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Elderly Couple Subjects of Fatal Auto Accident

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Thu, 17 May 2012 15:00:00 GMT

In the state of New York, news sources say that an elderly couple was involved in a major car accident. The pair, residents of Manhattan, passed away after their vehicle became stuck in a wooded area near a vacation home that they owned in Catskills. It is reported that the woman tried to make nine cell phone calls for help and after getting no response due to poor reception, she decided to seek help on foot. On May 3^rd, the 88-year-old A.M. crashed the car which traveled down an embankment about 60 feet from their vacation home.

A.M. tried to exit the vehicle, but became trapped between he tilted car and the ground. He died from asphyxiation. His wife, 89-year-old M.M., tried to walk to her neighbor's house to get help. However, she died from exposure after she spent a rainy night under a tarp on the neighbor's patio. M.M. allegedly walked a quarter mile with her cane only to find that her neighbors were not there. Family and friends of the couple say that the loss is very unfortunate. Were you involved in a serious car accident in L.A.? Contact the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus now to get immediate help from a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer who can inform you of your options.

Crew Dispatched to Clean Up Tractor Trailer Accident

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Sat, 12 May 2012 20:25:00 GMT

Reports reveal that last Sunday night a tractor trailer lost control and struck a center divider. The truck broke off several chunks of concrete that not only affected the traffic behind it, but shut down the roadway for nine hours following the crash. The large rig was heading southbound on a California highway when the driver lost control. Luckily, neither the driver nor any other motorists were injured during the truck accident. However, at least one vehicle is known to have been struck by the falling debris.

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) asked for assistance from a hazardous material team to help clean up the wreckage. Since the truck was carrying a high volume of volatile chemicals, police were initially concerned about the contents. However, police later reported that chemicals did not leak from the vehicle. Following the crash, both directions of the highway were shut down and were not reopened until 6:30 the next morning. Have you recently been injured in a truck accident? If so, you should have your case reviewed by a knowledgeable Los Angeles personal injury lawyer from our team. Take the time to contact the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus now to set up a time to meet with our litigators.

Family Alerted of Serious Auto Accident

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Fri, 11 May 2012 15:00:00 GMT

The family of the two victims of a single-car accident in Lovelock was finally notified by police. News sources say that one of the victims was killed while the other remains in intensive care. When officers arrived at the scene of the car accident last week, the vehicle was badly damaged. According to several witnesses, the driver, 73-year-old V.P.K., appeared to be operating somewhat erratically on an eastbound freeway. He kept moving between two lanes when his vehicle struck a metal mile marker post. The victim overcorrected, a move which sent his vehicle flying across several lanes of traffic. It then went off the highway and rolled over numerous times before coming to a stop.

The driver's wife, R.N.K., 66, was pronounced dead at the scene as she was riding in the front seat. As for the driver, he is reported to have sustained life-threatening injuries which prompted an airlift to a nearby hospital. It is uncertain whether he will survive his wounds. Car accidents can lead to debilitating injuries and substantial costs for those involved. If you were hurt during an auto accident and want to better understand your legal rights, contact the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus now to arrange a case evaluation with an experienced Los Angeles personal injury attorney from our team.

Race Between Yachts Ends in Tragedy

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Fri, 11 May 2012 02:00:00 GMT

A race between two yachts ended in tragedy last week and news sources say that the Coast Guard is still searching for one more victim who is now presumed to be dead at sea. Reports indicate that the yacht was being manned by four sailors who were participating in a race from California to Mexico. According to the Newport Sailing Association, the vessel, a 37-foot Aegean, disappeared from its online tracking system. This prompted a phone call to the Coast Guard which sent out a helicopter to search for the missing vessel. The boat is believed to have struck a larger boat, causing the four sailors to be thrown into the waters.

Three sailors were discovered dead near the boat accident. This is the third of such boating accidents to take place off the coast of California recently. At least five fatalities have been reported from those accidents, four of which cannot be confirmed until the bodies have been located by authorities. Were you injured while on a boat? Was negligence involved? If so, contact the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus now to have your case reviewed by a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer that will aggressively seek compensation for the pain and suffering you have endured.

Two Trains Collide Head-On in Amsterdam

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Sat, 05 May 2012 20:10:00 GMT

Although they are not common, train accidents can and do happen. One such accident in the Netherlands took the life of a passenger and injured over a dozen other riders. According to the local authorities, two trains collided with each other head-on last week near Amsterdam. At this time, the authorities are not commenting about the accident, only stating that the black box recorders from both trains will be analyzed in the upcoming weeks.

One of the victims finally succumbed to her massive internal injuries. Following her death, the mayor of Amsterdam gave his condolences to the family of the 68-year-old victim. At least 16 people were still hospitalized days after the train accident took place. It is uncertain whether the incident should be blamed on human error or mechanical failure at this point. Two separate investigations are being conducted to determine the cause. However, it has been reported that the trains were traveling on a stretch of track that is not known for high-speed trains. Train accidents can be deadly and lead to substantial injuries for those involved. If you suffered injuries or emotional trauma due to an accident of this nature in California, contact the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus today to learn what options you have by consulting a Los Angeles personal injury attorney from our team.

