A 21-year-old man suffered major injuries in a San Diego car accident after his motorcycle was struck by a vehicle that was turning left at a street intersection. According to a 10News report, the injury motorcycle accident occurred at the intersection of Main and Vesta streets in the Barrio Logan area, the evening of January 31, 2012. Police say the victim was headed eastbound on Main Street when his motorcycle collided with a westbound Chevy Monte Carlo that attempted a left turn onto Vesta Street. The motorcyclist was transported to a local hospital with a broken femur and clavicle. An investigation is ongoing.

My thoughts and prayers are with the injured motorcyclist. I wish him the very best for a speedy and complete recovery.

San Diego Motorcycle Accidents

According to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), there were nine fatalities and 291 injuries involving San Diego motorcycle accidents. Countywide, motorcycle accidents claimed 39 lives and injured 989 people, during the same year.

Left Turn Law

Based on this news report, it appears that the Chevy Monte Carlo tried to make a left turn ahead of the motorcyclist. It is not clear if the car's driver failed to yield the right-of-way to the oncoming motorcyclist. California Vehicle Code Section 21801 (a) states: "The driver of a vehicle intending to turn to the left or to complete a U-turn upon a highway, or to turn left into public or private property, or an alley, shall yield the right-of-way to all vehicles approaching from the opposite direction which are close enough to constitute a hazard at any time during the turning movement, and shall continue to yield the right-of-way to the approaching vehicles until the left turn or U-turn can be made with reasonable safety."

Fault and Liability

I trust officials are looking into why the driver of the car did not yield the right-of-way to the motorcyclist. If the driver is determined to have been at fault, then, he or she can be held liable for the injuries and damages caused here. Injured victims in such cases can seek compensation to cover medical expenses, loss of wages, cost of hospitalization, rehabilitation and other related damages. Car accident victims would be well advised to seek the counsel of an experienced San Diego personal injury lawyer, who will analyze all aspects of the incident and ensure that the negligent parties are held liable.

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Omar Guerrero, 19, was seriously injured in a San Bernardino car accident when his 2011 Yamaha motorcycle collided with a maroon Toyota. According to a news report in The Press-Enterprise, the motorcycle accident occurred at the intersection of Sierra and Randall avenues in Fontana, the afternoon of December 18, 2011. Officials say Guerrero's motorcycle struck the back of the Toyota being driven by 45-year-old Hector Andrade. Guerrero was taken to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center in Colton with major injuries. Officials are still investigating the cause of this collision.

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

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), there were no fatalities, but 33 injuries reported as a result of motorcycle accidents in Fontana. In San Bernardino County as a whole, there were 32 fatalities and 450 injuries reported as a result of motorcycle accidents, during the same year.

Rear-End Collisions

Based on this news report, the motorcyclist crashed into the back of the Toyota. It is not clear, however, as to what led to the collision. There are several questions here. Was this accident the motorcyclist's fault? Did the driver of the Toyota come to a sudden stop or slow down suddenly, giving the motorcyclist little time to react, or stop and avoid the collision? Were any other vehicles involved? For example, did another vehicle stop suddenly in front of the Toyota causing the driver of the Toyota to brake? I trust officials are looking into these and other issues in order to determine precisely what occurred here and why.

Liability Issues

Anyone who has been seriously injured in a car accident would be well advised to contact an experienced San Bernardino personal injury lawyer, who will stay abreast of the official investigation and ensure that his or her rights and best interests are protected. If it is determined that Andrade, the driver of the Toyota, was at-fault for the crash, Guerrero can seek compensation from the at-fault motorist for damages including medical bills, rehabilitation services, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

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A Riverside County sheriff’s deputy was injured in a Riverside car accident when a 1998 Dodge pickup truck hit his motorcycle. According to a KPSP news report, the motorcycle accident occurred at the intersection of Heacock Street and Webster Avenue in Moreno Valley, the afternoon of December 13, 2011. Officials say the pickup struck the on-patrol deputy and then attempted to leave the scene of the crash. The deputy suffered non-life-threatening injuries in the incident and was transported to a nearby hospital. The truck driver was detained shortly after the collision and an investigation is underway.

