A 44-year-old man was critically injured in a San Diego County motorcycle accident after his 1997 Honda 650L veered out of control and he was ejected. According to a news report in U-T San Diego, the crash occurred on Interstate 5 near Camp Pendleton in North County, the afternoon of January 30, 2012. Officials say the Mission Viejo man was riding southbound on the freeway when he turned his motorcycle to the right and veered across several lanes of traffic. He landed on top of an on-ramp after being ejected from his vehicle. The motorcyclist suffered serious injuries and has been listed in critical condition. Officials are still looking into what caused the motorcyclist to lose control. They do not believe alcohol or drugs were factors.

My thoughts and prayers are with the motorcyclist injured in this crash. I wish him the very best for a complete and speedy recovery.

San Diego Motorcycle Accident Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), 15 people were killed and 357 were injured due to motorcycle accidents in the unincorporated areas of San Diego County. Countywide, 39 fatalities and 989 injuries occurred involving motorcycle accidents, during the same year.

What Caused This Serious Injury Accident?

Based on this news report, it is not clear why the vehicle veered out of control. There are a number of questions, which I trust investigators are trying to answer here. Did the motorcyclist lose control because of an auto defect or mechanical malfunction? Did the motorcycle strike a pothole or try to avoid debris on the freeway? Were other vehicles involved? For example, was the motorcyclist run off the roadway by another driver? It will be important for authorities to look into these and other factors in order to determine precisely what occurred here and why.

Liability Issues

In such cases injured victims or their families would be well advised to preserve the vehicle that was involved in the crash, intact, so an expert can thoroughly examine it for defects and malfunctions. Victims would also be well advised to speak with an experienced San Diego personal injury lawyer, who will analyze all aspects of the incident and ensure that the negligent parties are held liable. The best personal injury law firms will always offer a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation to injured victims and their families.

One of the first things most people want to know after an Irvine motorcycle accident is, “How much is my claim worth?”  Of course, this is a natural question, but it is one that may be difficult to answer, especially at the very beginning of your case.  Here is why.

When you are injured in an Irvine motorcycle accident, you will incur several types of expenses.  First, your motorcycle will probably need repairs, and an estimate must be gathered from a qualified repair shop, including parts, labor, and perhaps paint and body work.  Next, you will probably have some form of medical bills.  It is a well-known reality that when a car and a motorcycle collide, the motorcycle tends to fare worse in the collision.  It is unusual to see a motorcycle rider walk away from an impact with absolutely no medical bills.  A third type of payment which may need to be collected is lost time from work due to injuries and trauma.  With all of these figures to be collected, it may take a little time for an Irvine motorcycle accident attorney to come up with a firm figure for damages.  After all, the last thing you want to do is underestimate how much your medical bills will be, or how much time off from work you will need.

The next figure which must be calculated in your pain and suffering.  This is where a good Irvine motorcycle accident lawyer begins to earn his or her fee.  The calculation of “abstract” costs such as pain and suffering or punitive damages is a very difficult task and requires skill and experience.  For example, if the at-fault driver was criminally negligent or purposely hit the motorcycle rider, a personal injury attorney will approach the subject of damages quite differently than if the driver had mitigating circumstances, such as failed brakes.  It takes a professional personal injury lawyer to understand all the nuances of calculating damages in these various cases.

Finally, your Irvine motorcycle accident attorney will discuss with you a figure which is “ballpark.”  This means that the attorney has considered the facts and come up with a range of figures within which he or she feels settlement will probably fall.  These figures are not “set in stone,” but represent the attorney’s best guess as to what the defendants and their insurers will offer.

One other factor that affects the amount you will collect in your Irvine motorcycle accident claim is the circumstances of the accident and who was “at fault.”  Your attorney will need all the facts about the accident to advise you well on how much your claim is truly worth.  If you were engaging in negligent behavior at the time of the accident, such as drinking and riding, then it is likely that the settlement figures will be affected by these facts.  Going to trial is always a gamble, so in a case like this, your attorney would probably be right in advising you to settle, even for a slightly lower figure.  On the other hand, if the accident was completely the other person’s fault, then you can probably expect a higher settlement figure.  Most Irvine motorcycle accidents of this type never go to trial, as the insurers are well aware that juries could award plaintiffs in such a case a very large judgment.

