Orange County Personal Injury Lawyer - Automobile Accidents

Ford SUVs Recalled for Fire Hazard

Chrissie Cole — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 17:04:22 GMT

Ford Motor Corporation announced an automobile recall of approximately 1,500 SUVs. The recall includes: 2008 Explorers, Explorer Sport Tracks and Mercury Mountaineer Sport Utility Vehicles that are equipped with 4.6 liter engines and 6R transmissions due to a fire hazard.

A bolt that is used to secure the oil cooler line fittings within the transmissions may not have been properly tightened before leaving the Ford assembly plant. If the bolt were to loosen, the transmission cooler lines can leak fluid on to the vehicle's catalytic converter which poses a fire risk to consumers.

Consumers are advised to contact a local Ford dealer who will inspect the transmission cooler lines and tighten them properly.

For more information on this subject and other defective products please visit our section on Defective and Dangerous Products.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

One Person Killed, 4 Injured in Freeway Accicent

Chrissie Cole — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 21:53:43 GMT

A car accident today on Harbor Freeway, in Los Angeles, claimed the life of one person and injured four others, according to authorities.

A vehicle with four men was heading southbound on 110 Freeway at 5:20 a.m. when the car was involved in a multiple-car collision, according to a spokeswoman for the Los Angeles Fire Department.

The vehicle caught on fire and one person was unable to exit until authorities arrived on the scene.

Five people were transported to local area hospitals for treatment. One of the injured passengers died at the hospital. Another victim is listed in critical condition and two are in moderate condition. One suffered minor injuries.

Traffic was backed up during the close of two carpool lanes while officials worked to clear the scene and investigate the accident. The lanes reopened at approximately 9 a.m.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

California Man Killed in Pedestrian Accident

Chrissie Cole — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 18:40:37 GMT

A pedestrian accident, early Sunday morning, claimed the life of a 31-year-old man as he walked in front of a vehicle that was heading eastbound on State Road 198, according to the California Highway Patrol.

The man, of Lemoore, was struck by a 2000 Isuzu Rodeo, according to reports by CHP. The woman driving the SUV was traveling at approximately 70 mph. She applied her brakes to avoid hitting the pedestrian, but was unsuccessful in doing so.

State Road 198 heading eastbound was closed for approximately two hours while officers investigated the accident.

If you or a loved one have suffered injuries in a pedestrian accident, you can use the form located on the right to contact one of our personal injury lawyers for a free and confidential consultation.

For more information on this subject, please visit our section on Pedestrian Accidents.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

Nissan Recalling Infinity QX4s and Pathfinders for Fire Hazard

Chrissie Cole — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 19:36:13 GMT

Nissan announced an automobile recall of about 372,350 Pathfinders and Infinity QX4 SUVS that will begin in November.

The recall affects 22 states that experience heavy snowfall that demands high concentrations of salt to help clear roads. On some of the recalled vehicles, the fuel filler tube was not properly coated to resist corrosion and surface rust may result on the tube.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said that when combined with heavy concentrations of road salt in the winter, a mixture of snow, water and salt could contact the bare metal of the fuel filler tube causing corrosion and perforating the tube.

"In this case" NHTSA warned, "fuel leakage may occur when filling the tank. Fuel leakages in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire," according to the federal safety regulators.

Nissan and Infinity dealers will begin recalling vehicles in November and will replace the fuel filler tube with a new tube and an improved coating process.

States included in the recall are: Connecticut, Delaware, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

Tragic Car Accident Claims the Lives of Three Small Children

Chrissie Cole — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 12:48:59 GMT

Three children were tragically killed in a car accident today, when the Ford Expedition they were driving in crashed with a Chevy Truck, driven by an off-duty Sheriff Deputy, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP).

The Expedition driven by the mother, 26, of Visalia, was traveling north on Road 172, according to an officer at the scene. The driver of the truck, 27, of Exeter, was traveling west on Avenue 336 when he failed to stop at a stop sign before turning onto Road 172.

The Truck broadsided the Expedition, causing both vehicles to spin out of control and into an orange grove at the northwest corner of the intersection.

The off-duty officer was not wearing a seatbelt, was ejected from the vehicle.

