San Diego Injury Lawyer Blog

64-year-old Manuel Cadena was killed in a Victorville hit-and-run car accident that occurred on June 26, 2011, around 8:40 p.m. at Palmdale Road west of Borrego Road. According to San Bernardino County Coroner's Office Officials, Cadena was crossing Highway 18 (SR-18), when a dark colored SUV, possibly a green or black Toyota, fatally struck him.

The SUV driver turned right onto Borrego Road after hitting Cadena and left the scene. Officers responding to the accident immediately transported Cadena to Victor Valley Community Hospital in Victorville where he was pronounced dead a few hours later.

From the available information, it is evident that the negligent driving and irresponsible actions of the SUV driver lead to Cadena’s wrongful death. Leaving the accident scene is a serious violation 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." Motorists are not only required to stop but also remain at the scene of the crash and wait until authorities get to the scene. In addition, if the driver stayed and aided the victim, Cadena may still be alive today.

There is a clear violation of traffic rules. Cadena’s family members should immediately seek counsel from a San Bernardino County pedestrian accident lawyer to know about their legal rights and options. An experienced lawyer would assure that the at-fault party is held liable and that the victim’s family members obtain timely and fair compensation to cover funeral and burial costs, loss of love and companionship, and other accident-related expenses.

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

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Remember the McDonald’s coffee case? A woman orders a cup of hot coffee. She puts the cup in between her legs as she drives. Then, the coffee spills, and she gets third-degree burns on very private areas on her body. Cha-ching!

Though, that is not exactly the whole story. Susan Saladoff, director of the documentary film Hot Coffee, which premieres on HBO tonight at 6 p.m. PST, shows viewers what really happened in the infamous "McDonald's hot coffee" lawsuit. The movie looks at what actually happened to Stella Liebeck, why the case got so much media attention, who funded the effort, and who really profited from spilling hot coffee.

Hot Coffee is a “call to action.” It asks the question, What happens when access to court is so lopsided that the average person cannot gain access? And who really pays the price, the negligent party or taxpayers?

In the four cases the film documents, Saladoff shows how Americans are surrendering their Constitutional rights in all sorts of ways without even knowing it and how they are being screwed by the system –not taking advantage of it.

If you or someone you love has been injured or killed because of a defective product or negligent person, you are entitled to damages. The California personal injury attorneys at the Jurewitz Law Group will protect your Constitutional rights and get the money you deserve.

57-year-old Tina Vang was struck and killed in a San Diego car crash that occurred on June 18, 2011, around 9:50 p.m. in the 7700 block of Linda Vista Road. According to San Diego Police Officer David Stafford, Vang was crossing the street to her car when she was struck by a Chevrolet Impala travelling southbound on Linda Vista Road.

Vang was immediately transported to a nearby hospital for medical treatment, where she was later pronounced dead. An investigation is on to determine the exact cause of the accident. It would be interesting for the investigating officers to determine whether the motorist was speeding, distracted, driving under the influence of drugs, or was talking on phone.

If it is found that the motorist was speeding or driving negligently, then he may be held liable for victim’s wrongful death. The victim’s family members should consult with a San Diego pedestrian accident lawyer who would assure that the at-fault party is held liable and brought to justice. Vang’s family members may be eligible to obtain compensation to cover funeral and burial costs, loss of love, care and companionship, and other accident-related damages.

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

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67-year-old Luis Octavio Castillo was seriously injured in a Chino pedestrian accident that occurred on June 15, 2011, around 7:37 a.m. along the 3300 block of Riverside Drive. According to police officials, Castillo was walking through a construction area when he was struck by a 2007 Scion TC driven by 21-year-old Lissette Carolina Menijvar.

Due to a county construction project, the eastbound lanes of Riverside Drive had been temporarily diverted to the westbound lanes.Castillo was immediately airlifted to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center for medical treatment. The investigating officers need to determine if the diversion of roads and construction area had proper signs to guide drivers along.

