Two people killed in collision with Sound Transit bus
The Washington State Patrol says a Sound Transit bus traveled about two miles after being involved in a crash on Interstate 405 in Kirkland that killed two elderly people.
Trooper Julie Judson said several passengers on the bus called 911 Monday night to report that it had been in at least one collision and wasn’t stopping.
The bus hit a 2010 Ford Escape at 128th Street, but the bus continued to 160th before stopping.
Robert Rotta, 76, was a passenger in the SUV who died at the scene. Elizabeth Rotta, 75, was pronounced dead at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle at 2:12 a.m. Tuesday.
The driver of the SUV, 51-year-old Kendall Rota, was also transported to Harborview. He is in satisfactory condition.
The bus driver told troopers his brakes weren’t working, and that’s why he didn’t stop sooner. Troopers were investigating the condition of the bus, along with the cause of the accident.
“A piece of this will obviously be the inspection of the bus, establishing if there were any defects or if that was something that the driver felt was happening that didn’t occur,” said Judson.
Washington State Patrol spent the night analyzing the crime scene. Today, a full inspection of the bus will take place as troopers try to identify the cause of the accident.
Fatal Collision in Temecula
On Monday May 6, 2013, at about 2:45 PM officers from the Temecula Police Department responded to a report of a traffic collision at the intersection of Rancho California Road and Town Center in the city of Temecula. Upon arrival, witnesses told officers that a male in a full-size truck was traveling west on Rancho California Road when he failed to stop at the signal light at Town Center. The truck struck a gold Pontiac then spun out and struck a gold Saturn. The truck came to rest facing east on Rancho California Road.
The Pontiac and Saturn were heavily damaged and remained in the intersection. Each vehicle contained one female occupant.
The suspect then fled the scene east on Rancho California Road and into the Temecula Town Center shopping center. He was located and detained at that location by officers.
The driver of the Pontiac, a 27-year-old female from Escondido and the driver of the Saturn, a 38-year-old female from Corona were transported to local hospitals. The 27-year-old female succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital.
The driver of the truck, Travis Hughes Braswell, 63 years old from Menifee, was transported to a local hospital, treated and released. He was then arrested and booked at the Southwest Detention Center for vehicular homicide and hit and run.
This investigation is still ongoing.
Automobile Collisions and Personal Injury Liability
While the accident on May 6 remains under investigation, the family members of the victims would be well-advised to seek immediate consultation from an experienced personal injury lawyer. An experienced attorney can advise the victims of their legal rights and decide the best course of action in recovering the maximum compensation for their injuries, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Also, in unique and complex situations such as this one, an attorney can hire a highly skilled independent investigator to reconstruct the scene of the accident.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is a prominent and highly respected law firm in California and the United States. Gary A Kessler has been serving the people as an experienced personal injury attorney for over twenty-five years dedicated and committed to obtaining the best results for his clients in each and every case. Through experience and education, our firm is able to expertly evaluate complex medical injuries and pursue personal injury claims.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler has a sustaining record of outstanding results for their client’s personal injury cases throughout California. Our firm specializes in difficult automobile vs. tractor-trailer rig(s), collision cases, uninsured motorists cases, rollover accident cases, bus and train collision litigation, defective product liability litigation, boating collision death cases, boating capsizing and drowning cases, backyard pool drownings, jacuzzi spa drownings, association and community pool drownings, accidental shootings, tractor-trailer and commercial vehicle fatality, fuel tank fire cases and wrongful death cases.
The term “wrongful death” is defined as the death of an individual as a result of the negligence, carelessness, intentional act of another individual, corporation, company or entity. Filing a proper wrongful death claim is extremely difficult and complex for families because they are not only dealing with their grief over the death of a beloved family member, but also complex issues of compensation as well. Wrongful death claims are usually sought after by relatives, siblings, or members of the decedent’s estate who have lost a considerable amount of money as well as loss of support and grief due to the wrongful death of the decedent.
In most states, if the death of a relative or spouse was caused by the wrongful act of another, surviving family members can file a wrongful death lawsuit against the negligent party or parties. In order to file a wrongful death claim, you must be able to prove that you will experience severe future emotional and financial hardship because of the loss of the death of a relative, family member or spouse.
Motorcycle Passenger Killed On Antelope Road
The name of a motorcycle passenger who was ejected from the vehicle during a lane-splitting stop has been released.
The Sacramento County Coroner’s office has identified her as Snezhana Pavlova, 20, of Sacramento.