My thoughts and prayers are with the deputy injured in this hit-and-run car accident. I wish this victim very best for a complete and speedy recovery.

Riverside Motorcycle Accident Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), there were no fatalities, but 31 injuries reported as a result of motorcycle accidents in Moreno Valley. During that same year, 31 fatalities and 500 injuries occurred as a result of Riverside County motorcycle accidents.

What Caused This Motorcycle Accident?

Based on this news report, the driver of the pickup truck crashed into the deputy's motorcycle. It is not entirely clear what led to collision. Did the driver fail to yield the right-of-way? Did the motorist fail to stop at the intersection? Was the driver distracted, speeding, under the influence of alcohol, or otherwise negligent? It does appear from the account that the truck's driver attempted to flee before being apprehended a block away. Not only is it inhumane and irresponsible to leave an injured victim at the scene of a crash, but it is also illegal.

California Vehicle Code Section 20001 (a) states: "The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to a person, other than himself or herself, or in the death of a person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident." I'm relieved to note that the suspect in this case was apprehended.

Liability Issues

Injured victims in such cases would be well advised to contact an experienced Riverside personal injury lawyer, who will stay abreast of the official investigation and ensure that the negligent parties are held liable. If the driver of the pickup is found at-fault for this crash, he or she can be held financially liable for the deputy's injuries. In cases involving an on-duty officer, additional compensation may be available through workers compensation benefits.

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A motorcycle rider was seriously injured in a Bakersfield car accident involving a suspected drunk driver who fled the scene. According to a KERO Bakersfield news report, the DUI collision occurred near a sobriety checkpoint on Golden State Highway in Bakersfield, the morning of November 27, 2011. Officials say a pickup driver struck the motorcyclist, before leaving the site of the accident. The victim of this motorcycle accident was taken to the hospital in serious condition. Officials were able to stop and arrest the driver of the pickup. This motorist now faces charges of DUI causing serious injury, felony hit-and-run, and failing to yield to police.

My thoughts and prayers are with the injured motorcycle accident victim. I wish this person the very best for a complete and quick recovery.

DUI Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), 12 people were killed and 163 were injured in alcohol-related car accidents in Bakersfield. There were 61 fatalities and 450 injuries reported in Kern County DUI collisions, during the same year.

Violations of the Law

Based on this news report, the suspected drunk driver hit the motorcyclist and then left the scene of the crash. Appalling! Leaving the scene of an injury car accident is not only an inhumane and irresponsible act, but also a serious crime under California law. California Vehicle Code Section 20001 (a) states: "The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to a person, other than himself or herself, or in the death of a person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident."

Officials say that the motorist here was under the influence of alcohol. According to California Vehicle Code Section 23152 (a): "It is unlawful for any person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug, or under the combined influence of any alcoholic beverage and drug, to drive a vehicle."

Liability Issues

In this particular case, the injured motorcyclist can seek compensation from the at-fault driver for damages including medical expenses, loss of wages, hospitalization, surgeries, rehabilitation, pain and suffering, and emotional distress. Victims of car accidents involving wrongdoing or negligence would be well advised to contact an experienced Bakersfield personal injury lawyer who will help protect their rights and best interests. For more information about the dangers of driving under the influence, please visit the Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) web site at www.madd.org.

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Three people were injured in a San Diego car accident, which officials report, involved a drunk driver crashing into the back of a motorcycle, the night of November 6, 2011. According to a news report in The San Diego Union-Tribune, the DUI collision occurred on College Avenue near Acorn Street in Rolando. Officials say the driver of a Volvo slammed into a motorcycle. The 23-year-old motorist suffered life-threatening internal injuries, the male motorcyclist sustained a broken neck and his passenger suffered a broken arm. Officials suspect that the Volvo's driver was under the influence of alcohol.

My thoughts and prayers are with the injured victims of this San Diego crash. I wish them the very best for a complete and speedy recovery.