From the facts set forth in the news story, it appears that Menijvar may have been at fault for causing this serious pedestrian crash. Under California Vehicle Code Section 21950(a), “The driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection….”

However, the construction company may be held liable for the damages as well after a further investigation. Castillo needs to consult with a San Bernardino County pedestrian accident lawyer to obtain compensation to cover treatment, medical and hospitalization costs, and other accident-related damages.

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

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As technology progresses, new drugs hit the pharmacy shelves at an incredibly rapid rate. Though, not all drugs that pass through the system are as safe as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) claims it is. As a result, many patients suffer serious, and often deadly side effects from these potential life-saving medications.

If you or a loved one has experienced any extreme side effects, such as a heart attack or stroke, because of a recalled drug, get medical attention and contact an experienced drug recall attorney immediately. You may be able to hold the manufacturer responsible for some or all of the injuries you incurred. Call the San Diego drug recall attorneys at the Jurewitz Law Group at (888) 233-5020.

Every year, hundreds of food products and pet food products are pulled from the shelves of stores and warehouses because they are contaminated, unsafe, or have other dangerous risks. This makes it increasingly difficult to trust the food that we purchase for our loved ones and ourselves from companies we have been loyal to for years. In the case of a food recall, it is the responsibility of the manufacturing company to absorb all costs of the recall, including informing the public, recalling the product, and paying for any damages.

If you or a loved one has been a victim of a contaminated food product, contact an experienced food recall attorney immediately. Our San Diego expert food recall attorneys at the Jurewitz Law Group understand that companies will bend over backwards to protect their brand name and reputation from being tainted. If you have a case, we will protect your rights and get you the money damages you need.

Many people don't realize it but there are a lot of common household items that are considered to be hazardous materials. Companies that manufacture these products must make sure that these items are as safe as possible and are labeled properly to warn consumers of their risks, usage, and storage.

Unfortunately, because of slips made within the production system, businesses sometimes distribute defective products to their consumers that may cause injury and sometimes death.

If you or someone you love has been injured or killed from exposure to a dangerous household item or defective product, seek medical attention immediately and contact a hazardous household items attorney. At the Jurewitz Law Group, our dedicated San Diego harmful household chemicals lawyers will get you the compensation to cover your injuries. Call us at 888-233-5020 to set up a free consultation.

We rarely see news headlines about major airline crashes. In fact, airplanes that carry hundreds of passengers are considered quite safe, and crashes only occur a few times a year around the world. Just because major airlines don’t often have injuries or deaths associated with them doesn’t mean that plane crashes are rare. Small aircrafts, that only carry a handful of people, crash much more often and have a higher chance of leading to serious injury or death. Aviation accidents are typically a result of pilot negligence.

Whether you are injured in a crash while flying or injured on the ground by in a plane crash, our experienced San Diego airplane accident attorneys at the Jurewitz Law Group will help you obtain compensation to which you are entitled. Our lawyers will work for your best interest. Call us at 888-233-5020 to set up a free consultation.

An Escondido teenage boy was struck and injured in a North San Diego County car accident on June 15, 2011, around 12:36 p.m. at Grand Avenue and Rose Street. According to Escondido Police Officials, an 84-year-old elderly man, driving a Chrysler Town & Country van, made a wide turn into Grand Avenue, climbed the sidewalk, hit a traffic pole, and finally came to halt after slamming into the side of the building. The boy was waiting on his bicycle next to the pole when he was hit.

The bicyclist suffered serious injuries and was immediately transported to Rady Children’s Hospital for treatment. From the available information, it is clear that the 84-year-old driver made too wide of a turn and caused this bicycle accident. This leads us to question his driving abilities.

The investigating officers need to determine whether the driver was speeding, distracted, or was talking on the cell phone when this accident occurred. It would be in the best interest of bicyclist’s family members to seek counsel from a North San Diego County bike accident lawyer to know about their legal rights and options.

The bicyclist crash attorney would assure that the at-fault is held liable for the damage and help the victim’s family members obtain timely compensation to cover treatment, medical costs, hospitalization expenses, and other accident-related expenses.

