A car accident in Compton involving a hit-and-run driver resulted in life-threatening injuries for a pedestrian the evening of January 28, 2012. City News Service reports that the major injury collision occurred when a pedestrian who was walking near the intersection of Compton Boulevard and Williams Avenue was struck by a maroon four-door sedan. The driver did not stop. The pedestrian was critically injured. California Highway Patrol officials are asking witnesses to come forward to help them apprehend this hit-and-run suspect.

My thoughts and prayers are with this hit-and-run car accident victim, who is apparently fighting for his life. I pray that he recovers quickly and fully from his serious injuries.

Pedestrian Accidents

There were 179 fatalities and 4,918 injuries involving pedestrian accidents in Los Angeles County, according to CHP's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Compton, there were three fatalities and 35 injuries involving pedestrian accidents in 2009.

Hit-and-Run

If the details in this news report are accurate, it appears that the driver in this case struck and critically injured the pedestrian and then left him lying on the street. Leaving the scene of a car accident is not only an inhumane and irresponsible act, but it is also illegal under California law. California Vehicle Code 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."

Justice for Hit-and-Run Victims

I certainly hope officials are able to arrest this hit-and-run driver and prosecute him or her to the fullest extent of the law. If you have any information about this hit-and-run vehicle or driver, please visit our dedicated hit-and-run web site at www.hitandrunreward.com to offer an anonymous tip and also become eligible for a $1,000 reward.

It would be in the best interest of hit-and-run victims to seek the counsel of a skilled Los Angeles personal injury lawyer, who will stay abreast of the official investigation and ensure that their legal rights are protected. A knowledgeable car accident attorney will also be able to advise victims about how their own car insurance policy might apply to an incident where the at-fault driver is not located, or, is uninsured or underinsured. The best personal injury law firms will always offer a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation to injured victims and their families.

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A car accident in Ventura County, involving a suspected hit-and-run driver who was under the influence, proved fatal for 69-year-old Joyce Yamani. The Ventura County Star reports that the fatal collision happened the afternoon of January 16, 2012 near the intersection of Mills Road and Preble Avenue in Ventura. Police say Yamani's power scooter was hit by a vehicle driven by 18-year-old Andres Covarrubias, who then fled the scene. Yamani sustained major injuries. Police were able to arrest Covarrubias, thanks to tips from eyewitnesses. He is facing several charges including DUI and hit-and-run.

My heart goes out to Joyce Yamani who has obviously been seriously injured in this hit-and-run car accident. I pray that she recovers quickly and completely from the injuries she has sustained.

Drunk Driving Collisions

There were 23 deaths and 392 injuries involving alcohol-related crashes in Ventura County in 2009, according to California Highway Patrol's Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Ventura, there were no fatalities, but 60 injuries occurred involving DUI collisions in 2009.

Laws and Liability Issues

It appears from this report that the driver was not only underage and under the influence, but he also struck the woman and left her on the roadway without care or medical attention. Unconscionable! Under California Vehicle Code Section 20001 (a), drivers involved in car accidents are required to stop immediately, wait until authorities arrive, exchange pertinent information with other parties and most importantly, make sure that the injured victims get help. However, in this case, the young driver sped away without even stopping to help the injured woman. I'm relieved to hear that this hit-and-run driver has been apprehended. I commend the members of this community who cooperated with law enforcement and helped them apprehend the suspect.

It would be in the best interests of injured victims to contact an experienced Ventura personal injury lawyer, who will analyze all aspects of the incident and ensure that the negligent parties are held liable. A knowledgeable accident attorney will better advise victims about how their own car insurance policy applies to an incident involving a motorist who is uninsured or underinsured.

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A bicyclist, who was injured in a car accident in Los Angeles involving a hit-and-run driver, has been identified as Paul Tetu. The Monrovia Patch reports that the injury hit-and-run collision occurred the evening of January 9, 2012 near Violet Avenue and Foothill Boulevard in Monrovia. Tetu was apparently struck from behind by a vehicle. He sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The driver fled the scene of the crash, but turned himself in to authorities an hour later. The driver, identified as 34-year-old Jason Travers, has been booked on suspicion of felony hit-and-run.