The fatal incident occurred at about 4 p.m. Saturday on Antelope Road, west of Roseville Road, according to a California Highway Patrol incident report.
The driver of the motorcycle – a 21-year-old Rio Linda man – was riding his red Honda CBR motorcycle east on Antelope Road, splitting between the No. 2 and No. 3 lanes at 25 mph to 35 mph, the CHP said.
The motorcycle came upon a Dodge 2500 pickup stopped at the intersection of Antelope and Roseville roads. Because that truck was pulling a car trailer, the motorcyclist had no room to continue lane splitting and attempted to brake quickly, the report said.
Application of the front brakes caused the motorcycle to flip forward, ejecting Pavlova She was pronounced dead on the scene.
The motorcycle driver was transported to Mercy San Juan Medical Center with major injuries.
Cause of the Sacramento Crash
While this devastating Sacramento County accident remains under investigation, the family members of the accident victim who was fatally injured would be well-advised to speak with an understanding and knowledgeable wrongful death 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 wrongful death claim.
Motorcycle Accidents and Wrongful Death Liability
If you have been involved in a California motorcycle 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 under-insured. 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 motorcycle accident lawyer Gary A. Kessler will promptly investigate the 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 motorcycle attorney to protect your legal rights. Within the first week, important physical evidence can be lost or destroyed and witnesses may become hard to find.
The laws regarding motorcycle accidents are complex and include many facets of the law.It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced motorcycle 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 motorcycle 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 motorcycle accident. Such accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and motorcycle accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your case.
Five women killed in San Mateo Bridge limo fire
A limousine in the San Francisco area caught fire Saturday night while carrying nine women. Four of the passengers and the male driver managed to escape, but five of the women died in the blaze.
The limousine traveling on a major bridge in the San Francisco Bay area burst into flames, killing five female passengers who were trapped inside and injuring four others who escaped, authorities said Sunday.
The limo was carrying nine female passengers and a male driver when it caught fire late Saturday on the San Mateo bridge, California Highway Patrol officer Art Montiel told The Associated Press.
Five occupants became trapped, while four others suffered injuries but managed to get out after the vehicle came to a stop on the bridge, the patrol said. The driver escaped uninjured.
Montiel said that the victims were all in their 30s. Authorities said the names of the dead would be released once families have been notified.
The blaze occurred around 10 p.m. on westbound lanes of the bridge, which connects San Mateo and Alameda counties, about 20 miles southeast of San Francisco.
The patrol said that smoke started coming out of the rear of the limo, and the driver pulled over as the vehicle quickly became engulfed in flames. Officers were trying to determine the cause of the blaze, which wasn’t the result of an accident.
“We have no idea right now where they were going or where they were coming from,” CHP officer Amelia Jack told KGO-TV.
Two of the women who escaped were taken to Stanford Hospital and the two others were taken to Valley Medical Center in San Jose. All four are being treated for smoke inhalation and burns.
The mother of one of the survivors of a limousine fire that killed five women when it burst into flames as it traveled over a busy San Francisco Bay bridge says the women were heading to a bachelorette party.
Rosita Guardiano tells the San Francisco Chronicle that the bride-to-be was one of the people killed in the Saturday night fire on theSan Mateo-Hayward Bridge. She says the woman was to be married next month.
Guardiano says her daughter — 42-year-old Mary Grace Guardiano of Alameda — is in intensive care, where she’s being treated for smoke inhalation. Three other woman also suffered smoke inhalation and burns.
Automobile Collisions and Wrongful Death Liability
While the accident May 4 remains under investigation, the family members of the victim would be well-advised to seek immediate consultation from an experienced wrongful death lawyer. An experienced attorney can advise the victims of their legal rights and decide the best course of action in recovering the maximum compensation for their injuries, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Also, in unique and complex situations such as this one, an attorney can hire a highly skilled independent investigator to reconstruct the scene of the accident.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is a prominent and highly respected law firm in California and the United States. Gary A Kessler has been serving the people as an experienced wrongful death attorney for over twenty-five years dedicated and committed to obtaining the best results for his clients in each and every case. Through experience and education, our firm is able to expertly evaluate complex medical injuries and pursue wrongful death claims.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler has a sustaining record of outstanding results for their client’s wrongful death cases throughout California. Our firm specializes in difficult automobile vs. tractor-trailer rig(s), collision cases, uninsured motorists cases, rollover accident cases, bus and train collision litigation, defective product liability litigation, boating collision death cases, boating capsizing and drowning cases, backyard pool drownings, Jacuzzi spa drownings, association and community pool drownings, accidental shootings, tractor-trailer and commercial vehicle fatality, fuel tank fire cases and wrongful death cases.
