Serious Injuries
6 Critical After SUV Slams into Tree in Hyde Park
HYDE PARK, Calif. (KTLA) — Six people are in critical condition after a single-car crash in Hyde Park.
The accident happened just before 3 a.m. Friday morning at West Florence Avenue and South Halldale Avenue.
Firefighters say an SUV spun out of control and crashed into a tree, ejecting five female victims.
Two of the victims were thrown as far as 75 feet from the SUV, according to firefighters.
A sixth woman — the passenger in the front seat — had to be extricated with the jaws of life.
All six victims were transported to the hospital in critical condition.
Investigators say they believe speed may have played a role.
Police also told KTLA that an open container of alcohol was found inside the vehicle.
It wasn’t immediately clear if alcohol played a role in the crash.
Cause of the Hyde Park Crash
The crash remains under investigation and the California Highway Patrol is expected to release more information today.
Automobile Accidents and Serious Injury Liabilty
The laws regarding catastrophic injury cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced wrongful death lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
Attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a catastrophic injury. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its catastrophic injury cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention neccessary to obtain a successful result for your catastrophic injury case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and top expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all catastrophic injury and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm. Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so that we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the responsible parties who caused you or your family member catastrophic injuries!
If you or a family member sustained catastrophic injuries you need to contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler, an experienced law firm, immediately to protect your legal rights and preserve the evidence. The laws and time limitations can be complex so protect your legal rights by contacting the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today.
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Crash
SAN DIEGO — A 21-year-old man was seriously injured when his motorcycle collided with a car in the Barrio Logan area, police said Wednesday.
The crash occurred near the intersection of Main and Vesta streets at 4:47 p.m. Tuesday, said San Diego police Officer Dino Delimitros.
The rider was transported to a hospital for treatment of a broken femur and clavicle, he said
Cause of the San Diego Crash
According to news reports, the victim was riding eastbound on Main Street when the Chevrolet, travelling westbound, turned left in front the motorcycle’s path, onto Vesta Street. The cause of the collision remains under investigation by the San Diego Police Report Traffic Division. It is unclear how fast the car or the motorcycle were travelling when the crash occurred.
Motorcycle Accident Personal Injury Liability
If the investigation determines that the driver of the Chevrolet is responsible for causing this crash, by failing to yield to the right-of-way of the motorcyclist, the driver may be liable for the victim’s injuries. Compensation recovered in a San Diego motorcycle accident personal injury claim may include damages for medical care, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages. Following a serious injury accident such as this one, the victim or his family would be well-advised to contact a San Diego personal injury lawyer, such as Gary A. Kessler for a free consultation. Gary A. Kessler, a skilled attorney can review the accident report, and advise the victim and his family of their best course of action following this motorcyle accident.
PERRIS: Pit bull bites 12-year-old girl
Riverside County animal control officers quarantined a pit bull that bit a 12-year-old girl this afternoon, a sheriff’s spokesman said.
The dog bit the girl near East Rider Street and Evans Road at about 3 p.m., sheriff’s spokeswoman Cpl. Courtney Donowho said by phone.
The girl was taken to the hospital for medical attention, but Donowho said she did not immediately know the extent of the girl’s injuries.
Dog Attacks and serious injury liability
CALIFORNIA DOG BITE STATUTE SECTION 3342
Under California Law, it is no longer necessary for the Plaintiff to prove that the dog was known to be vicious or had a propensity to bite. One bite alone is sufficient for liability. Dog owners do not get a second chance in California. They are liable for any injury their animals cause regardless of whether the animal had bitten anyone previously. Under California Dog Bite Statute Section 3342 the Plaintiff must prove in a dog bite case the following:
- Defendant owned the dog;
- The dog bit the Plaintiff;
- The Plaintiff was lawfully on the premises (express or implied consent to be on the premises) where the bite occured; and
- Plaintiff sustained injuries from the dog bite.
What You Should Do If You Or A Loved One Has Been Bitten By A Dog:
- Take pictures of your injuries immediately;
- Consult law enforcement and request that a police report be made;
- Keep copies of all medical bills and records;
- Continue to take pictures of the bite(s) as the wounds heal;
- Be sure that your doctor is qualified and determine if you are a candidate for plastic surgery to get rid of the scarring;
- If an adult who is employed sustained injuries and lost wages, keep a record of economic loss.
