Month: February 2018

Lemon Grove Rehab Center Accused of Medical Malpractice Death

February 16, 2018 Injury Lawyer San Diego 0

On February 12, 2008, the California Department of Public Health issued an “AA” citation against the Lemon Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center. The Center was cited due to accusations of inadequate care and neglect, leading to a patient’s death.

The Director of the California Department of Public Health, Dr. Mark Horton, stated that the citation was issued because the Lemon Grove Center did not adequately protect the health and safety of its residents. Dr. Horton added that the Center failed to provide adequate supervision of its’ employees and residents, resulting in one patient suffering fatal injuries.

The citation process of the California Department of Public Health ranges from “B” to “AA” and is a part of its ongoing effort to improve the quality of care provided by California’s 1,400 skilled nursing facilities.

The Lemon Grove center was fined $80,000.

The State of California imposes a variety of legal requirements designed to protect those under the care of nursing homes or treatment centers. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured by neglect in a nursing home or while under dependent adult care, contact the experienced nursing home abuse lawyers.

San Diego County Motorcycle Accident Seriously Injures Two

February 15, 2018 Injury Lawyer San Diego 0

A man and woman were seriously injured in a San Diego County motorcycle accident on February 14, 2009, as the motorcycle they were riding was struck by a car at a Carlsbad Village intersection in North San Diego County.

The victims were traveling on Carlsbad Boulevard around 11:20 a.m. when a car driven by a teenage girl, a resident of Upland, CA, pulled out from the intersection of Christiansen Way and collided with their motorcycle. The woman, who was riding pillion, was flown to a hospital, and the male driver was transported by ground ambulance. The teenage car driver was not arrested.

Our office wishes a speedy recovery to the people who were injured in this serious motorcycle crash. We urge all drivers to drive a little more carefully and responsibly so as to ensure that no one faces any harm while traveling on the road.

Client Testimonial: San Diego Slip and Fall Client, Rosemary M. of Spring Valley, California

February 14, 2018 Injury Lawyer San Diego 0

Here is what our client, Rosemary M. of Spring Valley, California, has to say about how our office helped her.

We represented her in a San Diego slip and fall accident and recently obtained a very good settlement for her.

Legally We Can’t Say We Are The Best Personal Injury Law Firm in San Diego.

We’ve designed this site, our free reports and our free book with San Diego accident victims in mind. We want you to have the information you need to make an educated decision about your potential case. Too often, attorneys offer a free consultation and little else, leaving accident victims with many unanswered questions such as:

  • “Do I even need a lawyer?”
  • “How much time do I have to file a claim after I’ve had an accident?”
  • “How much is my San Diego accident case worth?”
  • “How do I find the right attorney for my case?”

We have the answers to these and many other questions available on this site and through our free information, saving you countless hours of research time and helping you understand more about personal injury law, the claims process and most importantly — your options.

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured because of another person’s recklessness or negligence, you can feel like events are out of your control. Dealing with medical bills, insurance companies, surgeries, pain, and uncertainty can be overwhelming. You may have to go to court to get the compensation you deserve. You may need to hire an attorney. In hard times you also need a friend.

If you’ve found yourself in these types of situations… 

I was crossing an intersection in Chula Vista, CA. I wore bright safety clothing and had reflectors on my bike, but the car plowed right in to me …

I knew my Carlsbad, CA landlord was cheap, but I didn’t know the stairs were in such bad shape. My little girl has been in the hospital since she fell …

My son was attacked by a dog in El Cajon. Now he is in an East County hospital and needs reconstructive surgery to correct the damage to his face…

I was rear-ended on I-5 near SR 94 in San Diego, CA. I’m injured, my car is totaled, and the insurance claims adjusters are acting like it’s my fault. I think I need a lawyer…

…then you owe it to yourself to consider our Law Firm.

With offices near the trolley line in Downtown San Diego and in Carlsbad for our North San Diego County clients, We handle a range of practice areas including:

  • Auto, Motorcycle, and Truck Accidents
  • Slip and Fall Accidents/Premises Liability Claims
  • Bicycle and Pedestrian Accidents
  • Dog Bites

Our team of San Diego injury lawyers will put you at ease. They will explain the legal process to you and help you find the medical attention you need. You will be fully involved in the decision-making process so you can make educated choices about your case. With our support, you will make the journey from fear and uncertainty to knowledge and closure.

We want the San Diego community to be informed. We want every San Diego injury accident victim to be armed with the information they need to prevail against insurance companies who only care about their profits. Even if you choose not to hire a lawyer, feel free to follow our three regular accident and injury blogs, San Diego Injury Lawyer blog, or the San Diego Car Accident Lawyer blog and download our free reports packed with helpful information for injury accident victims.

We use the latest technology, including paperless record keeping and trial software. Our office is one of the most technologically advanced in San Diego County. That means our attorneys can access every important document in a case immediately and communicate essential information to judges and juries quickly, easily, and to the fullest effect.

