San Diego Car Accident Lawyer Blog

55-year-old Louisa Valdovinos was killed in a tragic two-vehicle wreck that occurred on January 29, 2012, around 4:04 a.m. on Winchester Road. According to Riverside County coroner, the victim was killed when her Toyota was struck head-on by a Pontiac Grand Am that crossed from the opposing lane in front of her.

Louisa Valdovinos was pronounced dead at the accident scene. This multiple vehicle wreck left two other victims in critical condition.

From the present facts, it is clear that the Pontiac driver’s negligence contributed to this fatal crash. He may be legally required to compensate the victim’s family for the cost of treatment, and other related damages.

At this time, the victim’s family members should immediately seek counsel from an experienced Riverside County car accident lawyer who would educate them about their legal rights.

The victim’s family members may file a wrongful death claim against the at-fault motorist to obtain compensation to cover funeral and burial costs, loss of love, care and companionship, and other accident-related damages.

Our law office sends sincere condolences to the victim’s family members.

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38-year-old Richard Sanchez was killed in a two-vehicle collision that occurred on August 26, 2011, around 2:30 p.m. on Gilman Springs Road east of Moreno Valley. According to Riverside County Coroner's Office, the vehicle that Sanchez was driving collided head-on with a pickup truck.

Sanchez suffered life-threatening injuries and was pronounced dead at the accident scene around 3:10 p.m. Based on the limited information provided in news accounts of this car accident, the cause is not clear.

Sanchez’ family members should immediately seek counsel from an experienced Riverside County car crash lawyer who would educate them about their legal rights and options. The deceased’s family members can file a wrongful death claim the at-fault party to obtain compensation to cover funeral and burial costs, loss of anticipated income, loss of love care and companionship, and other accident-related damages.

Our law office offers sincere condolences to all those who knew and loved Sanchez for such a heart rendering loss.

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A 17-year-old boy and a 49-year-old woman suffered serious injuries in a head-on car crash that occurred on July 30, 2011, around 2:15 p.m. on Grand Avenue just west of S. Bent Avenue in San Marcos. According to the California Highway Patrol Officers, the teenager was driving a silver Pontiac Solstice convertible on state Route 78 (SR-78) when he veered off freeway, went through a chain link fence, and crashed head-on into the woman driving an Acura TL on Grand Avenue.

According to San Marcos Fire Capt. Jason O'Brien, both the injured drivers had to extricated from their vehicles and were immediately transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. A witness told investigating officers that the Pontiac Solstice driver was speeding when this two-vehicles collided.

If he is determined to have caused this accident because of his reckless driving, the boy could be held liable for the injuries caused to the woman. The victim would be well-advised to consult with an experienced North San Diego County head-on crash lawyer who will advise her of her legal rights and options. In such cases, accident victims could seek compensation to cover medical expenses, lost wages, cost of hospitalization, and other related-damages.

Our law office sincerely hopes and prays that the injuries suffered by the Acura driver do not prove fatal.

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51-year-old Phoenix resident Daniel John DiRusso was killed in a San Bernardino County head-on crash that occurred on June 20, 2011, around 4:10 p.m. along Highway 95 (I-95), about 15 miles south of Needles. According to the responding California Highway Patrol officers, DiRusso was driving his 2010 Nissan Versa southbound when he was hit by a 2004 GMC Envoy SUV driven by 26-year-old Michael Olsen of Fort Mohave, AZ.

According to California Highway Patrol Sgt. Steve Ahrens, Olsen moved into the path of DiRusso while trying to pass a big-rig he was following. Upon seeing the SUV enter his lane, DiRusso swerved to his right and onto the shoulder and was struck by Olsen head-on, who moved to the left. DiRusso was pronounced dead at the accident scene. Olsen suffered minor injuries in this crash and was immediately transported to Colorado River Medical Center for treatment.

Based on this news report, it is evident that the right-of-way was not respected. Olsen appears to have violated this traffic law and did not make a clear look ahead before entering the other lane. An investigation will reveal whether Olsen was speeding, under the influence of alcohol or distracted. Because of his negligent driving, Olsen may be held liable for DiRusso’s wrongful death.