I'm relieved to hear that the victim, Paul Tetu, was not critically injured in this hit-and-run car accident. I pray that he recovers swiftly and fully from whatever injuries he has sustained.

Bicycle Accidents

There were 22 fatalities and 3,725 injuries involving bicycle accidents in Los Angeles County, according to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Monrovia, there were no fatalities, but eight injuries reported as a result of bicycle accidents in 2009.

Laws and Liability Issues

I'm relieved to hear that the hit-and-run driver turned himself in. California Vehicle Code Section 20001 (a), however, requires any motorist who is involved in an accident to stop immediately and wait until authorities arrive. Drivers are also required to exchange pertinent information with the other parties, and most importantly, get help for the injured victim. In this case, the driver drove away. In my book, there is no excuse for hit-and-run. "I panicked" or "I was scared" is just not acceptable for leaving an injured human being lying on the roadway.

Injured hit-and-run victims would be well advised to contact a skilled Los Angeles personal injury lawyer, who will analyze all aspects of the incident and ensure that the negligent parties are held accountable. A knowledgeable car accident lawyer will also advise victims about how their own auto insurance policy applies to an incident where the at-fault motorist is uninsured or underinsured. The best personal injury law firms will always offer a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation to injured victims and their families.

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A car accident in San Diego resulted in major injuries for a pedestrian identified by authorities as Gloria Serrano. 10News reports that the accident involved a hit-and-run driver. Police say Serrano was trying to cross the roadway at the intersection of Otay Lakes Road and Elmhurst Street in Chula Vista when she was hit by a car that was traveling north. The driver did not stop. Serrano suffered arm injuries and was hospitalized for treatment. Police have described the suspect vehicle as a silver Hyundai or Kia with a broken right front headlight and a missing right side rear view mirror. A search is on for the hit-and-run driver.

My thoughts and prayers are with Gloria Serrano who has apparently been seriously injured in this hit-and-run car accident. I pray for her swift and full recovery from whatever injuries she has sustained.

Pedestrian Collisions

There were 57 fatalities and 937 injuries involving pedestrian accidents in San Diego County, according to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Chula Vista, six fatalities and 67 injuries were reported due to pedestrian accidents during the same year.

Laws and Liability Issues

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." If the details of this news report are accurate, it appears that the driver left the injured woman lying on the street. This is an appalling act, which shows disrespect for human life. If you have any information about this hit-and-run collision, the suspect vehicle, or the driver, please visit our web site, www.hitandrunreward.com, to offer an anonymous tip and also become eligible to receive a $1,000 reward.

It would be in the best interests of injured victims in such cases to seek the counsel of a knowledgeable San Diego personal injury lawyer, who will advise them about their legal rights and options. Even if the driver is not found, a skilled attorney can help victims seek compensation through the uninsured motorist clause of their own auto insurance policy.

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A 50-year-old pedestrian who was fatally injured in a car accident in Riverside has been identified by authorities as Rigoberto Morales-Reyes. The Desert Sun reports that the fatal hit-and-run collision happened the evening of January 2, 2012 near the intersection of Harrison Street and Avenue 50 in Coachella. The vehicle left the scene of the crash. Morales-Reyes died from his injuries. Officials are still looking for the hit-and-run driver. Officials have described the car as a light-colored four-door sedan, likely a Toyota Camry, with front-end damage.

My heartfelt sympathies go out to everyone who knew and loved Rigoberto Morales-Reyes for their terrible loss. They will be in my prayers.

Hit-and-Run Statistics and Law

According to the California Highway Patrol's traffic accident statistics, there were 17,158 hit-and-run collisions that resulted in fatalities or injuries in California in 2008. A majority of these hit-and-run car accidents involved injuries. There were 247 deaths in 2008 involving hit-and-run collisions statewide.

California Vehicle Code 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."

Liability Issues

If the details of this news report are accurate, it appears that the driver in this case left the critically injured victim on the roadway without care or medical attention. The least this driver could have done was to have stopped and called 911 so the victim could get the medical attention, which he needed right away. If you have any information at all about this hit-and-run crash, please visit our web site at www.hitandrunreward.com to offer an anonymous tip and become eligible to receive a $1,000 reward.

