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APPLE VALLEY - A 22-year-old Victorville man tragically died Sunday night after he was struck by several vehicles on Highway 18 in Apple Valley, the Victorville Daily Press reported. The fatal pedestrian accident was reported in the westbound lanes of Highway 18 near Bass Hill Road at about 10:45 p.m. on Sunday, February 5, 2012. According to news accounts, Devance Jerome Coleman was struck by several passing vehicles and died at the scene of the crash. A second man was reportedly injured and taken to a local hospital. It was unclear if the injured man had been walking with Coleman or if he was an occupant of one of the vehicles that struck Coleman.

Cause of the Apple Valley Pedestrian Accident

The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Major Accident Investigation Team is investigating the cause of the fatal pedestrian accident. Based on the very limited information provided in the Victorville Daily Press, the cause of the accident is unclear.

Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

Following a fatal pedestrian accident such as this Highway 18 crash, the family members of the victim of this accident would be well-advised to consult with a knowledgeable and experienced Apple valley personal injury lawyer. A knowledgeable and experienced wrongful death attorney can review the accident investigation report and advise the victim's family of their legal rights and best course of action should they decide to pursue a wrongful death claim against any of the drivers involved in this fatal collision.

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UPLAND - The Inland Valley Daily Bulletin reported an elderly Upland gentleman tragically died Monday while crossing Euclid Avenue (State Route 83). The fatal pedestrian accident was reported at about 12:15 p.m. on Monday, January 30, 2012. According to news accounts, the victim, Owen Skousen, 83, was struck by a green 2005 Chrysler 300 at 17th Street and Euclid Avenue. Skousen was rushed to a nearby hospital where he tragically died of his injuries. The driver of the Chrysler, who was not identified, was not hurt in the collision.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

Following a fatal accident such as this car vs. pedestrian accident in Upland, the family members of the victim would be well-advised to speak with an experienced and knowledgeable Upland personal injury attorney. A lawyer who is skilled in handling fatal pedestrian accident wrongful death claims can advise the victim's family of their best course of action to protect their legal rights, and whether they may be entitled to pursue a wrongful death claim against the driver of the vehicle, if it is determined that he or she was responsible.

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ORANGE COUNTY -- A pedestrian in his 40s was tragically killed just after 8:30 p.m. Saturday when he was struck by two vehicles in Santa Ana, Orange County Register reported. The man, whose name was not released, was attempting to cross Broadway when a white Chevy pickup traveling northbound hit him, causing him to land on the southbound lane, where he was struck by a green Mustang convertible. Neither drivers remained at the scene. Anyone with information regarding this accident or the drivers involved is asked to contact the Santa Ana Police Department.

Orange County Hit-and-Run Accident Liability

Following a pedestrian accident such as this one on January 27th, the family of the victim would be well-advised to speak to a Orange County personal injury lawyer. An attorney knowledgeable in fatal hit-and-run accidents, can help protect the family's legal rights in a wrongful death claim, assist authorities in locating the drivers involved this incident, and help the family obtain the compensation they are entitled to for funeral and burial expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this tragic hit-and-run pedestrian accident.

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RIVERSIDE COUNTY -- A tragic pedestrian accident left a 44-year-old woman dead Thursday night in Indio, The Press-Enterprise reports. The fatal incident took place on the westbound lanes of Indio Boulevard, just east of Biskra Street. The woman identified as Brigitte Jasso of Indio was attempting to cross the street when she was struck by a motorcycle and then a black Ford Taurus. Following the accident, Jasso was reported to have died at the scene, and the motorcyclist was taken to Desert Regional Medical Center for further treatment. The driver in the car along with her passenger was not hurt after the crash.

Cause of the January 26th Pedestrian Accident

The fatal accident on Indio Boulevard remains under investigation by the Indio Police Department. However, it is not clear what caused this incident to occur, if evidence from the accident shows that distracted driving, speed, or driver negligence prompted the crash, the motorcyclist and/or the driver of the vehicle can be held liable for the victim's death.

Indio Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

In complex pedestrian accidents such as this one, the family of the victim would be well-advised to speak to a experienced and knowledgeable Indio personal injury lawyer regarding their legal rights in a wrongful death claim. Immediate consultation from an attorney who has handled similar accidents like this one, can help the family understand and protect their legal rights in a civil claim and ensure they are fully compensated for their devastating loss, including funeral and burial expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other related damages.

