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SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY - Based on a press release provided by the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner's Department, a terrible head-on collision involving a 2005 Honda Accord and a 1989 Toyota Corolla killed both drivers yesterday morning in Fontana.

The Wednesday accident occurred at 1:58 a.m., when the Honda traveling west on Foothill Boulevard, west of Almeria Avenue, veered onto the eastbound lane, slamming head-on with the Toyota. The Toyota driver, 42-year-old Fontana resident Rhonda Martinson, was reported to have died at the scene, and the driver the Honda, Anthony Allen, 20, of Corona, was taken to Loma Linda Medical Center, where he later died due to his injuries.

Liability Issues for Fontana Car Accidents

It is not clear what caused the driver to cross double yellow lines and into opposing traffic. Therefore, while the accident on April 25th remains under investigation by local law enforcement, the family of victims would be well-advised to contact an experienced Fontana accident lawyer. A compassionate attorney who is highly dedicated in helping families protect their legal rights in a wrongful death claims, can assist the victims' families in pursuing a civil claim, and ensure they recover the compensation they are owed for the loss of their beloved family member, funeral and burial expenses, future and anticipated lifetime earnings and benefits, and pain and suffering.

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SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY -- A 23-year-old man riding a 2006 Suzuki GSX-R was killed in a Fontana crash yesterday afternoon. The tragic accident occurred before 5 p.m. Thursday at the intersection of Almond Avenue and Arrow Route. According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner's Department, the driver of a 2000 Honda Accord turned left from a stop sign on south Almond Avenue and into the path the motorcyclist that was traveling west on Arrow. The motorcyclist, Sergio Moral-Perez of Fontana, was reported to have died at scene of the accident. No information if the Honda driver, 20-year-old Arnold Pereira of Fontana, was cited or arrested.

Liability for Left-Turn Motorcycle Accidents

If the driver of the vehicle was is deemed responsible for the crash by police due either negligence or unsafe driving, the driver may be held financially and civilly liable for the victim's death. After a fatal accident such as this one on April 19th, the family of the victim would be well-advised to seek immediate consultation from a Fontana accident lawyer about their legal rights in a wrongful death claim.

An attorney experienced in motorcycle collisions in San Bernardino County, can decide the best course of action in protecting the family's rights in a civil claim, and ensure they recover the maximum compensation for funeral and burial expenses, anticipated lifetime earnings and benefits of the deceased victim, mental anguish, loss of love, care, and companionship.

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SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY -- According to The Press-Enterprise, a 70-year-old pedestrian was hit by a car while he was crossing a street in Fontana. Roy Rasmussen, of Fontana, was attempting to cross the 16300 of Foothill Boulevard at about 10:54 p.m. Saturday when he was struck by a Nissan Sentra traveling on the westbound lanes.

Following the horrific accident, the driver of the vehicle stopped and is cooperating with police, while Rasmussen was taken to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center where he was pronounced dead at 12:52 a.m. Sunday.

San Bernardino County Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

Based on the information provided by The Press Enterprise, it is not entirely clear what could have caused this collision. It is also uncertain whether the driver of the vehicle tried avoid or prevent the accident from occurring. Therefore, police officials investigating this fatal incident will determine if distracted driving, speed, negligent driving, and road conditions, prompted the collision.

Therefore, while this December 10th pedestrian accident remains under investigation by the Fontana Police Department, the family of the victim would be well-advised to seek a knowledgeable San Bernardino pedestrian accident lawyer to discuss their legal rights in a wrongful death claim. Attorneys at Estey Bomberger, can help the family protect their rights in a civil suit against the person responsible, and decide the best course of action in recovering the compensation they would be entitled to funeral and burial expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages in this pedestrian accident.

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SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY -- A 61-year-old man was fatally struck by a car in Fontana at about 5:44 p.m. Saturday. The Press-Enterprise reported that Domingo Nava was attempting to cross the street at Sierra Avenue and Reed Street, when he was hit by an oncoming vehicle. After the collision, Nava was taken to Kaiser Hospital in Fontana where he later died at 7:22 p.m. due to his major injuries.

Cause of the Pedestrian Accident in Fontana

Based on the limited information provided by news reports, it is unclear what caused this crash to occur. It is also not evident whether distracted driving, drugs or alcohol, speed, negligent or reckless actions by the driver was a factor in the collision. Therefore, the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department will monitor this fatal incident and determine who is ultimately responsible.

Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

Pedestrian accidents that result in injuries and/or deaths are usually caused by driver negligence. Victims in pedestrian accidents include people of all ages, however, a large number of fatalities come from the elderly and children. Therefore, during the investigation of this December 3rd incident, the family of the victim would be well-advised to seek a knowledgeable San Bernardino pedestrian accident attorney.

Committed and dedicated lawyers at Estey Bomberger can help the family during this tragic time by protecting their legal rights in wrongful death claim, and obtaining the compensation the family is entitled to for their unexpected loss, including funeral and burial costs, lost earnings, pain and suffering, or other damages.

