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Fall from Cliff Injures Man in Encinitas

RichmondJ — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 23:05:06 +0000

A fall from a cliff in Encinitas has left a man hospitalized at Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla, after sustaining leg injuries and possible internal injuries as well. The fall took place on Tuesday, near Moonlight Beach at around 7:40 p.m.

The man, whose name was not released, was rescued by a lifeguard and firefighters after he was found lying on the beach, injured from the fall. When emergency medical teams arrived, he was treated for fractures to his legs before being transported to Scripps Memorial.

The cliff where the man fell from is in a marked area where signs warn of dangerous cliffs. There is also a fence isolating the cliffs from the main road, according to reports. It is unknown how the man came to fall from the cliff.

If you have been injured in an accident in Encinitas or somewhere else in California, getting help from an area lawyer can be crucial. Receiving compensation for your injuries will likely require a legal complaint to be filed, for which you will want a personal injury lawyer. Contact a San Diego personal injury lawyer for a free consultation by calling 858.909.9090.

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One Person Injured in Paragliding Accident at Torrey Pines

RichmondJ — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 23:05:03 +0000

A collision between two paragliders close to Torrey Pines ended in one of them being injured, according to reports. The man is at a hospital in stable condition, with trauma in his shoulder and arm.

At around 4:15 p.m., the paragliders glided into each other midair. One of the paragliders, a 39-year-old man, lost control and crashed into a cliff.

The other paraglider was able to make a safe landing without suffering any injuries.

The 39-year-old man was escorted to Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego at around 6:15, approximately two hours from the time of the crash.

Recreational accidents like this one can be dangerous and sometimes costly. Never settle for someone telling you are not eligible for compensation without talking to a lawyer. Our personal injury attorneys have experience and knowledge related to recreational accidents and can provide the help you need. Call our San Diego personal injury attorneys at 858.909.9090.

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Escondido Woman Killed In Pedestrian Accident with Car

RichmondJ — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 18:34:10 +0000

A woman crossing the street in Escondido was hit by a car late in the day on Saturday, authorities said. She died in a hospital on Sunday while receiving treatment for injuries received in the pedestrian accident.

The woman had been drinking before she was struck by the car on Broadway Street in San Diego. At around 8:50 p.m., a car hit her as she crossed Broadway Street near where it intersects with East Park Avenue. The car was a Honda Civic headed northbound, driven by a 41-year-old driver, who was neither drinking nor otherwise under the influence when the pedestrian accident occurred.

The 55-year-old woman was taken to a hospital late on Saturday night, but died only hours later, early on Sunday morning.

If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident and car accident, it is advisable that you consult with a lawyer for legal help. Lawsuit or not, getting advice on questions and concerns you have about your pedestrian accident and injuries is important. Call our pedestrian accident attorneys in San Diego by calling 858.909.9090.

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Pedestrian Killed By Car in San Diego Balboa Park

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

A pedestrian was killed in San Diego’s Balboa Park today after he ran into the street in the path of traffic and was struck by an oncoming car. The pedestrian, who remains unidentified, was the only person injured in the car accident.

Initially, the pedestrian was traveling down the road in the bicycle lane on Pershing Drive. Without warning, he ran from the bicycle lane into the street towards the vehicles traveling on Florida Drive. So far, the reason for this sudden dangerous movement remains unknown.

As one Lexus sedan saw him enter the road, it made an attempt to swerve away but did so unsuccessfully. The pedestrian was struck and flipped up onto the the Lexus’s hood, and then fell down to the road moments later.

An emergency medical team arrived at the scene but was unable to revive him in time. The pedestrian died on the scene.

If you have been injured in a car accident or pedestrian accident, remember to consider the legal aspect of your case. Talking to a personal injury lawyer is advisable regardless of whether you want to file a lawsuit. Call a San Diego personal injury lawyer at our firm using the number 310.882.6810.

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Drunk Driver Crashes SUV into Home

RichmondJ — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:39:39 +0000

On Tuesday morning, a suspected drunk driver ran into a home in San Diego, says authorities. The site of the SUV accident was a condo in the College Area.

At around 1:45 in the morning, the SUV crashed into the condo located near Collwood Boulevard and Montezuma Road. Although the crash did cause property damage, none of the residents in the home were injured in the accident. There was at least one person home at the time of the accident, though.

The man who drove the SUV into the condo has been arrested by police as a suspected drunk driver.