Adalberto Ponce, 30, was severely injured in an Imperial County truck accident after his motorcycle struck the back of a big rig. According to a KXO Radio news report, the motorcycle accident occurred on Highway 86 near Borrego Salton Seaway, the morning of January 22, 2012. Officials say a tractor-trailer was accelerating after turning when the motorcycle struck it from behind. Ponce was thrown from the motorcycle and sustained major blunt force trauma. He was airlifted to a hospital from the scene of the crash. It is not clear if the truck driver, 44-year-old Victor Reyes, will be cited for the crash.

My thought and prayers are with Adalberto Ponce following this Imperial County accident. I wish him the very best for a complete and speedy recovery.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), two people were killed and 13 were injured in motorcycle accidents in the unincorporated areas of Imperial County. Countywide, there were two fatalities and 15 injuries reported involvingmotorcycle accidents, during the same year.

What Caused This Major Injury Accident?

Based on this news report, the truck was accelerating after turning from a complete stop. It will have to be determined if the motorcyclist had a reasonable amount of time to avoid the collision and if the truck driver failed to yield the right-of-way. I trust investigators are trying to determine why the collision occurred and if the truck driver was responsible for the crash by making a turn in front of the motorcycle rider, instead of waiting for oncoming traffic to pass before turning.

According to California Vehicle Code Section 21800 (a): "The driver of a vehicle approaching an intersection shall yield the right-of-way to any vehicle which has entered the intersection from a different highway."

Liability Issues

In this case, if it is determined that the truck driver should have yielded the right of way before turning, then, he as well as his employer can be held liable for the injuries and damages caused. Injured victims can seek compensation to cover medical expenses, loss of wages, cost of hospitalization, rehabilitation and other related damages. Motorcycle accident victims would be well advised to contact an experienced California personal injury lawyer, who will analyze all aspects of the incident and ensure that the negligent parties are held liable.

Motorcycle accident lawyers in Anaheim know that riders are in serious trouble. Motorcyclists are 35 times more likely to be involved in a fatal crash than the drivers of automobiles, according to the Highway Transportation Safety Administration. The reasons for this may seem obvious: motorcyclists have far less protection from the effects of a crash than those in a car., and are far more likely to be hurt or killed if they suffer a collision. However, this is not the whole story.

In two-thirds of the cases in which a motorcycle collides with a car, it is the driver of the car, not the driver of the motorcycle, who is at fault. This data comes from the Hurt Report, published in 1981 at the request of Congress. The Hurt Report focused on motorcycle riders in the Los Angeles area, but its findings have been used to support studies and changes in laws throughout the nation.

Hurt Report Exposes Lack of Attention to Motorcyclists

According to the Hurt Report, in two out of every three motorcycle accidents, the motorcyclist was not at fault and did not cause the accident. In these situations, the motorcycle rider may have a claim against the driver of another vehicle for injuries caused during the crash.

Furthermore, in one-third of accidents involving only the motorcycle, known as “single-vehicle” crashes, the motorcycle rider is not at fault, but is rather injured due to factors outside his or her control—hazardous road conditions, for example. In these cases, a motorcycle rider may have a claim against the person or entity which caused the hazardous road conditions.

The Hurt Report laid the foundation for further study, and a recent report called MAIDS (Motorcycle Accidents in Depth Study) supported the Hurt findings. MAIDS found that in 69 percent of crashes involving a motorcycle and another vehicle, the other vehicle made no avoidance maneuvers, suggesting that the driver of the car did not see the motorcycle. The lack of attention paid to motorcycles by car drivers has long been considered a significant factor in motorcycle crashes.

Motorcyclists often suffer severe head or neck injuries as the result of collisions. While helmets reduce the chance of a fatal head injury, no helmet can completely protect a rider if he or she collides with a car and is ejected from the motorcycle. Other common types of motorcycle injuries include abrasions and broken bones.

The irony of motorcycle accidents is that, while few motorcyclists are actually at fault, they often suffer the most grievous injuries, while the driver of the car is unscathed. If the driver of a car is at fault and causes severe injury to a motorcyclist, it is only right that the car’s driver should pay damages to compensate the motorcyclist or the family of a deceased victim.

Anaheim Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

If you have been the victim of a motorcycle accident, you need the professional experience of one of the best Anaheim motorcycle accident attorneys to handle your case. Do not wait to talk to an expert personal injury attorney; time is short to file a claim and recover damages for your motorcycle accident.