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SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY -- According to The Press-Enterprise, four people in Fontana were tragically killed when their vehicle crashed into a train trestle. The accident was reported at about 1:08 a.m. Sunday, when the driver of a Chrysler Sebring was traveling east on Foothill Boulevard and lost control of the vehicle. The impact of the collision caused the car to burst into flames.

Following the accident, the driver, Javier Contreras, 18, and a female passenger, Rebecca Garcia, 16, were reported to have died at the scene. Two other passengers, Pedro Rivera, 18, and Raquel Garcia, 18, were taken to a Fontana Kaiser hospital and a Colton Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, respectively. However, Pedro Rivera and Rebecca Garcia later died due their injuries.

Cause of the Car Crash in Fontana

The accident on October 23rd remains under investigation by the Fontana Police Department. But, based on the information provided by The Press-Enterprise, it is unclear what caused this crash. Officials investigating the accident indicated the driver of the vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed. However, they will further investigate and determine if other factors such as vehicle malfunctions, distracted driving, and negligent and/or reckless actions of driver played a part in this horrific accident.

Car Accident Wrongful Death Liability

The sudden and unexpected loss of a loved one is always shocking and emotionally painful. Therefore, in fatal car accidents such as this one, family members of the victims would be well-advised to speak to a San Bernardino wrongful death attorney. A skilled attorney who understands the devastation and grief that families feel, can advise the family of their legal rights, help in efforts in determining who is officially responsible for this car accident, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation for funeral/burial costs, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship.

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SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY -- A woman sustained serious injuries after she was involved in a multi-vehicle accident in Fontana at about 3:46 p.m. Monday, Fontana Herald News reports. The woman, who was a passenger in a 2004 Honda Accord, was traveling south on Sierra Avenue near Foothill Boulevard when their vehicle broadsided a 2005 Toyota Tacoma. According to Fontana Police Sergeant Billy Green, the Tacoma pulled in front of the Honda as it was leaving a shopping center.

Following this terrible accident, the female passenger in the Honda Accord suffered severe injuries to her head and neck and was transported to a local hospital for further treatment. The names and ages of the individuals involved in this collision were not immediately available.

Cause of the Fontana Car Accident

The accident on September 12th remains under investigation by police officials. However, based on the information provided by the Fontana Herald News, it appears the driver of the Toyota Tacoma may be at fault for the accident due to not yielding to oncoming traffic. Therefore, it is evident the driver and passenger of the Honda Accord had no way to prevent or avoid this devastating collision.

Fontana Car Accident Personal Injury Liability

If police officials come to a conclusion that the driver of the Toyota Tacoma is responsible for accident, the victims or their family members would be well-advised to contact an experienced and knowledgeable Fontana personal injury lawyer. A skilled attorney who has handled car accidents such as this one, can advise the victims of their legal rights and best course of action to recover the maximum compensation they are entitled to for medical care expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this horrible car accident.

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SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY - A 6-year-old Fontana girl died Monday night, about 10 hours after being critically injured in a traffic collision Monday morning in Fontana, the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department reported. The accident was reported at the intersection of Alder Avenue and Miller Avenue at 7:28 a.m. on March 28, 2011. The girl, Destiny Hernandez, was ejected from the vehicle she was riding in, the Press-Enterprise reported. News accounts of the incident provided very little details of the incident. It is unclear why the collision occurred, how many vehicles were involved, or who was at fault.

Fontana Car Accident Wrongful Death Liability

Hopefully, the investigation by Fontana Police will provide answers as to exactly what happened and why, and who was ultimately responsible. If negligence of another driver caused this crash, the at-fault party may be liable for the wrongful death of the young girl, in which case the family may be entitled to recover compensation for final medical care expenses, funeral and burial expenses, as well as non-economic damages for loss of love, comfort, affection and companionship. Following a tragic accident such as this one, where the cause is unclear, the parents of the young victim would be well-advised to consult a knowledgeable car accident lawyer who can review the accident report and advise them of their legal rights and options.

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A 15-year-old Fontana teenager suffered severe internal injures after being hit by a car on Monday, December 6th, the Fontana Herald News reported today. The accident was reported at 7:22 a.m. in the area of Duncan Canyon and Serrano, at 7:22 a.m., according to police. The teenager, who was not identified, was struck by a 1998 Chevrolet driven by a 66-year-old woman, who was not identified. The cause of the Fontana car vs. pedestrian accident remains under investigation; it was not clear who was at fault.

Fontana Pedestrian Accident Personal Injury Liability

In any car vs. pedestrian accident, police will look at numerous factors, including the speed of the vehicle, the location of the pedestrian in the road, and who had the right-of-way. If it is determined the driver of the car was responsible, the injured pedestrian may have legal rights to financial compensation for medical expenses and pain and suffering. In situations such as this one, it would absolutely be advisable for the parents of the injured teenager to speak to a California pedestrian accident attorney about the accident, fault and liability issues, and the victim's rights to compensation for injury-related expenses and pain and suffering.

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