved. The tractor-trailer ended up on its side.

Chain Reaction Crash Liability

This accident will surely be a complex and lengthy investigation by the California Highway Patrol. Multi-vehicle accidents, especially collisions involving commercial trucks, have unique liability issues. While this accident remains under investigation, the injured victims and family members of those who lost their lives would be well-advised to speak with an experienced and knowledgeable northern California truck accident lawyer. Attorneys who have successfully handled numerous personal injury and wrongful death claims arising from truck accidents such as this one can help the victims begin protecting their rights immediately. Damages obtained in a truck accident personal injury claim may include compensation for medical expenses and pain and suffering, or the wrongful death of a loved one.

Time is Of the Essence

Following an accident, valuable evidence, such as road debris, skid marks, and wrecked and burned vehicles are often quickly destroyed. To preserve the evidence necessary to demonstrate exactly what happened, and who was responsible, accident victims and their family members are urged to speak to an attorney as soon as possible, so that evidence can be preserved, inspected and photographed. A skilled California personal injury lawyer can arrange for an independent investigator to speak with witnesses, review accident reports, and reconstruct the scene of the accident and evaluate exactly what happened.

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ALAMEDA COUNTY - A suburb of Oakland and San Francisco, San Leandro has a population of approximately 85,000. When compared to cities of other similar sizes, San Leandro has a high incidence rate of fatal car accidents. According to City-Data.com statistics, San Leandro has been above the state average for fatal car accidents several years in a row. In 2009, five fatal car collisions, which resulted in five fatalities, took place in San Leandro, reports City-Data.com.

No one can ever be prepared for the pain, sadness and grief associated with the tragic loss of a loved one in a car crash. In the midst of grief, many surviving family members do not realize justice may be obtained in the civil court system. By filing a wrongful death claim, surviving family members can hold the person responsible for the death of their loved one accountable and may even be able to obtain financial compensation from the at-fault person. Money may seem unimportant to families suffering a devastating loss, but financial compensation can ensure family members do not suffer additional harm from the expenses that accrue as a result of a tragic loss. Surviving family members may be entitled to compensation for final medical bills, funeral and burial expenses, victim's anticipated work income and savings, and loss of support and companionship.

To learn more about filing a wrongful death claim in the state of California, consult a San Leandro car accident lawyer at the law firm of Estey Bomberger for a free case review. We will be able to determine the amount of time you have to file a claim and the types of damages you may be able to recover compensation for. Help is available; so don't wait to contact our law firm.

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