The three small children ages 2, 3 and 5 were riding in the backseat and did have seatbelts on. The child sitting in the middle in a car seat, was ejected from the vehicle due to the force of the crash, according to CHP.

All three children died at the scene. The mother suffered serious injuries and was transported by air helicopter to Regional Medical Center.

For more information on this subject, please visit our section on Car Accidents.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

Toddler Killed in Driveway Accident

Chrissie Cole — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 13:31:47 GMT

A driveway accident tragically claimed the life of a 14-month-old child this morning, when the father ran him over outside their home in North Hollywood, according to authorities.

The toddler was transported to the hospital where he died shortly after. The accident occurred at 7:20 a.m. this morning, according to a Los Angeles Police Officer.

The man, whose name has not been released, was backing the vehicle out of his driveway when the accident happened.

If you or a loved one has suffered injury in a car accident, you can use the form located on the right to contact one of our personal injury lawyer for a free consultation.

For more information on this topic, please see our section on Car & Motorcycle Accidents.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

Teen Ejected in Car Accident Involving Drunk Driver

Chrissie Cole — Fri, 31 Aug 2007 18:57:13 GMT

The driver of a speeding car suspected of driving while under the influence, veered off the road and struck a sign, causing his 17-year-old passenger, not wearing a seatbelt, to be ejected from the backseat , authorities said.

The passenger sustained serious injury in the car accident, according to California Highway patrol.

The accident occurred on Friday, at 2:45 a.m. when the 23-year-old driver of a 1988 Oldsmobile failed to manipulate a curve in the road. The driver lost control of the vehicle and spun onto the shoulder, hitting a curb and striking a sign.

The driver, who was wearing his seatbelt, was arrested on suspicion of felony driving under the influence. He suffered injuries in the crash but to what extent is unknown.

Please visit our section on Car and Motorcyle Accidents for more information.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

Volkswagen Recalling 2003 Audi A4 and A6

Chrissie Cole — Wed, 29 Aug 2007 12:56:48 GMT

Volkswagen of America has announced an automobile recall that will begin September 28, 2007.

The recall includes 34,358, 2003 Audi A4 and Audi A6 vehicles that are equipped with 1.8 liter turbo, 1.8 liter V6 and 3.0 liter engines.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says the fuel pump on the recalled vehicles can fail cutting off the fuel supply which can result in the engine stalling. The NHTSA warns an engine stall can "present a potential crash risk."

Audi dealers will install a new fuel pump free of charge. Owners may contact Volkswagen of American at 1-800-222-8987 or Audi at 1-800-822-2834.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

Pedestrian Struck by San Francisco Municipal Railway Bus

Chrissie Cole — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 10:24:53 GMT

A 40-year-old woman is in the hospital following a pedestrian accident this morning, when she was struck by a San Francisco Municipal Railway bus at 7:15 a.m., according to police.

The accident happened at 22nd Avenue and California Street, California Highway Patrol said.

Police report the woman was transported to San Francisco General Hospital. Her current condition and the extent of injuries she suffered in the accident, were not immediately known.

Officials are currently investigating the cause of the accident. A spokesperson for the San Francisco Municipal Railway could not be reached for comment.

If you or a loved one has suffered injuries in a pedestrian accident, you can use the form on the right to contact one of our personal injury lawyers for a free and confidential consultation.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

Police Officer Pulls Driver from Burning Vehicle

Chrissie Cole — Fri, 17 Aug 2007 19:22:59 GMT

A driver traveling on the Southland Freeway struck the center divider causing his engine to catch fire in a car accident on Friday. Trapped in the vehicle, the man owes his life to an L.A. police officer who pulled him from the burning vehicle.

To rescue him, the officer had to break the passenger window of the burning vehicle. Fortunately, the man only suffered a broken collar bone in the accident.

Prior to the accident, the officer was traveling behind the driver on the Freeway. A car sped by him and headed south on the freeway. The officer followed the vehicle to get the license plate number because he thought he may have fled a crime scene.

Turns out, the car was not stolen and the driver was sober, he was in a rush to get home.

For more information on this subject matter, please refer to the section on Car and Motorcycle Accidents.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole