A man turning left onto an onramp to the northbound Interstate 15 in Victorville the other morning was struck by a woman who did not stop for a red light. The impact caused the man’s vehicle to split in two. Both drivers were taken to nearby hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries.
Victorville Police are investigating the accident, but it appears that the woman who ran the red light is at fault. According to California Vehicle Code Section 21453(a), “A driver facing a circular red signal shall stop at the limit line before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection or, if none, then before entering the intersection, and shall remain stopped until an indication to proceed is shown.”
If you are injured by a driver who did not stop for a red light, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will investigate to determine if you are entitled to compensation by the negligent party for your injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
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A 17-year old girl pushing a stroller with her 2-year old son in a crosswalk in Victorville recently were seriously injured when a vehicle struck them; they were crossing at the light.
The 62-year old man, after hitting the two, dragged the stroller a short distance before stopping. The girl suffered cuts and scrapes and the young boy sustained a fractured skull.
California Vehicle Code Section 21950 states, “The driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection.” It continues with, “The driver of a vehicle approaching a pedestrian within any marked or unmarked crosswalk shall exercise all due care and shall reduce the speed of a vehicle or take any other action relating to the operating of the vehicle as necessary to safeguard the safety of the pedestrian.”
The Victorville Police Department is investigating to determine why this happened. If the investigation determines that the driver was at fault, he can be held liable for the injuries and damages caused to the mother and child.
If you are a pedestrian injured by a driver, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will investigate your case to determine if you can be compensated for your injuries and expenses.
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A 49-year old woman walking about 9:00 p.m. on a dirt shoulder in Victorville was hit by a vehicle that fled the scene.
When officers found her they airlifted her to a nearby hospital where she is in critical but stable condition, suffering with severe head trauma.
California Vehicle Code Section 20001 states, “The driver of any vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to any person, other than himself or herself, or in the death of any person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident.” Hit-and-run with injury to another person is a felony offense in California.
If you or someone you love is the victim of a hit-and-run accident that caused injury, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney to discuss your legal options.
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A 55-year old Caltrans truck driver attempting to enter traffic from the right shoulder on Interstate 15 in Victorville the other afternoon was almost hit by a big-rig. The big-rig swerved to avoid hitting the smaller truck and instead sideswiped another vehicle.
The sideswiped vehicle managed to pull off the freeway and onto the right shoulder. The driver of the big-rig lost control and hit a Cal Fire van and then an unoccupied Caltrans pickup truck that was on the right shoulder. The big-rig proceeded off the freeway and ended up crashing through the front door of a furniture store.
Several people were taken to a nearby hospital with minor injuries. The California Highway Patrol is investigating the chain-reaction accident to determine how it happened. If you are injured in a freeway accident, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will investigate the case, make sure the at-fault driver is held liable, and seek compensation for your injuries and expenses.
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Two lives were taken recently by a hit-and-run driver in Victorville.
A 34-year old mother, her 11-year old daughter, and 8-year old son, were driving along Highway 395 the other afternoon when a pickup truck turned left directly in front of them. The woman lost control of her vehicle, causing her to crash into a telephone pole.
The mother and daughter suffered fatal injuries and the son was airlifted to a nearby trauma center. The pickup truck driver fled the scene, but was later arrested by police for suspicion of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated and hit-and-run causing death and injury.
According to California Vehicle Code Section 23152(a), “Driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs is illegal. Drivers whose act of driving under the influence results in the death of another will likely face vehicular manslaughter charges.” In addition, he violated California Vehicle Code Section 20001(a) for leaving the scene of an accident without stopping.
If you or a family member is injured or killed due to the negligent acts of another driver, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will make sure the at-fault driver is held responsible for the victim’s wrongful death and injuries.
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According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s department in Victorville, a 7-year old boy was injured when he dashed into traffic and got hit by a passing vehicle.
It was reported that he was crossing the street with an older sibling. He stopped to pick up his skateboard and when he ran back into the street he got hit by an automobile. He sustained major injuries and was taken by air to a nearby hospital for treatment.
After investigating what happened, it was determined that the driver was not at fault since the young boy ran into the line of traffic – wearing dark clothing – making it hard to be seen.
If your child is injured in an accident where the driver is at fault, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will investigate the facts in your case to determine if you are entitled to reimbursement for your expenses.
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According to the San Bernardino County Coroner’s office, a 25-year old Fontana man died in the early hours in an accident in Victorville.
Apparently he had lost control of his motorcycle while going around a curve in the road and was ejected from his seat, causing his body to end up quite a distance away from the accident.
Firefighters pronounced him dead at the scene. He was wearing a helmet but no other safety gear. The Sheriff’s Department is investigating to determine what caused this young man to lose control of his motorcycle.
If the investigation determines a mechanical failure of some sort, his family should contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney to see if they can file a lawsuit against the manufacturer of the motorcycle or whatever equipment failed him. They may be entitled to compensation for their tragic loss plus any expenses incurred.
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A man rushing away from a group of angry people outside a Victorville nightclub ran over a woman. Apparently, as he tried to leave, the group threw bottles at him, kicked and jumped on his car. When he abruptly put the car in reverse, he struck the woman. He did not stop and fled the parking lot while a security guard fired shots at his vehicle. Police had received an earlier report about a disturbance in the nightclub.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department is attempting to identify the driver and any passengers inside the car. Police believe he may have been fleeing the area out of concern for his own safety. They found his car close by. They are investigating to determine the circumstances surrounding this tragic accident.
The 29-year old woman was taken to a local hospital in Colton by air. She died there several hours later. There were no other injuries reported. The woman’s death is the second death tied to the club in the last six months.
California Vehicle Code 20001 states, “The driver of any vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to any person, other than himself or herself, or in the death of any person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident.”
If your family member is the victim of a hit-and-run accident, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will advise you about filing a wrongful death lawsuit against the other driver, once he or she is found.
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It was a horrific scene in Victorville a few nights ago. A 20-year old pregnant woman was killed while her 17-month old daughter sustained minor injuries.
The woman was walking on a road in Victorville when she and her daughter, who was in a stroller, were hit by a truck from behind – the vehicle never stopped; it fled the scene. The child was thrown from the stroller. It is unknown why she was walking at 10:30 p.m.
The young woman was five months pregnant. Paramedics pronounced her dead at the scene. The young child was treated at a local hospital and released to her father. Apparently the woman was speaking to her boyfriend on a cell phone, the child’s father, when they were hit.
Authorities are asking any witnesses to come forward. They said the truck will have damage to the right front and will be missing a mirror on the passenger’s side.
California Vehicle Code 20001 requires all drivers involved in an accident where someone was injured or killed to stop their vehicle immediately.
I urge them to seek the help of an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney in filing a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver when he is caught and arrested.
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A 48-year old Victorville man out for a day of fun in Apple Valley crashed his all-terrain cycle.
Reports indicate he was riding down a steep grade right before noon the other day when he lost control. The vehicle rolled, crashed into a big tree and he was thrown from the bike. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Apple Valley Police department is investigating the accident to determine what happened. They will check to see if he was under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, if there was mechanical problems or if he was just negligent.
If it is determined that the bike had mechanical problems, it might be wise for the family to consult with an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney to see if they can be compensated for expenses and the loss of their family member.
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