Dedicated Cyclist Killed after Falling from Bike

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Fri, 04 May 2012 16:30:00 GMT

A dedicated cyclist lost his life last week in a freak bicycle accident. Sources say that the elderly man did not notice some debris in the road until it was too late which led to him falling from his bike. He sustained serious injuries that led to his death shortly after the accident took place in Redondo Beach, California. The initial police report shows that the victim, 68-year-old L.S., was wearing a helmet when he fell. However, the impact of his landing was severe enough to cause fatal neck and head injuries. His wife and several friends were riding with him and came to his aid almost immediately. It was they who told police about the debris on the ground, which police think may have been some brackets used to secure down tenting.

Paramedics arrived at the scene shortly after and transported the victim to a medical center in Los Angeles. However, he succumbed to his injuries shortly after being treated there. Were you hurt during a bicycle accident? Was it caused by third party recklessness? If so, contact the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus now to have your case reviewed by a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer that can help you take appropriate legal measures, such as filing a claim to seek compensation.

Eight Injured during Roll-Over Accident in California

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Fri, 04 May 2012 03:00:00 GMT

Police are still investigating a roll-over auto accident that injured eight people last week in Santa Clarita, California. The single-car accident happened on a stretch of highway referred to as "Blood Alley" due to the high number of fatal accidents that have taken place there. According to the police report, the eight people were traveling in a SUV on a local highway when the driver lost control of the vehicle. At this time, it is uncertain exactly what caused the accident and who is to blame, if anyone. Three of the passengers were thrown from the vehicle as it rolled over and were transported by medical helicopter to area hospitals. The remaining five people were treated for minor injuries and released later that same day.

The road was a two lane highway several years ago until the Department of Transportation took notice of the high accident rate. It has since been upgraded to a divided highway, but serious car accidents do still take place. If you sustained injuries during a roadway collision in L.A. and you believe someone's negligence played a role, contact the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus now to get helpful legal advice from a Los Angeles personal injury attorney from our team.

Woman May Get Jail Time for Leaving Accident Scene

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 18:48:00 GMT

Although a woman did not cause an accident, she will be forced to serve additional jail time as a result of getting behind the wheel without being properly licensed and leaving the scene of the collision. The car accident led to tragedy as one of her passengers was thrown from her vehicle and died at the scene. Eyewitness reports state that a tractor trailer lost control on the highway and sideswiped the vehicle driven by L.A.A. Her car was forced into a spin, sending it into a guardrail and then directly into the path of another tractor trailer truck.

To make matters worse, L.A.A. then fled the scene of the accident, leaving her passenger to die alone. Police were able to locate L.A.A. three hours later and detained her on multiple charges, including leaving the scene of an accident, failure to stop and render aid, driving without a proper license and being involved in an accident leading to death. If you have been involved in a major car accident that caused you injuries, property damage and/or trauma, contact the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus to speak with a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer learn what legal options you have as a roadway collision victim in the state of California.

Five Men Believed to be Dead after Boating Accident

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:10:00 GMT

Five men are believed to have died in a boat accident off the coast of San Francisco, California last week. The men were participating in a yacht race when the weather conditions caused the boat to crash. While the body of one man has already been discovered, rescuers were forced to stop their search for the remaining four sailors. The waves were battering the rescue boat to such a degree that the effort was postponed. As a result, the remaining four victims are presumed to be dead. The boat was one of 50 vessels that were racing around South Farallon Island when it was swept out of control and onto several rocks. It floundered there, but in the process four men were thrown from the yacht. Three more men were later thrown from the boat but were all rescued and sustained minor injuries.

An emergency transmission alerted the California Air National Guard and the Coast Guard of the accident. Although they rushed to the scene, weather conditions prevented a full-out rescue attempt. If you suffered injuries during a boat accident in the state of California, know that you may be able to seek compensation if the collision involved negligence. To learn about your possible legal options, contact the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus today and arrange a time to speak with a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer from our team.

Two Marines Killed during Training Exercise

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 03:35:00 GMT

The crash of a hybrid aircraft took the lives of two Marines and injured two more in Morocco earlier this month. While the crash is still under investigation by U.S. and Moroccan authorities, neither country is releasing details about the circumstances of the incident. According to a spokesman for the U.S. Embassy in Morocco, a joint training effort was taking place in which a new aircraft was tested. The MV-22 Osprey is a novel craft that flies like an airplane but takes off and lands like a helicopter. A source close to the military reported that the aircraft took off from an amphibious assault ship but experienced problems mid-flight.

At this time, the Marines are not releasing the identities of the victims. It is known that the 14th Marines and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit were participating in the training exercise. The identities of the wounded and killed are being kept confidential until the next of kin have been notified, say news sources. If you suffered serious injuries and you know that another person's negligence played a role in your being hurt, take the time to contact the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus so you can have your case evaluated by a knowledgeable Los Angeles personal injury lawyer.