DiRusso’s family members should seek counsel from an experienced San Bernardino County car accident lawyer to obtain compensation to cover funeral and burial costs, loss of anticipated earnings, loss of love, care and companionship, and other accident-related expenses.

Our law office offers sincere condolences to all those who knew and loved DiRusso for such a shocking loss.

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Three people in their early 30s were injured in a Palomar head-on car crash that occurred on June 11, 2011, around 3:10 p.m. at Lilac Road and Highway 76 (SR-76). According to Pala Fire Assistant Chief David Osuna, the collision involved two medium-sized sedans.

The injured victims were immediately transported to Palomar Medical Center for treatment.

The cause of the head-on accident is under investigation. It would be interesting for the investigating officers to determine whether any of the drivers were under the influence of alcohol or any other drug. Though the investigation is in process, the victims should consult with an experienced North San Diego County car accident lawyer who would assure that they obtain timely and fair compensation to cover cost of hospitalization, medical expenses, loss of wages, and other accident-related damages.

Our personal injury law office sincerely hopes that the injured victims recover to their complete health soon.

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35-year-old Marasho Kri Mazique,was killed in a fatal head-on car accident that occurred on May 8, 2011 around 2:09 a.m. in South Los Angeles. According to LA Police Sgt. Ronnie Cato, a motorist attempted to make a left turn when he struck Mazique’s vehicle head-on at Manchester Avenue and Figueroa Street.

Mazique was immediately transported to a nearby hospital for treatment, where he was later pronounced dead. A passenger in Mazique‘s car and the other motorist suffered serious injuries and were immediately transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.

From the available information, it appears that negligent driving of the other motorist lead to this fatal car accident. It cannot be ruled out that the other motorist made an unsafe turn. However, it appears that there has been a right-of-way violation. California law requires drivers to give the right-of-way to oncoming vehicles and to vehicles who have already entered the intersection from a different road. Was the motorist distracted and did not notice Mazique’s car? Was he speeding? Only a detailed investigation will yield answers for these questions.

Mazique’s family members should immediately seek counsel from a Los Angeles experienced car accident lawyer to obtain a fair compensation to cover for funeral and burial costs, loss of anticipated earnings, loss of love and companionship and other accident related expenses.

An auto accident attorney will analyze all the aspects of this accident and would ensure that the at-fault party is held liable for Mazique’s wrongful death.

Our law office offers sincere condolences to all those who knew and loved Mazique for their loss.

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A serious two-car head-on accident in Riverside County occurred on April 19, 2011, around 5:24 p.m at Reche Canyon Road and Arroyo Drive in Moreno Valley. According to the information available,, a gray Honda collided with a green Toyota Camry due to unknown reasons.

An ambulance was called to help respond to the serious injuries suffered by the victims.

From the present limited information, it is unclear what caused this major car accident and the extent of injuries is also not known. Since it was a two car accident, any of the drivers involved could have been responsible for causing the accident. It would be interesting for the investigating officers to determine whether any of the drivers was driving under the influence of alcohol or any other drug. Though the investigation is in process, the victims should consult an experienced Riverside County car accident attorney who would assure that they fully investigate the cause of the accident and possibly obtain timely and fair compensation to pay for the cost of hospitalization, medical costs, loss of wages, and other accident related damages.

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Two people died in a fatal head-on Downtown San Diego auto accident that occurred on April 16, 2011, around 1:25 a.m. on Interstate 5 near Downtown San Diego. According to the California Highway Patrol Officers, this fatal head on collision occurred between a red Nissan Altima and a Honda Civic Sedan as both of them were crossing each other at Route 163.
Cassaundra Olivarria, 23, the Nissan driver was immediately transported to UCSD Medical Center for treatment and was pronounced dead there around 3:35 a.m., whereas the Honda driver was pronounced dead at the accident scene.

