Chemical Spill Forces Closure of 5 Freeway in Orange County

Posted on October 26, 2011 by admin

Authorities closed a portion of Interstate 5 to traffic after a chemical spill created hazardous conditions on the highway. According to news reports, a hazardous material unit with the Orange County Fire Authority determined that approximately six gallons of muriatic acid spilled off a truck. Apparently the California Highway Patrol began receiving reports of the spill emitting strong fumes in traffic lanes.

Emergency services shut down all lanes of the highway to allow HazMat teams to clean-up the area. A SigAlert was declared as traffic came to complete standstill between San Juan Creek Road and Camino Capistrano. No injuries were reported from the toxic fumes and nearby businesses did not need to be evacuated.

As an Orange County personal injury lawyer I urge motorists to alert emergency services by calling 911 to report hazardous material or debris that may cause dangerous driving conditions for commuters. If you or a loved one were hurt in a car accident in California, speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer to discuss your legal options.

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Shafter sees 3 of its residents killed in preventable crashes

Posted on October 25, 2011 by admin

A man killed in a car accident in Shafter, California, who was remembered by a friend as a godly man, is another victim of a casualty that could happen to any of us, local news reported.

As a Los Angeles car accident attorney I know that stop signs are there to be lawfully respected but sometimes, not even all the attention in the world will be enough. Intersections referred to as blind crossroads, may have different hurdles that block your perception of what’s coming ahead. That is what allegedly happened to this Shafter resident who was hit by a pick-up truck while driving his compact car.

Physical obstacles may be a hassle but sometimes, checking the traffic before a major shift can prevent accidents like the one involving a woman trying to perform a U-turn. Her car was hit by a semi tractor-trailer and allegedly died at the spot.

Around the same region, another man was also involved in a deadly accident when he hit his car onto a tree. Local news reported that the driver was claimed to not be wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash. In any of these cases, a personal injury lawyer is perfectly capable of helping all of those involved in these unfortunate events.

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2 Dead in Major Fresno Motorcycle Accident

Posted on October 18, 2011 by admin

Two people lost their lives in a major motorcycle accident in Fresno yesterday. According to news reports, the crash happened when a man riding a motorcycle collided with a Cadillac that was making a left turn into a private driveway. The biker was launched off the motorcycle and hit the pavement. The motorcycle rider died from his injuries. An elderly passenger in the Cadillac died in the vehicle crash as well.

Accident investigators are looking into the cause of the collision. Paramedics treated the elderly driver of the Cadillac for minor injuries sustained in the auto accident. The local community in Fresno is mourning the loss of the crash victims and plans are in place to hold a vigil for the deceased biker soon.

As a Fresno motorcycle accident lawyer I urge motorists to always take great care when driving near a motorcycle rider. Bikes lack many of the safety mechanisms available on other vehicles, leaving the rider susceptible to injuries in the event of a crash. If you or a loved one were hurt in a motorcycle crash, speak to an experienced personal injury lawyer to discuss the legal options available to you.

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Police Arrest Fleeing Suspect in High Speed Pursuit

Posted on October 13, 2011 by admin

A man was arrested after leading police on an hour long high speed chase through the city streets of Salinas. According to news reports, the chase began around 3 am when police attempted to pull over the driver of a Honda for speeding. The driver sped of, attempting to flee from police by weaving in and out of traffic and speeding through residential streets.

After discovering that the police chase suspect was driving a stolen car, officers laid out a spike strip ahead of the pursuit. The spike strip blew out the vehicle’s tires, causing the car to come to stop. The suspect attempted to flee on foot but was quickly apprehended and arrested by police officers that swarmed the area.

As a Petaluma personal injury lawyer I urge motorists to never attempt to evade a police officer. Fleeing from the police puts you and other motorists at great risk of harm, not to mention it is highly illegal. If you or a loved one were hurt in an auto accident, speak with a personal injury lawyer to discuss your legal options.

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Victim of Accident Can’t Remember Crash

Posted on September 30, 2011 by admin

A crash in Kennewick on Wednesday injured two men and a woman, according to recent news reports.

The accident occurred on Nine Canyon Road, about three miles south of Kennewick. A driver in a 2005 Dodge Magnum did not stop at a stop sign. The driver, a 52-year-old man from Kennewick, ran into a 2009 Saturn driven by an 18-year-old male, also of Kennewick.

The 18-year-old was treated at Kadlec Regional Medical Center in Richland. While he has been released since the accident, his mother reports that he cannot remember the crash.

The driver of the Dodge Magnum and his 30-year-old female passenger, also of Kennewick, were taken to Kinnewick General Hospital. The male was in stable condition as of Thursday evening, but no information was presently available regarding the female’s condition.

According to Washington State Patrol, all involved were wearing seat belts.

As a Vancouver car accident attorney, I’m glad that no fatalities have occurred as a result of this accident, and I hope all who were injured are able to recover quickly. If you or someone you know has been in an auto accident and believe you were injured at the fault of another, it’s in your best interest to contact a personal injury lawyer to help you proceed legally.

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Two Injured in Highway Crash

Posted on September 27, 2011 by admin

Two women were taken to the hospital on Friday after being involved in an accident in Othello, according to recent news reports.

The accident occurred on Highway 26, just west of Othello around 6 p.m.

A 21-year-old from Othello was headed south on Thacker Road in a Ford Escape and failed to yield as she turn onto the Highway, according to the Washington State Patrol. She ran into a four-door vehicle driven by a 22-year-old female from Mabton. The driver of the Ford Escape was injured, as well as a 21-year-old passenger in the four-door vehicle. The passenger is from Lacey.

The two injured females were taken to Othello Community Hospital. Washington State Patrol reported that everyone involved had on a seat belt.

As a auto accident attorney in Vancouver, I’m sorry to hear this accident occurred but hope that both these women are able to quickly recover from the injuries they sustained. In my experience as a personal injury lawyer, I’ve realized that drivers simply need to remain constantly aware. Even so, accidents can and will happen. If you’ve been injured in an accident and believe it was at the fault of another, I advise that you speak with a personal injury lawyer to discuss your legal options.

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Man Dies From Collision with Two Semis

Posted on September 23, 2011 by admin

A 59-year-old man was killed Wednesday when his pickup truck ran into two semi-trucks, according to news sources.

The accident occurred on State Route 17. The victim, a Warden resident, was driving a 2008 Lincoln Mark LT pickup southbound, just south of Othello. The 59-year-old apparently crossed the center divider to avoid hitting a semi-truck, which was stopped in order to turn left. When he changed lanes, he hit a northbound semi-truck driven by a 33-year-old from Texas, according to Washington State Patrol.

The impact caused him to run into the semi-truck he had initially attempted to avoid, driven by a 32-year-old from Moses Lake.

Everyone involved was wearing a seat belt, according to reports.

The cause of the crash is believed to be the inattention of the pickup driver. No charges are being filed.

As a Tacoma auto accident lawyer, I’m very sorry to hear of this man’s passing and I offer my sincere sympathies and condolences to his family and loved ones. Sometimes, even a seat belt cannot save a life. In my experience as a auto accident attorney in Bellevue, I have seen that taking your eyes away from the road even for a moment can have tragic consequences. I urge all drivers to maintain safe driving, refraining from any activities that might be distracting.

Man Dies From Collision with Two Semis is a post from: Seattle Car Accident Lawyer Blog

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