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Two men from Norco who were occupants of a white Toyota Tacoma sustained moderate injuries Wednesday morning when their truck was rear-ended in Orange County, the San Clemente Times reported. The accident occurred on southbound Interstate 5, north of Camino Las Ramblas, at about 8 a.m. on Wednesday, September 15, 2010. The white Toyota pickup was rear-ended by a black Audi, driven by Jesse James Matheny, 20, of San Clemente. Matheny, who was not injured, was arrested on suspicion of felony driving under the influence of alcohol.

Cause of the September 15th Crash

If news reports are accurate, the driver of the Audi, who is suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol, is likely responsible for this collision. However, the cause of the crash is still under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.

Rear-End Accidents and Personal Injury Liability

If it is determined that the driver of the Audi is responsible for causing the collision, he may be liable for the injuries sustained by the two men in the Tacoma. In situations such as this September 15th Interstate 5 car accident, injured victims or their family members would be well-advised to speak to an experienced and knowledgeable California car accident lawyer. A skilled attorney familiar with the unique legal issues of rear-end accidents on Interstate freeways can help the victims understand and protect their legal rights so that they may recover the maximum financial compensation they may be entitled to for their medical expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering and other accident related expenses.

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A 61-year-old man was taken to Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo Sunday night after he was hit by a car driven by a 16-year-old near San Clemente High School, the Orange County Register reported. The accident occurred in the 700 block of Avenida Pico, at around 9 p.m. The teen driver was not cited, and police did not believe alcohol was a factor in the crash. The injured man suffered a broken leg and a head injury in the August 1st San Clemente pedestrian accident.

Pedestrian Accidents & Personal Injury Liability

The cause of the incident remains under investigation. Based on the limited information provided in news reports, it is not clear what happened or who was responsible. Authorities will look at the location of the accident, the speed of the vehicle, and whether there was any way the driver could have prevented in the accident. If the driver is determined to be at fault, he or she may be liable for the injuries sustained by the victim. In situations such as this one, while an accident investigation is ongoing, the family members of the injured victim would be well-advised to consult with a California pedestrian injury lawyer about the accident and the victim's possible rights to compensation for his injuries in a personal injury claim.

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