Families of deceased hit-and-run victims would be well advised to contact a knowledgeable Riverside personal injury lawyer, who will stay on top of the official investigation and ensure that their rights are protected. The best personal injury law firms will always offer a free consultation and comprehensive evaluation to injured victims and their families.

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A car accident in Los Angeles resulted in major injuries for 22-year-old Anthony Simile the night of December 15, 2011. The La Canada Sun reports that the injury collision occurred when Simile, who was riding a moped, was struck by another vehicle in the parking lot of a Fresh and Easy at the intersection of Sparks Street and Verdugo Avenue in Burbank. Simile sustained a broken leg. The driver, who fled the scene, was apprehended shortly thereafter and identified as 41-year-old Danny Jesus Garcia. He has been charged with felony DUI and hit-and-run.

My heart goes out to Anthony Simile, who thankfully, did not suffer life-threatening injuries in this hit-and-run car accident. I pray for his swift and full recovery.

DUI Collisions

There were 204 deaths and 4,672 injuries involving DUI drivers in Los Angeles County, according to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Burbank, there were no fatalities, but 35 injuries reported due to DUI collisions in 2009.

Laws and Liability Issues
If the details of this news report are accurate, it appears that the driver, Garcia, was not only under the influence, but also left a severely injured victim lying in the parking lot before fleeing the scene of an accident he caused. Leaving the scene of a car accident is illegal under California Vehicle Code Section 20001 (a). California Vehicle Code Section 23152 (a) states: "It is unlawful for any person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug, or under the combined influence of any alcoholic beverage and drug, to drive a vehicle."

It would be in the best interests of injured victims in such cases to contact a knowledgeable Los Angeles personal injury lawyer, who will stay abreast of the official investigation 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.

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A car accident in Los Angeles proved fatal for an elderly pedestrian identified by officials as 72-year-old Teresa Pimentel. The Los Angeles Daily News reports that the accident, which involved a hit-and-run driver, occurred the night of December 12, 2011 in the 11700 block of Foothill Boulevard in Lakeview Terrace. Police say Pimentel was crossing the street when a van struck her and then left the scene. No suspect or vehicle description is available. Pimetel suffered fatal injuries. An investigation is ongoing.

My heartfelt sympathies go out to everyone who knew and loved Teresa Pimentel, who has been tragically killed in this hit-and-run car accident. They will be in my prayers.

Pedestrian Accidents

There were 179 deaths and 4,918 injuries involving pedestrian accidents in Los Angeles County, according to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Los Angeles, 82 people died and 2,630 were injured due to pedestrian accidents in 2009.

Laws and Liability Issues

It is illegal under California Vehicle Code Section 20001 (a) to leave the scene of a crash. Motorists are required to stop, remain at the scene and get help for the injured victim. This could be something as simple as calling 911 so the victim gets the prompt medical attention he or she needs. However, in this particular case, the driver of the vehicle that struck Pimentel left her lying on the street without care or medical attention. Unconscionable!

I hope the hit-and-run driver is apprehended and brought to justice in this case. If you have any information about the hit-and-run vehicle or the driver please visit our web site at www.hitandrunreward.com to offer an anonymous tip and become eligible for a $1,000 reward.

It would be in the best interests of victims' families to seek the counsel of an experienced Los Angeles 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.

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A car accident in Bakersfield involving a suspected drunk driver resulted in major injuries for a motorcyclist, the morning of November 27, 2011. KERO Bakersfield reports that the injury motorcycle collision happened near a DUI checkpoint on Golden State Highway. The driver of a pickup truck struck the motorcyclist and then fled the scene. The motorist was arrested shortly afterward. The injured rider was transported to an area medical center in serious condition. The driver of the pickup truck is now facing several felony charges including DUI and leaving the scene of a crash.

My heart goes out to this hit-and-run car accident victim. I pray that this person makes a swift and full recovery.

Alcohol-Related Collisions

There were 61 deaths and 450 injuries involving alcohol-related car accidents in Kern County, according to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Bakersfield, 12 people were killed and 163 were injured due to DUI collisions in 2009.