Our personal injury law office sincerely hopes that the injuries suffered by the boy heal soon.

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An unidentified female pedestrian was struck and killed in a San Bernardino County pedestrian accident that occurred on June 13, 2011, around 12:37 a.m. along the 2300 block of West Main Street. According to San Bernardino County coroner's officials, the pedestrian suffered life-threatening head and upper body injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

From the limited available information, it is unclear what caused the traffic accident. Investigating officers need to determine the exact cause, how fast the vehicle was travelling, and if the driver was distracted or intoxicated.

This accident raises a number of questions about what happened, why, and who was responsible.

A dedicated San Bernardino County pedestrian accident attorney can help the victim’s family learn about their legal rights and get compensation from their wrongful death claim, including damages for funeral and burial expenses, anticipated future earnings of the decedent, loss of love, care, and companionship.

Our law office offers heartfelt condolences to all those who knew and loved the victim for such a tragic loss.

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76-year-old Camarillo resident John H. Dillingham Jr. was killed in a Ventura County bicycle accident that occurred on June 11, 2011, around 1:15 p.m. on Pleasant Valley Road. According to California Highway Patrol Sgt. Bob Granieri, Dillingham was attempting to make a turn onto Freedom Park Drive when he accidentally veered into the eastbound lane and was struck by an SUV driven by 63-year-old Oxnard local Eva Labrador.

Dillingham was immediately transported to Ventura County Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead two hours later. An investigation is under process. Though the victim mistakenly rode into the wrong lane, the driver failed to see the victim and safely move her car away. The investigating officers need to determine whether Labrador was speeding or distracted. If Labrador is at fault, then she may be held liable for Dillingham’s wrongful death.

Dillingham’s family members should immediately seek counsel from a Ventura County bicycle accident lawyer to obtain timely compensation to cover funeral and burial expenses, loss of love and companionship, and other accident-related damages.

Our law office offers sincere condolences to all those who knew and loved John H. Dillingham for such a heart breaking loss.

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People over 50 years old hold over 70% of the nations wealth, and most of them don’t even realize the value of their belongings. As San Diego seniors get older, they become less physically and mentally able to live independently, so they hire helpers or ask family members, who have access to their homes and assets, to take care of them. Many of the people who are directly responsible for the elder’s care take full advantage of this without the elder’s permission and exploit the elders financially to benefit themselves.

If you or someone you know is being financially exploited, contact a San Diego elder financial abuse attorney immediately. The lawyers at the Jurewitz Law Group are qualified to handle crimes like this and will work to make sure you are protected from these abusers. Call us at (888) 233-5020 to set up a free consultation.

As San Diego seniors age, we will become more physically frail and less able to think and act for ourselves. In addition, we become less able to stand up to bullying or fight back if we are attacked, making the elder population extremely susceptible to being manipulated and taken advantage of, mentally, physically, and financially. Unfortunately, this happens more than we think and it most frequently happens in the home by spouses, adult children and grandchildren.

Thousands of seniors in San Diego are abused by someone directly responsible for their care. In fact, more than half a million reports are made each year across the U.S. and millions more still go unreported.

If you or someone you know is being abused, tell someone you trust and contact a San Diego elder abuse attorney immediately to bring this abuser to justice and get compensation for all the damages done. Call the Jurewitz Law Group at (888) 233-5020.

Every year, thousands of vessels come in and out of the San Diego Port’s two marine cargo facilities and one cruise facility, primarily because of its prime location in between Los Angeles and Mexico. The many maritime workers and dock laborers that work in and on these vessels help to make this process run smoothly. Though, it is a high-risk job and accidents happen because of other people’s negligence.

If you work in or on a vessel and are injured during the job, you will be covered by the Jones Act or the Longshoremen's and Harbor Workers Compensation Act (LHWCA). Because the laws governing maritime workers and dock laborers are tricky, you should contact an experienced San Diego maritime accident lawyer immediately. The lawyers at the Jurewitz Law Group will maximize your chances for a successful recovery in a maritime accident lawsuit. Contact our law office at (888) 233-5020 for more information.