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ORANGE COUNTY -- A 97-year-old pedestrian is suffering from life-threatening injuries after he was struck by a motorist in Garden Grove, Orange County Register reported. The pedestrian identified as Augustine Choi was crossing at a crosswalk at Brookhurst Street and Stanford Avenue around 12:30 p.m. Saturday. The driver of the vehicle, whose name was not released, immediately stopped after the collision to aid Choi. Following the accident, Choi was transported to UCI Medical Center in Orange for treatment of his injuries.

Based on the limited information provided by the Orange County Register, it is not immediately apparent what happened and who is responsible for this January 21st accident. However, if police officials come to a conclusion that the accident was due to driver negligence, it would be well-advised to for the victim or the family of the victim to contact a Garden Grove personal injury lawyer. A skilled attorney experienced in pedestrian accidents can advise the victim of his legal rights, and hold the driver liable for his injuries, including medical care expenses, disfigurement, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this horrific pedestrian accident.

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RIVERSIDE COUNTY - A woman identified as Adelina Gonzalez, 45, of Riverside, was fatally struck by a vehicle Monday night, The Press-Enterprise reports. Gonzalez was attempting to cross the street on Mission Boulevard, west of Pedley Road, in Jurupa Valley when she was hit by an SUV at about 6:06 p.m. Details regarding how this accident occurred and the identity of the driver were not immediately released.

Cause of the Jurupa Valley Pedestrian Accident

The accident on January 16th remains under investigation by the Riverside County Sheriff's Department. However, based in the limited information provided by The Press-Enterprise, it is not evident what happened and who is to blame for this fatal accident. Therefore, investigators will further investigate the collision and determine if speed, distracted driving, alcohol/drugs, or negligent and reckless driving were a factor in the collision.

Jurupa Valley Pedestrian Accident Liability

If police concludes that the accident was due to unsafe and/or negligent driving, the family of the victim would be well-advised to contact a Jurupa Valley accident attorney immediately. A knowledgeable and experienced lawyer who has handled numerous wrongful death claims can help protect the family's legal rights, hold the responsible party liable for their devastating loss, and ensure the family recovers the compensation they are entitled to for funeral and burial expenses, lost wages, loss of love, care, affection, support, and companionship.

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RIVERSIDE COUNTY -- An 81-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle Saturday night while she was attempting to cross a street in the city of Palm Springs. The accident was reported at 7:49 p.m. when the pedestrian was struck by a Kia Soul traveling southbound on South Sunrise Way, just between Camino Parocela and Sunney Dunes Road, The Press-Enterprise reported.

The pedestrian, identified by the Riverside County Sheriff-Corner's office as Florence Wyatt of Palm Springs, was taken to a hospital following the accident, where she later died due to her injuries. The driver, whose name was not available, was not arrested and is cooperating with the investigation.

Palm Springs Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

While it is not immediately apparent what caused this collision to happen, it would be well-advised for the family of the victim to contact a Palm Springs personal injury lawyer to discuss their legal rights in a wrongful death claim. An attorney experienced in fatal pedestrian accidents in Riverside County, can ensure the family's rights are protected, and advise them the best option to recover compensation for the tragic loss of their loved one, including funeral and burial expenses, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship.

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SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY -- A 26-year-old San Bernardino man was tragically killed after he was hit by a car while walking along a Rancho Cucamonga street. The San Bernardino County Sun reported that Terrell Conner, was heading east across Vineyard Drive, south of 9th Street, at about 12:50 a.m. Sunday when he was struck by a hit-and-run driver.

Witness statements reported to police that a newer model Ford F-150 parked south of where the incident took place and an unidentified man walking away from Conner's body. The man then walked back to the vehicle before taking off. Anyone with information about this fatal incident should call Deputy Mark Addy or Deputy Richard Buss at (909) 477-2800.

Cause of the January 8th Pedestrian Accident

Based on the information provided by news reports, it is unclear what caused the accident to occur. However, there is absolutely no reason to leave the scene of an accident before the proper authorities arrive. According to 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."

San Bernardino Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

While the police are investigating this devastating accident, it would be well-advised for the family of the victim to contact a knowledgeable Rancho Cucamonga personal injury lawyer regarding their legal rights in a wrongful death claim. A skilled attorney experienced in pedestrian accidents, can advise the family of their rights, help police in efforts in locating the driver, and ensure they recover the maximum compensation for their tragic and unexpected loss. If the driver involved in the collision cannot be located, the family can obtain the compensation through the victim's insurance, if he has one.

