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Faulty Railing May Have Caused Elderly Man’s Fall
http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/lanow/2009/11/man-falls-to-death-from-downtown-apartment.html
A faulty railing at an Alexandria Hotel apartment may have given way and caused an unidentified elderly man to fall to his death from the 10th story, the Los Angeles Times reports.
The fall occurred early this morning. The coroner’s office has disclosed that a piece of the fire escape was found on the sidewalk, indicating that the man may have been leaning over a fire escape railing when it gave way.
Although this article did not give very many details regarding the fall, it is possible that the building may have been poorly inspected or maintained as the railing was in sub par condition. In that case, the building owner could potentially be held liable were the man’s family to bring a wrongful death suit against the owner.
In tragic situations such as this, experienced personal injury and wrongful death attorneys can help explain your legal rights and the potential courses of action to take to enact justice and receive compensation. Personal injury attorneys offer a free consultation.
UPDATE: Huntington Beach Junior Lifeguard Tragedy Will Not End in Criminal Charges
http://www.ocregister.com/news/boat-220311-claim-alyssa.html
After reporting last week that the tragic death of junior lifeguard Alyssa Squirrel during a training activity in Huntington Beach would not result in criminal charges against the lifeguard who operated the boat that struck Alyssa, the Orange County Register now reports that the Squirrel family has filed a wrongful death claim against the city of Huntington Beach.
The claim seeks over $10,000 in damages for personal injuries and emotional distress. It alleges that lifeguard Lt. Greg Crow negligently operated the boat so as to cause Alyssa’s death.
Alyssa had jumped into the water from a boat driver by Lt. Crow during a training drill when the boat unintentionally struck her as she swam.
After the loss of a loved one, families deserve to be compensated for funeral expenses and the trauma and emotional distress of their loss. While no amount of money can ever replace a lost life, compassionate and experienced wrongful death attorneys will protect your legal rights and pursue fair compensation that will bring justice to your loved one.
Family of Drowning Victim Files $12 Million Claim against United Water Conservation District
http://www.vcstar.com/news/2009/nov/13/united-denies-12-million-claim-filed-in-piru/
The family of 9-year-old Denise Arredondo, who drowned at Like Piru in May, has filed a 12 million dollar wrongful death claim against the lake’s owner, the United Water Conservation District, the Ventura County Star reports.
The claim alleges that the district knew the lake was unsafe and that there were no posted “no swimming” signs in the area to warn people who were unaware of the lake’s drop-offs and unidentifiable underwater cliffs. Denise’s family went to the lake to swim at the suggestion of district employees. Denise drowned after swimming into a drop off area.
My thoughts are with Denise’s family in this time of sadness and grief.
Although the article does not give very much detail regarding the liability in this situation, it appears that it is at least possible that the United Water Conservation District could be liable for recommending the family swim in an area they knew to be unsafe.
Experienced personal injury attorneys will take actions that benefit and compensate family members who have been faced with the death of a loved one due to another party’s negligent actions. In times of grief and insecurity, you need compassionate, skilled attorneys who understand the system and will do everything possible to help you regain a sense of stability.
Family of Santa Ana Hit and Run Victim Seeks Answers, Asks Driver to Come Forward
http://www.ocregister.com/articles/driver-huang-amormino-2629413-light-pickup
The driver who struck and killed a Santa Ana wife and mother as she crossed the street at a marked crosswalk remains on the loose today as the woman’s family pleads for him to come forward, the Orange County Register reports.
Zhen Huang, 48, was struck in the crosswalk and dragged for 15 feet by a light blue pick up truck that was turning left onto the street she was crossing, Magnolia Avenue. Huang was less than a block away from her home when she was hit. Investigators have determined that the truck was traveling at approximately 25 m.p.h, and may have been trying to beat a yellow light before it turned red. Authorities believe the driver was a male, whose truck had a work rack in its bed. If you have information regarding this accident, please call the Orange County Sheriff’s Department at 866-TIP-OCSD.
I offer my support and wishes for the Huang family as well as the OCSD as they continue their investigation, and I hope the individual that caused this terrible incident is found and held fully liable for his actions.
When a loved one dies because of the negligent actions of another person, family members need experienced and compassionate wrongful death attorneys who can protect their legal rights, pursue compensation, and guide families in recovering from their loss so that they can move forward with their lives. If you find yourself in this situation, call Law Office of Renee J. Nordstrand today for a free consultation.
Elderly Bicyclist Hit and Killed by Pick Up Truck
http://www.ocregister.com/articles/smyser-woman-bicyclist-2618890-yorba-linda
An 80-year-old Placentia resident was struck and killed by a pick up truck while riding her bicycle in a Yorba Linda crosswalk Wednesday evening, the Orange County Register reports.
Edelgard Owens was attempting to cross Propsect Avenue’s crosswalk on bike at about 5:40 p.m., when a Chevrolet pick up truck turning left onto Prospect struck the bicyclist, who was later pronounced dead at Placentia-Linda Community Hospital.
The driver, initially suspected for driving under the influence of alcohol, was released from police custody after police determined she was not drunk.
Many questions remain about this accident as police continue their investigation. Why did the driver not see the bicyclist? Was she distracted by a phone call, text message, or conversation with a passenger? Investigators are seeking to answer these questions so that Ms. Owen’s family can take the next appropriate steps.
In situations such as this, the legal expertise and knowledge of wrongful death attorneys will help families of deceased victims receive monetary compensation. We will hold the responsible parties fully liable and ensure that your concerns and needs are met effectively.
Is Your Child’s Safety Threatened by Backyard Swing sets?
From the Santa Barbara News-Press
Recent concerns have arisen regarding the safety of background playground equipment following the death of 4-year-old Wesley Cowan on his home play structure. According to Scott Burton, President of Safety Play Inc., 61 children have reported injuries due to a faulty play ground structure design since 1990. Burton believes many others are injured who never report their incidents to hospitals or the government.
In the dangerous design that concerns Burton, as well growing numbers of other parents, swings and other types of equipment are located under the monkey bars, so that if a child falls from the monkey bars they risk hitting the hard equipment.
A new design standard has been implemented as of July, but the Consumer Product Safety Commission has yet to issue a warning about old play structures that hold the flawed design.
If you have a backyard play structure purchased prior to July 2009, you can prevent injuries by ensuring that there isn’t any hard equipment located under the monkey bars. If you’ve been a victim of the faulty playground design, you should contact a Santa Barbara child injury lawyer, as you may be entitled to legal compensation.