Recent Blog Posts in September 2011

While news stories often feature drunk drivers, they do not highlight another dangerous segment of traffic: drunk motorcycle operators. Although motorcycles are smaller and may appear less dangerous, one man could face serious charges after injuring several pedestrians last week with his motorcycle.

Officers with one sheriff's department were called to the scene of a motorcycle accident in which the driver, a 42-year-old man, ran into a group of people walking on a local street. Of the three - a mother, her son and a teenage female friend - just the 18-year-old girl was seriously injured. Both she and the motorcycle rider were flown to a nearby hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

Neither the rider nor his passenger, who did not receive any serious injuries, was wearing helmets at the time of the crash.

When someone you love has been badly hurt in a motorcycle accident, you will want to help them as much as possible.  One way to seek help is by hiring a personal injury lawyer who can protect your loved one's legal rights.

Simple negligence may be to blame for a car accident that killed a man last week in North Carolina.

Police reports show that the 46-year-old driver of a pickup truck drove into the back of a cement mixer at an estimated speed of 55 mph. This was after it clipped another vehicle on the roadway. Several eyewitnesses stated that the car was weaving across the road. Despite being flown to a medical facility for treatment, the man lost his life later that night.

Luckily, nobody else was injured in the car accident. At this time, the crash is still under investigation and no charges have been filed.

When you are involved in a car accident that is not your fault, you may be wondering when someone will offer to take care of your medical bills. Rather than wait around, take charge by working with a personal injury lawyer in your city.

A young man out for an afternoon bike ride became the victim of a bicycle accident last week in the state Florida.

According to the police department in charge of the case, the 21-year-old man was traveling westbound when he was struck by a vehicle not too far from the campus of one Florida University. Following the accident, he was quickly transported to a local hospital where he is expected to make a full recovery.

Officers say that the young man is not a student of the University where the accident occurred, but he does attend college in the state of Florida.

When you are injured in a bicycle accident, you may not know where to turn first.  One of the best things you can do to protect yourself from further harm is to obtain the advice and representation of a personal injury attorney in your city of residence who can advise you of your legal options as a bicycle accident victim.

Police officers and emergency medical workers were kept busy for several hours after three cars collided on a freeway last Sunday night.

Police reports have yet to reveal all the details of the accident, which is known to have taken place around 9:30 p.m. in the eastbound lanes of the roadway. While officers investigated the scene of the car accident, all of the eastbound lanes were closed to the public. Officers say that three victims were transported to area hospitals, two of which are said to be in critical condition.

At this time, police are still looking into the collision and are not sure what may have caused the accident.  They plan to continue their investigations.

If you have been injured during a car accident, one of the best things you can do is take the time to discuss your case with a personal injury lawyer, this is especially true when you have reason to believe that another driver's negligence attributed to your injuries as you may be allowed to seek compensation.

One carnival came to a sad end when a man lost his life in North Carolina.

According to the state's Labor Department, the man was part of a crew disassembling a ferris wheel at the carnival. After investigating the scene of the incident, the North Carolina Labor Department found 12 ways in which the company that ran the ferris wheel had violated state code. Although the company's headquarters is in Georgia, the state of North Carolina will be holding the company responsible for the man's death.

As a result of the incident, the company received fines totaling $27,000. It has 15 days to contest the citations, or work out a plan to make the full payment.

Have you recently been injured on the job? If so, you may be wondering whether you are eligible for workers' compensation.  The best way to get your questions answered is by taking the time to consult with a personal injury lawyer.

Always known for her southern grace, an Oscar-winning actress has decided not to press charges against the elderly woman who struck her while she was jogging last week.

The actress was out for a run in her neighborhood when the 84-year-old woman came out of nowhere and hit the actress. Luckily, the woman was driving at a slow speed, causing minor injuries that were treated at a nearby hospital. However, the woman will be penalized under the state's driving laws and is likely to receive a point on her license. In addition, she will have to pay a fine for the moving violation, even though the actress did not press charges.

A car accident can happen to anyone, anywhere, at any time. When it happens to you, there is no time to waste in hiring a personal injury lawyer who will remain committing to protecting your rights throughout the legal process.

Three firefighters on the way to a training session were seriously injured when the fire engine they were riding in crashed.

The cause of the crash has yet to be determined, but it is still under investigation by a local police department. While the damage to the truck itself was massive, estimated to need repairs in excess of $500,000, none of the firefighters were killed in the serious truck accident.

When officers arrived on the scene of the accident, the fire truck was on its top, the three firefighters stuck inside. The driver was found to have sustained serious injuries that require hospitalization, while his two co-workers were lucky to escape with minor injuries. All three men were wearing seat belts at the time, which is likely to be the reason why they are still alive today.

If you have been injured in a truck accident, now is the right time to seek the help, guidance and representation of a personal injury lawyer near you.

After celebrating his win at a music award ceremony, a young pop star was disappointed when he became involved in a minor car accident.

The 17-year-old teen sensation was driving his black vehicle when another automobile into his car. Luckily, nobody was injured in the accident, but both vehicles sustained considerable damage. Unluckily for the pop star, the entire event was captured on tape by paparazzi that are constantly following him.

When officers arrived on the scene, they quickly became frustrated by the swarms of paparazzi that were interfering with their investigation of albeit the minor car accident. Although her identity has not been confirmed, there was a female passenger in the car at the time of the crash. She is believed to be the pop star's personal assistant and she did not sustain any injuries.

Whether you were driving or a passenger in a car accident, any injuries you sustain could warrant serious medical attention and legal action, which is why you should take the time to consult with a personal injury lawyer.

Tragedy struck a construction site in a gorge last week when a worker became pinned under a crane.

According to the local fire chief, the man was operating the 35-ton crane when it tipped over. The man became trapped underneath around 2:30 p.m. Although he was conscious and talking to his fellow co-workers and rescue teams on the scene, he died several hours later due to massive internal injuries. At this time, his name will not be released until his next of kin has been notified.

As with any construction accident, an official from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration will be dispatched to the scene of the incident. This person will determine whether the construction site is safe to remain in operation, or should be shut down temporarily to inspect possibly dangerous conditions.

If you have recently been injured in a construction accident, you are not alone. To get legal help and assistance, take the time to consult with a personal injury lawyer near you immediately.

Law enforcement officials were working overtime last week when a four-car accident shut down traffic on one highway.

Several 911 calls were placed last week when drivers witnessed a man hit another vehicle head on. He then struck another vehicle, which caused a fourth vehicle to become involved. When officers spoke with the other drivers after the car accident, they learned that he was attempting to pass one vehicle on the small road and wound up crashing into a vehicle in the opposing lane of traffic.

Although emergency medical teams arrived quickly, they were unable to save the driver of the vehicle that caused the accident. Initial reports show that he was not wearing his seat belt, which was later confirmed by his passenger. Luckily, the passenger and the other drivers sustained minor injuries.

If you have recently been injured in a car accident, there is no time to waste in speaking with a personal injury lawyer as you will want to understand your rights and options as an accident victim.