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RIVERSIDE COUNTY - A 62-year-old woman was seriously struck by a hit-and-run driver Wednesday night while she was attempting to cross a Moreno Valley street, The Press-Enterprise reported. The 6:15 p.m. accident took place at the intersection of Heacock Street and Kernwood Drive when the woman, whose name was not stated, was hit by a vehicle traveling north on Heacock. The woman suffered severe head injuries and broken bones after the collision.

The vehicle involved in this horrible accident is described to be a dark-colored mid-1990s Honda two-door car with a black hood. Anyone with information regarding the driver or this accident should call the Riverside County Sheriff's Department at (951)776-1099.

Cause of the January 4th Hit-and-Run Accident

Based on the information provided by The Press-Enterprise, it is uncertain what caused the driver to hit the female pedestrian and flee the scene. However, there is absolutely no reason to leave the scene of an accident, especially when it inflicts harm to a person other than himself or herself. Hopefully, police officials can locate the driver involved in this devastating accident.

Personal Injury Liability for Moreno Valley Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrians, specifically the elderly, can suffer major damage and at times be fatal once they are struck by a vehicle. Pedestrians can sustain catastrophic head and brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, and other life-altering injuries.

After a serious pedestrian accident such as this one, the victim or the family members of the victim would be well-advised to speak to a skilled Moreno Valley personal injury lawyer regarding her legal rights. As hit-and-run incidents can have complex legal issues, an experienced attorney can ensure the victim's legal rights are protected in a civil claim, help police in efforts to locate the hit-and-run driver, and decide the best option to obtain the compensation she is entitled to for medical care expenses, lost earnings, disfigurement, pain and suffering, and other related damages.

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COACHELLA - A 50-year-old man died Monday evening shortly after he was struck by a light colored four door sedan on Harrison Street, north of Avenue 50, the Riverside County Sheriff-Coroner reported in a press release. The accident was reported at approximately 5:42 p.m. on Monday, January 2, 2012. The victim, who was not identified, was transported to John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital where he died shortly after arrival.

The Coachella Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating the suspect and the vehicle involved this crime. Anyone with information about the case is encouraged to call Coachella Police Dispatch at (760) 836-3215, or traffic investigators at (760) 863-8990. For the sake of the victim's family, we hope that the driver involved in this incident is located or comes forward to authorities.

Under 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." There is never any reason to flee the scene of an accident, regardless of the circumstances.

Following a hit-and-run accident such as this one, the family members of the victim would be well-advised to contact an experienced and knowledgeable Coachella personal injury lawyer. An attorney who has handled numerous wrongful death claims arising from fatal pedestrian accidents can help the victim's family understand and protect their rights, and possibly aid in efforts to locate the driver.

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LOS ANGELES -- According KTLA News, less than a dozen people were injured following a devastating crash in south Los Angeles. The accident happened around 7:40 p.m. Saturday when a driver in an El Camino traveling at "a high rate of speed" ran several stop lights, lost control, hit two vehicles at the intersection of W. 103rd and S. Main streets, and then jumped onto the sidewalk slamming into pedestrians. After this horrific crash, eleven people were injured and taken to a hospital for treatment. The extent of their injuries was not immediately available.

Cause of the Car Crash in Los Angeles

Based on the limited information provided by KTLA News, it appears the driver of the El Camino may be at fault for the accident due driving at an excessive speed. However, police officials will further investigate the incident to determine if alcohol/drugs, negligence or vehicle malfunctions played a part in this collision.

Car and Pedestrian Accident Injury Liability

Following a serious accident such as this one, the victims or the family of the victims would be well-advised to speak to either a Los Angeles car accident lawyer or a Los Angeles pedestrian accident lawyer. Experienced attorneys at our law firm can help the victims protect their legal rights to recover the compensation that they are entitled to. Compensation in a personal injury claim can include medical care costs, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this horrible accident.

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RIVERSIDE COUNTY -- A 19-year-old skateboarder was seriously struck by hit-and-run driver on Saturday in Lake Elsinore, The Press-Enterprise reports. The horrible incident happened at about 6:48 p.m. on Lakeshore Drive at Avenue 6. According to the Riverside County Sheriff's, the skateboarder was struck from behind by a light-colored, lowered Honda vehicle with front-end damage. The skateboarder, whose name was not released, suffered major head injuries and was taken to hospital for further treatment.

UPDATE: Based on updated news reports given by The Press-Enterprise, the skateboarder involved in this tragic hit-and-run, died from his injuries New Years Day. He was later identified by the Riverside County coroner's office as Gerardo Garcia.