The term “wrongful death” is defined as the death of an individual as a result of the negligence, carelessness, intentional act of another individual, corporation, company or entity. Filing a proper wrongful death claim is extremely difficult and complex for families because they are not only dealing with their grief over the death of a beloved family member, but also complex issues of compensation as well. Wrongful death claims are usually sought after by relatives, siblings, or members of the decedent’s estate who have lost a considerable amount of money as well as loss of support and grief due to the wrongful death of the decedent.
In most states, if the death of a relative or spouse was caused by the wrongful act of another, surviving family members can file a wrongful death lawsuit against the negligent party or parties. In order to file a wrongful death claim, you must be able to prove that you will experience severe future emotional and financial hardship because of the loss of the death of a relative, family member or spouse.
Passenger Dies in Fontana Rear End Collision
A Long Beach woman was identified today as the person killed when her car was hit as it was stopped due to another crash on a freeway near San Bernardino.
Gloria Diaz, age 66 from Long Beach was a passenger in a 2006 Ford Escort that was eastbound in the number one lane of Interstate 10 east of Cherry Avenue in Fontana. Traffic suddenly came to a stop due to a traffic collision several miles ahead when the Ford escort was struck behind by a 1995 Chevy Silverado at 9:20 p.m.. After impact the driver and passenger in the Silverado ran away on foot. Paramedics responded and transported Gloria to Kaiser Hospital in Fontana where she was pronounced dead at 11:27 PM according to the San Bernardino County coroner’s office.
The sedan Diaz traveled in had stopped because a man, later identified as Michael Hampton, 50, of Montclair, ran across the eastbound lanes of Interstate 10 near Cedar Avenue and was fatally struck by a moving Porsche sport car.
Hampton died at the scene, the coroner’s office reported.
Automobile Collisions and Wrongful Death Liability
While the accident May 3 remains under investigation, the family members of the victim would be well-advised to seek immediate consultation from an experienced wrongful death lawyer. An experienced attorney can advise the victims of their legal rights and decide the best course of action in recovering the maximum compensation for their injuries, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Also, in unique and complex situations such as this one, an attorney can hire a highly skilled independent investigator to reconstruct the scene of the accident to determine who is at fault.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is a prominent and highly respected law firm in California and the United States. Gary A Kessler has been serving the people as an experienced wrongful death attorney for over twenty years dedicated and committed to obtaining the best results for his clients in each and every case. Through experience and education, our firm is able to expertly evaluate complex medical injuries and pursue wrongful death claims.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler has a sustaining record of outstanding results for their client’s wrongful death cases throughout California. Our firm specializes in difficult automobile vs. tractor-trailer rig(s), collision cases, uninsured motorists cases, rollover accident cases, bus and train collision litigation, defective product liability litigation, boating collision death cases, boating capsizing and drowning cases, backyard pool drownings, Jacuzzi spa drownings, association and community pool drownings, accidental shootings, tractor-trailer and commercial vehicle fatality, fuel tank fire cases and wrongful death cases.
The term “wrongful death” is defined as the death of an individual as a result of the negligence, carelessness, intentional act of another individual, corporation, company or entity. Filing a proper wrongful death claim is extremely difficult and complex for families because they are not only dealing with their grief over the death of a beloved family member, but also complex issues of compensation as well. Wrongful death claims are usually sought after by relatives, siblings, or members of the decedent’s estate who have lost a considerable amount of money as well as loss of support and grief due to the wrongful death of the decedent.
In most states, if the death of a relative or spouse was caused by the wrongful act of another, surviving family members can file a wrongful death lawsuit against the negligent party or parties. In order to file a wrongful death claim, you must be able to prove that you will experience severe future emotional and financial hardship because of the loss of the death of a relative, family member or spouse.
Motorcyclist Killed in Highway 99 Crash
A state Department of Transportation employee was killed Thursday morning on Highway 99 in Sutter County while on his way to a workers memorial ceremony at the state Capitol.
Dean Patton, 51, of Grass Valley was traveling with three other employees on motorcycles when he was struck by a driver at the intersection with Riego Road, just north of the Sacramento County line, said Deanna Shoopman, a Caltrans spokeswoman.
