San Diego Personal Injury Attorney Blog

SAN DIEGO -- A 23-year-old woman was seriously injured Tuesday when she was struck by a car while riding her bicycle in the College Area. According to 10 News, the woman, whose name was not released, was riding south on College Avenue, near Cresita Drive, when she was hit by a Hyundai SUV at about 5:30 p.m.

The driver of the SUV, a 55-year-old man, was attempting to pass the bicyclist who was in the slow lane, but there was not enough room. The collision caused the female bicyclist to hit the ground and suffer major facial fractures.

San Diego Bicycle Accident Injury Liability

Bicycle accidents can cause severe injuries and/or death to the bicyclist. During collisions such as this one, where it is not apparent who may be at fault, the injured victim or the family of the victim would be well-advised to seek a San Diego bicycle accident lawyer. A skilled attorney at the law firm of Estey Bomberger, can ensure the victim's legal rights are protected, determine who may be responsible for the incident, and decide the best way to obtain compensation for her injuries. Compensation in a personal injury claim can include medical care expenses, lost earnings, disfigurement, scarring, pain and suffering, or other damages in this horrible November 29th bicycle accident.

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SAN DIEGO COUNTY -Two brothers were horrifically attacked by dogs while they were jogging in the Valley Center area on Sunday, 10 News reports. The brothers, Richard and John Garritson were jogging with three other family members along a trail off Cobb Lane when they were mauled by four pit bulls. The attack eventually came to a hault when they were called by their unidentified owner. However, the aftermath of this tragic dog attack left the two brothers severely injured and were both flown to Sharp Hospital for further treatment.

Cause of the Valley Center Dog Attack

The incident on November 27th remains under investigation by authorities. However, based on the information provided by 10 News, it is not clearly known why these dogs were not properly supervised by their owner. Therefore, if the dog owner was negligent, violated the leash law or law prohibiting dogs from "running at large," or kept information that the dogs had a history of injuring people, he or she may be held liable for the victims' injuries.

San Diego Dog Bite Injury Liability

Dog attacks to a person or persons can cause drastic injuries and/or death. Injuries after a dog attack can include and are not limited to abrasions, broken bones, eye injuries, disfigurement, infections, lacerations, puncture wounds, and rabies. Therefore, in accidents such as this one, the victims or the family member of the victims would be well-advised to speak to a San Diego dog bite attorney regarding this devastating incident.

A knowledgeable and experienced attorney who has help victims in dog attacks, can advise the injured victims of their legal rights in a civil suit against the person responsible, and decide the best course of action in recovering the maximum compensation in a personal injury claim for medical care expenses, lost earnings, disfigurement, scarring, pain and suffering, and other damages in this terrible dog attack.

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SAN DIEGO COUNTY - A 25-year-old man was tragically killed as he was trying to cross the freeway in Oceanside at about 9:25 p.m. Saturday, 10 News reports. The man, who police are still trying to identify, was struck by a Toyota Corolla while he was attempting to cross the northbound lanes of Interstate 5, south of Harbor Drive. Following the collision, the unidentified male pedestrian was reported to have died at the scene due to his traumatic injuries.

Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

While investigation of this November 26th fatal pedestrian accident is ongoing, the family members of the victim would be well-advised to seek a skilled San Diego pedestrian accident lawyer to discuss their legal rights in a wrongful death claim. If the family decides to take action in a civil lawsuit, attorneys at Estey Bomberger can ensure the family's legal rights are protected and can decide the best course of action in recovering the maximum compensation they are entitled to for funeral and burial expenses, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship, or other damages relating to this devastating accident.

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SAN DIEGO COUNTY -- According to NBC San Diego, a 62-year-old man was seriously injured in a possible hit-and-run accident in Carlsbad Sunday morning. Officers responded to the scene around 3:12 a.m. in the 300 block of Carlsbad Village Drive, when they found the pedestrian lying along the side of the road. The pedestrian, George W. Brown, sustained head injuries and was transported to Scripps Hospital in La Jolla after the crash. Doctors treating the victim indicated his injuries are consitent with being struck by a vehicle.

Cause of the Carlsbad Hit-And Run Pedestrian Accident

The incident on November 20th remains under investigation by the Carlsbad Police Department. However, based on the limited information provided by NBC San Diego, if the accident is determine by police that this was a hit-and-run pedestrian accident, it is absolutely inexcusable for the driver to flee the scene. Under the California Vehicle Code Section 20001(a): "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." Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to call the Carlsbad Police at (760)931-2185.

