Seven people were injured in a San Diego car accident involving multiple vehicles. According to a news report in U-T San Diego, the multi-vehicle collision occurred on the eastbound Interstate 8 in Alpine, the night of January 7, 2012. California Highway Patrol Officials say a wooden table fell off a pickup causing an SUV and a sedan to collide. Another two vehicles collided a minute later and one witness stated that a tire on one vehicle exploded as well. The injuries suffered by the seven victims appear to have been non-life-threatening. It is not clear if anyone will be cited for the pile-up. An investigation is ongoing.

My thoughts and prayers are with the many injured victims of this San Diego accident. I wish them all the very best for a complete and quick recovery.

San Diego Accident Statistics

According to CHP's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), 76 people were killed and 2,268 were injured as a result of car accidents in the unincorporated areas of San Diego County. Throughout San Diego County, there were 217 fatalities and 12,998 injuries reported as a result of car accidents, during that same year.

What Caused This Crash?

Based on this news report, this collision was caused by debris on the roadway. California law prohibits anyone from throwing or dumping debris on the highway. California Vehicle Code Section 23112 (a) states: "No person shall throw or deposit, nor shall the registered owner or the driver, if such owner is not then present in the vehicle, aid or abet in the throwing or depositing upon any highway any bottle, can, garbage, glass, nail, offal, paper, wire, any substance likely to injure or damage traffic using the highway, or any noisome, nauseous, or offensive matter of any kind." I trust investigators are considering all possible causes of this crash. Were any of the motorists speeding or driving distracted? Were any of the motorists following too closely?

Liability Issues

Victims of multiple vehicle collisions would be well advised to protect their rights and best interests by contacting an experienced San Diego personal injury lawyer. Car accidents involving multiple drivers, vehicles and victims often result in inadequate settlements and denied claims. Investigations in these cases can become complex. A skilled car accident attorney will stay abreast of the official investigation and ensure that the at-fault driver is held accountable and the injured victim receives fair compensation for the damages he or she has suffered.

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A 17-year-old boy was killed in a San Diego car accident after being struck by a car as he crossed the street. According to a news report in The San Diego Union-Tribune, the fatal pedestrian accident occurred in the 1200 block of Jamacha Road near Kendrick Way in El Cajon the evening of December 21, 2011. Officials say the teenager was crossing the road while carrying a skateboard when a Nissan Sentra hit him. The victim died at the scene. The 20-year-old driver remained at the crash site. It is unclear if the motorist will be charged in the fatal collision. El Cajon police say the skateboarder is the third pedestrian killed in the area just in the last few months.

I offer my deepest sympathies to the family members and friends of this car accident victim. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

San Diego Pedestrian Accident Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), two people were killed and 52 were injured in pedestrian accidents in the city of El Cajon. During that same year, there were 57 fatalities and 937 injuries reported due to San Diego County pedestrian accidents.

Right-of-Way Issues

Based on this news account, it appears that the pedestrian was struck when he was crossing the street near the intersection. However, officials are still looking into whether he was in a crosswalk, or if he had the right of way. Under California law, motorists are required to yield the right of way to pedestrians walking in marked or unmarked crosswalks.

California Vehicle Code Section 21950 states: "The driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection." The same section also states that the driver of a vehicle approaching a pedestrian within any marked or unmarked crosswalk "shall exercise all due care and shall reduce the speed of a vehicle or take any other action relating to the operating of the vehicle as necessary to safeguard the safety of the pedestrian."

Liability Issues

If the driver is determined to have been at fault here, he or she can be held liable for the victim's wrongful death. In such cases, victims' families would be well advised to contact a skilled San Diego personal injury lawyer, who will stay on top of the official investigation and make sure that their legal rights and best interests are protected. In cases where negligence or wrongdoing is involved, victims' families can file a wrongful death claim seeking compensation for damages including medical expenses and funeral costs.

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A 21-year-old man was injured in a San Diego car accident after his motorcycle was struck by a car and he was run over by another vehicle. According to a news report in The San Diego Union-Tribune, the motorcycle accident occurred at the intersection of Bear Valley Parkway and Birch Avenue in unincorporated Escondido the early morning of December 13, 2011. Officials say a 2003 Saturn, driven by a 29-year-old individual, went through the stop sign at the intersection and struck the motorcycle. The victim who was thrown off his motorcycle was then run over by a 2003 Dodge Dakota driven by a 41-year-old man. The motorcyclist was transported to an area hospital in critical condition. An investigation is ongoing.

My heart goes out to the injured motorcyclist and his family for what they are going through at this time. I wish him the very best for a complete and speedy recovery. Please keep this victim in your thoughts and prayers.