According to the California Highway Patrol, a 73-year-old Sacramento woman driving a Toyota Matrix was northbound approaching Riego Road and was slowing to make a left turn onto westbound Riego Road about 8:18 a.m.
Patton was in the No. 2 lane on southbound Highway 99 north of Riego Road. As one motorcycle and another vehicle cleared the intersection, Patton entered the intersection as the Toyota turned left onto Riego Road directly in front of him.
Patton had no time to brake or take evasive action, according to the CHP.
Patton was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Toyota was not injured. CHP officials said neither alcohol nor drugs appear to have been factors in the collision.
Cause of the Sutter County Crash
While this devastating Sutter County accident remains under investigation, the family members of the accident victim who was fatally injured would be well-advised to speak with an understanding and knowledgeable wrongful death 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 wrongful death claim.
Motorcycle Accidents and Wrongful Death Liability
If you have been involved in a California motorcycle 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 under-insured. 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 motorcycle accident lawyer Gary A. Kessler will promptly investigate the 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 motorcycle attorney to protect your legal rights. Within the first week, important physical evidence can be lost or destroyed and witnesses may become hard to find.
The laws regarding motorcycle accidents are complex and include many facets of the law.It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced motorcycle 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 motorcycle 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 motorcycle accident. Such accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and motorcycle accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your case.
2 dead after 2 small planes collide in midair near Malibu
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. — A second body has been found in the wreckage of one of two small planes that collided over the Santa Monica Mountains on Monday.
It was initially reported that only the pilot of one of the planes was killed.
But on Tuesday morning, L.A. County Sheriff’s spokesman Steve Whitmore confirmed that two bodies were found in the wreckage of that plane.
According to Whitmore, the collision sent the plane plummeting directly into the side of the mountain.
The other aircraft, which had three people aboard, made an emergency landing at the Westlake Village Golf Course.
National Transportation Safety Board investigators were at the scene Tuesday trying to piece together what happened.
Both planes were Cessna single-engine aircraft which departed from Santa Monica Airport, according to preliminary information from the FAA.
The body of the pilot of the plane that crashed in the mountains was spotted Monday evening in rugged terrain near Mulholland Highway and Las Virgenes Road, the L.A. County Sheriff’s Department said.
Radar information indicated the two Cessna 172s collided about eight miles east northeast of Ventura about 2 p.m., FAA spokesman Allen Kenitzer said in a statement.
The plane that left Santa Monica Airport was making an engine test flight and heading east when it collided with the other aircraft, according to the FAA.
The crash sparked a fire that was quickly knocked down after burning about an acre of dry brush, officials said.
The other Cessna ended up in the middle of the third fairway at Westlake Village Golf Course.
The hard landing resulted in non-life-threatening injuries to the three people on board, L.A. County sheriff’s officials said.
County fire officials and witnesses said the landing gear was still up when the plane came down.
One of the people aboard complained of back pain and was taken to a hospital, according to authorities.
Golfer Aaron Jesse, 47, said the plane came in silently and hit the ground with a thud.
Jesse said the plane clipped a tree, which spun the aircraft around 180 degrees. Jesse marveled that the pilot seemed to land gently — taking out only four inches of grass and dirt.
Aviation Accidents and Wrongful Death Liability
A plane crash is one of the most devastating accidents that can occur. Usually in an airplane crash (small planes, helicopters, commercial airliners, hot air balloons etc.) all passengers and crew members are killed.
At the Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler, we are experienced in aviation law with a reputation of success in aircraft accident cases. We have the knowledge and experience to identify those responsible in the airplane crash (i.e. pilot error, mechanical failure of the sircraft and/or its component parts).
If you are considering filing a claim against an airline or helicopter tour company, small aircraft company, commercial airline or a “hot air balloon company” to recover damages suffered by you or your family, seek advice from a lawyer such as Gary A Kessler who, has experience in “aviation law.”
With an array of engines, aviation professionals and pilot witnesses we consult with nationally recognized experts in order to isolate the causes that led to the aviation death(s). Our office has 20 years of litigation experience providing a level of expertise unparalleled in the preparation and presentation of our client’s case. By using multi-media technology, Gary A. Kessler presents video and PowerPoint presentations that clarify the complex issues of liability so that jurors, judges and mediators can understand.
In cases involving commercial airlines, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will be involved. Our office knows how to professionally interact with these federal agencies and get the answers to our client’s case.
In most states, if the death of a relative or spouse was caused by an air crash, surviving family members can file a wrongful death/aviation lawsuit against the responsible parties. In order to file a wrongful death/aviation law claim, you must be able to prove that you will experience future emotional and financial hardship because of the loss of a relative, family member or spouse.