Pedestrian Accident Personal Injury Liability

While the investigation of this horrible accident is ongoing, the injured victim or his family would be well-advised to seek a skilled San Diego pedestrian accident lawyer. A knowledgeable attorney who has handled hit-and-run incidents, can advise the victim of his legal rights in a personal injury claim, help police in efforts to locate the driver, and decide the best course of action in recovering the maximum compensation the victim is entitled to for medical care expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, or other damages.

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SAN DIEGO -- A 59-year-old woman was struck by a taxi in downtown San Diego, CBS 8 News reported. The woman, whose name was not released, was attempting to to cross at the intersection of West G Street and Kettner Boulevard on Saturday, when she was hit by a taxi that was turning left onto Kettner. The impact of the collision caused the woman to land on the hood of the car and sustain serious head injuries. She was then transported to a hospital for further treatment.

San Diego Pedestrian Accident Injury Liability

While the pedestrian accident on November 19th remains under investigation by the San Diego Police Department, the injured victim or her family members would be well-advised to speak to a San Diego personal injury attorney to discuss her legal rights in obtaining the compensation she deserves. As pedestrian accidents can cause catastrophic injuries and death, a knowledgeable and experienced attorney at Estey Bomberger can help police in efforts in determining who may be responsible for the crash, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation for medical care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages in this devastating pedestrian accident.

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El CAJON - Two pedestrians were seriously struck by a car in El Cajon before 2 a.m. Saturday. According to the San Diego Union Tribune, a man and woman were crossing West Main Street near Van Houten Avenue, when a driver of a Mitsubishi Montero SUV traveling westbound struck them.

Following this horrific incident, pedestrian woman, Melissa N. Ferreira, 25, of San Diego sustained significant injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene due to blunt force trauma. The male pedestrian, whose name was not released, was taken to a hospital for treatment of his injuries.

Cause of the Pedestrian Accident in El Cajon

Based on the several information provided by news reports, it is unclear what caused the driver to hit the pedestrians. Therefore, police officials will further investigate the accident and determine who is ultimately responsible and if distracted driving, negligent or reckless actions of the driver, vehicle malfunctions, and/or road conditions played a factor in the collision.

Pedestrian Accident Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Liability

In pedestrian accidents such as this one on November 19th, the injured victim and the family of the deceased would be well-advised to speak to an experienced San Diego pedestrian accident attorney while the incident remains under investigation. A skilled lawyer who has help many victims and families in pursuing personal injury or wrongful death claims, can ensure that their legal rights are protected, and hold the responsible party or parties financially liable for the victims medical care expenses, funeral and burial costs, lost earnings, pain and suffering, or other damages in this tragic pedestrian accident.

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OCEANSIDE -- A 59-year-old pedestrian man was severely struck by a car Friday. According to 10 news, this horrible incident along North Coast Highway and State Route 76 was reported around noon, when a Dodge Durango SUV rear-ended a Chevrolet Silverado. The collision caused a chain reaction in which another vehicle - a Nissan Altima - was hit as well.

Following the three-vehicle collision, the SUV for unknown reasons somehow jumped the curb, struck a pedestrian, and came to a stop after slamming into an unoccupied building. The pedestrian was airlifted to Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla for further treatment. The individuals' names involved in the accident or the extent of the pedestrian's injuries were not immediately released.

Cause of the Pedestrian Accident in Oceanside

Based on the information provided by 10 News, it is not clearly known why the driver of the Dodge Durango rear-ended the vehicle. It is also not evident what caused his vehicle to jump the curb and hit the pedestrian. Hopefully, police officials can come to a conclusion as to what happened and whether distracted driving, negligent or reckless actions of the driver, drugs or alcohol, and vehicle malfunctions played a role in this devastating accident.

Pedestrian Accident Personal Injury Liability

Pedestrians that are involved in collisions involving buses, trucks, and cars, can result to catastrophic injuries and death. Therefore, in situations such as this one, the injured victim or the family would be well-advised to seek a knowledgeable and experienced San Diego pedestrian accident lawyer. Highly committed and dedicated lawyers at Estey Bomberger can help the victim protect his legal rights, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation in a personal injury claim for medical care expenses, lost wages, disfigurement, scarring, pain and suffering, or other damages.

