December 27, 2011 - According to reports police are investigating the cause of an accident involving a driver that drove into a La Habra locksmith booth. According to La Habra Police Department Sgt. Jeff Baylos the accident was reported at approximately 2:00 a.m. at the intersection of Whittier Boulevard and Beach Boulevard.
The driver of a vehicle crashed into a traffic pole and a portion of the vehicle was crashed into the booth of the Crest Lock and Key in La Habra, Sgt. Baylos said. According to Sgt. Baylos the accident is being investigated to determine if the driver was under the influence at the time of the crash.
The locksmith booth, according to new owner and partner of Green Security, Chad Luettgerodt said that the building has been there for 43 years and their company had just purchased it from the original owners.
Sgt. Baylos said that no one was in the building at the time and the driver was transported to an area hospital after complaining of pain.
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Twelve Year Old Girl Killed When Struck on the 60 Freeway in Riverside County
December 26, 2011 - According to reports a 12 year old girl was struck and killed on the 60 Freeway in Riverside County. According to the California Highway Patrol the accident occurred on Sunday at approximately 11:00 p.m. on the 60 Freeway in Riverside County. The accident occurred in the westbound lanes of the freeway in Mira Loma, in the vicinity east of Wineville.
The 12 year old has been identified as Eunice Flores of Riverside, who was struck by a 1991 Mercedes 300E. According to the California Highway Patrol Flores was attempting to retrieve belongings that had fallen off of the Chevrolet Suburban she was traveling in as a passenger.
The driver identified as John Sullivan age 74 was traveling at approximately 70 mph, when he saw the girl in the westbound lane of the 60 Freeway and was unable to avoid hitting Flores. The 12 year old Flores was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash, the California Highway Patrol said.
Sullivan the driver of the Mercedes was not arrested and he was not injured in the collision. There has been no information released about the occupants of the Chevrolet Suburban and the California Highway Patrol is continuing their investigation in the collision that resulted in Flores fatal injuries.
The 12 year old has been identified as Eunice Flores of Riverside, who was struck by a 1991 Mercedes 300E. According to the California Highway Patrol Flores was attempting to retrieve belongings that had fallen off of the Chevrolet Suburban she was traveling in as a passenger.
The driver identified as John Sullivan age 74 was traveling at approximately 70 mph, when he saw the girl in the westbound lane of the 60 Freeway and was unable to avoid hitting Flores. The 12 year old Flores was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash, the California Highway Patrol said.
Sullivan the driver of the Mercedes was not arrested and he was not injured in the collision. There has been no information released about the occupants of the Chevrolet Suburban and the California Highway Patrol is continuing their investigation in the collision that resulted in Flores fatal injuries.
Friday, December 23, 2011
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputies Injured In Crash with Woman with No Headlights On
December 23, 2011- According to reports two Los Angeles County Sheriff’s deputies were injured in a crash, with a woman that did not have her headlights on. According to Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Sgt. Debra Herman, the collision occurred at approximately 10:00 p.m. Thursday night on Foothill Boulevard.
Sgt. Herman stated that the deputies served to avoid a car that had pulled out in front of them in the vicinity of Moore Street. The vehicle that was involved with the deputies was traveling in the opposite direction, when they served to miss the vehicle pulling out.
The driver, identified as a woman did not have her headlights on at the time she pulled out, causing the deputy driving to hit a wall and a telephone pole, Sgt Herman said.
Sgt. Herman stated that it does not appear that alcohol played a role in the woman driving without her headlights on, and authorities question if she was distracted.
According to the Glendale Police Department Sgt. Tom Lorenz, they are continuing to investigate the accident.
The two deputies, whose names have not been released, were transported to the Verdugo Hills Hospital. Sgt. Herman said, both were treated and released, with the deputy that was driving suffering a severe sprained wrist and a possible separated shoulder. The other deputy that was a passenger had an injury to his left leg. The two deputies said that the accident could have been much worse and that they are glad they did not hit the woman’s vehicle. They believe their injuries would have been more severe if they had not been wearing their seatbelts.