Demand accountability from those responsible for the aviation (airplane, helicopter, hot air balloon rides, etc.) accidents. 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 complex case, We at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler have twenty-five years of litigation experience and know how to handle the insurance companies to your advantage. We are prepared to front all costs required for the necessary investigation and expert witnesses needed to prepare your case for trial.
Aviation law cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced aviation 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 aviation 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 loss of a loved one. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its aviation accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your aviation accident case.
It is essential to isolate the causes of an aircraft accident. The Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler has the expert witness resources and investigation team necessary to uncover the causes of an aircraft accident. We are prepared to front the initial costs required for the necessary investigation and expert witnesses. In an aviation accident case, 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’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 handled by the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler, our fees are recovered as a percentage of any settlement or verdict awarded to our clients.
One dead, two injured in Highway 152 crash
A Southern California man is dead and two others are in the hospital following a solo-vehicle crash on Highway 152 during commute hours Monday morning.
California Highway Patrol spokesman Matt Pinheiro said Joshua Burke, 21, of Garden Grove was driving a 2004 GMC utility truck westbound in the fast lane west of Box Car Road, about 6 1/2 miles east of Los Banos, at 6:59 a.m. when the truck veered to the right and hit a guard rail. Pinheiro said the truck went into the air and landed on the side of an irrigation canal.
Pinheiro said Burke and his two passengers, Eric Rodriguez, 21, of Long Beach and a 35-year-old man from Murietta, were trapped in the truck, which caught fire in its engine compartment after the crash. The 35-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene. His name was being withheld by law enforcement until his family is notified.
Pinheiro said Burke was airlifted to Memorial Medical Center in Modesto and Rodriguez was taken to Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno. Both men were suffering from major injuries, including burns on various parts of their bodies.
Cause of the Highway 152 Crash
As passengers, the deceased likely could have done nothing to prevent this fatal collision that ultimately took their lives. The California Highway Patrol will surely look at the speed of the vehicle, witness reports, and other factors to determine what occurred and who was responsible. Collisions such as this one can have countless causes, including unsafe passing maneuvers, swerving to avoid an object in the road, falling asleep at the wheel, driving under the influence, or driver distraction.
Automobile Collisions and Wrongful Death Liability
While the accident April 29 remains under investigation, the family members of the victim would be well-advised to seek immediate consultation from an experienced wrongful death lawyer. An experienced attorney can advise the victims of their legal rights and decide the best course of action in recovering the maximum compensation for their injuries, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Also, in unique and complex situations such as this one, an attorney can hire a highly skilled independent investigator to reconstruct the scene of the accident.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is a prominent and highly respected law firm in California and the United States. Gary A Kessler has been serving the people as an experienced wrongful death attorney for over twenty-five years dedicated and committed to obtaining the best results for his clients in each and every case. Through experience and education, our firm is able to expertly evaluate complex medical injuries and pursue wrongful death claims.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler has a sustaining record of outstanding results for their client’s wrongful death cases throughout California. Our firm specializes in difficult automobile vs. tractor-trailer rig(s), collision cases, uninsured motorists cases, rollover accident cases, bus and train collision litigation, defective product liability litigation, boating collision death cases, boating capsizing and drowning cases, backyard pool drownings, Jacuzzi spa drownings, association and community pool drownings, accidental shootings, tractor-trailer and commercial vehicle fatality, fuel tank fire cases and wrongful death cases.
The term “wrongful death” is defined as the death of an individual as a result of the negligence, carelessness, intentional act of another individual, corporation, company or entity. Filing a proper wrongful death claim is extremely difficult and complex for families because they are not only dealing with their grief over the death of a beloved family member, but also complex issues of compensation as well. Wrongful death claims are usually sought after by relatives, siblings, or members of the decedent’s estate who have lost a considerable amount of money as well as loss of support and grief due to the wrongful death of the decedent.
In most states, if the death of a relative or spouse was caused by the wrongful act of another, surviving family members can file a wrongful death lawsuit against the negligent party or parties. In order to file a wrongful death claim, you must be able to prove that you will experience severe future emotional and financial hardship because of the loss of the death of a relative, family member or spouse.
Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Moreno Valley
On April 27, 2013, at 09:11 P.M., officers from the Moreno Valley Police Department responded to a fatal traffic collision on Moreno Beach Dr. at Bay Ave., in the city of Moreno Valley. Upon arrival, officers discovered a Mercedes coupe had struck 24 year old Sean Jones riding a motorcycle.
