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Truck Accident Kills 18-year-old in Escondido

RichmondJ — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:38:25 +0000

An Escondido truck accident trapped and killed an 18-year-old in her car on Friday evening, when she and a pickup truck crashed into one another at a downtown intersection. The teenager was making a left turn into traffic when she was hit by the pickup truck.

The truck accident took place at one of Escondido’s busy intersections, at Escondido Boulevard and Center City Parkway. The teenage girl was headed westbound and made the turn onto Center City Parkway, and was then hit by a truck coming from the opposite direction. The time of the accident was around 9 p.m., authorities reported.

The car driven by the teenager contained one passenger, a 16-year-old male, who was injured but survived the crash. The driver of the pickup truck, who is 37, was also injured in the accident.

If you have been injured in an accident, make sure the legal aspects of your situation have been properly covered. Whether or not you plan on filing a lawsuit, contacting a lawyer is an advisable step. Call our San Diego personal injury lawyers at 858.909.9090.

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Semi Trailers Crash, Trapping One In Flames

RichmondJ — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 05:53:00 +0000

A San Diego truck accident transpired disastrously Thursday when one man became stuck in a burning semi trailer. The man could not be reached and burned in the truck after it exploded.

On Thursday afternoon, the man’s truck and another truck were driving on Airway Road when they crashed into each another. One of the trucks began burning on impact, leaving its driver in flames without a way to escape. Witnesses say that smoke from the flames were visible miles away from the scene of the accident.

San Diego firefighters arrived on to the accident quickly, but it was impossible to remove the man without first getting rid of the fire. To accomplish that, San Diego firefighters took approximately four or five minutes.

A full report on the man’s burn injuries has not been released. The scene will likely be closed for several hours following the accident itself.

If you have been injured in a truck accident in San Diego, it is wise for you to seek the assistance of a local personal injury attorney. San Diego personal injury lawyers can provide all the assistance you need – fighting unfair insurance claims, litigating civil complaints, and giving any other advice you need. Call our San Diego personal injury law firm at 858.909.9090 to schedule your free consultation.

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Overturned Tanker Explodes in San Diego

RichmondJ — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 06:23:00 +0000

A tanker truck overturned and exploded in a region of San Diego known as Otay Mesa last night. According to reports, smoke rose from the tanker for hours following the explosion.

The tanker truck, operated by ARCO gasoline, was holding two tanks as it progressed down the road just before 5:45 pm. While trying to make a wide turn, the tanker partially overturned, the back tank flipping over though the front was unaffected. Witnesses report that the driver exited the vehicle quickly, attacking the flame using a fire extinguisher.

Firefighters responded to the scene of the overturned tanker soon after, but were still dealing with the effects of the fire hours later. For environmental reasons, the firefighters did not use water to extinguish the fire. Instead, they waited until the flames wore down naturally, a process that took until 7 p.m. Even after that, firefighters remained on scene to ensure that the fuel tanks did not re-ignite.

Neither the driver nor the firefighters were injured in the overturned tanker explosion. However, several local businesses and residences were forced to evacuate for safety reasons. In addition, property damage took place on the road and sidewalk surrounding the explosion.

If you have been injured in a truck accident, it is important that you seek the help you need as soon as possible. If in San Diego, our injury lawyers can provide you with important resources and advice. For a free consultation, contact our San Diego injury lawyers at 858.909.9090.

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Speeding Causes Head on Collision in Fountain Valley

ANorman — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:33:09 +0000

An Huntington Beach resident sustained serious injury Wednesday afternoon after a head on collision in Fountain Valley. Authorities speculate that the 62-year-old man was speeding prior to veering into opposing traffic and slamming into a pick-up truck. Prior to the accident, Baron L. Mahrling was driving eastbound in his gold 1996 Chevrolet Silverado in Ellis Avenue at approximately 1:45 p.m. For unknown reasons, he accelerated and charged into opposing traffic west of Bushard Street. Mahrling then struck a black 1998 Nissan Frontier truck causing minor injury to 31-year-old Todd B. Gruca. The Silverado continued on across the street, jumped a curb and slammed into a power pole and brick wall. The man was taken to an area hospital in critical condition.