Sgt. Herman stated that the deputies served to avoid a car that had pulled out in front of them in the vicinity of Moore Street. The vehicle that was involved with the deputies was traveling in the opposite direction, when they served to miss the vehicle pulling out.
The driver, identified as a woman did not have her headlights on at the time she pulled out, causing the deputy driving to hit a wall and a telephone pole, Sgt Herman said.
Sgt. Herman stated that it does not appear that alcohol played a role in the woman driving without her headlights on, and authorities question if she was distracted.
According to the Glendale Police Department Sgt. Tom Lorenz, they are continuing to investigate the accident.
The two deputies, whose names have not been released, were transported to the Verdugo Hills Hospital. Sgt. Herman said, both were treated and released, with the deputy that was driving suffering a severe sprained wrist and a possible separated shoulder. The other deputy that was a passenger had an injury to his left leg. The two deputies said that the accident could have been much worse and that they are glad they did not hit the woman’s vehicle. They believe their injuries would have been more severe if they had not been wearing their seatbelts.
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Woman Injured in Overturned Car Crash Crawls to Roadway
December 20, 2011 - According to reports a woman that was injured in a crash that caused the car to rollover in Corona crawled to the roadway for help. According to California Highway Patrol they received reports at approximately 11:30 p.m. of a car traveling the wrong way on Interstate 15 in the vicinity of Temescal Canyon Road.
The California Highway Patrol stated that officer drove to the area, but did not find the vehicle or the driver. According to California Highway Patrol the woman that was injured in the crash crawled approximately 100 yards to the side of Temescal Canyon Road. The woman was found by a worker that called 911.
The worker stated that the woman had a broken ankle that was bleeding and was suffering from other injuries. The unidentified worker said that he called the woman’s mother that came to the scene and accompanied her daughter to the hospital.
The injured woman was transported to Inland Valley Medical Center Hospital, according to the California Highway Patrol. The California Highway Patrol said that they are unsure of what caused the accident and do not know if alcohol was a factor.
The California Highway Patrol stated that officer drove to the area, but did not find the vehicle or the driver. According to California Highway Patrol the woman that was injured in the crash crawled approximately 100 yards to the side of Temescal Canyon Road. The woman was found by a worker that called 911.
The worker stated that the woman had a broken ankle that was bleeding and was suffering from other injuries. The unidentified worker said that he called the woman’s mother that came to the scene and accompanied her daughter to the hospital.
The injured woman was transported to Inland Valley Medical Center Hospital, according to the California Highway Patrol. The California Highway Patrol said that they are unsure of what caused the accident and do not know if alcohol was a factor.
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Unlicensed Driver Strikes and Kills a Pedestrian in Panorama City
December 19, 2011- This is another tragic event that we see a lot around he holiday season. According to reports an unlicensed driver struck and killed a pedestrian in Panorama City. According to police the accident occurred at approximately 5:35 a.m. Saturday on Woodman Avenue in the vicinity south of Cantara Street. The questions the prosecutor will ask, is are inter alia: (1) What is your legal status; (2) was your license suspended; (3) Were you drinking?
Police officials stated that the pedestrian that was struck and killed has been identified as Patricia Ellen Riedy age 60 of Wildwood, Mo. According to police Riedy was crossing Woodman Avenue and was not in a crosswalk when she was struck by a Ford Explorer SUV.
Police said the driver of the Ford Explorer was Martha Cruz age 36 and was alleged to be driving without a license, but was not arrested at the scene of the crash. Riedy was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash by paramedics, according to authorities.
According to police Los Angeles Police Department detectives from the Valley Traffic Division are investigating the fatal pedestrian crash. It appears there was no alcohol or drugs, as the driver was not taken into custody. In any event, there are two isues here for purposes of this post: (1) the criminal aspect; (2) the wrongful death aspect.