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Mistakenly thought of as an act of nature, or a freak accident, many motorcycle accidents in California seem to be preventable. In 2008 5,290 people died in motorcycle accidents across the country--the highest number ever recorded. In fact, The number of motorcycle accidents and fatalities has increased every year for the last decade.

Last year, 14 percent of all traffic accident deaths involved motorcycles. There were 114,000 serious motorcycle accidents last year that involved injuries or property damage. One out of three motorcycle accidents involves a rider who is driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Thirty-five percent of fatal motorcycle accidents involve a speeding motorcycle rider.

This shows how many of the accidents involve an irresponsible or impaired driver. Drinking and driving cost tens of thousands of lives each year and are completely preventable, and now distracted driving has taken an even bigger toll. Many passenger vehicles have collided with harder to see motorcycles due to talking or texting on their mobile device in recent years.

If you were involved in a California motorcycle accident and were seriously injured, you can receive compensation as well as help improve motorcycle and vehicle safety laws for future drivers on the road.

At Bisnar | Chase, we are experienced California motorcycle accident lawyers with 6,000 happy clients and over 30 years of experience. We offer a no-fee guarantee and a free consultation because we are confident we offer the most skilled and compassionate service to those injured, so call us today.

Being involved in a motorcycle accident can be extremely emotional and stressful. One minute you’re driving down the highway feeling the wind in your hair, and the next you could be lying on the ground injured or in pain. This sudden shift in emotions and experiences can cause many motorcycle riders to make some critical mistakes after their accident.

Making a mistake after your motorcycle accident won’t cause any personal damage. However, it could present some problems should you wish to receive compensation for your pain and suffering, and medical expenses. The following are some common mistakes you should try to avoid after you have been involved in a motorcycle accident.

Don't Admit Fault to Anyone

That’s not to say that you shouldn’t say anything at all to the other driver, but it’s best to try to say as little as possible to the other driver. Anything that you say can be used in court, or reported back to the insurance companies. This can complicate a case, especially if you say you have no injuries or that you "feel fine."

Don't Sign Any Documents from an Insurance Company Until You Consult with An Attorney

Insurance companies can move quickly when it comes to trying to settle or close an accident case. They may present you with documents and other papers to sign. Do not sign any documents or legal papers without consulting an attorney first. Insurance companies are out for their bottom dollar, and the compensation they are offering you might not be what you deserve or need to cover all medical expenses.

Not Seeking Medical Attention Could Harm You and Your Case

Motorcycle accidents tend to happen at the worst possible time. Many people are quick to brush aside seeking medical attention because they have places to go, and people to see, but it could be a mistake. It is important to document any injuries or possible injuries as soon as possible to avoid complications with your injury case. Seek medical attention even if you don’t believe there are any injuries, and make sure you report any pain or indication of an injury as soon as you notice them.

If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident consider seeking the counsel of a qualified California motorcycle accident attorney. A skilled and qualified accident attorney can help you receive compensation for pain and suffering, damages, and medical expenses. The best motorcycle accident law firms will offer a free consultation to help assess your case.

A 24-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman were injured in a Los Angeles car accident, after a suspected drunk driver struck their motorcycle. According to a report in The Whittier Daily News, the DUI collision occurred on Telegraph Road at Victoria Avenue in the unincorporated county area of South Whittier, the night of December 21, 2011. Officials say the driver involved in the crash was an underage drunk driver. The man and woman were hospitalized with unknown injuries. The motorist, Pedro Saucedo, 18, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.

My thoughts and prayers are with the injured victims of this motorcycle accident. I wish them the very best for a complete and speedy recovery.

Los Angeles DUI Collisions

According to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), 35 people were killed and 596 were injured due to DUI collisions in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County. Throughout Los Angeles County, 204 fatalities and 4,672 injuries occurred as a result of alcohol-related crashes, during the same year.

California DUI Laws

Based on this news report, the 18-year-old driver was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crash. Under California Vehicle Code Section 23152, drivers 21 years of age and older may not drive a car with a blood-alcohol concentration of .08 percent or higher. Drivers under the age of 21 face even greater restrictions regarding alcohol. According to California Vehicle Code 23136: "It is unlawful for a person under the age of 21 years who has a blood-alcohol concentration of 0.01 percent or greater, as measured by a preliminary alcohol screening test or other chemical test, to drive a vehicle."