If you are unable to come to one of our offices, we can make arrangements to come to you.

If you or someone you love was severely injured in San Diego County, let us help.

4moms Play Yard Sheets Recalled Due to Entrapment Risks

February 13, 2018 Injury Lawyer San Diego 0

4moms has recalled about 1,440 units of its “breeze” play yard sheets because the sheets pose an entrapment and suffocation hazard for small children, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

The sheets are made of cream-colored cotton jersey, and were sold as an accessory to accompany the brand’s “play yard,” a modular playpen. The sheets were intended to cover the bottom of the play yard, but the recalled sheets are too small to cover the entire bottom snugly. As a result, it is possible for a child to crawl between the sheet and the bottom of the play yard and become trapped, a situation which could lead to suffocation or other injuries.

Recalled Product Details
The recalled sheets bear the serial number 4M-009-10-000101 on their packaging and the number UPC 817980011137 on the white warning tag sewn onto the sheet. They were sold at buybuy Baby and other children’s product retailers nationwide between December 2012 and January 2013.

Remedy
So far, 4moms says it hasn’t received any reports of injuries. However, the too-small recalled sheets should not be used in the play yards. Instead, parents should return them for a refund. Consumers can contact 4moms at (888) 977-3944 for more information.

Nobody who buys a toy or other item for a child ever wants to see that child hurt by the item. When a hidden defect is lurking in a child’s toy or other item, however, serious injuries may result. If a child you love has been injured by a defective product, please don’t hesitate to contact our skilled child product defect attorneys to discuss your legal rights and options. Your initial consultation is free and confidential.

New Surgical Checklist May Reduce San Diego Medical Deaths and Complications

February 12, 2018 Injury Lawyer San Diego 0

San Diego patients may benefit from new safety checklists.

The World Health Organization estimates that approximately 500,000 surgical deaths and complications occur worldwide every year due to inexcusable medical malpractice. Too many times patients have signed incorrect surgical consent forms allowing medical staff to incorrectly label them for a planned procedure. Nurses have documented patient safety measures that never actually occurred. Doctors have injected medications that were not labeled on the surgical field. The list goes on.

In order to address this issue, the World Health Organization, along with the Harvard School of Public Health, has launched its first “Safe Surgery Saves Lives” campaign. The study is based on the theory that a one-page surgery checklist developed by several world surgical experts will greatly reduce errors and omissions in the Operating Room.

The study, conducted with the participation of 3,955 patients in eight different cities, demonstrated that this low-cost and low-tech tool significantly reduced surgical mortality and morbidity rates.

The annual savings from the prevention of major complications in the Operating Room can be anywhere from $15 billion to $25 billion. Encouraged by this thought, the Institute for Healthcare Improvements and the World Health Organization have initiated the “Sprint” challenge: to have every hospital in the country utilize the surgical safety list with at least one surgical team by April 1, 2009.

Man Injured Last Summer in San Diego Construction Walkway Collapse Dies

February 12, 2018 Injury Lawyer San Diego 0

Last August, a covered construction walkway at the intersection of Imperial Ave between 15th and 16th Streets in the East Village area of San Diego collapsed on several pedestrians, seriously injuring three people.

One of the three seriously injured pedestrians was Tyrone Allen, a 49 year-old-man. After an extended hospital stay, Allen moved to a nursing home where he lived until this past Tuesday night when he was taken to a hospital. Allen passed away shortly after 2 a.m.

There is no specific word on the cause of Allen’s death, but officials from the Medical Examiner’s Office said Allen was suffering from complications from his injuries. A pathologist was scheduled to examine him yesterday.

Cal-OSHA is investigating the construction accident and the company that erected the scaffolding next to the walkway. The results of the investigation are expected to be released in a few weeks.

We send our sympathies to Mr. Allen’s family.

San Diego Pedicab Accident Attorneys

February 10, 2018 Injury Lawyer San Diego 0

Whether you are looking for a fun night on the town, a tourist taking in the sights, or on a date, a pedicab is a popular way to get around Downtown San Diego. Pedicabs are plentiful in the Gaslamp District and Convention Center for this reason. As an injury attorney, I would advise you to be weary of this type of transportation because it is not the safest way to travel.

Unfortunately, my warning may be too late for you or someone you know. If that is the case, we can help. Our lawyers have experienced pedicab accident attorneys and we will be able to get you compensation for your injuries. For more information on this, please contact us for a free consultation.

San Diego Airport and Commuter Shuttle Accident Lawyers

February 9, 2018 Injury Lawyer San Diego 0

People use commuter shuttles everyday, particularly airport shuttles, to save time and money commuting to popular destinations such as local San Diego hotels or Lindberg Field at the San Diego International Airport. Just like any motor vehicle, commuter shuttles are involved in traffic accidents. And because commuter shuttles—such as the Ford 15-passenger van–usually are larger than other vehicles, the injuries caused by these accident can be very serious.