Here, the potential defendant will need a lawyer to explain why Ms. Cruz was not licensed, and whether or not that failure to comply with the CVC caused the wreck;
The chances are, Ms. Cruz won't have auto insurance and the fact she is so irresponsible in not having a license, she probably has no assets either. Wrongful death attorneys typically sue people who have something to lose. The problem attorneys face in trying to pursue these actions, are faced with defendants who shirk their duties under the law.
Some people cannot afford auto insurance, and are just struggling. Others, know they can get away with things by becoming "judgment proof". So here, the family and survivors would want a tort lawyer to sue and investigate assets. It could be that Ms. Cruz was in the "Course and Scope of Employment". It could be the vehicle itself was covered under an insurance policy, or that Ms. Cruz had auto insurance even though she was not licensed. She may be covered by her employer's liability insurance policy (assuming she had a job and was working at the time.)
So, yes, Ms. Cruz might need a defense lawyer for the criminal and civil aspects of her court issues. The victim's family will probably want to explore a recovery to pay for things like funeral expense, etc.
Police officials stated that the pedestrian that was struck and killed has been identified as Patricia Ellen Riedy age 60 of Wildwood, Mo. According to police Riedy was crossing Woodman Avenue and was not in a crosswalk when she was struck by a Ford Explorer SUV.
Police said the driver of the Ford Explorer was Martha Cruz age 36 and was alleged to be driving without a license, but was not arrested at the scene of the crash. Riedy was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash by paramedics, according to authorities.
According to police Los Angeles Police Department detectives from the Valley Traffic Division are investigating the fatal pedestrian crash. It appears there was no alcohol or drugs, as the driver was not taken into custody. In any event, there are two isues here for purposes of this post: (1) the criminal aspect; (2) the wrongful death aspect.
The Criminal Aspect
Here, the potential defendant will need a lawyer to explain why Ms. Cruz was not licensed, and whether or not that failure to comply with the CVC caused the wreck;
Will Ms. Cruz Need A Wrongful Death Attorney?
The chances are, Ms. Cruz won't have auto insurance and the fact she is so irresponsible in not having a license, she probably has no assets either. Wrongful death attorneys typically sue people who have something to lose. The problem attorneys face in trying to pursue these actions, are faced with defendants who shirk their duties under the law.
Some people cannot afford auto insurance, and are just struggling. Others, know they can get away with things by becoming "judgment proof". So here, the family and survivors would want a tort lawyer to sue and investigate assets. It could be that Ms. Cruz was in the "Course and Scope of Employment". It could be the vehicle itself was covered under an insurance policy, or that Ms. Cruz had auto insurance even though she was not licensed. She may be covered by her employer's liability insurance policy (assuming she had a job and was working at the time.)
So, yes, Ms. Cruz might need a defense lawyer for the criminal and civil aspects of her court issues. The victim's family will probably want to explore a recovery to pay for things like funeral expense, etc.
Man Flees From Three Vehicle Crash with Injuries
December 19, 2011 - Here is a great story about a guy who runs away from the scene. According to reports a man fled the scene of a three vehicle crash that resulted in injuries. According to Anaheim Police Officer Danny Mihalak the accident occurred at approximately 10:50 a.m. in the vicinity of Euclid Street and Catherine Drive in Anaheim.
Officer Mihalak said that the three vehicles were involved in the 3 car collision, including a Honda Civic and a Chevrolet Cavalier. The Honda was traveling southbound on Euclid Street, when the Chevrolet made a left hand turn in the path of the Honda. This caused the Honda to be pushed off of the road and into a Chevrolet Tahoe that was parked.
The driver of the Civic, identified as a woman was injured in the collision and transported to an area hospital. The woman’s 1 year old child was not injured in the collision, according to his father that came to the scene of the crash and identified the woman as Monica Varillas age 21.
According to Officer Mihalak, the driver of the Cavalier that struck the Honda took off from the scene of the crash on food and was later spotted at a 7 Eleven store, but has not been caught.
