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Avoiding Child Related Pedestrian Injury

ANorman — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:38:35 +0000

In Fullerton, a 12-year old child was struck by an SUV on her way to school. The accident occurred just after 8:00 a.m. after the girl, who had been walking in the street to avoid getting wet by a sprinkler was hit by the sports utility vehicle. Accompanied by a female friend, the girls were approaching Ladera Vista Junior High School at Annin and Wilshire avenues when one of them stepped onto the street. A white Infinity then came out of no where and plowed into the hapless girl.

The twelve-year-old was not seriously hurt but was taken to the hospital with an apparent ankle injury.

Children and Road Safety

The roads can be a dangerous place for young adults who travel on foot . Although grown ups should know better, many of them speed along residential areas and school zones. If they are also distracted, disaster can strike quickly and often does.

This is why it behooves parents to make sure their kids understand how to conduct themselves when they are out and about.

Below are a few things parents should tell their children so they remain safe when they are away from parental supervision and walking along roadways.

1. Never walk in the street – as we see in the above case, walking, running or fooling around in the street can cause potential problems. Even if the road is not heavily traveled, it is better to be safe than sorry and remain away from danger by staying on the sidewalk or grass.

2. Pay attention – kids who are walking to and from a destination may get caught up in conversation or play and lose sight of the fact that they are traveling roadside. Teach your kid to actively listen out for car sounds and be attentive. In this way, a child may be able to avoid being so distracted that they accidentally walk out into the street and get hit by a car.

3. Wear reflective clothing–when traveling at night, kids should always don reflective clothing that can easily be seen by motorists. There are far too many evening accidents where kids and pedestrians are killed because the driver could not see until it was much too late.

When injury does occur

Sometimes car accidents are inevitable and even with due diligence and the best of intentions a child can be injured by a motor vehicle. If this has happened to your son or daughter, contact our law office right away for a free consultation. Our veteran personal injury lawyers care and will guide you step-by-step through the civil legislative process while educating you on your rights.

Call now and get the money you need for your child’s pain and suffering as well as accident related medical costs.

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Victim Killed in SR-56 Crash Identified

ANorman — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 23:18:10 +0000

A woman that was killed when her car drifted off state route 56 was identified as Jacqueline O’ Day of San Diego. Since her 2002 Volkswagen Jetta flipped over and traveled down an icy embankment early Thursday morning near Camino del Sur , authorities have attempted to identify her. During the investigation, they noted that she was wearing army fatigues and boots that signified enlisted service. They later verified that the woman was on active duty in the military. The 23-year-old soldier was pronounced dead on the scene.

When heroes like our enlisted men and women perish an entire community mourns, especially when their lives are taken so young. A mysterious car accident like the above can also leave behind burning questions in need of answers. A thorough investigation should ferret out the cause which could range from drowsy driving to a case of defective auto parts malfunctioning. If the parents of this service woman discover that malfunctioning car parts is the culprit, they can sue the car manufacturer via a product liability lawsuit — we can help.

Contact the law office of Slaughter and Slaughter right away for a free case evaluation. Our understand and can help solidify your wrongful death lawsuit and hold the automaker responsible.product liability lawyers .

Call today and get the legal assistance you need to find justice for you and your lost loved one.

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Repeat Drunk Driver Denied Plea Deal after Ferrari Crash

ANorman — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 05:34:14 +0000

In Newport Beach today a repeat DUI offender was denied a plea bargain in a vehicular homicide case involving Charles David Lewis Jr., one of the founders of the clothing company TapouT. Lewis Jr., a famed mixed martial art entrepreneur, was killed in March after defendant Jeffery David Kirby hit the victims’ Ferrari with his own 1977 Porsche on Jamboree Road in Newport Beach. 51-year-old Kirby claimed that Lewis was speeding and contributed to his own demise but an Orange County Judge was not buying it. Although Kirby and Lewis had been racing, Kirby was said to have a blood alcohol level of .13 a few hours after the crash. He also had previous drunk driving convictions.

