Northern California Accident Attorney Blog

SAN FRANCISCO -- A 22-year-old man is critically injured after he was struck by a taxi in the Mission District, San Francisco Chronicle reports. The collision occurred at about 2 a.m. Sunday, when the Yellow Town taxi driver, a 53-year-old man, ran a red light and struck the pedestrian who was attempting to cross Cesar Chavez and Guerrero streets. The pedestrian was taken to San Francisco General Hospital with life-threatening head injuries. The names of the individuals involved in the horrific accident were not immediately available.

Cause of the Pedestrian Accident in San Francisco

The accident on October 30th remains under investigation by the San Francisco Police Department. However, based on the information provided by the San Francisco Chronicle, it appears the driver may be at fault for the collision due to failing to stop at a red light. Authorities investigating the incident will also look at other factors that could have contributed to the crash such as distracted driving, vehicle malfunctions, and other negligent or reckless actions of the driver.

San Francisco Pedestrian Accident Personal Injury Liability

Many people each year in the US are injured when a driver runs a red light. These type of accidents are specifically dangerous when drivers speed up at the intersection to beat the light. In other situations, drivers are often distracted and do not realize the traffic light is red or even the presence of one. Therefore, following a terrible accident such as this one, the victim or the family of the victim would be well-advised to contact a skilled San Francisco pedestrian accident attorney. In the event, where the victim may not be able to speak to a lawyer immediately due to his injuries, the family would advised to speak to an experienced attorney to discuss the victim's legal rights in a personal injury claim, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation he is entitled to for medical care expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this tragic pedestrian accident.

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SACRAMENTO COUNTY -- A 7-year-old boy was fatally struck by a car on Thursday afternoon, The Sacramento Bee reports. This devastating accident occurred at about 1:20 p.m., when the boy, Tevon Webb, was attempting to cross Howe Avenue in the city of Arden-Arcade. The driver, a 37-year-old Sacramento woman, did not sustain any injuries after the accident. However, Webb suffered major head trauma and was transported to UC Davis Medical Center where he later died due his injuries.

Cause of the Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Arden-Arcade

Based on the information provided by The Sacramento Bee, it is not evident what cause the driver to hit the pedestrian and whether or not she could have prevented the collision from happening. Therefore, police officials investigating this October 27th pedestrian accident will monitor the situation and look at a number of factors that may have contributed to the crash such as distracted driving, reckless or negligent actions of the driver, the speed of the vehicle, and possible vehicle malfunctions.

Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

Collisions involving pedestrians and automobiles can result to catastrophic injuries and death. Children and the elderly are the most vulnerable to suffer from serious harm following an accident. Therefore, while authorities are still trying to determine what caused this crash to occur, the family of the victim would be well-advised to speak to a Northern California pedestrian accident attorney to discuss their legal rights in a wrongful death claim. A knowledgeable and experienced attorney who understands unique and complex incidents such as this one, can help the family in efforts in determining who is responsible for the crash, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation for funeral/burial costs, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship.

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SACRAMENTO COUNTY -- A motorcyclist was tragically killed in a Sacramento hit-and-run accident Monday evening, The Sacramento Bee reported. The motorcyclist, Robert Preston Wilson, 64, of North Highlands, was struck by a white Volkswagen Bug at about 8:51 p.m. on the northbound lanes of Capital City Freeway. The impact of collision caused Wilson to be ejected from his bike and land on the freeway. As Wilson was lying on the roadway, a Mitsubishi Eclipse severely struck him as well. Witnesses at the scene told officials that the driver in the Volkswagen was weaving through traffic prior to the crash.

Following the two collisions, the driver of the Mitsubishi stopped, while the driver of the Volkswagen fled the scene of the accident. According to 10 News, the Volkswagen was found abandoned with a flat tire roughly an hour later on Interstate 80 near Elkhorn Boulevard.

UPDATE: 10 News reported on October 27th that the hit-and-run driver involved in a fatal Sacramento accident on Interstate 80 was arrested on Wednesday. The driver, Sequoia Jones, 22, of Sacramento, is being charged with felony hit-and-run, and vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence.