Although Mahrling was no stranger to traffic accidents (he plead guilty to a DUI in September of this year), there are many cases where a car malfunctions through no fault of the driver. When this happens, the car manufacturer can be held legally accountable for subsequent injury and financial damages.

If you or someone you know has been injured in a wreck caused by a defective auto product, contact the product liability legal team at Slaughter and Slaughter. Our legal representatives understand product liability law and will work hard to ensure your receive the financial reparation you need when a car accident leaves you seriously disabled. Call us today to set up a free consualtion and learn what you can do after defective auto parts cause a debilitiating collision.

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Semi-Truck Rollover Crushes and Kills Motorist

ANorman — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 03:55:28 +0000

33-year-old Gustavo Garcia was killed 6:50 am Thursday morning after a tractor-trailer overturned on a North County freeway interchange crushing the sedan he was driving. The rollover accident transpired in Oceanside California shortly after Garcia drove onto the curving ramp from Southside Interstate 5 to eastbound route 78. The Mexican national, who had been living in North San Diego County, died at the scene. 32-year-old trucker Jerry Jimerson was taken to the Tri-City Medical Center to be treated fro injuries. Drugs and alcohol did not appear to be involved.

The tragedy of truck and car accidents like these is their suddenness. Without warning you could one day become a national highway statistic. Even sadder is, far from being a number; you will be a human being who was loved by friends and family. In many of these scenarios gross negligence is the reason for the collision. When this is found to be the case, loved ones can pursue the negligent driver in court under wrongful death litigation.

Have you recently lost a loved one due to someone else senseless actions? Contact our law offices today for a free case review and speak with one of our knowledgeable wrongful death attorneys. At Slaughter and Slaughter we fight hard to obtain the financial reparation you deserve for your loss and make sure the guilty party is held accountable.

Call now and get the justice you deserve for your family and lost loved one.

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One Killed After Cement Truck Accident In Escondido

RichmondJ — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:32:17 +0000

A crash that transpired between a pickup truck and cement truck has killed a South Bay man, according to reports from the CHP. Over the weekend, the 32-year-old South Bay man was driving on an Escondido highway when he collided head-on with an oncoming cement truck. The truck crash, reported at 11:50 am on Saturday, left Jose Acosta Alvarez with injuries that ended fatal 15 minutes later. Acosta-Alvarez was the driver and only occupant of the vehicle when, for reasons unknown, he drove over the center of the road into the path of the truck. Authorities arrived at the scene of the accident and pronounced the man dead, with investigation still to come. Resulting from the collision, the crash sparked a fire between the two vehicles. Although no other injuries were reported, the highway remained closed for up to three hours after the truck crash.

If you have been injured in a truck crash, be sure not to disregard the legal significance of your case. Regardless of which side you find yourself on, it is important that you protect yourself from a legal standpoint. A truck accident lawyer can offer professional, experience, and unbiased advice that will assist you throughout case. To receive a free consultation, contact our San Diego truck accident lawyers at 858.909.9090.

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Obtaining Compensation after a Commercial Truck Accident

ANorman — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:31:04 +0000

Commercial trucks are everywhere and so is the danger large semis can pose to other drivers in given situations. This is because truck drivers have a more difficult time controlling their vehicle due to the auto’s weight and size, with most weighing more than 80,000 pounds and reaching 75 feet in length. In a traffic accident, they are more likely to jackknife as well, posing potential problems for more than one motorist on the road.

This is perhaps why the US sees more than 500,000 truck accidents annually. 5,000 of these collisions will result in a fatality with the passenger car driver being the victim 98 percent of the time. Thousands more motorists will face life altering, debilitating injury after a truck accident as well.

Causes of Commercial Truck Accidents

There are a many reasons why a commercial truck accident can occur, with the top causes being:

Driver Fatigue—although truck drivers are not supposed to work more than ten consecutive hours a day, many go past this deadline due to tight schedules. They are often motivated by bonuses that can be obtained by getting their loads to their destination on time. Unfortunately, this can mean driving while drowsy, which can result in a tragic accident.
Speeding – speeding is also motivated by an incentive to get to their target destination on time. Truckers fail to consider however that they have a greater stopping distance than other vehicles and if a circumstance arose where they would have to stop quickly, they may not be able to. In such a scenario, a collision could be very likely.
Improper load packing—Drivers are taught to secure their load properly prior to transport, but some may neglect this very important step for expediency’s sake. This can create uneven and unsafe weight in the truck which can lead to a truck accident.
Lack of truck maintenance – semi drivers and/or their employers are supposed to make sure their vehicles are road worthy. This means making sure items, like all important brakes, are working properly. When a truck is not maintained it increases the chances of an accident as well as truck driver liability.