Officer Mihalak said that the three vehicles were involved in the 3 car collision, including a Honda Civic and a Chevrolet Cavalier. The Honda was traveling southbound on Euclid Street, when the Chevrolet made a left hand turn in the path of the Honda. This caused the Honda to be pushed off of the road and into a Chevrolet Tahoe that was parked.
The driver of the Civic, identified as a woman was injured in the collision and transported to an area hospital. The woman’s 1 year old child was not injured in the collision, according to his father that came to the scene of the crash and identified the woman as Monica Varillas age 21.
According to Officer Mihalak, the driver of the Cavalier that struck the Honda took off from the scene of the crash on food and was later spotted at a 7 Eleven store, but has not been caught.
Monday, December 12, 2011
Freeway Hit and Run Crash Injures Motorist and Causes SigAlert to be Issued
December 12, 2011 - According to reports a motorist was injured in a hit and run crash. According to the California Highway Patrol the hit and run accident occurred at approximately 5:03 a.m. in the westbound lanes of the 22 Freeway in the vicinity of the Magnolia Street exit.
The California Highway Patrol said a SigAlert was issued at approximately 5:48 a.m. and ended at about 7:18 a.m. The motorist that was involved in the hit and run crash was transported to UCI Medical Center, with unknown injuries, the California Highway Patrol stated.
According to the CHP the crash remains under investigation according to the car accident attorneys at Ehline Law Firm PC. 213.596.9642.
The California Highway Patrol said a SigAlert was issued at approximately 5:48 a.m. and ended at about 7:18 a.m. The motorist that was involved in the hit and run crash was transported to UCI Medical Center, with unknown injuries, the California Highway Patrol stated.
According to the CHP the crash remains under investigation according to the car accident attorneys at Ehline Law Firm PC. 213.596.9642.
Friday, December 9, 2011
Downtown Los Angeles Seven Car Pileup Blocks Two Lanes of the 110 Freeway
December 9, 2011 - According to reports a seven car pileup on the 110 Freeway in Downtown Los Angeles blocked two lanes of the highway.
According to the California Highway Patrol Officer Christian Cracraft a seven car pileup occurred at approximately 2:17 p.m. in Downtown Los Angeles north of Hill Street. CHP Officer Cracraft said that the seven car collision blocked two of the three northbound lanes on the 110 Freeway.
The officer stated that there was a Metro bus at the scene, but it is unclear if it was involved in the collision.According to Officer Cracraft a SigAlert was not issued, but that it would take approximately 30 minutes to clear the scene of the crash and traffic is stopped all the way to the 10 Freeway.
Three California Highway Patrol units and the Los Angeles Fire Department responded to the collision. This has been a public announcement from the car accident lawyer at Ehline Law Firm PC at 633 West Fifth Street, 28th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90071. 213.596.9642.
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According to the California Highway Patrol Officer Christian Cracraft a seven car pileup occurred at approximately 2:17 p.m. in Downtown Los Angeles north of Hill Street. CHP Officer Cracraft said that the seven car collision blocked two of the three northbound lanes on the 110 Freeway.
The officer stated that there was a Metro bus at the scene, but it is unclear if it was involved in the collision.According to Officer Cracraft a SigAlert was not issued, but that it would take approximately 30 minutes to clear the scene of the crash and traffic is stopped all the way to the 10 Freeway.
Three California Highway Patrol units and the Los Angeles Fire Department responded to the collision. This has been a public announcement from the car accident lawyer at Ehline Law Firm PC at 633 West Fifth Street, 28th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90071. 213.596.9642.
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Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Teen Struck Crossing Street in Critical Condition—Driver Arrested for Suspicion of DUI
December 7, 2011 - According to reports a teen crossing the street after school was struck and is listed in critical condition. According to the Newport Beach Police Department a 17 year old student was struck, while crossing the street Tuesday, after school.
Newport Beach Police Department spokeswoman Kathy Lowe the 17 year old student was struck at approximately 2:50 p.m. while crossing an intersection bordering to Newport Harbor High School. The student was struck by a black Chevrolet Tahoe that was traveling northbound on Irvine Avenue at Margaret Drive.