If you are a San Diego resident that has been injured on the job, you deserve to get full coverage of your medical costs and lost wages, right? WRONG. Recent changes in the California Workers Compensation Act now limit the scope and depth of your benefits.

Though the act protects workers and guarantees them compensation without having to go through the time-consuming and costly court system, many injured victims will still have to battle it out with their employers and workers compensation insurers. It is best to have an experienced and capable San Diego workers compensation attorney by your side to handle this dispute and get the money you need and deserve. Call the Jurewitz Law Group at (888) 233-5020 for a free consultation.

There are thousands of commercial vessels that come into the Port of San Diego every year, making it easily accessible for send and receive cargo, as well as a popular place to set sail one of the many cruise ships. Hence, the men and women who work along the docks put their lives on the line to make sure that the ships that come in and out of this port run smoothly and that the port stays uncongested, despite any dangerous work conditions that were overlooked.

The Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA), or Longshore Act, is designed to protect dockworkers that are injured or killed while performing their duties on land. Because of the complicated laws that constrain longshoremen, filing a compensation claim can be a difficult and time-consuming process. Fortunately, the San Diego LHWCA benefits lawyers at Jurewitz Law Group can help you get the benefits you need and deserve. Call our attorneys for a free consultation at (888) 223-5020.

Every job has its risks but some are greater than others. There is no doubt that commercial seamen and fishermen have face many more unpredictable risks including harsh weather conditions, long work hours, and clashing seas. That is why it is extremely important to keep the vessel properly maintained and to keep the seamen onboard safe under extreme circumstances. But sometimes, accidents happen.

The Jones Act of 1920 was passed to protect seamen injured or killed while working at sea and gave them the ability to obtain fair compensation for the negligence of the ship owner. Though, the laws abiding seamen are somewhat complicated and the process of filing a claim can be difficult. Fortunately, the our San Diego Jones Act benefits attorneys at the Jurewitz Law Group focus on getting the benefits you and your family need and deserve. Call our law office for a free consultation at (888) 233-5020.

Water skiing is an exciting sport; but like all sports, it comes with a lot of risks. At speeds of up to 50 mph, water skiers must be extremely aware of other boats, swimmers, and any obstacle, which can cause them to lose balance and crash into the water. Injuries happen a lot more often than expected when an operator fails to make sure that a water skier has the proper experience and safety equipment and is capable of making responsible judgment on the water. Operators of water ski tow boats carry a lot of responsibility when it comes to safety.

If you are injured in a water ski accident that was not your fault, contact the expertSan Diego water ski injury attorneys at the Jurewitz Law Group immediately to get compensation. Call our law office at (888) 233-5020.

Different jobs carry different risks. It can be as safe as sitting in an air-conditioned office behind a computer or as dangerous as doing construction on the roof of a 30-story open-aired building, being thrashed by a storm.

It is your employer’s responsibility to keep you safe on the job, or cover your expenses if you get injured. Though the California Workers Compensation Act limits the types of benefits you can receive, you may still be able to pursue a personal injury lawsuit depending on the situation. This system can overlap and become very complicated. With an experienced San Diego work injury attorney by your side, you can get the most from your accident. Call the Jurewitz Law Group at (888) 233-5020.

Working at a construction site is one of the most dangerous jobs in the U.S. In a 2009 report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 3.3 million injuries were reported, and more than half were construction workers. Though construction workers are trained on basic safety precautions for handling dangerous equipment, accidents still happen. Whether the injured victim is partially or totally at fault, he is still entitled to workers compensation benefits.

The laws governing construction workers are strict and difficult to understand. In addition, many employers will go to almost any length to cheat their workers out of money. The San Diego construction site injury attorneys at the Jurewitz Law Group understand this and will work to get you the reparations you need and deserve. Call our law office at (888) 233-5020.