Pedestrian Accident Injury Liability

Following a major pedestrian accident, the victim or family members of the victim would be well-advised to contact a skilled Lake Elsinore personal injury lawyer. An attorney who has the experience in hit-and-run accidents, can protect the victim's legal rights and help police in efforts locate the driver.

In the event the driver cannot be located, an attorney at Estey Bomberger can help recover compensation for the victim through his insurance, if he has one. Compensation in a civil claim can include medical care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, or other related damages in this December 31st hit-and-run pedestrian accident.

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ORANGE COUNTY -- A 54-year-old man was tragically struck by a two vehicles in Garden Grove while he was attempting to cross the street. Garden Grove resident Gregory Martin was crossing West Street near Garden Grove Boulevard just before 7 p.m. when he was struck by a gray Dodge Magnum, and then struck and dragged about 750 feet by a white Ford Explorer.

The driver of the Dodge did not stop at the scene of the accident. According to OC Weekly, the driver of the Ford thought he hit debris on the road and figured it would be dislodged if he kept driving. However, he stopped when it did not fall off and saw the man beneath his vehicle. Martin was then taken to a local hospital with severe injuries following this horrendous accident.

Pedestrian Accident Personal Injury Liability

As it remains unclear as to what happened and who is responsible for the collision, there is no excuse for fleeing the scene of the accident. According to 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."

Following a major pedestrian accident, the victim or the victim's family would be well-advised to speak to a knowledgeable California personal injury attorney immediately regarding their legal rights. A lawyer at the law firm of Estey Bomberger can ensure the victim's legal rights are protected, help police in efforts locate the driver who fled the accident, and decide the best course of action to obtain compensation for his injuries, including, medical care expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this horrific December 28th hit-and-run pedestrian accident.

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SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY -- A 60-year-old woman was hit by a car at about 6:01 p.m. Monday in San Bernardino, The Press-Enterprise reported. The accident happened when the woman, whose name was not released, was struck by a vehicle while she was crossing at the intersection of East Lynwood Drive and North Mountain Avenue.

Following the collision,the woman was taken to Loma Linda Medical Center where she later died from her injuries at about 7:15 p.m., and it was reported that the driver of the vehicle is cooperating with the San Bernardino police.

UPDATE: The Press-Enterprise reported on Wednesday that the woman who was tragically killed in this pedestrian accident was identified as Karen Lee Henthorn of San Bernardino.

San Bernardino Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

The accident on December 26th remains under investigation by the San Bernardino Police Department. However based on the information provided by news reports, it is not clear what caused this horrific accident. Authorities investigating the incident indicated alcohol does not appear to be a factor in the collision, but is it certain they will look at other factors that may have caused the accident, including speed, distracted driving, negligent or reckless actions of driver, vehicle malfunctions, and road conditions.

Therefore, while the investigation of the accident is ongoing, the family of the victim would be well-advised to seek immediate consultation from a skilled San Bernardino wrongful death lawyer. An attorney experienced in pedestrian accidents can ensure the family's legal rights are protected, and decide the best course of action in obtaining compensation for the loss of their loved one, including funeral and burial expenses, lost wages, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship.

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RIVERSIDE COUNTY -- A 12-year-old girl was struck and killed by a car Sunday night in the city of Riverside. This devastating Christmas Day accident happened at about 11 p.m. when the young girl, Eunice Flores of Riverside, was hit by a white Mercedes 200E sedan on westbound Highway 60, just east of Interstate 15.

According to Southwest Riverside News Network, Flores was trying to retrieve a suitcase containing clothes that apparently fell from the roof rack of the car she was a passenger of. After the collision, Flores was reported to have died at the scene of the accident.

Cause of the Pedestrian Accident on Highway 60

Based on the information provided by news reports, it is uncertain as to whose fault it may be. It is also not evident whether the driver could have avoided the collision. Therefore, the California Highway Patrol will further investigate this tragic accident to determine what happened and who is ultimately responsible.

Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

Pedestrian accidents that occur on the freeway can have complex legal issues. Therefore, after a fatal accident such as this one, the family of victim would be well-advised to seek an experienced Riverside pedestrian accident lawyer. An attorney at Estey Bomberger can advise the family of their legal rights in a wrongful death claim, help determine who may responsible for the crash by hiring an independent investigator to reconstruct the scene of the accident, and decide the best way to obtain the compensation they are entitled to for the tragic and unexpected loss of their loved one.

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