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Bicyclist Injured In Crash With Van

RichmondJ — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 04:08:46 +0000

In San Diego, a bicyclist was just recently hospitalized after a significant bicycle accident involving a van. The bicyclist has been identified as a male aged 40 years old.

The accident took place in Grantville, a neighborhood located in the eastern region of San Diego. At approximately 7:30 a.m, the bicycle and van were both moving on an on-ramp on Interstate 8 at Fairmont. There, the bicyclist and van collided.

San Diego Fire and Rescue reported to the scene of the accident, finding the bicyclist already injured. They have reported that the man suffered a major head injury in the bicycle accident. He has now been taken to Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego, where he will be receiving treatment.

If you have been injured in a bicycle accident or car accident, you should consider talking to a lawyer in the San Diego area. Among other things, a San Diego personal injury lawyer can provide general advice on almost any legal concern related to your accident. For a free consultation, call

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Woman seriously injured in San Diego hit and run bicycle accident

RichmondJ — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 17:41:07 +0000

Walking east with her dog along a street in San Diego, on Monday morning, a 22-year-old woman unsuspectingly became victim to a hit and run bicyclist. As she advanced down the road with her dog, the bicyclist struck her from behind, dropping her to the ground. He then fled the scene of the accident.

At first, the 22-year-old believed she was uninjured. She rose from the place where she was felled by the bicyclist and continued home. Later in the day, however, she went to a hospital to receive treatment. Doctors believe the bicycle accident gave the woman a skull fracture, a brain injury causing swelling.

The woman contacted police from the hospital about her hit and run bicycle accident. There have been no reports of the hit and run bicyclist being found.

Bikers are not exempt from the laws of the road – no one is. If you or someone you know is the victim of a bicycle accident, pedestrian accident, or a hit and run, the law protects you. In any accident, the person at fault must take responsibility for the damages they cause. Worse, in a hit and run, the person at fault has committed a crime.

Contact our San Diego lawyers for a free consultation at your earliest convenience.

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Trolley Strikes and Kills Bicyclist in Mountain View

ANorman — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 14:48:55 +0000

An unfortunate trolley accident resulted in the death of a bicyclist in the Mountain View area. The collision occurred early Tuesday evening just after 5 p.m. near Greenwood Memorial park and Mortuary on Imperial Avenue. The cyclist was struck on a stretch of tracks near the Park and died at the scene. The gender, name, and age of the victim were not available at press time.

Of course the greatest impact of this tragedy will be felt by the victim’s family. So often when we hear about these types of horrific traffic accidents they can appear to be mere headlines on a page–for the loved ones of the cyclist, it will be a real and lasting nightmare. It is for this reason that family members should investigate the cause of the accident. If the bicyclist was not at fault for the collision, surviving loved ones should pursue a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver and or/company the driver worked for.

When a loved one is take from you through someone else’s negligence it pays to know your rights. Contact the law offices of Slaughter and Slaughter today for a free legal consultation and find out what you can do to receive true justice. Our wrongful death lawyers have years of experience in the field and comprehend the sensitive and complex nature of wrongful death cases. Call now and get the law on your side.

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9-Year-Old Hospitalized after Bike Collides with Vehicle

ANorman — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:50:04 +0000

A car-versus-bicycle accident in San Diego left a 9-year-old bloodied and subsequently hospitalized. The accident occurred when the boy, who had been riding his bike in the 1300 block of Tarbox Street, was hit by an oncoming car. The accident itself was reported at 4:45 p.m. in the afternoon. When authorities arrived on the scene they found that the youngster was wearing a helmet and bleeding from his face. An ambulance as called and paramedics rushed the child to a Children hospital in Linda Vista. His condition was not know at press time.