Other factors, like overly aggressive driving and DUI can also contribute to a truck accident. When this happens, injured motorists can pursue the responsible party in civil court.

Who is liable?

Trucking lines that employ drivers may be held accountable for any eighteen-wheeler they own that is involved in an accident. This makes them liable for the injuries incurred by collision victims. Of course, if the driver is an independent contractor, liability may shift. This is why it pays to speak with a qualified personal injury lawyer who understand the complicated ins and outs of commercial truck collisions and subsequent litigation.

Contact Quality Legal Representation

If a commercial truck accident has robbed you of your quality of life, or caused the death of a loved one, contact our law offices today. During a free consultation we will be able to advise you of your rights and explain how you can receive financial compensation for your injuries.

Call us toll free at 888.207.5321 and get the financial reparation you need for the numerous costs that often follow a debilitating accident.

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Van Explodes At Harbor Drive In San Diego

RichmondJ — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 03:04:15 +0000

When a propane tank blew up within a van on Tuesday, a car accident and significant delays were the unfortunate result. At around 11 on Tuesday morning, a van carrying a propane tank on Harbor drive exploded and then hit a truck going the opposite way, causing a head-on accident. By some miraculous happening, no injuries resulted from the collision. Although the driver could have been in harm’s way, he was able to jump from the van, ensuring his safety. It was actually when the man jumped from the van that the crash occurred, as a result of the car being left in gear, but without a driver. The other driver escaped uninjured as well.

It was later determined that the cargo that exploded was a natural gas cylinder. Also, the truck involved was identified as a Ford F-15- pickup. According to witnesses, the explosion was felt in a building less than 100 yards away, the National Police Headquarters office. Officials were forced to shut down the area surrounding the incident to examine the explosion.

If you have been injured in an explosion, car accident, or other incident, it is essential that you receive the proper help. Without a professionals assistance, you might be unable to properly handle your case, even if you choose not to file litigation. To receive a free consultation, call our offices in San Diego at 858.909.9090.

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Man Dies In Valley Center Truck Accident On SR 63

RichmondJ — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 15:26:35 +0000

A man from Valley Center is dead after crashing his truck into the median on State Route 63. At around 12:45 pm yesterday, the man progressed down the highway in his vehicle, a 2002 Ford F350. While driving, the man sustained some sort of urgent medical problem that may or may not have led to the crash. He lost control of his vehicle and began to swerve on the road, in the end striking a a guardrail and then the median of the road. Following the truck accident, the man was taken to Scripps Mercy Hospital, but unfortunately was pronounced dead later.

It was unclear what exactly caused the man to lose control of his vehicle. The man’s name was not released to the public.

If you have been injured in a car accident, the most sensible thing to do is to, at the very least, speak with a lawyer. You don’t need to be concerned – a lawyer cannot force you to file a lawsuit. By consulting with a lawyer, you can receive beneficial information about the legal side of your case, which can help you get through the process. To receive a free consultation, call our truck accident lawyers at 858.909.9090.

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Fuel Spill Takes Place On Interstate 5 In Encinitas

RichmondJ — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 06:24:53 +0000

A truck traveling on Interstate 5 spilled a significant amount of diesel on a section of the highway in Encinitas. According to CHP, the accident caused a traffic alert to arise in that area when the spill took place on Tuesday morning. Some of the fuel was removed via a storm drain, but crews were needed to handle the unspecified amount that remained on the highway. Crews from CalTrans used sand toi treat the road until 11 am, 2 hours after the actual spill took place. The incident presented some clearly unsafe conditions, but fortunately, no injuries were reported from the accident.

In the event that you suffer injuries in a truck accident, you should consider contacting a lawyer in your area as soon as possible. Advice from a lawyer may be able to inform you of valuable information about your case that would be otherwise inaccessible. To receive a free consultation, call our truck accident lawyers in San Diego at 858.909.9090.

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