If you or a loved one has been injured due to a commuter or airport shuttle accident, it is important to consult with an experienced personal injury attorney with a history of handling these types of injury accident cases. We are trained in litigating commuter shuttle accidents. For more information, please click on the link above or call our law office for a free consultation.

Hard-Boiled Eggs Recalled in 34 States

February 9, 2018 Injury Lawyer San Diego 0

Hard-cooked eggs from a Michael Foods’ Nebraska plant have been subjected to a massive recall due to listeria contamination caused by a repair project that occurred in the processing room of the facility. Initially, the recall was issued on January 26, but has since been expanded and now includes more than one million eggs spread across 34 states produced by Michael Foods, according to CBSNews.com.

Michael Foods does not sell directly to consumers but instead sells their products to other food distributors and manufacturers, who then sell them under their names. Recalled eggs have been sold under brand names Glenview Farms, Papetti’s, Columbia Valley Farms, Wholesome Farms, GFS, and Silverbrook. The foods were sold in 34 states, including California, and were originally distributed in 10- and 25-pound pails of cooked and peeled eggs.

Because the eggs were used in various ways by the distributors, not only eggs, but prepared sandwiches, salads, and other products using the eggs have been included in this food recall, as well.

So far, no illnesses have been reported in connection with the recalled food, as the contamination was originally discovered via lab tests conducted by a third party. Listeria exposure can result in a serious illness that is especially dangerous for young children, the elderly, pregnant women, and those with weak immune systems.

If you or a loved one has been injured or suffered health problems due to a defective product, you have the right to seek compensation for your losses, whether or not the item has been recalled. For more information on how we can help you, contact the Carlsbad product liability attorneys.

San Diego Taxi Accident Lawyers

February 9, 2018 Injury Lawyer San Diego 0

Taxicabs are a common way to get around San Diego. There are many cab companies in San Diego, because we have many tourists and travelers in our city who need transportation but maybe do not have access to their car or will want drive. Unfortunately, some of these taxi drivers drive recklessly and erratically, causing motor vehicle accidents. If you are ever involved in a taxi accident, be sure to consult with a skilled taxi accident attorney.

Our personal injury attorneys have experience handling taxi accident cases. We also compiled information about taxi accidents and how you can be safe while in a cab.

Taxi Cab Companies are Subject to the Heightened Common Carrier Duty of Care When Driving Their Vehicle. Learn How Taxi Drivers Have a Duty of Utmost Care.

Taxicabs are a great way to get around if you don’t want to ride in a large public transportation vehicle, like a bus or trolley.  Taxicabs are especially popular in San Diego because of the large volume of tourists who visit year round. Because there are numerous taxi cabs around, it is inevitable that taxicabs are involved in traffic and pedestrian accidents.  Make sure you consult with a taxi cab attorney if you are involved in a taxi accident.

 

Safety tips to Follow While in a Taxicab:

  • Be sure that the seat belts are in working order before the taxi begins its trip.  If the seat belt does not work, inform the taxi driver of this or refuse to ride in the cab.  If you are not wearing your seat belt, and the taxi crashes, you may not be able to fully recover for your injuries because you were partially at fault.  
  • It is good practice to write down your taxi driver’s information.  In case of an accident, you will have your driver’s information already on hand.  The information should be right in front of you behind the driver’s seat.
  • Politely ask the taxi driver to slow down if they are driving too fast or erratically.  Many taxi drivers feel that they know the city in and out and decide to drive quickly or cut in and out of traffic so that they can get more fares.

Who is Liable for Your Taxicab Accident?

If you are a passenger and the taxi driver gets into an accident, the taxi cab company will likely be liable for your injuries, and not the individual driver.  Each taxi cab in California must have valid insurance.  The more established taxi companies, like Yellow Cab, will have more insurance coverage than the smaller cab companies.  Keep in mind that taxi cab companies are deemed to be “common carriers” under the law and therefore have a heightened duty of “utmost care” to its’ passengers.

Common Causes of Taxicab Accidents

  • Negligent driving by the taxi driver (speeding, failing to yield, not following signs, etc.).
  • Bad maintenance of the taxi.  Neglecting to check the oil, fluids, engine, tires, seat belts, brakes, and transmission on a regular basis.
  • Using bad repair shops to fix problems with taxi cabs.
  • Taxi driver working while high or drunk.
  • Negligent hiring by the taxi cab company.

What can a Can a Taxicab Accident Attorney Do for You?

  • File a claim with the taxi company.
  • Find you reputable doctors and personal trainers to get you well again.
  • Negotiate with the taxi company for a fair and just settlement.
  • Take the case to trial if necessary.

Choosing a taxi cab accident attorney is no easy task.  Many attorneys claim to be taxi accident attorneys, but they don’t have the experience that we have.  Our lawyers are experienced taxi cab accident lawyers and have successfully prosecuted the interests of our clients.  If you or a loved one has ever been involved in an accident involving a taxi, please contact our office for a free consultation.