Military Training Exercise Injures Seven

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 23:10:00 GMT

A training exercise near Yuma, Arizona led to the injury of seven people last week. The crash is still under investigation by multiple authorities including the military and the Yuma County Sheriff's Office. A spokesman for the Naval Air Facility reported that seven people were transported to area hospitals with minor to serious injuries. None are believed to have sustained life-threatening injuries. The victims were aboard a British Chinook helicopter when it started to experience mechanical problems. At this time, it is uncertain exactly how many people were on board, their nationalities or the damage sustained by the helicopter.

The helicopter flew from a naval base in Imperial County that hosts pilots from allied countries for training. The area was chosen for conditions replicating those in Afghanistan; the California-Arizona border features craggy mountains and dusty, hot weather conditions that are ideal for training. Just a few months earlier, seven Marines lost their lives in a similar helicopter crash. There is no word yet whether or not the victims have decided to pursue personal injury lawsuits for their pain and suffering. If you were hurt as a result of another person's negligence, contact the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus today to arrange a case evaluation with a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer from our office. You may have the right to seek monetary damages for your injuries which is why speaking with a lawyer may be beneficial.

Family Sues for Son's Amputation

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 02:35:00 GMT

Last year a 9-year-old boy was involved in an accident that left him with just one leg. His family has since decided to file a personal injury lawsuit against the man responsible for the incident as well as his employer. The victim, L.A., was riding his skateboard on the sidewalk near his house when he went to cross the street. At that same moment a garbage truck was conducting a three-point turn and struck the young boy. The impact was severe enough to cause injuries requiring the amputation of L.A.'s left leg. It took over 100 days for the young victim to recover at a children's hospital before he was allowed to return home with his parents.

As a result of the serious injury, his family has decided to sue the city of San Diego and the truck driver. They want to be compensated not only for the cost of his medical bills but for their income that was lost while taking care of him for the first few months following the incident. If you sustained serious injuries due to the negligence and/or recklessness of another person, take the time to speak with a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer by contacting the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus. As a victim, you may be entitled to compensation and an attorney can explain your rights to you.

Dog Bite from Police Canine Leads to Lawsuit

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 03:30:00 GMT

New sources say that the family of an elderly man is suing their local police department for his death. The family claims that he died as a result of being bitten by a police dog that was allowed to go on his property without his permission. The victim, 89-year-old J.P., was bitten by a police canine last May. Law enforcement reports show that the officers had allowed the dog to go into the victim's yard because they were searching for a robbery suspect. Even though the suspect did not match the physical appearance of the victim, police claimed that it was necessary for them to use the dog to locate the robber.

When the dog saw the elderly man, it started to viciously attack his left leg, pulling him down onto the ground and dragging him several feet. The lawsuit goes on to state that as a result of the dog bite, the elderly man developed gangrene and was forced to have his leg amputated. Just two months later, he passed away from his wounds and infections. If you were bit by a dog and are wondering who is responsible for your injuries, contact the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus today to learn what options you have by speaking with an experienced Los Angeles personal injury lawyer.

Teenagers in Accident Believed to be Under the Influence

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 18:53:00 GMT

Three teenagers are lucky to be alive after their vehicle completely rolled over last week in Santee, California. Two of their classmates were killed in the accident that is being blamed on inexperienced driving and possibly marijuana. The five students were returning from a party at the beach when the driver lost control of the vehicle. Two of the students, an 18-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl, were declared dead at the scene of the car accident. The driver, an 18-year-old male, sustained minor injuries while two of his passengers received serious to life-threatening injuries. He has since been taken into custody on charges of being under the influence of marijuana.

Upon completion of their investigation, however, the California Highway Patrol could press additional charges against the teenager as well. Police later learned that the driver was racing with another vehicle after leaving the party. The two cars are believed to have reached speeds over 100 MPH while the drivers were impaired. Were you involved in a collision with a drunk driver? As a victim of a drunk driving accident, you may be allowed to file a lawsuit to seek damages. To learn more about this legal possibility, contact the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus today to set up a time to meet with a Los Angeles personal injury attorney.

Professional Bicyclist Hit by Car While Training

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 15:30:00 GMT

News sources report that a professional bicycle rider was seriously injured in a car accident last week. His injuries are serious enough to stall his professional career for weeks, if not months. Levi Leipheimer, who rides with the Omega Pharma-Quickstep team, was sideswiped by a car while on a training ride. Despite breaking his leg, he has expressed his relief that he was not killed in the accident. According to eyewitness testimony, the accident appeared quite serious in nature despite the biker just sustaining a broken leg.

The Montana native has been told that he will need at least two weeks to recover from the accident, although his recovery could take longer depending on how quickly his body heals. Leipheimer hopes that he will be well enough to participate in the Tour of California with his teammates. He has ridden with several professional athletes such as Alberto Contador and Lance Armstrong. Injured in a bicycle accident? Contact the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus today to have your case reviewed by an experienced Los Angeles personal injury attorney from our team who can advise you of your options.