Cause of the Hit-And-Run Motorcycle Crash in Sacramento

The accident on October 24th remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol. However, based on the information provided by The Sacramento Bee and 10 News, it is unclear why the driver of the Volkswagen Bug failed to stop. Under the 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." Anyone with information regarding this fatal incident is asked to call the California Highway Dispatch at (916)338-6710, or after-hours at (916)861-1300.

Motorcycle Accident Wrongful Death Liability

The sudden and unexpected loss of a loved one can be traumatizing and devastating for family members. Therefore, while the accident remains ongoing, the family of the victim would be well-advised to contact a Sacramento motorcycle accident lawyer. A skilled attorney who has handled Northern California hit-and-run motorcycle collisions, can advise the family of their legal rights, help in efforts to locate the driver, and determine the best course of action to the hold the responsible parties financially liable. If the family decides to take action in a wrongful death claim, an attorney can help them receive the maximum compensation they are entitled to for funeral/burial costs, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other related damages in this tragic motorcycle accident.

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FRESNO COUNTY -- A man and his dog was seriously hit by a vehicle in the city of Clovis on Monday night, Fresno Bee reported. The man, Dennis Costello, 63, of Clovis, was walking his dog near Fowler and Shepherd avenues around 8 p.m. at a crosswalk that has embedded lights. As Costello was attempting to cross the street, both him and his dog was severely struck by a vehicle. According to Clovis police spokeswoman Janet Stoll-Lee, the driver apparently did not see the pedestrian and his dog or the crosswalk lights, before crashing into him. Following this devastating accident, Costello was reported to have died at the scene, and his dog was transported to emergency pet hospital to treat a broken leg.

Cause of the Clovis Pedestrian Accident

Based on the limited information provided by the Fresno Bee, it is not known what caused the driver to have struck the pedestrian. Therefore, police officials investigating the collision will certainly look at numerous factors that include, distracted driving, the speed of the vehicle at the time of accident, road conditions, and/or negligent and reckless actions of the driver.

Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

In a fatal pedestrian accident such as this one on October 24th, the family of the victim would be well-advised to immediately contact a Fresno pedestrian accident lawyer. An experienced attorney who has handled wrongful death claims can ensure the family's legal rights are protected, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation they are entitled to for funeral/burial costs, future anticipated lifetime earnings and benefits, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship.

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SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY -- A 9-year-old girl was tragically struck and killed by a van in Stockton, KCRA News reported. The girl, Julianna Radilla, was attempting to cross the street on her motorbike at the intersection of East Main Street and Dawes Avenue on Thursday afternoon when a Chevrolet Astro severely hit her. The impact of the collision caused the girl and the motorbike to catch fire. Following the accident, Radilla was airlifted to UC Davis Medical Center where she later died due to her injuries.

Cause of the Pedestrian Accident in Stockton

Based on the limited information provided by KCRA News, it is unclear how and why this collision occurred. Thus, it is impossible to determine who is at fault for the accident. Authorities investigating the collision will certainly continue to monitor this devastating incident and determine who is ultimately responsible.

Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

Pedestrian accidents involving children and automobiles can result to catastrophic injuries and death. Therefore, while accident remains under investigation, the family of the child would be well-advised to speak to a Northern California wrongful death lawyer. A skilled attorney who has the expertise in pedestrian accidents such as this one, can advise the family of their legal rights, and if necessary, hire a private investigator to reconstruct the accident to determine who is officially responsible. The attorney can also help the family recover the maximum compensation they are entitled for funeral/burial costs, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship, and other damages in this tragic October 20th pedestrian accident.

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HUMBOLDT COUNTY -- A male pedestrian, whose name was not released, was tragically struck and killed by a car in Hoopa, Times-Standard reports. The pedestrian accident occurred between 1 and 3 p.m. Wednesday on Pine Creek Road just north of Huckleberry Lane when a white pickup truck hit the man and then fled the scene. Details about the accident were not immediately available. However, the CHP are seeking information from anyone who witnessed or has information regarding this fatal hit-and-run incident.