San Diego Motorcycle Accident Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), 15 people were killed and 357 were injured in motorcycle accidents in the unincorporated areas of San Diego County. During that same year, 39 fatalities and 989 injuries occurred countywide due to motorcycle accidents.

What Caused This Serious Injury Accident?

Based on this news report, the driver of the Saturn caused the initial crash by running through a stop sign. California law requires drivers to come to a complete stop at a stop sign and proceed with caution. According to California Vehicle Code Section 21802 (a): "The driver of any vehicle approaching a stop sign at the entrance to, or within, an intersection shall stop as required by Section 22450. The driver shall then yield the right-of-way to any vehicles which have approached from another highway, or which are approaching so closely as to constitute an immediate hazard, and shall continue to yield the right-of-way to those vehicles until he or she can proceed with reasonable safety." Additionally, I trust investigators are looking into why the second driver was unable to avoid striking the injured motorcycle rider.

Liability Issues

In cases involving negligence and wrongdoing, at-fault drivers can be held liable for the victim's medical bills, the cost of rehabilitation, lost wages, and other related damages. An experienced San Diego personal injury lawyer can help victims better understand their legal rights and options and hold the at-fault parties accountable. The best personal injury law firms will always offer a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation to injured victims and their families.

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A 58-year-old worker was fatally injured on the job after an aerial boom he was operating fell off a flatbed truck at a construction lot in Palm City. According to a news report in The San Diego Union-Tribune, the fatal accident occurred the morning of December 6, 2011 on Hollister Street near Palm Avenue in Palm City. Officials say the worker was driving the piece of heavy equipment off a flatbed truck when one of the wheels came off the side of the truck. The man, who was in the basket part of the equipment, which is used to hoist construction workers into the air, hit his head after he was hurled to the ground. The man died at the scene. An investigation is ongoing.

I offer my deepest condolences to the family members and friends of this deceased construction worker. Please keep this grieving family in your thoughts and prayers.

Construction Accident Statistics

According to Cal-OSHA's fatality statistics, 56 people died in construction-related accidents in California in 2009. Of those 11 people died in transportation-related accidents, 30 died as a result of falls and four were fatally injured as a result of contact with objects and equipment.

What Caused This Fatal Accident?

Based on this news report, it is not clear what caused one of the wheels to come off. That event apparently led to the victim's fatal injuries. There are several questions here. Was this accident the result of a defective product? Did the malfunction occur because the equipment was not maintained properly? Was the worker trained to perform the task at hand? Was he given appropriate safety training? Was he being supervised at the time? I trust officials are asking these and other questions in order to determine what occurred here and why.

Compensation for Workers' Families

In such cases, deceased workers' families can receive workers compensation benefits from the employer. In this particular case, if a defective product led to the accident, then, the family can file a wrongful death claim or third-party claim against the manufacturer of the defective product. Similar third party claims can also be filed against a general contractor, sub-contractor, property owner, or other parties (other than the employer) whose negligence may have caused or contributed to the incident. An experienced San Diego personal injury lawyer will better advise victims' families about their legal rights and options.

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An elderly man using a walker was seriously injured in a San Diego car accident after he was struck by a vehicle that was backing up in a parking lot. According to a news report in The North County Times, the injury pedestrian accident occurred the afternoon of November 8, 2011 at a parking lot at 13589 Poway Road in Poway. Police say the vehicle ran into the man and knocked him over. The man's injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. However, the victim did hit the pavement and suffer head injuries. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

My heart goes out to the injured victim. I'm relieved to hear that he is expected to survive. I wish him the very best for a speedy and complete recovery. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers.

San Diego Pedestrian Accidents

According to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), one person died and four were injured due to pedestrian accidents in Poway. In San Diego County as a whole, 57 fatalities and 937 injuries were reported due to pedestrian accidents, during the same year.

What Caused This Collision?

Based on this news report, it appears that the driver struck the pedestrian as he was backing up. Under California law, motorists are required to exercise due care while backing up a vehicle. Whether a vehicle is parked in a lot or on a highway, a motorist should not proceed to back up until it can be done with reasonable safety.

In this particular case, it appears that the driver did not see the elderly pedestrian with the walker as he pulled out of the lot. I trust officials are looking into whether this driver was distracted, inattentive, impaired, or otherwise negligent at the time.

Fault and Liability

If the driver is determined to have been at fault, he or she could be held liable for the elderly victim's injuries. Victims in such cases can seek compensation to cover medical expenses, lost wages, cost of hospitalization, rehabilitation and other related damages. Car accident victims would be well-advised to contact an experienced San Diego personal injury lawyer, who will analyze all facets of the incident and ensure that the negligent parties are held liable. If a dangerous condition on the property caused or contributed to the incident, the property owner can also be held liable.