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OCEANSIDE - A 49-year-old Poway man was tragically killed in a motorcycle accident at about 6 a.m. Friday, CBS 8 News reported. The accident happened on north Interstate 5 south of Basilone Road, when the motorcyclist was struck by a 2003 Nissan 350Z driven by Eugene McCulloch, 23, of Camp Pendleton. According to CHP officer Chris Parent, McCulloch was traveling about 70 mph when he veered towards the median and lost control as he tried to correct it. The result of the crash caused the motorcyclist, whose name was not released, to sustain fatal injuries.

Cause of the Fatal Motorcycle Accident on I-5

The accident on November 18th remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol. However, based on the information provided by CBS 8 News and NBC San Diego, it is unclear why the driver veered off the road and lost control of his vehicle. Therefore, police officials investigating this devastating accident will look numerous factors that includes distracted driving, drugs or alcohol, falling asleep behind the wheel, vehicle malfunctions, and road conditions.

Motorcycle Accident Wrongful Death Liability

If the CHP determines that the driver of the Nissan is responsible for the collision, the family of the victim would be well-advised to contact a San Diego motorcycle accident attorney to discuss your legal rights. If the family decides to take action in a wrongful death claim, an experienced attorney can help ensure the family's legal rights are protected, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation for funeral and burial expenses, future and anticipated lifetime earnings and benefits, loss of love, care, affection and companionship, or other damages relating to this tragic motorcycle accident.

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BONSALL -- A man who is a subcontractor hired by Caltrans to restore native habitat was in a horrific accident at about 1:45 p.m. Thursday along State Route 76. According to 10 News, the worker, Jason Giessow, was standing next to a vegetation-clearing equipment when a loose cable caught in the machinery. The cord then whipped towards Giessow and tragically severed his arm.

Searchers at the scene found the arm at about 3 p.m., approximately 50 yards from the site of the accident. Officials placed the arm in ice and saline solution and airlifted it to a hospital. Giessow was taken to Palomar Medical Center in Escondido and in fair condition, but whether or not his arm was reattached was not immediately released.

San Diego Accident Personal Injury Liability

While it is not immediately clear as to why this accident occurred, or whether the proper equipment given or the working environment was deemed safe, the victim or family members of the victim would be well-advised to contact a San Diego personal injury attorney. A skilled lawyer who has the experience in unique accidents such as this one, can help protect the victim's legal rights, determine the party or parties responsible, and decide the best course of action in obtaining compensation for your injuries, medical care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages related to this horrible November 17th accident.

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POWAY - A pedestrian was severely struck by a car in Poway Sunday night, 10 News reports. The accident happened at about 9 p.m. on Poway Road just west of Tarascan Drive, when the pedestrian, whose name was not released, was attempting to cross Poway Road. Following the collision, the pedestrian was transported to a hospital with "significant injuries."

San Diego Pedestrian Accident Injury Liability

Serious Injures and/or death can be the result in accidents involving pedestrians and automobiles. A pedestrian that is struck by a car, truck, motorcycle or bus can sustain injuries, which includes and are not limited to, broken bones and fractures, leg and ankle injuries, neck and back injuries, scarring and disfigurement.

Based on the limited information provided by 10 News, it is unclear as to how this crash occurred and who is at fault. Therefore, while this accident remains under investigation by the San Diego County Sheriff's Department, the victim or the family of the victim would be well-advised to speak to an experienced San Diego personal injury attorney. A knowledgeable attorney who has handled pedestrian accidents such as this one on November 13th, can advise the victim's legal rights, determine who may be responsible for this devastating incident, and decide the best course of action in obtaining the maximum compensation for medical care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, or other damages.

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CHULA VISTA -- A horrific solo vehicle accident at the intersection of Eastlake and Hunte parkways left one person dead and two others seriously injured Friday morning. According to 10 News, the driver of a car traveling west on Hunte Parkway failed to make a turn onto Eastlake Parkway, which then caused the vehicle to crash into a guardrail and down a 100-foot embankment.

Following the crash, one person was airlifted to a local hospital and another person was taken to a hospital via ambulance. The third occupant in the car, who was the rear seat passenger, was reported to have died at scene. And according to a press release provided by the San Diego County Coroner, the deceased individual was is identified as Rebecca Anne Mabunay, 23, of Chula Vista.

Cause of the Car Accident in Chula Vista

The accident on November 11th remains under investigation by authorities. However, based on the information provided by 10 News, it is unclear why the driver of the vehicle failed to make turn on the roadway. Therefore, police officials investigating this tragic incident will look at numerous factors that include, the speed of the vehicle, distracted driving, road conditions, and also vehicle malfunctions.