WE WILL FIGHT FOR YOU!
Demand accountability from dog owners. Settling dog bite claims can be difficult and complex. Many times the insurance companies will play “hardball” if you try to settle the case yourself or you have employed a lawyer who does not have the litigation experience to handle such a case. We at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler have 20 years of litigation experience and we know how to handle the insurance companies. We are prepared to front all of the costs required for the necessary investigations and expert witnesses needed to prepare your case for trial. Are the other law firms you are considering willing to front all costs?
In a dog bite case, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive a percentage of the settlement or verdict of what we recover for our attorney’s fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorney’s fees or costs are owed to our firm. Thus, in all personal injury cases, our fees are recovered as a percentage of any settlement or verdict awarded to our clients.
Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so that we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the responsible parties who caused you or your family member catastrophic injuries!
If you or a family member sustained serious dog bite injuries contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler, an experienced law firm, immediately to protect your legal rights and preserve the evidence.
2011 statistics
- 31 U.S. fatal dog attacks occurred in 2011. Despite being regulated in Military Housing Areas and over 650 U.S. cities, pit bulls led these attacks accounting for 71% (22). Pit bulls make up less than 5% of the total U.S. dog population.2
- Notably in 2011, adult victims of fatal pit bull attacks more than doubled the number of child victims. Of the 22 total pit bull victims, 68% (15) fell between the ages of 32 to 76, and 32% (7) were ages 5 years and younger.
- The year 2011 also marks an increase in pet pit bulls killing their owners. Of the 8 total instances this year in which a family dog inflicted fatal injury to its primary caretaker, the dog’s owner, 88% (7) involved pet pit bulls.
- Together, pit bulls (22) and rottweilers (4), the number two lethal dog breed, accounted for 84% of all fatal attacks in 2011. In the 7-year period from 2005 to 2011, this same combination accounted for 73% (156) of the total recorded deaths (213).
- The breakdown between pit bulls and rottweilers is substantial over this 7-year period. From 2005 to 2011, pit bulls killed 127 Americans,3 about one citizen every 20 days, versus rottweilers, which killed 29; about one citizen every 88 days.
- Annual data from 2011 shows that 58% (18) of the attacks occurred to adults (21 years and older) and 42% (13) occurred to children (11 years and younger). Of the children, 62% (8) occurred to ages 1 and younger.
- 2011 data also shows that 39% (12) of the fatal incidents involved more than one dog; 26% (8) involved breeding on the dog owner’s property either actively or in the recent past, and 6% (2) involved tethered dogs, down from 9% in 2010 and 19% in 2009.
- Dog ownership information for 2011 shows that family dogs comprised 65% (20) of the attacks that resulted in death; 74% (23) of all incidents occurred on the dog owner’s property and 29% (9) resulted in criminal charges, up from 15% in 2010.
- The states of California and Texas led fatalities in 2011, each with 4 deaths; pit bulls and their mixes contributed to 88% (7) of the 8 deaths. North Carolina, New Mexico, South Carolina and Virginia each incurred 2 deaths.
- 2011 Fatal Dog attacks by breed
Selma woman hurt in 3-vehicle crash
A 45-year-old Selma woman was injured in a three-vehicle crash Friday north of Kingsburg, the California Highway Patrol said.
Mary Jo Reid sustained major injuries in the collision at Mountain View and Academy avenues shortly after 8 a.m. Friday, the CHP said.
Reid was taken to Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno, where she was in serious condition today, a hospital spokeswoman said.
Reid was traveling east on Mountain View when a westbound vehicle driven by Alexandra Alves, 18, of Kingsburg, waiting to turn south on Academy, was rear-ended by a third vehicle, the CHP said. Alves’ and Reid’s vehicles collided head-on.
The driver of the vehicle that struck Alves’ vehicle was Adriana Gonzales, 25, of Dinuba, the CHP said.
Cause of the Fresno Crash
The crash remains under investigation and the California Highway Patrol is expected to release more information today.