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Five people were injured in a San Diego car accident the night of October 21, 2011 after a teen led police on a chase. According to an NBC San Diego news report, the injury crash occurred at the intersection of Matagual and South Melrose drives in Vista. Police say officers attempted to make a traffic stop on a Honda, when its driver fled, leading officials on a high-speed chase through surface streets. The Honda then struck a car driven by William Van Laethem at the intersection. Van Laethem was transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The four occupants of the Honda, all juveniles, were also transported to area hospitals with injuries that were not life-threatening. Officials say the Honda was an unreported stolen vehicle. An investigation is ongoing.

My heart goes out to William Van Laethem, the innocent motorist who was injured in this crash. I wish him the very best for a speedy and complete recovery. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers.

San Diego Car Accidents

According to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), there were 10 fatalities and 283 injuries involving Vista car accidents. In San Diego County as a whole, car accidents claimed 217 lives and injured 12,998 people, during the same year.

Was a Pursuit Justified?

Based on this news report, it appears that this car accident occurred when police officers were involved in a high-speed car chase on surface streets with the juvenile driver. It is unclear as to why officers made the decision to pursue this young driver. Any time a police officer makes such a decision, he or she potentially compromises public safety. The question that must be asked is: Is a high-speed pursuit justified in this type of a situation?

Most police departments have a "vehicle pursuit policy" in place. There's no question that police officers have a duty to apprehend dangerous criminals. In most of these cases, police officers do a commendable job. However, there needs to be a balancing test between the danger to the public and the requirement to apprehend a suspect. In this case, an innocent bystander was injured.

Victims' Claim for Compensation

In such cases, injured victims would be well-advised to seek the counsel of an experienced San Diego personal injury lawyer to obtain more information about pursuing their legal rights. Under California Government Code Section 911.2, any personal injury claim involving a governmental agency must be filed within 180 days of the incident.

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A woman in her 40s was injured in a San Diego car accident after being hit by a Toyota Tundra, the morning of October 17, 2011. According to a news report in The San Diego Union-Tribune, the pedestrian accident occurred as the victim was walking near the intersection of Gramercy Drive and Mobley Street in Serra Mesa. She sustained a head injury and was transported to a nearby hospital. The driver involved in the collision remained at the scene. An investigation is ongoing.

My thoughts and prayers are with the woman injured in this San Diego accident. I wish her the very best for a complete and speedy recovery.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), there were 18 fatalities and 494 injuries involving pedestrian accidents in the city of San Diego. Countywide, pedestrian accidents claimed 57 lives and caused 937 injuries, during the same year.

Laws Relating to Pedestrians

It appears from the news account that the victim may have been walking at an intersection. Under California law, motorists are required to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in any intersection's marked or unmarked crosswalk. California Vehicle Code Section 21950 states: "The driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection." The same section also states that the driver of a vehicle approaching a pedestrian within any marked or unmarked crosswalk "shall exercise all due care and shall reduce the speed of a vehicle or take any other action relating to the operating of the vehicle as necessary to safeguard the safety of the pedestrian."

Liability Issues

I trust officials are looking into whether distracted driving, inattention, impairment or some other form of negligence played a part in this crash. In such cases, injured victims can seek compensation from the at-fault motorist to cover medical expenses, loss of wages, cost of hospitalization, rehabilitation and other related damages. Victims would be well advised to contact an experienced San Diego personal injury lawyer, who will stay abreast of the official investigation and ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected.

A skilled car accident lawyer will also be able to determine whether a dangerous or defective roadway caused or contributed to this incident. If that was the case, the city or governmental agency responsible for maintaining the roadway can be held liable. Under California Government Code Section 911.2, any personal injury claim against a public entity must be properly filed within 180 days of the incident.

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Joan Milazzo, 56, was killed in a San Diego car accident after she was struck by a vehicle while crossing the street. According to a 10News report, the fatal pedestrian accident occurred in the 14900 block of Camino Del Sur, the morning of August 30, 2011. Milazzo had been hiking with her husband and sister, when a Nissan Sentra traveling at a high rate of speed hit her. Police say the 24-year-old male driver lost control of the vehicle and skidded into Milazzo as she stepped on to a curb. She was transported to an area hospital where she was pronounced dead. An investigation is ongoing.

I offer my deepest condolences to the family members and friends of Joan Milazzo for their tragic and heartbreaking loss. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), there were 18 fatalities and 494 injuries involving pedestrian accidents in the city of San Diego. Countywide, pedestrian accidents claimed 57 lives and caused 937 injuries, during the same year.

