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Compared with passenger vehicle accidents, accidents involving large truck more frequently result in catastrophic injury or death, due to their large size and sheer force. Trucking accident victims may be entitled to substantial compensation for their injuries, but obtaining full and fair compensation may be impossible without the aid of a skilled and experienced lawyer. A To learn more about your rights and legal options following a truck accident, contact the California truck accident lawyers at Estey Bomberger for a free consultation.

SAN DIEGO - A 44-year-old cyclist was very tragically killed Friday afternoon when he was struck by a street sweeper, whose 77-year-old driver reportedly fell asleep at the wheel. The fatal car vs. bicycle accident was reported at 5:20 p.m. on Genesee Avenue at Lehrer Drive, on Friday, February 11, 2011. According to police, the cyclist, identified by the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office as Suntat Peverley, was riding southbound on Genesee when the street sweeper, who was driving near the cyclist fell asleep and struck the rear of the bicycle. Peverley, who was wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike onto the pavement and suffered a skull fracture and massive brain damage. He was rushed to a local trauma center, where he died Friday evening.

Cause of the Bicycle Accident

If news reports by the San Diego Union Tribune and Fox 5 are accurate, this crash was likely caused by the driver of the street sweeper, who police say fell asleep at the wheel. The incident remains under investigation by the San Diego Police Department Traffic Division. At this point, alcohol was not a factor in the collision. The cyclist was in the bike lane when he was struck, and likely could have done nothing to prevent this collision.

Wrongful Death Liability Issues

This accident raises a number of questions about the city's possible role in this accident. Street sweeping services are managed by the City of San Diego, which is one of the few cities of its size that still sweeps residential areas. Because the driver fell asleep fell asleep at the wheel at 4 o'clock in the afternoon, the hours worked by this 77-year-old street sweeper is a concern. Was he working more hours than he was capable? Given his age, was he even capable of operating a large vehicle like a street sweeper? Had the driver ever been involved in other accidents before?

After an accident such as this one, the family members of the victim may benefit from speaking to a San Diego bicycle accident attorney about the unique liability issues involved. An attorney who specializes in cycling accidents and who is also a cyclist himself will be able to offer unique perspective and understanding in the complex wrongful death liability issues arising from devastating accidents such as this one in Clairemont. It is important to note, in any incident where a government entity (such as a city) may be liable for the death of someone else, a claim must be filed within 180 days from the date of the accident. For that reason, and in the interest of preserving evidence, it would be advisable to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible.

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The San Diego Union Tribune reported a motorcyclist suffered major injuries Tuesday after a head-on collision with an AT&T utility truck east of Julian. The accident happened at about 10:15 a.m. on November 16th, on State Route 78 east of Wynola Road. According to news reports, the motorcyclist collided head-on with an AT&T utility truck. It was not clear if the truck was moving or parked when the collision occurred. The injured motorcyclist, who was not identified, was taken by ambulance to a fire station in Julian and then flown to a hospital.

Highway 78 Motorcycle Accident Personal Injury Liability

While it is clear that this motorcycle accident resulted in major injuries, it is not clear what exactly happened to cause the collision. The details of the incident in news reports are limited. Hopefully, the investigation by law enforcement will reveal exactly what happened and why, and who was ultimately responsible. If the motorcyclist was not at fault for this collision, and this accident was caused by negligence of the utility truck driver or another party, the injured motorcyclist may be entitled to compensation for his medical expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other related damages. In situations such as this one, it would be advisable for the family members of the victim to speak with an experienced San Diego motorcycle accident attorney about the accident, and the victim's legal rights and options as a result of the incident.

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The San Diego personal injury lawyers at Estey Bomberger offer a free consultation for anyone who has suffered a serious injury or the death of a loved one in an unexpected accident. This is an invaluable opportunity for potential clients and their family members to meet with a knowledgeable and experienced San Diego personal injury attorney and discuss the liability merits and potential challenges of a case, and get a general idea of how much their case may be worth. Even if a potential client decides to negotiate a settlement on their own with their insurer, the information learned from a meeting with a lawyer can be very valuable. Consultations are offered whenever and wherever is most convenient. Sometimes clients come to our San Diego office; other times, one of our attorneys meets with a potential client at their home or hospital room. In some cases, consultations are done over the phone.

If you have been injured in an accident - or if a loved one has died in an accident, and you would like to know about your legal rights, contact the law firm of Estey Bomberger today. Our team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to take your call and answer your questions. With every consultation, there is absolutely no obligation. Our case review gives us an opportunity to share information with you, and determine if we may be able to help you recover monetary compensation for your injuries, or the wrongful death of someone you love. To learn more or to speak to a San Diego personal injury attorney about your potential case, contact us at (619) 312-4399, or fill out our contact form and an attorney will contact you shortly.

A motorcyclist killed an accident Tuesday morning in Temecula has been identified by the Riverside County Coroner as John Anderson, 62, of Encinitas. According to reports of the accident, Anderson was riding a motorcycle south on Highway 79, about 2.7 miles south of Woodchuck Road in the Vail Lake area at about 10:30 a.m. Monday when for unknown reasons, he collided head-on with a northbound semi-truck. Anderson died at the scene of the crash. The California Highway Patrol is investigating the cause of the fatal Riverside County accident.

Please keep the family of John Anderson in your prayers. We share our deepest condolences with everyone who know and loved him.

Fatal Riverside County Motorcycle Accidents

In 2007, 41 people were killed in motorcycle accidents in Riverside County. The year before, in 2006, only 29 people died in motorcycle accidents, and 25 people died in 2005 in Riverside County motorcycle accidents. The number of people injured has also gone up in recent years. In 2005, 433 motorcyclists were injured in Riverside County. In 2006, 487 were injured and in 2007, 562 people were hurt. In San Diego County and statewide, motorcycle accident injuries and fatalities are also on the rise.

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