Automobile Accidents and Serious Injury Liabilty
The laws regarding catastrophic injury cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced wrongful death lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
Attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a catastrophic injury. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its catastrophic injury cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention neccessary to obtain a successful result for your catastrophic injury case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and top expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all catastrophic injury and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm. Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so that we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the responsible parties who caused you or your family member catastrophic injuries!
If you or a family member sustained catastrophic injuries you need to contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler, an experienced law firm, immediately to protect your legal rights and preserve the evidence. The laws and time limitations can be complex so protect your legal rights by contacting the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today.
Border Patrol agent hurt in big-rig wreck
A Border Patrol pickup truck and a big-rig crashed this morning along a highway near the Colorado River city of Needles where the agent was taken to a hospital for treatment of non life-threatening injuries, California Highway Patrol officers say.
The accident was reported at 5:45 a.m. today along Highway 95 about eight miles south of Interstate 40.
The agent was driving north and the big-rig was headed south, CHP Sgt. Steve Ahrens said by telephone. Both vehicles ended up on the shoulder of the southbound lanes, Ahrens said.
The trucker was not injured. And the highway remained open to traffic after the collision.
Cause of the Needles Big -Rig Crash
Based on the limited information provided by news reports it is unclear what caused the collision . Investigators are still trying to piece together how the accident happened.
Big -Rig Accidents and Personal Injury Liability
The laws regarding personal injury/”trucking accident” cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to family members to seek the advice of an experienced Needles personal Injury/”trucking accident” lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your legal rights and those of your loved ones.
California trucking accident attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme grief and sorrow associated with the injury of a loved one. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its “trucking accident” cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention neccessary to obtain a successful result for your “trucking accident” case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all wrongful death and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm.
If you have been seriously injured or a family member sustained fatal injuries involving a tractor-trailer rig you need to contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler or another experienced law firm immediately to protect your rights and preserve the evidence. The laws and time limitations can be complex so protect your legal rights by contacting the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today.
Four hospitalized after suspected drunk driving accident
An elderly couple is recovering after police investigators say the two were hit by a suspected drunk driver at a southwest Bakersfield intersection.
The 72-year-old driver of the pontiac suffered moderate injuries, and a 70-year-old passenger suffered major injuries. Police say the driver and passenger of the Saturn both suffered moderate injuries.
All four were taken to Kern Medical Center.
Cause of the Bakersfield Crash
Bakersfield Police Department investigators reported Sunday morning, a 34-year-old driver of a green Saturn coupe ran a red light at the intersection of White Lane and Akers Road, broadsiding a grey Pontiac. Investigators also reported that the Saturn is suspected of driving drunk.
DUI- impaired driving accident personal injury liability
The laws regarding catastrophic injury cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced personal injury lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
Attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a catastrophic injury. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its catastrophic injury cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention neccessary to obtain a successful result for your catastrophic injury case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and top expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all catastrophic injury and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm. Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so that we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the responsible parties who caused you or your family member catastrophic injuries!
If you or a family member sustained catastrophic injuries you need to contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler, an experienced law firm, immediately to protect your legal rights and preserve the evidence. The laws and time limitations can be complex so protect your legal rights by contacting the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today.
MORENO VALLEY: Two-car crash injures six
Six people were injured — one critically – in a two-car crash at Allesandro Boulevard and Lesselle Street this morning, fire officials reported.
The crash was reported at 10:58 a.m. Four ambulances and two fire engines responded to the crash, a CalFire/Riverside County fire news release stated.
The names of the victims were not released.
Cause of the Moreno Valley Crash
The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the cause of the accident.
Auto Accidents and Personal Injury Liability
If you have been involved in a California automobile accident you may be entitled to compensation by the negligent party’s insurance company and/or your own if the negligent driver was uninsured or underinsured. Never proceed with a negligence claim without first obtaining legal advice from an experienced California lawyer who knows how to deal with the insurance companies and will make sure you receive maximum compensation for your injuries and damages.
California auto accident lawyer Gary A Kessler will promptly investigate a crash, determine fault, and seek to recover all legal damages. Regardless of who was at fault in the accident, victims should immediately seek the counsel of an experienced automobile accident attorney to protect your legal rights. Within the first week, important physical evidence can be lost, and/or destroyed and witnesses may become hard to find.