Excessive Speed

Based on this news report, it appears that Milazzo had almost made it to the other side of the road when the out-of-control Nissan hit her. Officials say the driver of the Nissan was traveling at an unsafe rate of speed at the time. California Vehicle Code Section 22350 (Basic Speed Law) states: "No person shall drive a vehicle upon a highway at a speed greater than is reasonable or prudent having due regard for weather, visibility, the traffic and on surface and width of, the highway, and in no event at a speed which endangers the safety of persons or property."

Fault and Liability

It is unclear at this time if alcohol or drugs were involved in this crash as well. If the driver of the Nissan is determined to have been at fault, he could face criminal charges and be held civilly liable for Milazzo's wrongful death. In cases where negligence or wrongdoing is involved, the family of a deceased car accident victim can file a wrongful death claim seeking compensation for medical expenses, funeral costs, lost future income and benefits, as well as loss of companionship. An experienced San Diego personal injury lawyerwill be able to better advice families in such cases about their legal rights and options.

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Jorge Salas, 43, was injured in a San Diego car accident when a 27-year-old Border Patrol agent lost control of his vehicle and crashed head-on with Salas' vehicle the morning of May 18, 2011. According to a news report in The San Diego Union-Tribune, the injury accident occurred on Route 94 in Dulzura, near Otay Lakes Road. The patrol vehicle veered out of control in the wet conditions and crashed head-on into a westbound Nissan Altima. Salas, who was in the Nissan, sustained major injuries and had to be cut from his vehicle. The patrol officer sustained minor injuries. An investigation is ongoing.

My thoughts and prayers are with Jorge Salas following this serious injury accident. I wish him the very best for a complete and speedy recovery.

San Diego Car Accident Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol’s 2008 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), 90 people were killed and 2,252 were injured as a result of car accidents in the unincorporated areas of San Diego County. During that same year, car accidents in San Diego County claimed 246 lives and injured 13,527 people.

What Caused This Head-On Collision?

Based on this news report, it is not clear what caused the Border Patrol officer's vehicle to go out of control. It appears weather may have been a factor. It is not clear if the officer was driving at an unsafe rate of speed at the time. According to California Vehicle Code Section 22350 (Basic Speed Law): "No person shall drive a vehicle upon a highway at a speed greater than is reasonable or prudent having due regard for weather, visibility, the traffic on, and the surface and width of, the highway, and in no event at a speed which endangers the safety of persons or property."

Fault and Liability

If the officer is determined to have been at fault, both he and his employer could be held financially responsible for the injuries and damages caused to Salas. Injured victims in such cases could seek compensation for medical expenses, loss of earnings, cost of hospitalization, rehabilitation and other related damages. Victims would be well-advised to contact an experienced San Diego personal injury lawyer, who will analyze all aspects of the incident and ensure that the negligent parties are held liable. Under California Government Code Section 911.2, any personal injury claim against a governmental entity must be filed within 180 days of the incident.

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Maria Medina, 62, was injured in a San Diego car accident when a tire on her 1993 Ford Ranger blew out and separated. According to a news report in The Imperial Valley Press, the injury rollover accident occurred at Orchard Road in Imperial County the morning of May 13, 2011. Medina was travelling north when the tread on the right rear tire separated and her vehicle veered out of control. The pickup rolled over the center median before coming to rest on the shoulder. Emergency workers had to free the victim from her vehicle by shearing off the roof of her pickup truck. She suffered a broken left hand and arm. No one else was injured in the crash.

My thoughts and prayers are with Maria Medina following this serious injury rollover accident. I wish her the very best for a complete and speedy recovery.

Car Accident Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol's 2008 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), 25 people were killed and 297 were injured as a result of car accidents in the unincorporated areas of Imperial County. During the same year, there were 34 fatalities and 475 injuries reported as a result of Imperial County car accidents.

Tire Tread Separation Causes Rollover

It appears from the report that the vehicle veered out of control and rolled over after the tread on one of the tires separated. It will have to be determined what caused this tire tread separation. Did the tire fail because it was defective? If so, the tire manufacturer may be liable for the crash. Did the vehicle roll over because of a defective design? If that was the case, the manufacturer of the defectively designed vehicle can also be held financially responsible for the injuries, damages and losses sustained. Once a tire loses its tread, it can become difficult even for experienced drivers to regain control of the vehicle.

Claim for Compensation

In such cases, injured victims can seek compensation for damages by filing a products liability claim against the tire manufacturer or the auto maker. They can seek compensation for medical expenses, loss of wages, cost of hospitalization, rehabilitation and other related damages. Car accident victims would be well-advised to contact an experienced San Diego personal injury lawyer, who has successfully handled auto products liability cases against large auto makers.

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