According to Lowe the student was in a crosswalk at the time that she was struck by the Tahoe and was transported to Western Medical Center in Santa Ana, where she is listed in critical condition. According to Newport Beach police the driver of the Chevrolet Tahoe, identified as Marnie J. Lpppincott age 38 of Costa Mesa, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.
According to Lowe investigators are continued to investigate the accident Tuesday evening blocking off the area. The Newport Beach police are asking any witnesses to contact traffic investigator Mike Schiavi. This was a public service message from the injury lawyers at Ehline Law Firm PC 5000 Birch Street #3000 Newport Beach, CA 92660
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Newport Beach Police Department spokeswoman Kathy Lowe the 17 year old student was struck at approximately 2:50 p.m. while crossing an intersection bordering to Newport Harbor High School. The student was struck by a black Chevrolet Tahoe that was traveling northbound on Irvine Avenue at Margaret Drive.
According to Lowe the student was in a crosswalk at the time that she was struck by the Tahoe and was transported to Western Medical Center in Santa Ana, where she is listed in critical condition. According to Newport Beach police the driver of the Chevrolet Tahoe, identified as Marnie J. Lpppincott age 38 of Costa Mesa, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.
According to Lowe investigators are continued to investigate the accident Tuesday evening blocking off the area. The Newport Beach police are asking any witnesses to contact traffic investigator Mike Schiavi. This was a public service message from the injury lawyers at Ehline Law Firm PC 5000 Birch Street #3000 Newport Beach, CA 92660
USA +949.891.0127.
Monday, December 5, 2011
Multi-Vehicle Crash Involves Transit Bus that Blocks the Bay Bridge
December 5, 2011 - According to reports a multi-vehicle collision involved a transit bus that blocked lanes of the Bay Bridge tying up traffic.
According to the California Highway Patrol the collision was reported at approximately 6:09 a.m. Monday morning, in the vicinity of the westbound lanes before Treasure Island.
The multi-vehicle collision involved three vehicles and an AC Transit bus, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The multi-vehicle bus accident resulted in one person suffering minor injuries and being transported to an area hospital. The collision caused two of the left lanes to be blocked for approximately forty minutes and caused traffic to be congested for the remainder of the morning commute, the California Highway Patrol stated.
According to the California Highway Patrol the collision was reported at approximately 6:09 a.m. Monday morning, in the vicinity of the westbound lanes before Treasure Island.
The multi-vehicle collision involved three vehicles and an AC Transit bus, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The multi-vehicle bus accident resulted in one person suffering minor injuries and being transported to an area hospital. The collision caused two of the left lanes to be blocked for approximately forty minutes and caused traffic to be congested for the remainder of the morning commute, the California Highway Patrol stated.
Friday, December 2, 2011
Lanes of 60 West Closed After Collision
November 30, 2011 - According to reports three lanes of the 60 West Freeway were closed after a collision. According to the California Highway Patrol a collision occurred at approximately 6:40 a.m. on 60 West and at the 605 connector.
The California Highway Patrol closed the three right lanes on the 60 West Freeway and two right lanes on the 605 Freeway south connector. They stated that the traffic was backed up to Azusa Avenue on the 60 West Freeway.
According to the California Highway Patrol the collision involved at least six cars and a big rig, with injuries reported. CHP officials did not know the extent of the injuries.
The California Highway Patrol said that the six car collision included a black truck that crashed into several of the cars after the driver passed out on the 60 West Freeway at the 605 Freeway connector.
The California Highway Patrol closed the three right lanes on the 60 West Freeway and two right lanes on the 605 Freeway south connector. They stated that the traffic was backed up to Azusa Avenue on the 60 West Freeway.
According to the California Highway Patrol the collision involved at least six cars and a big rig, with injuries reported. CHP officials did not know the extent of the injuries.
The California Highway Patrol said that the six car collision included a black truck that crashed into several of the cars after the driver passed out on the 60 West Freeway at the 605 Freeway connector.
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