According to California Highway Patrol Officers, the exact cause of this fatal car accident that took lives of two people is still under investigation. However, since this was a head-on auto accident, it seems that one of the drivers was driving the wrong way on the freeway. Based on the limited information and the fact that two drivers were involved, it is not clear as to whose negligence or inattentive driving lead to this car accident. The possibility of any other contributing factor cannot be ruled out. Were any of the drivers driving under influence? Were the drivers fatigued? We trust that the investigating officials would take all these possibilities into consideration while determining the exact cause of this car accident.

The families of the victims should immediately seek counsel from an experienced San Diego car accident attorney who would help them obtain compensation to cover expenses involved in funeral and burial procedures, loss of anticipated future lifetime earnings of the victim, and loss of love, care and companionship. An experienced car accident attorney will not only be able to help obtain compensation but also carry on an independent investigation. Promptness is a major factor in such investigation and only a timely investigation can yield constructive results.

Our law office offers our sincere condolences to all those who knew and loved the victims for their loss. We really hope that they gather enough power to deal with this tragic accident.

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Maria DeJesus Garcia, 37, suffered serious injuries in a San Luis Obispo County car accident that occurred on April 2, 2011, around 11:15 p.m., on Highway 46, approximately 320 miles from San Diego. The responding California Highway Patrol officers reported that, Faustino Barcenas, 49, Of Fullerton was driving under the influence of drugs. Barcenas’s vehicle first hit the side of a Nissan Altima, driven by Pablo Elgarrista, 41, and then crashed head-on into Garcia’s vehicle.

Both Garcia and Barcenas suffered injuries in this car accident. Garcia suffered a broken hip and pelvis, and was airlifted to a Fresno hospital after she was initially treated at Twin Cities Community Hospital for treatment.

From the available information, it is clear that Barcenas’s negligent actions and irresponsible behavior lead to this serious car accident that left Garcia and Barcenas injured. Under California law, it is unlawful for anyone to operate a motor vehicle under the influence of any drug or alcohol per California Vehicle Code Section 23152(a). Garcia’s family members should consult with an experienced San Luis Obispo County personal injury lawyer to learn about her legal rights and to obtain compensation to pay for medical treatment of her injuries, lost income and wages, pain and suffering, and other related damages.

Our personal injury law office sincerely hopes that that the injuries suffered by Garcia do not prove life threatening and heal soon.

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A head-on car collision on April 18, 2010, between a 2002 Nissan Altima and 2004 Mercedes left both the drivers dead. The crash occurred at 4 a.m. on Old Castle Road, east of Champagne Boulevard. Nissan Altima driver has been identified as a 32-yearold woman from Oceanside named Michelle Santos. She was returning from work when her car suddenly drifted towards the oncoming lane and struck the 2004 Mercedes.

The Mercedes driver’s identity was yet to be established. She was a 65-year old Fallbrook woman. Both the drivers were not under alcohol or drugs at the time of the auto accident but the Mercedes driver was not wearing the seat belt.

Our office wishes to extend our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the friends and family of the deceased. It is tragic losing someone you love no matter what the circumstances are. Early morning driving is very dangerous and requires one to be very vigilant and alert. The main reason behind accidents and crashes during these hours is exhaustion. Always make sure that you are alert and awake whenever you drive a motor vehicle.

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Three people, including an infant, were injured in a San Diego head-on traffic collision that took place between a Chevrolet and a Toyota Yaris, on March 12, 2010, on State Route 67 (SR-67) near the San Vicente Reservoir. The auto accident occurred around 2 pm.

22-year old Lakeside resident, Jason Cooley lost control of his northbound 2007 Chevrolet Impala just south of Foster Truck Trail, which made it cross over a set of double yellow lines and smash into an oncoming Toyota Yaris. The driver of the Toyota, 23-year old Sean Harkey of San Diego, suffered a broken arm and a fractured leg. He had to be cut out of his vehicle. Cooley and his 12-month old son sustained less serious injuries. It is believed that Cooley may have been intoxicated at the time of the accident.

Our law office expresses our prayers and best wishes to the injured and prays that all have a quick recovery. The numbers of cases that are being reported nowadays related to DUI are on an increase. Almost every day someone seems to be injured or killed because he was driving under influence of alcohol or was hit by someone who was drunk. Those who wish to drink, should do so responsibly and should not get behind the wheel to drive.

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