If you have been injured in an accident, or have otherwise suffered damages, it is important for you to talk to a professional that can help you. San Diego personal injury lawyers can not only answer your questions, but can offer representation if and when you need it. Call our San Diego personal injury lawyers at 858.909.9090.

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San Diego Area Car Accident Ends Fatally

RichmondJ — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:39:38 +0000

A car accident in Jamul has reportedly killed at least one, authorities have reported. The car accident took place around 1:00 in the morning on Friday, on the north side of the city.

The crash involved either two or three vehicles, according to conflicting reports. The vehicles were driving on Skyline Truck Trail when they crashed into one another, near the intersection with Hidden Trail Drive. As of yet, none of the drivers have been determined to be at fault.

The true cause of the accident, perhaps, was a coyote that ventured onto the road. One of the drivers claims to have swerved from his lane to avoid hitting a coyote, causing the car behind him to forcefully apply his brakes and hit a third car.

The driver who slammed his brakes was ejected from his vehicle, but died before paramedics arrived at the scene. It is unknown if other injuries were involved in the Jamul car accident.

If you have been injured or killed in a car accident, it can be imperative that you seek professional help from a car accident lawyer. Without a lawyer, receiving the compensation you deserve can be extremely difficult. Call our San Diego car accident lawyers near Jamul for a free consultation at 858.909.9090.

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Three Injured In Drunk Driving Accident, One Passenger Seriously

RichmondJ — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 20:31:17 +0000

Three people inside a vehicle that was driven by a suspected drunk driver were injured in a crash outside San Diego. One of the three injured suffered head injuries that have been called “major” by medical professionals.

The suspected drunk driver was driving just outside San Diego when he crashed into a chain link fence. Once the car broke through the fence, it proceeded to smash into an electrical box, an impact that proved severe.

The accident took place at around 2:30 a.m., at a site near South Meadowbrook Drive and Paradise Valley Road. Reportedly, the car involved in the DUI accident was a Pontiac Firebird. The victim of the most severe injuries in the crash, which were described as major head injuries, was a male passenger in the car.

It was not reported whether the driver has yet been arrested on DUI.

Remember, passengers have rights too – if you have been injured as a passenger in a car accident, especially in a drunk driving accident, call one of our San Diego accident lawyers. Our lawyers can inform you of your passenger’s rights, and guide you to make the smartest legal decisions for your case. Call our San Diego accident law firm 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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Car Hits Crowd In 4th of July Accident

RichmondJ — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 05:52:57 +0000

A would-be joyful fireworks event this past Sunday, on the evening of the 4^th of July, went wrong when a car crashed into the middle of the crowd. At least 6 people were injured, and one killed in the unfortunate 4^th of July accident.

The accident took place at a shopping center in Santa Clarita, in an area known as Valencia Crossroads. At the time, the city of Santa Clarita was hosting a fireworks display that drew more than 20,000 people into a crowded shopping center.

Reportedly, the car went flying towards the area after running a red light and hitting another vehicle. The car then hit the curb, flipped, and went airborne. It landed in the middle of a crowd of spectators that contained the family of Matilda Garnica Juarez, who died in the accident.

Juarez, mother of three, is a resident of the area and was at the event with two of her children and four nieces when the car came crashing in. Both of her children were injured in the accident, one critically. The woman’s nieces were also injured, and all hospitalized.

The 4^th of July accident is still under investigation by local authorities. Right now, nothing indicates that the crash was affected by driving under the influence (DUI).

If you have been injured in a car accident, make sure that you receive the legal help you need once your medical needs are handled. Speak with one of our Los Angeles accident lawyers to receive a free consultation.

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Drunk Driver Injured After Hitting Parked Car, House In San Diego

RichmondJ — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 04:45:59 +0000

A driver has been minorly injured in a car accident that he got into while seemingly under the influence of alcohol. For now, he has been arrested, reports authorites, for suspected drunk driving.

The drunk driving accident took place on a Thursday night last week, at approximately 10:00 p.m.. As the driver backed his SUV on the 1200 block of Colusa street, he struck a parked car. The impact set the car into a roll, causing the car, which was initially parked, to hit the house.

Fortunately, no one was inside the house when the car accident took place. However, the driver sustained minor injuries.

Being injured or otherwise damaged in an accident is never easy. Whether you have been involved in a pedestrian accident, a single-vehicle accident, or just a parked car accident, know that personal injury lawyers are available to help. In particular, our personal injury lawyers in San Diego are willing to offer you a free consultation if you call 858.909.9090.

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