DUI and Hit-and-Run

If the details of this news report are accurate, the driver of the pickup was not only under influence, but also struck the motorcyclist and then drove away from the scene. What kind of a person would strike and seriously injure another individual and then flee? I'm relieved that police were able to apprehend this hit-and-run driver. Under California Vehicle Code Section 20001(a), motorists are required to stop immediately and remain at the scene of an accident until authorities arrive. They are also required to exchange pertinent information with other parties involved and most importantly, obtain help for the injured victim. This driver did none of the above. Driving under the influence is also illegal under California Vehicle Code Section 23152 (a).

Victims' Claim for Compensation

In such cases where negligence or wrongdoing is involved, injured victims can seek compensation from the at-fault driver for injuries, damages and losses. A knowledgeable Bakersfield personal injury lawyer will better advise victims and their families about their legal rights and options. 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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A 58-year-old man who was killed in a Los Angeles car accident involving a hit-and-run driver, has been identified by officials as Papaivai Masaga. The Daily Breeze reports that the fatal hit-and-run collision occurred the evening of November 26, 2011 in the 22100 block of South Main Street in Carson. Masaga was trying to cross the street to get to his apartment complex when he was struck by a Ford Mustang. Masaga was pronounced dead shortly afterward at the scene of the crash. Officials are looking for the hit-and-run driver who was last seen fleeing west on 223rd Street. Police say the Mustang has damage to its front side, including a broken headlight.

I offer my deepest condolences to everyone who knew and loved Papaivai Masaga, the victim of this fatal hit-and-run car accident. My thoughts and prayers are with them during this difficult time.

Pedestrian Accidents

There were 179 deaths and 4,918 injuries involving pedestrian accidents in Los Angeles County, according to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Carson, there were no fatalities, but 27 injuries involving pedestrian accidents in 2009.

Leaving the Scene of a Crash

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." Not only is leaving the scene of an accident illegal under California law, but it is also an irresponsible and unconscionable act, which shows callous disregard for the life of a fellow human being. I certainly hope that the individual who left Masaga to die on the roadway is quickly apprehended and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

Liability Issues

If you have any information about this accident, please visit our dedicated hit-and-run web site at www.hitandrunreward.com to offer an anonymous tip and become eligible to receive a $1,000 reward.

It would be in the best interests of victims' families in such cases to seek the counsel of a skilled Los Angeles personal injury lawyer, who will advise them about their legal rights and options. A skilled car accident lawyer will also be able to determine whether a dangerous condition on the roadway caused or contributed to the incident. If that was the case, the city or governmental agency responsible for maintaining the roadway can be held liable. Under California Government Code Section 911.2, any personal injury or wrongful death claim against a public entity must be filed within 180 days of the incident.

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A car accident in Los Angeles involving a hit-and-run driver resulted in critical injuries for a 21-year-old USC student. The Informer reports that the major injury hit-and-run car accident happened at the intersection of Vermont and Lexington Avenue the evening of November 8, 2011. Police say the 21-year-old student was riding a motorcycle when he was struck by a van. The van sped away from the scene of the crash. The student sustained life-threatening injuries. The suspect vehicle has been described as a 1993 burgundy GMC Safari van with the license plate number 4MYH882. An investigation is ongoing.

I sympathize with this injured hit-and-run car accident victim and his family for what they are going through at this time. I pray for his swift and full recovery.

Motorcycle Accidents

There were 83 fatalities and 2,719 injuries involving motorcycle accidents in Los Angeles County, according to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Los Angeles there were 35 fatalities and 1,248 injuries involving motorcycle accidents in 2009.

Hit-and-Run Law

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." The law requires drivers not only to stop and remain at the scene, but also help the injured victim. This could be something as simple as calling 911 and getting prompt medical attention for the victim. The driver in this case did none of the above. Instead, he left the young motorcyclist lying on the roadway. Despicable!

If you have information about this incident, please visit our web site at www.hitandrunreward.com to offer an anonymous tip and become eligible to receive a $1,000 reward.

Holding Wrongdoers Accountable

It would be in the best interests of injured victims to seek the counsel of a reputed Los Angeles personal injury lawyer, who will analyze all aspects of the incident and hold the negligent parties accountable. A skilled car accident attorney will also be able to inform victims about how their auto insurance policy applies to an incident where the hit-and-run driver is never found, or, in a case where the at-fault motorist is uninsured or underinsured.

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