Driver, 79, hits two cars head-on and flips
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO – A 79-year-old woman is hospitalized with significant injuries after driving head-on into two other cars, ultimately leading to a six-car crash, police said.
The crash occurred at 6:20 p.m. on Saturday as the woman drove westbound on Ortega Highway. When she got to Camino Capistrano she made a right turn and crossed over into head-on traffic, Lt. Roland Chacon
Three other cars were also involved in the crash. Four other people were taken to nearby hospitals, Chacon said.
Orange County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating whether speed may have been a factor in the crash, Chacon said.
Cause of the Orange County Crash
If news accounts of this incident are accurate, the 79 year old driver is likely responsible for the incident. While this devastating Orange County accident remains under investigation, the family members of those accident victims who were seriously injured would be well-advised to speak with an understanding and knowledgeable Orange County Personal Injury Lawyer. An attorney such as Gary A. Kessler who has successfully handled serious injury accidents can advise the victim’s family of their legal rights to hold the driver accountable and best course of action should they wish to pursue a personal injury claim.
Woman struck by vehicle on Kings Canyon in SE Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — A woman is recovering in the hospital after she was hit by a car while trying to cross Kings Canyon Road in Southeast Fresno.
Police say the driver simply didn’t see the woman as she stepped off the median to cross the road with her bicycle.
Investigators say it appears the woman did not have any broken bones. She was breathing, but unresponsive when she was rushed to the hospital.
“The driver of the blue vehicle was interviewed and found to be validly licensed and not under the influence,” said Sgt. Richard Dejong. “He had insurance, this is just an unfortunate situation.”
The condition of the woman who was run over — is not known yet.
Cause of the Fresno Crash
The cause of the initial crash between the pedestrian and the vehicle is under investigation, but police say neither drugs nor alcohol are believed to have been a factor. No arrests were reported.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Accident Liability
Unfortunately, the reality of most pedestrian and bicycle accident victims usually sustain serious/catastrophic injuries which many times results in death. Over the past twenty years attorney Gary A Kessler has a proven successful track record demanding accountability from the responsible parties and obtaining outstanding results for his clients.
The laws regarding pedestrian cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
The California pedestrian accident attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a pedestrian accident. Such accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and pedestrian accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention neccessary to obtain a successful result for your case.
When you suffer serious/traumatic injuries or a loved one’s death, you are entitled to compensation (medical bills, funeral costs, lost wages, future wages and pain and suffering). The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler will aggressively represent you and fight for your rights against the insurance companies for the monetary damages you deserve.
The Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler can help recover compensation for the victim through his insurance, if he has one. Compensation in a civil claim can include medical care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, or other related damages.
3 Injured In Pedestrian Accident In Reseda
A four-vehicle accident in Reseda today left a pedestrian critically injured and two other men with lesser injuries, authorities said.
Paramedics sent to the 7200 block of Lindley Avenue about 9 a.m., transported the critically injured man to a hospital to be treated, said Erik Scott of the Los Angeles Fire Department.
Another male pedestrian and a passenger in one vehicle suffered injuries described as “non-life-threatening,” Scott said. The circumstances of the accident were under investigation.
Cause of the Reseda Crash
The cause of the initial crash is under investigation, but police say neither drugs nor alcohol are believed to have been a factor. No arrests were reported.
Pedestrian Accident Liability
Unfortunately, the reality of most pedestrian accident victims usually sustain serious/catastrophic injuries which many times results in death. Over the past twenty years attorney Gary A Kessler has a proven successful track record demanding accountability from the responsible parties and obtaining outstanding results for his clients.
The laws regarding pedestrian cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
The California pedestrian accident attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a pedestrian accident. Such accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and pedestrian accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention neccessary to obtain a successful result for your case.
When you suffer serious/traumatic injuries or a loved one’s death, you are entitled to compensation (medical bills, funeral costs, lost wages, future wages and pain and suffering). The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler will aggressively represent you and fight for your rights against the insurance companies for the monetary damages you deserve.
The Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler can help recover compensation for the victim through his insurance, if he has one. Compensation in a civil claim can include medical care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, or other related damages.
