Evert Walker, 24, of Lake Forest, was killed in an Orange County car accident after he lost control of his vehicle and crashed. According to a news report in The Orange County Register, the fatal car accident occurred early morning on January 14, 2012 on the 73 Toll Road in San Juan Capistrano. California Highway Patrol officials say Walker's Dodge Dakota veered to the left of the roadway, crashed into a guardrail and a raised concrete pole base, before catching fire. Officials are still looking into the cause of this fatal crash. Anyone with information is asked to contact CHP officials at 949-487-4000.

I offer my deepest condolences to the family members and friends of Evert Walker for their devastating loss. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

Orange County Car Accidents

According to CHP's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), one person died and 154 were injured in San Juan Capistrano car accidents. In Orange County as a whole, 141 people died and 13,373 were injured due to car accidents, during the same year.

What Caused This Crash?

Based on this news report, it is unclear as to how or why this fiery collision occurred. Officials are not sure how fast Walker was driving at the time. There are several other unanswered questions here. Was there an auto defect or mechanical malfunction in Walker's vehicle at the time? Was there a dangerous condition on the roadway, which caused him to lose control? Were other vehicles involved? For instance, did another driver run Walker off the roadway? I trust officials are looking into these and other factors in order to determine what occurred here and why.

Liability Issues

In such cases, it would be a good idea to preserve the vehicle in its current condition, unaltered, so an expert can thoroughly examine it for vehicle defects, mechanical failure and other evidence. In cases where negligence is involved, the family of a deceased victim can file a wrongful death claim seeking compensation for damages including medical expenses, funeral costs, and lost future income and benefits. Victims' families would be well advised to contact an experienced Orange County personal injury lawyer, who will analyze all facets of the incident and ensure that the negligent parties are held liable. The best personal injury law firms will always offer a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation to accident victims or their families.

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One person was hospitalized after an Orange County car accident, which officials say, involved three vehicles. According to a news report in The Orange County Register, the injury collision occurred the afternoon of December 12, 2011 near 35505 Ortega Highway in San Juan Capistrano. The crash was initially reported as a two-car collision, but a third vehicle was somehow involved and overturned, California Highway Patrol officials say. One victim who had suffered traumatic injuries was transported to a nearby hospital. An investigation is ongoing.

I sympathize with the injured person in this collision. I truly hope this victim did not suffer catastrophic injuries, and wish the person the very best for a speedy and complete recovery.

Orange County Car Accidents

According to CHP's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), San Juan Capistrano car accidents claimed the life of one person and injured 154 people. In Orange County as a whole, 141 fatalities were reported and 13,373 were injured due to car accidents, during the same year.

Possible Accident Causes

Based on this news report, it is not clear precisely what led to this multi-car collision. There are several questions here. The roadway where this crash occurred is a two-lane highway. Was this a head-on collision? Did one of the vehicles get rear-ended? Did one of the motorists try to make an unsafe lane change? Was intoxication, driver distraction, inattention or some other form of negligence contribute to this collision? Did speed or slick roadway conditions cause this accident? I trust officials will examine these and other factors in order to determine precisely what occurred here and why.

Protecting Victims' Rights

In a multi-vehicle crash, the investigation can get complicated, especially as it involves multiple parties and insurance companies. In such cases, it would be in the best interests of victims to refrain from rushing into settlements or talking to insurance adjusters. Victims would be well advised to first contact an experienced Orange County personal injury lawyer, who will stay on top of the official investigation and look out for their best interests. Injured victims can seek compensation from the at-fault parties for medical expenses, lost wages, cost of hospitalization, rehabilitation and other related damages. The best personal injury law firms will always offer a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation to car accident victims and their families.

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A Lake Elsinore woman in her 40s was killed in an Orange County car accident that resulted in the arrest of the 18-year-old male driver. According to a news report in The Orange County Register, the fatal car accident occurred on Ortega Highway, near Caspers Park, in San Juan Capistrano, the morning of November 18, 2011. Officials say Francisco Jesus Ochoa drove off the roadway and struck a tree. The female passenger was killed in the collision and Ochoa was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities have charged Ochoa with vehicular manslaughter and they are investigating if speeding, alcohol or reckless driving was a contributing factor in the crash.