Car Accident Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Liability

While the investigation of this terrible car accident at the intersection of Hunte and Eastlake parkways is ongoing, the injured victims and the family of the deceased victim would be well-advised to contact a San Diego car accident attorney to discuss their legal rights in a personal injury or wrongful death claim. An experienced attorney at Estey Bomberger, can help the victims and the family of the deceased protect their legal rights, determine the party or parties responsible for the accident, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation for funeral/burial costs, medical care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this devastating car accident.

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POWAY -- An elderly man who was using a walker was critically injured Tuesday afternoon after he was struck by a vehicle in a Poway parking lot, North County Times reports. The accident happened at 13589 Poway Road and officials responded to the scene at about 2:12 p.m.

People who witnessed the incident, told police, the pedestrian was struck when the driver of a vehicle was backing out of a parking spot. Following the accident, the pedestrian, whose name was not released, sustained injuries after hitting his head against the pavement, and was transported to local hospital for further treatment.

Cause of the Pedestrian Accident in Poway

The accident on November 8th remains under investigation by the San Diego County Sheriff's Department. However, based on the limited information provided by the North County Times, it is not clear why the driver did not see the pedestrian walking. Therefore, authorities investigating this incident will determine if distracted driving or negligent and reckless actions by the driver were a factor in this terrible accident.

Pedestrian Accident Personal Injury Liability

Pedestrian accidents, especially ones involving children and the elderly, can lead to serious injuries and death. The rate of speed the vehicle is going at the time the car hits a pedestrian or pedestrians can also affect how severe the damages can be. However, even a slow-moving vehicle can easily cause injury and/or death.

Therefore, while the investigation of the accident is ongoing, the victim or the family of the victim would be well-advised to speak to a San Diego personal injury lawyer. A skilled attorney who has helped many victims in pedestrian accidents, can advise the victim of his legal rights to hold the responsible party financially liable for his injuries. The attorney can also help the victim recover the maximum compensation he would be entitled for medical care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this horrible pedestrian accident.

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SAN DIEGO COUNTY -- A horrific fiery head-on car collision in Lakeside left a three people injured, 10 News reports. The car crash occurred on the 11900 block of Highway 67 just after 9:30 p.m. Sunday. The extent of how this car accident occurred along with the individuals involved were not immediately available. However, following the crash it was reported by that one person was critically injured and was taken to Sharp Memorial Hospital for further treatment. The two other individuals hurt in the collision were not immediately detailed.

Car Accident Personal Injury Liability

Head-on car accidents can cause the most serious injuries and/or death to any individuals involved. Therefore, while police officials are trying to determine what caused this car crash and who is officially responsible, victims or the family of the victims would be well-advised to speak to a San Diego car accident attorney to discuss their legal rights in a personal injury claim. A skilled attorney who has handled head-on car collisions like this one, can advise the victims of their legal rights and decide course of action to recover the maximum compensation for medical care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this horrible car accident.

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SAN DIEGO - A 41-year-old Hemet man who is a lead pastor at New Wine Ministries in Oceanside was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of child molestation, the North County Times reported. The suspected, Matthias Anderson, was arrested at about 7:45 a.m. near the juvenile victim's Murrieta home. According to police, the girl and her mother have been attending the suspect's church for two years.

According to reports in the NC Times, Anderson is suspected of engaging in sexual acts with the girl on multiple occasions, both in Riverside County and San Diego County. Bail was set at $1 million and Anderson was held at the Southwest Detention Center. Police stated there is the possibility that Anderson had victimized other juveniles in Oceanside. Anyone with information pertinent to the investigation is asked to contact Murrieta Sgt. Phil Gomez at 951-461-6356 or Detective John Therien at 951-461-6346 during business hours.

Civil Responsibility & Accountability

In addition to criminal charges, the suspect may also be civilly liable for his wrongdoings and the damage inflicted on the victim and her family. Additionally, other entities may be liable for incidents such as this one, if they knew or should have known such conduct was occurring and failed to take any action to prevent or report it. The child molestation attorneys at Estey Bomberger take a strong stand against clergy sexual abuse and other perpetrators of child molestation. We have obtained precedent setting recoveries for molestation victims, including a $30 million verdict last year in Santa Clara County. If your child is the victim of child molestation or clergy sexual abuse, contact an experienced child molestation attorney for a free and confidential consultation of your legal rights.

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