Liability Issues

Victims of drunk drivers would be well advised to consult with an experienced Los Angeles personal injury lawyer, who has a successful track record of financially pursuing drunk drivers on behalf of injured victims and their families. In such cases, victims can seek compensation from the at-fault motorist for damages including medical expenses, loss of wages, hospitalization, rehabilitation, pain and suffering, and emotional distress. For more information about the dangers of driving under the influence, please visit the Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) web site at www.madd.org.

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Police are searching for a driver who fled the scene of a San Diego car accident that proved fatal for 40-year-old Shawn Kinzer. According to a 10News report, the motorcycle accident occurred the night of November 10, 2011 on the Interstate 8 in El Cajon. California Highway Patrol officials say Kinzer was riding his Honda CBR 600 in the eastbound lanes of the freeway, near Mollison Avenue, when he collided with a car.

The motorist involved in the accident did not remain at the scene. Kinzer was transported to an area hospital where he died. Officials have described the hit-and-run vehicle as a light-colored 1997 to 2001 model Buick Park Avenue. The vehicle will likely have minor to moderate damage on the left side including to its left side mirror, doors, and possibly the left front. Anyone with information is asked to contact CHP investigators at 619-401-2000.

My heartfelt sympathies go out to everyone who knew and loved Shawn Kinzer, who was killed in this hit-and-run car accident. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

Motorcycle Accident in San Diego

According to CHP's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), El Cajon motorcycle accidents caused the death of one person and injured 35 people. In San Diego County as a whole, 39 people died and 989 were injured as a result of motorcycle accidents, during the same year.

Leaving the Scene of a Crash

Based on this news report, it appears that the driver of the other vehicle struck the motorcyclist and then left the scene without even stopping to help the critically injured man. Appalling! California Vehicle Code Section 20001 (a) states: "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." Motorists are also required to exchange information with other parties and most importantly, obtain help for the injured victim. This driver did not do any of the above, but simply left leaving the victim on the roadway.

Holding Wrongdoers Accountable

I trust officials are soon able to apprehend this driver and bring him or her to justice. If you have any information about this incident, please visit our dedicated hit-and-run web site at www.hitandrunreward.com to offer an anonymous tip and become eligible for a $1,000 reward.

Families of hit-and-run victims would be well advised to contact an experienced San Diego personal injury lawyer, who will stay abreast of the official investigation and ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected. A knowledgeable car accident lawyer will also inform victims' families about how their own car insurance policy applies to a hit-and-run crash, or, in a case where the at-fault motorist is uninsured or underinsured.

Richard Arnold Crosse, 56, of Valley Springs, was killed in a Calaveras County car accident after a Jeep Cherokee crossed the double yellow lines and struck his 2001 Harley-Davidson. According to a news report in The Calaveras Enterprise, the fatal motorcycle accident occurred on Highway 26 west of Hogan Dam Road in Valley Springs, the afternoon of November 1, 2011.

Officials say Becky Lee Foster, 47, the driver of the Jeep, took her eyes of the roadway to look at the speedometer and lost control of her vehicle. The Jeep veered into oncoming traffic and collided with the Harley Davidson. Crosse was fatally injured in the crash and his passenger, 83-year-old Adelle Cross, was severely injured. Foster sustained relatively minor injuries. It is unclear if she will be cited for the collision.

My deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Richard Arnold Crosse for their terrible loss. My thoughts and prayers are also with Adelle Cross. I wish her the best for a complete and speedy recovery.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), one person was killed and 34 were injured as a result of motorcycle accidents in Calaveras County. Also during the same year, nine people died and 231 were injured due to car accidents, countywide.

What Caused This Car Crash?

Based on this news report, it appears that the driver of the Jeep lost control of her vehicle because she took her eye off the roadway and was distracted by something else in her vehicle. Distracted driving comes in many forms and this tragic incident is an example of that. Talking on a cell phone, texting, applying makeup, eating, changing CDs, fiddling with the GPS or temperature controls – all of the above amount to distracted driving. Remember, distracted driving is negligent driving.

Liability Issues

If the driver in this case is determined to have been at fault, she can be held for Crosse's wrongful death. In such cases where negligence may be involved, families of deceased car accident victims can seek compensation for medical expenses, funeral costs, lost future income and benefits, and loss of love and companionship. Families would be well advised to contact an experienced California personal injury lawyer, who will analyze all aspects of the incident and ensure that the negligent parties are held liable.