Cause of the Hoopa Hit-And-Run Pedestrian Accident

The accident on October 19th remains under investigation by authorities. However, based on the limited information provided by the Times-Standard, it is not clear why the driver of the pickup failed to stop and remain at the scene of the accident. Under the 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."

Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

In a fatal pedestrian accident such as this one, family members of the victim would be well-advised to contact an experienced Northern California wrongful death lawyer. A knowledgeable attorney who has handled pedestrian accidents, can help the family in efforts to locate the driver responsible, protect their legal rights to hold the driver (if found) financially liable, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation for funeral/burial costs, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship. But, as it can be difficult to locate the driver who flees from the scene of an accident and in some cases, the driver is never found, the family can look into his insurance policy for financial compensation.

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SOUTH SACRAMENTO - A female pedestrian was tragically killed early Tuesday morning in South Sacramento, Fox 40 News reported. The fatal car vs. pedestrian collision was reported to the CHP at about 6:30 a.m. on Power Inn Road, north of Gerber Road at 68th Avenue. The CHP told the Sacramento Bee that the driver of the vehicle stopped following the incident. An investigation into the cause of the October 18th Sacramento pedestrian accident is ongoing. According to the CHP, the victim was not immediately identified.

Cause of the Sacramento Pedestrian Accident

Both Fox 40 and the Sacrmanto Bee provided very limited details as to what happened, and based on those reports, it is impossible to know what happened and who was responsible. The CHP will surely look at speed, the location of the woman in the road, and multiple other factors in determining what occurred and whether the driver could have prevented this collision.

Wrongful Death Liability

If it is determined that the driver of the vehicle caused this collision, he or she may be cited or charged. Additionally, the driver may be liable for the wrongful death of the pedestrian. Following a fatal accident where the cause is unclear, such as this October 18th accident on Power Inn Road, the family members of the victim would be well-advised to consult with an experienced and knowledgeable Sacramento wrongful death lawyer. An attorney who understands the unique and complex issues of fatal pedestrian accidents can advise the victim's family of their legal rights in this situation, and if warranted, the best course of action should they decide to pursue a claim against the driver.

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ALAMEDA COUNTY -- Over a dozen of people were injured in an Oakland Amtrak train collision on Wednesday, San Jose Mercury News reports. According to Amtrak train spokesman Cliff Cole, one of the Amtrak trains carrying eight passengers struck another train carrying approximately 137 passengers. The accident was reported around 10 p.m. and occurred at the intersection of Webster Street and Embarcadero. Passengers onboard the trains indicated that the impact of the collision caused them to be jolted from their seats and onto the floor. Following this terrible train accident, roughly 18 passengers sustained minor injuries, however, a Hayward woman reported that her daughter suffered a broken arm and was sent to hospital.

Cause of the October 12th Amtrak Train Crash

Based on the information provided by news reports, it is unclear what caused this collision to occur and whether or not it could have been prevented. Therefore, authorities investigating the accident will try to determine why this Amtrak train accident happened and who is ultimately responsible.

Train Accident Personal Injury Liability

Railroad transportation is generally considered safe, however, accidents do happen. When two trains are involved in a collision, serious injuries and/or death to any individuals involved can be the result. Therefore, while the investigation of the collision is ongoing, victims or family members of the victims would be well-advised to speak to a California train accident lawyer. A skilled and competent attorney who has handled personal injury claims in incidents such as this one, can advise the victims of their legal rights, help the victims in efforts to determine who is officially responsible for the crash, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation for medical care expenses, lost wages, disfigurement, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this horrible train accident.

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SOLANO COUNTY -- According to the San Francisco Chronicle, six people were injured in a terrible Dixon school bus accident. The collision was reported around 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, when the driver of the school bus, traveling east on Hackman Road decided to pass a slower-moving tractor-trailer that had its hazard lights flashing. The driver of truck then attempted to make a left turn, but instead, the driver hit the school bus causing it to overturn. Following the collision, the five children riding in the school bus sustained minor injuries, while the bus driver suffered moderate injuries. All six occupants in the school bus were then taken to local hospitals for further treatment.