The Mercedes coupe was traveling south on Moreno Beach Dr. when it turned left into the path of the motorcycle. The motorcycle collided with the Mercedes causing the driver of the motorcycle to be ejected. The Mercedes then collided into a stopped GMC Yukon facing west on Bay.
Paramedics from the Moreno Valley Fire Department responded and treated the motorcycle driver; AMR Personnel then transported him to a local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. The adult male driver of the Mercedes sustained minor injuries and also transported to a local hospital. The adult female driver of the Yukon was not injured.
Members of the Moreno Valley Police Department’s Traffic Accident Reconstruction Team responded and completed the initial investigation of the collision.
Cause of the Moreno Valley Crash
While this devastating Riverside County accident remains under investigation, the family members of the accident victim who was fatally injured would be well-advised to speak with an understanding and knowledgeable Riverside 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 wrongful death claim.
Motorcycle Accidents and Wrongful Death Liability
If you have been involved in a California motorcycle 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 under-insured. 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 motorcycle accident lawyer Gary A. Kessler will promptly investigate the 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 motorcycle attorney to protect your legal rights. Within the first week, important physical evidence can be lost or destroyed and witnesses may become hard to find.
The laws regarding motorcycle accidents are complex and include many facets of the law.It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced motorcycle 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 motorcycle 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 motorcycle accident. Such accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and motorcycle accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your case.
1 killed, 5 injured in head-on crash
On Friday, April 26, 2013, about 1155 PM, officers from the Perris Police Department responded to the intersection of 4th St. (SR74) and Navajo St., regarding a major injury traffic collision. Upon their arrival they located a Ford Taurus and Mazda Protégé that had collided head on. The driver of the Taurus, identified by the Riverside County Coroner’s office as Robert Washington, 54, of Moreno Valley, was taken to Inland Valley Medical Center in Wildomar, where he was pronounced dead. Five occupants of the Mazda were also transported to a local hospital, where they were treated for a variety of injuries. The identities of occupants of the Mazda are being withheld due to their age.
The Perris Police Department traffic Team responded to the scene and assumed the investigation. The preliminary investigation revealed that the Mazda, while traveling westbound on 4th St. and crossed over the center line and struck the Ford head-on. At this time, alcohol does not appear to be a factor in the collision, however an exact cause of the collision cannot be determined until the investigation is completed.
Automobile Collisions and Wrongful Death Liability
While the accident on April 26 remains under investigation, the family members of the victims in the minivan would be well-advised to seek immediate consultation from an experienced wrongful death lawyer. An experienced attorney can advise the victims of their legal rights and decide the best course of action in recovering the maximum compensation for their injuries, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Also, in unique and complex situations such as this one, an attorney can hire a highly skilled independent investigator to reconstruct the scene of the accident to determine who is at fault.
The Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler is a prominent and highly respected law firm in California and the United States. Gary A Kessler, has been serving the people as an experienced wrongful death attorney for over twenty years dedicated and committed to obtaining the best results for his clients in each and every case. Through experience and education, our firm is able to expertly evaluate complex medical injuries and pursue wrongful death claims.
The Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler has a sustaining record of outstanding results for their client’s wrongful death cases throughout California. Our firm specializes in difficult automobile vs. tractor-trailer rig(s), collision cases, uninsured motorists cases, rollover accident cases, bus and train collision litigation, defective product liability litigation, boating collision death cases, boating capsizing and drowning cases, backyard pool drownings, Jacuzzi spa drownings, association and community pool drownings, accidental shootings, tractor-trailer and commercial vehicle fatality, fuel tank fire cases and wrongful death cases.
The term “wrongful death” is defined as the death of an individual as a result of the negligence, carelessness, intentional act of another individual, corporation, company or entity. Filing a proper wrongful death claim is extremely difficult and complex for families because they are not only dealing with their grief over the death of a beloved family member, but also complex issues of compensation as well. Wrongful death claims are usually sought after by relatives, siblings, or members of the decedent’s estate who have lost a considerable amount of money as well as loss of support and grief due to the wrongful death of the decedent.
In most states, if the death of a relative or spouse was caused by the wrongful act of another, surviving family members can file a wrongful death lawsuit against the negligent party or parties. In order to file a wrongful death claim, you must be able to prove that you will experience severe future emotional and financial hardship because of the loss of the death of a relative, family member or spouse.
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