My deepest sympathies go out to the friends and family of the Lake Elsinore woman killed in this tragic accident. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

Orange County Car Accident Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), one person was killed and 154 were injured in San Juan Capistrano car accidents. During that same year, there were 141 fatalities and 13,373 injuries reported due to Orange County car accidents.

What Caused This Fatal Crash?

Based on this news report, the Ochoa has been arrested on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter. I trust investigators are determining the answers to a number of questions here. Was the 18-year-old driver under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident? Was he fatigued, distracted, inattentive, or otherwise negligent in anyway? Was he exceeding the speed limit before leaving the roadway and crashing into a tree?

According to California Vehicle Code Section 22350: "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."

Liability Issues

Families of car accident victims would be well advised to contact an experienced Orange County personal injury lawyer, who will stay abreast of the official investigation to ensure that their rights are protected. In cases involving negligence or wrongdoing, the at-fault driver can be held liable for damages including, lost future wages, funeral expenses, loss of companionship. The best personal injury attorneys will always provide a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation to victims or their families.

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One man was killed and another was injured in an Orange County car accident, the afternoon of August 16, 2011. According to a news report in The Orange County Register, the fatal car accident occurred on Del Obispo, near Camino del Avion, in San Juan Capistrano. The 2011 Jeep went off the roadway, through a fence, down an embankment, and into a utility building. The vehicle then caught fire. One man, whose injuries have not yet been determined, was able to get out of the SUV, but the other was in the vehicle and died at the scene. Both men were 21 years old. Officials say the Jeep was traveling at a high rate of speed before its driver lost control. An investigation is ongoing.

I offer my deepest condolences to the family members and friends of this deceased car accident victim. Please keep his grieving family in your thoughts and prayers. I also offer my best wishes for a quick and complete recovery to the victim who survived this crash.

Car Accident Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), one person died and 154 were injured as a result of San Juan Capistrano car accidents. In Orange County as a whole, 141 fatalities and 13,373 injuries were reported due to car accidents in 2009.

What Caused This Fatal Crash?

Based on this news report, it is still unclear as to what caused this tragic car accident. Officials are saying that the driver may have been going too fast and lost control as a result. 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."

It is not clear if the driver was the one who was injured or killed. If driver negligence was a factor, the driver can be held liable. If the driver is deceased, then the injured passenger can seek compensation from his or her liability insurance or estate.

Liability Issues

In this case, I trust officials are looking into whether an auto defect or mechanical malfunction played a part as well. If that was the case, the auto maker can be held liable for the resulting injuries and damages. In such cases, it would be a good idea to have an expert thoroughly examine the vehicle for defects, malfunctions, design flaws, or other evidence. An experienced Orange County personal injury lawyer will be able to advise injured victims or their families about their legal rights and options.

 

Car Accident Attorneys in Orange County

There are many accidents caused by auto defects, but a majority are attributed to driver error because of a lack of investigation. Do you feel police should create more specific protocols for detecting defects?  Yes No They already have enough to do Current Results

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Authorities have identified 67-year-old Jose Elizondo as the victim of an Orange County car accident that occurred the afternoon of January 15, 2010. The Orange County Register reports that the fatal car crash occurred on the 5 Freeway in San Juan Capistrano near the Junipero Serra Road off-ramp, when the Ford Taurus driven by Elizondo clipped a Nissan Sentra. The Taurus then went off the roadway, rolled over and landed on a clump of cactus. A female passenger in the Ford was taken to an area hospital with injuries. Occupants in the Sentra were uninjured.

My heart goes out to those who knew and loved this car crash victim. I offer my deepest sympathies for their devastating loss. I also wish the injured passenger the very best for a quick and full recovery. These victims and their families will be in my prayers.

Car Accident Statistics

There were two fatalities and 125 injuries involving car accidents in San Juan Capistrano, according to California Highway Patrol's 2007 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In Orange County as a whole, 178 deaths and 14,185 injuries were reported as a result of car accidents in 2007.

What Caused this Car Accident?

Based on this news report, it is not clear exactly what may have caused this car accident. The article does indicate that high speed may have played a part. However, it is also critical, in such cases, to look into whether a vehicle defect or any other mechanical malfunction in the vehicle caused the accident. It also important to look into whether Elizondo's fatal injuries were caused by auto product defects such as seatbelt defects, seatback defects and airbag failures.

In such cases, victims and their families should consult with an experienced Orange County personal injury lawyer who will carefully examine all aspects of the accident, and make sure their legal rights and best interests are protected.

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