Cause of the October 12th School Bus Accident in Dixon

The school bus accident remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol. However, based on the information provided by the Dixon Patch and the San Francisco Chronicle, it is unclear who may be at fault for the collision. Hopefully, authorities investigating the accident can come to a conclusion as to what happened and why.

School Bus Accident Injury Liability

While the accident is ongoing, victims or family members of the victims would be well-advised to contact a Northern California personal injury lawyer. A knowledgeable attorney who has handled complex and unique incidents such as this one, can advised the victims of their legal rights, and if necessary, hire a private investigator to reconstruct the scene of the accident to determine who is officially responsible. A skilled attorney can also help the victims decide the best course of action to receive compensation for medical care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other related damages in this terrible school bus accident.

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SACRAMENTO COUNTY -- According to The Sacramento Bee, a FedEx delivery truck severely struck a 10-year-old-boy. The accident occurred near Beitzel Elementary School on Caymus Drive and Chantal Way at about 1:30 p.m. Thursday, when the young boy ran onto the crosswalk and into a FedEx truck. As soon as the boy hit the truck, he fell and was tragically ran over by the truck's rear tires. The boy was taken to UC Davis Medical Center with a possible broken pelvis. The names of both the driver and 10-year-old child were not immediately available.

Cause of the Pedestrian Accident in Sacramento

The accident on October 6th remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol. However, based on the information provided by The Sacramento Bee and News 10, it is unclear why the FedEx driver was not able to see the child and if he/she was able to prevent or avoid the collision. Hopefully, authorities investigating this terrible pedestrian accident can come to a conclusion as to what happened and who is officially responsible. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the CHP at (916)681-2300, or the CHP Communications Center at (916)861-1300.

Pedestrian Accident Injury Liability

While this pedestrian accident remains under investigation, the family members of the child would be well-advised to speak to a Sacramento personal injury lawyer. A skilled attorney who has represented victims of Sacramento pedestrian accidents, can ensure the family's legal rights and interests are protected, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation the victim is entitled to for medical care expenses, disfigurement, pain and suffering, and other damages following this horrific Sacramento pedestrian accident.

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FRESNO COUNTY -- A devastating head-on collision on Sunday afternoon killed one and injured two others, Fresno Bee reports. The accident was reported at about 4:30 p.m. when a vehicle traveling southbound on Brawley Avenue veered onto the opposite side of the roadway, thus, colliding head-on with a northbound vehicle. The impact of the multi-vehicle collision killed the northbound driver and injured his female passenger. The southbound driver also sustained injuries and was transported via ambulance to Community Regional Medical Center, where he was reported in critical condition. The identities of the people involved in this accident were not available.

Cause of the Fresno Car Crash

The October 2nd car accident remains under investigation by the Fresno Police Department. However, based on the limited information provided by the Fresno Bee, it is not fully known what actually caused the southbound driver to veer from the roadway and into oncoming traffic. Therefore, authorities investigating this accident will try to determine what caused this crash and who is responsible.

Head-On Car Accident Injury and Wrongful Death Liability

Head-on automobile accidents can result to severe and catastrophic injuries and/or death. A number of reasons why head-on car collisions happen can be caused by vehicle malfunctions, dangerous roadways, and in most cases, driver error or negligence. Therefore, if police come to a conclusion that the southbound driver is responsible for the crash, victims or family members of the victims would be well-advised to speak to an experienced Northern California head-on collision lawyer. A skilled Fresno personal injury attorney can help the injured victim protect her legal rights and best course of action to receive the maximum compensation for medical care expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. In the event where the family of the deceased victim decides to pursue a wrongful death claim, the attorney can advise the family of their legal rights and help them recover the maximum compensation for funeral/burial costs, future anticipated lifetime earnings and benefits, loss of love, care, and companionship, and other damages relating to this tragic head-on car accident.

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