After serious personal injury happens to a child an entire community grieves with the parents. If the car accident occurred due to preventable negligence of a car driver’s part, it increases the tragedy. Should the unthinkable happen however, the parents of an injured child can take a careless motorist to court via personal injury litigation. Not only can the parents be compensated for their child’s pain and suffering, they can also obtain justice by holding the guilty accountable for their actions.

If your child has been involved in a car related accident that occurred because of someone else’s recklessness contact the personal injury lawyers at Slaughter and Slaughter today. Our compassionate attorneys understand just how difficult and trying these situations can be and are here to help. Contact our law offices today at 619.456.0027/858.909.9090 or Toll-Free: 888.207.5321and set up a free consultation. You and your loved one deserve justice–call now and do what you can to receive it.

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Bicycle Accidents — How to Obtain Compensation after Injury

ANorman — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 04:13:22 +0000

There are numerous places where a bicycle accident can happen and why. Of course, the most deadly often occur on our nations roadways, in fact, 716 bicyclists were killed in traffic accidents in 2008. This was a slight increase from 2007 statistics which indicated that 698 bicyclists were among the 41,059 fatalities that happened from auto accidents.

Bike rider injury also increased to around 21% in 2008 with the number totaling 52,000.

With these kinds of numbers, it pays for a bicycle rider to be careful and pay strict attention to the rules of the road. They also need to drive defensively, especially in traffic, where overly aggressive drivers will see a bike rider as nuisance and may potentially do things to put the rider in harm’s way.

Still, bike enthusiasts will have to keep in mind that there are other dangers they could face outside of road raging drivers and congested traffic.

Bicycle accident on commercial or residential property

Unlike cars, a bicycle can travel down sidewalks and beaten paths to get to its target destination. Unfortunately, a cyclist can also get injured in these areas, especially if the property is not kept up. In such a scenario an injured biker may be able to sue the property owner under premises liability laws and receive reparation.

Injury due to a faulty helmet

We rely on safety equipment to work as promised by the manufacturer. However, this may not always be this case. Sadly, we need things like knee and shoulder pads to work effectively. When they do not, serious injury can occur. This is why any bicyclist who fails to be protected by their helmets can sue the product manufacturer under product liability laws for financial compensation.

Bicycle safety reduces accidents

Of course, there is a lot that cyclists themselves can do to ensure their own safety. One of them is to always look twice before making any turns in traffic. The use of a pedestrian cross walk and sidewalks are always advisable as well. In areas that do not have sidewalks, be sure to travel with, and not against, the flow of traffic.

When traveling at night, make sure you wear reflective clothing and that the bike itself has noticeable reflectors too. Neon green, yellow and white reflectors work best.

When injury occurs, get legal assistance

There are still times when even the most safety conscience bicycle rider can get injured. Distracted drivers and those who for whatever reason fail to yield the right of way to the bike, can turn a sudden joy filled ride into one of agony and pain.

Has something like this happened to you or someone you love? Then placing call to our law offices should be your next step.

If you know that you were obeying traffic laws when someone else caused you injury either through negligence or unlawful behavior, you can purse them in court via a personal injury lawsuit. Contact us today for a free case assessment and learn what you can do when someone else causes you bodily harm and grievous injury.

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Girl Dead After Dad’s Bicycle Is Struck By San Diego Trolley

RichmondJ — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 21:38:33 +0000

A 4-year-old girl died this morning while riding in a child seat attached to her father’s bicycle. Her and her gather were struck by a San Diego trolley as they traveled through Chula Vista. Apparently, the two approached the track while the gate lowered and the father attempted to evade it. Unsuccessful, the San Diego trolley crashed into the bike. Both were launched up to 40 feet upon impact of the San Diego trolley. According to police, the girl was properly fastened into her child seat but was without a helmet. Although the bicycle accident ended in an untimely death for the 4-year-old, her dad was fortunate to survive with internal injuries and a broken hip.