In the early 1990’s, jet skiing reached its peak in popularity. Today, it still is a widespread trend among all age groups, because of its affordability and speed. Though it is advertised as being easily handled, most people who ride a jet ski for the first time are unaware of how to maneuver a personal watercraft, or PWC. Jet skis, unlike other vessels or vehicles, do not have a braking mechanism. As a result, many people are injured every year because of their lack of steering knowledge. A jet skier is 7.2 times more likely to get hurt than a motor boater and 31.6 times more likely than a canoer or kayaker, according to a survey commissioned by the U.S. Coast Guard and published in 2002.

If you or someone you know has been injured in a jet ski, or PWC, accident because of someone else’s carelessness, contact a San Diego PWC injury attorney immediately to get the money damages you deserve. Our lawyers at the Jurewitz Law Group are dedicated to help you seek reparations for your injuries. Call 619-233-5020 to receive more information.

With the Pacific Ocean as its front yard, San Diego is a boating paradise. Residents and tourists can take out their own boat or rent one at the many shops surrounding San Diego’s waterways, which include San Diego Bay, De Anza Cove and Fiesta Island in Mission Bay, El Capitan, Lake Jennings, Lake Murray, and Lake Poway. Though, despite the notion that it is a leisurely activity, there are a lot of risks and regulations that boaters must understand before they get into the water.

Unfortunately, many people who decide to set sail disregard these regulations and put their lives and the lives of other boaters in jeopardy. In 2009, the California Department of Boating and Waterways (CDBW) reported roughly 2,500 accidents. 40% of those resulted in injuries and deaths.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a boating accident because of someone else’s negligence, contact one of the knowledgeable San Diego boating accident attorneys at the Jurewitz Law Group. We will work to get you the compensation you need and deserve. Call our law office at (888) 233-5020.

Every year, hundreds of San Diego County residents suffer a condition that prevents them from being able to work and provide for themselves and their families. The process from filing to receiving a response can take months. Roughly 7 out of 10 applicants are initially denied, even though they have paid enough money in their Social Security taxes and can prove that they are disabled.

Fortunately, the expert Social Security Disability lawyers at Jurewitz Law Group can make this process go quickly and smoothly. Our attorneys are work for your best interest and will get you the benefits you need and deserve. Call us at 1-888-233-5020 to schedule your free consultation.

On a sunny holiday weekend, it is the perfect time to break out the barbeque grill and sail around the San Diego Bay or one of the many reservoirs surrounding San Diego. It is so relaxing to spend some quality time with the friends and family on the calm waters. Though, with about 900,000 vessels registered in California, these areas tend to get congested. What was supposed to be a boater’s paradise may turn into a nightmare when boat operators and passengers do not follow California boating regulations. Injuries and accidents happen because of this negligence.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a boat accident, the San Diego boat accident lawyers at the Jurewitz Law Group can help you seek the damages you are entitled to for your injuries. Contact our law firm at (888) 233-5020 to set up a free consultation.

Every year, hundreds of mentally or physically impaired San Diego County residents reach a point in their lives when they can no longer provide for themselves or their families. Though they may not have paid enough Social Security taxes through income withholding, their household income meets the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) limits. However, out of the 10 that apply, approximately seven will initially get rejected.

Fortunately, the experienced Supplemental Security Income (SSI) lawyers at Jurewitz Law Group can make this process go quickly and smoothly. Our attorneys are work for your best interest and will get you the benefits you need and deserve. Call us at 1-888-233-5020 to schedule your free consultation.

Social Security is a form of social insurance that protects individuals and families from financial hardships. Situations that affect a person's ability to provide for himself and his family include retirement, death, disability, or any other physical or mental impairment. To ensure that money is available for beneficiaries, a claim must be made and specific criteria must be met. The San Diego social security disability attorneys at the Jurewitz Law Group take on Social Security claims every year. We have been representing Social Security clients for several years and we can help you and your friends and family if they ever suffer from a physical or mental impairment.

For more information about how our office can help you with your Social Security benefits claim, please click on the link above or contact the Jurewitz Law Group at 888-233-5020 for a free consultation.