Lewis, who called himself “Mask” died almost instantly when the Porsche lost control struck the Lewis’s vehicle. The Ferrari was then torn into three pieces after jumping a curb and ramming a cement light pole. Lacy Lynn White, Lewis girlfriend, was seriously injured after being ejected from the Ferrari. She suffered a broken vertebrae, hip and shattered elbow.

Criminal charges notwithstanding, Kirby may also face the possibility of a wrongful death lawsuit for Lewis’s demise because of his recklessness. In such a case, family members can pursue the man in court for reparations related to their loved ones death. If you have found yourself in a similar position, you too can pursue the guilty in civil court. Contact our law office for a free case review and find out what your options are when a loved one is killed or injured in a tragic car accident.

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2-Vehicle Crash Ends in Early Morning Fatality

ANorman — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 06:25:34 +0000

A two vehicle car crash in the Huntington Beach area resulted in the death of a 61-year-old-man. The collision occurred at 5:12 a.m. at the intersection of Main Street and Garfield Avenue when an Audi Sedan and a Chevrolet pick-up truck struck one another. The 61-year-old driver of the truck was taken to Huntington Beach Hospital where was pronounced dead. The Audi driver, 24-year-old Thomas Taylor, sustained minor injuries. He was not taken to the hospital.

As the investigation gets underway for the elderly gentleman’s death, the family will be mourning and seeking answers. If it becomes clear that someone else is the cause of their loved one’s death they can look into the possibility of a wrongful death lawsuit.

When someone carelessly takes a loved ones life away, legal recourse may be necessary to bring the perpetrator to justice. The cost often associated with an untimely death can also be handled via the financial reparations that are paid to families in such cases. Contact Slaughter and Slaughter today for a free consultation and learn more about wrongful death litigation and how it can benefit you and your family during a difficult and trying time.

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Woman Leaves Injured Companion Behind after Garden Grove Accident

ANorman — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 21:37:47 +0000

A suspected drunk driver struck two women that were crossing the street, injuring both. The male driver, who was traveling west on Westminster Avenue, hit the women as they were crossing Harbor Boulevard just after 10 p.m. Monday evening. Both ladies were heading towards a McDonald’s parking lot where someone was waiting to pick them up. The less seriously injured victim left her injured acquaintance at the scene after hopping into the waiting car.

The left behind victim was taken to the UC Irvine Medical Center in Orange County where she is being treated for multiple fractures. The driver, who remained on the scene, was charged with driving under the influence and taken into custody. The whereabouts of the other victim where not known at press time.

One can surely find out who one’s friends are when you enter a crisis situation, which is highlighted by the above accident. Thankfully the driver remained on the scene and the police arrived to aid the woman that w as left behind. Even so, the driver will f ace serious repercussions for driving drunk, including the possibility of a personal injury lawsuit being filed against him. If you have been hit by a drunk driver, consult with one of our personal injury attorneys to go over your options. The case evaluation is free, and you just may be able to obtain financial reparation for your pain and suffering.

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Child Dies in Early Morning Traffic Accident

ANorman — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 16:07:26 +0000

An early morning collision on Estelle and McKinley streets in Home Gardens may have resulted in the fatality of a small child. The car accident was reported at 6: 29 a.m. this morning with authorities arriving at the accident site location, which was near Corona, promptly after the call. They were able to confirm that there was a fatality and it could have been a juvenile. No other details are available at the moment.

Heart wrenching news for any parent, the death of a child is sure to bring grief and a feeling of devatstion that will never abate. In such scenarios, there are no words of condolences that would give the incident true meaning or mitigate the pain. Add to it that the tragedy may have been avoidable or was caused by extreme negligence and legitimate grief can turn to equally justifiable anger. When such an unthinkable event occurs, family members have the ability to investigate the option of a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of their child. If you have found yourself in this tragic situation, we are here to help! Our compassionate, wrongful death lawyers can guide you through the lengthy litigation process and help you get obtain financial reparation for your irreplaceable and invaluable loss.

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