San Diego DUI Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), there were 27 fatalities and 748 injuries involving DUI collisions in San Diego. In San Diego County as a whole, 103 people died and 1,754 were injured due to alcohol-related crashes, during the same year.

California DUI Law

Based on this news report, the driver of the Volvo was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crash. According to California Vehicle Code Section 23152 (a): "It is unlawful for any person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug, or under the combined influence of any alcoholic beverage and drug, to drive a vehicle." The same section also states that it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 percent or higher.

Liability Issues

In this particular case, in addition to facing criminal charges, the driver of the Volvo can be held financially responsible for the injuries and damages suffered by the motorcyclist and his passenger. Injured victims in such cases can seek compensation 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 has a successful track record of financially pursuing drunk drivers. For more information about the dangers of driving under the influence, please visit the Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) web site at www.madd.org.

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Maxwell Martin Carpenter, 23 of Oxnard was killed in a Ventura County motorcycle accident after losing control of his cycle and striking a curb and a street sign. According to a news report in The Ventura County Star, the fatal motorcycle accident occurred at the intersection of Wendy Drive and Peppermint Street in Newbury Park in the early hours of October 20, 2011. Officials say Carpenter lost control of his motorcycle at the intersection. He died shortly afterward from blunt force injuries. Officials are not sure why he lost control of his motorcycle. The investigation is ongoing.

My deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Maxwell Martin Carpenter following this tragic motorcycle accident. My thoughts and prayers are with them during this difficult time.

Ventura County Accident Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), eight people were killed and 80 were injured as a result of motorcycle accidents in the unincorporated areas of Ventura County. During that same year, Ventura County motorcycle crashes claimed 13 lives and caused 192 injuries. In addition, 57 people died and 3,421 were injured due to Ventura County car accidents in 2009.

What Caused This Fatal Motorcycle Crash?

This report does not state why Carpenter lost control of the motorcycle. There are several unanswered questions here. Why did the motorcycle strike the curb? Were there any other motorists involved in the crash? Did a defective auto part or a mechanical malfunction cause the victim to lose control? Did speed play a part in the accident? Did a dangerous or defective roadway cause or contribute to this fatal accident? I trust officials are looking into these and other issues in order to determine precisely what occurred here and why.

Liability Issues

If an auto defect or defective part contributed to this fatal motorcycle accident, the manufacturer of the vehicle or the maker of the defective part may be held liable for the victim's wrongful death. If a dangerous roadway led to the crash, then, the city or governmental entity responsible for maintaining the roadway can be held liable. Under California Government Code Section 911.2, any personal injury or wrongful death claim against a governmental entity must be filed within 180 days of the incident. Families of deceased accident victims would be well-advised to contact an experienced Ventura personal injury lawyer, who will stay abreast of the official investigation and ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected.

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Hoc Nguyen, 28, was killed in a San Francisco car accident after he fell off his motorcycle and was struck by another vehicle on the freeway. According to a news report in the Morgan Hill Times, the fatal motorcycle accident occurred the night of October 13, 2011 on the southbound U.S. 101 near Metcalf Road. California Highway Patrol officials say Nguyen was riding his 2009 Yamaha motorcycle at about 70 mph when he ran over a set of ladders that were blocking two lanes. He was ejected from his motorcycle and struck by a 2000 Honda driven by a 63-year-old man. Nguyen died from his injuries. Anyone with information about the two orange fiberglass ladders or its owner is asked to contact CHP officials at 408-848-2324.

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

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

According to CHP's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), there were no fatalities but five injuries reported as a result of motorcycle accidents in Morgan Hill. In Santa Clara County as a whole, 12 people died and 279 were injured due to motorcycle accidents, during the same year.

Law Relating to Roadway Debris

Based on this news report, it appears that the victim was thrown off his motorcycle because he struck the two ladders that were dropped on the freeway. Officials are still looking for the driver of the vehicle that dropped those ladders. 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."