In this case, it seems the fault of this depressing bicycle accident is clear. If you have been involved in a case and are unsure of your fault, however, do not hesitate to contact a lawyer. For accidents that occur in or near San Diego, submit your case case for a free consultation by calling our offices or using the form to the right. We Can Get You The Help You Need. 858.909.9090. Alicia Slaughter Personal Injury Attorney.

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San Diego Cyclist Is Hospitalized Following Bicycle Acident

RichmondJ — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:33:13 +0000

A cyclist traveling eastbound on a local Beyer Boulevard sidewalk was injured after crashing into a border patrol vehicle, placing him in the hospital with injuries as of Wednesday. The San Diego bicycle accident, which occurred just after 11am on Tuesday, resulted as the border patrol vehicle pulling out from a parking lot while the cyclist attempted ride in the same area, causing the collision. According to reports, the cyclist was hospitalized with internal injuries following the bicycle accident.

If you have been injured in a bicycle accident in San Diego, it is likely that you will require the aid of a lawyer if your case merits professional attention, as many cases do. We advise that, unless you are certain about your legal options, you should definitely consider contacting a San Diego bicycle accident lawyer that can provide help with your particular case. To receive a free consultation, call our bicycle accident lawyers in San Diego at 858.909.9090.

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Bicyclist Crashes Into Parked Car, Suffers Head Injuries

RichmondJ — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:17:28 +0000

An unhelmeted bicyclist was hospitalized after crashing his bicycle into a parked vehicle, an accident that caused the 32-year-old man major head injuries. The bicycle accident occurred in Stockton on Sunday, and the man remained hospitalized on Monday. According reports from San Diego Police, the man was riding at high speeds when he crashed into the park car. The man’s high speeds made it impossible to maneuver his bicycle around the car; that, combined with the fact that bicyclist was riding without a helmet, contributed greatly to the accident and the major head injuries that were sustained.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a bicycle accident, it is wise for you to receive legal advice regarding your case. Even if legal action is not necessary, you may still find it beneficial to speak with a lawyer specializing in bicycle accidents. To receive a free consultation, contact our offices as soon as you are ready.

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Chula Vista Man Killed In Bicycle Accident

RichmondJ — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 18:41:08 +0000

Jim Gafney, a 65-year-old and retired computer engineer of Chula Vista, was killed during his protest efforts in a bicycle ride from Chula Vista to Washington, DC. The bicycle protest, in which Gafney was the lone supporter, involved a cross-country bicycle ride from Chula Vista, California to Washington, DC to protest government bailouts. Within the duration of his protest, Gafney was killed in a bicycle accident that is suspected to have involved drunk driving.

The bicycle accident occurred on US 50 just outside Sandoval, a city east of St. Louis, where he was hit the driver of a car. Leon K. Marlum, the 27-year-old driver who struck Gafney, fled the scene of the bicycle accident but was located and arrested on charges of drunk driving,failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, and leaving the scene of a fatal accident. Police report that Marlum claims not to have seen Gafney in adequate time to prevent the bicycle accident.

If you have recently involved in a bicycle accident, especially if drunk driving was a factor, it tis imperative that you receive legal help before proceeding. Our offices in San Diego possess the experience and knowledge to handle your case properly. Please call our offices for a free consultation.

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San Diego Bicycle Accident Kills Student

RichmondJ — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 20:48:14 +0000

A bicycle accident that occurred in San Diego killed a student, aged 22, who was hit by a car while riding his bicycle. The bicycle accident occurred near Mission Bay on a northbound I-5 onramp, where Jonathon Ramirez received both head injuries and neck injuries that later led to his death. Paramedics transported Ramirez to Scripps La Jolla Hospital in San Diego, but to no avail, Ramirez died at 7:44 am Saturday.

If you have experienced injuries as the result of a bicycle accident, you will probably need legal advice if you want to recompense for your losses. Our bicycle accident lawyers can provide the specialized help you need for bicycle accident. Don’t hesitate to schedule your free consultation by contacting our offices at 858.909.9090.

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