Liability Issues

In this particular case, the driver of the vehicle that dropped those ladders, leading to Nguyen's fatal injuries, can be held civilly liable for his wrongful death. Dumping debris on the freeway amounts to negligence. In cases where negligence or wrongdoing is involved, the family of a deceased victim can file a wrongful death claim against the at-fault party seeking compensation for medical expenses, funeral costs, lost future income, loss of companionship, and other related damages.

An experienced San Francisco personal injury lawyer will be able to advise victims' families about how to seek compensation in roadway debris accidents where the at-fault party has not been apprehended. A skilled car accident lawyer will also inform them about how their own car insurance policy might apply to an incident where the at-fault party has not been found or in a case where that individual or entity is uninsured or underinsured.

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A 66-year-old Glendale man was killed in a Long Beach car accident after his motorcycle rear-ended a vehicle. According to a City News Service report, the fatal motorcycle accident occurred in the southbound lanes of the 605 Freeway, the night of September 25, 2011. California Highway Patrol officials say the rider crashed his 1991 Harley Davidson into the back of a Honda Accord driven by 58-year-old Marlon Gloria. The man was thrown off his motorcycle and hit by a Toyota Corolla driven by 25-year-old Calvin Ngo. It is unclear what caused the initial collision or why the second car was unable to avoid the collision. An investigation is ongoing.

My heartfelt condolences go out to the friends and family of the man killed in this tragic motorcycle accident. My thoughts and prayers are with them during this difficult time.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

According to CHP's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), six people were killed and 83 were injured in Long Beach motorcycle accidents. During that same year, 83 fatalities and 2,719 injuries occurred as a result of Los Angeles County motorcycle accidents.

What Caused This Fatal Accident?

Based on this news report, it is unclear as to what caused the motorcyclist to rear-end the Honda. Was the motorcyclist traveling too fast or following the vehicle too closely? Did the driver of the Honda make an unsafe lane change or stop suddenly? Was the driver of the Toyota traveling at an unsafe speed? Why was he unable to stop in time to avoid running over the motorcyclist? I trust officials are looking into these and other issues in order to determine what occurred here and why.

Liability Issues

In cases where negligence or wrongdoing is involved, the family of a deceased victim can file a wrongful death claim seeking compensation for medical expenses, funeral costs, lost future income, loss of love and companionship, and other related damages. The victim's family would be well-advised to contact an experienced Long Beach personal injury lawyer, who will analyze all aspects 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 car accident victims and their families.

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A 34-year-old South Pasadena police officer was injured in a Los Angeles car accident which officials say, involved an inexperienced driver. According to a news report in The San Gabriel Valley Tribune, the motorcycle accident occurred on Mt. Baldy Road in Claremont, the evening of September 19, 2011. The off-duty police officer was riding his motorcycle when a car turned in front of him. The victim sustained injuries to his elbows and legs and was flown by helicopter to a nearby hospital. Officials have stated that the female car driver involved was inexperienced, but the report does not state her age or mention if she will face charges in the accident.

My thoughts and prayers are with the police officer injured in this Los Angeles County accident. I wish him the very best for a complete and speedy recovery.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), one person was killed and eight were injured in Claremont motorcycle accidents. During that same year, 83 fatalities and 2,719 injuries occurred involving Los Angeles County motorcycle accidents.

Right-of-Way Issues

The report states that the driver pulled into traffic without properly yielding the right-of- way to the off-duty police officer. According to California Vehicle Code Section 21804 (a): "The driver of any vehicle about to enter or cross a highway from any public or private property, or from an alley, shall yield the right-of-way to all traffic." Vehicles entering traffic "shall continue to yield the right-of-way to that traffic until he or she can proceed with reasonable safety."

Liability Issues

In this particular case, if the driver is determined to have been at fault, she can be held liable for the injuries caused to the motorcyclist. Car accident victims can seek compensation for medical expenses, loss of wages, cost of hospitalization, physical therapy, and other related damages. Victims would be well-advised to contact an experienced Los Angeles personal injury lawyer, who will analyze all aspects 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 injured victims and their families.

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