Archive for the ‘ Motorcycle Accident ’ Category

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30
Jan

Road Rage Responsible For Fatal I-80 Crash

January 30, 2012

We have all experienced road rage at some point in time. What drivers don’t often realize is just how dangerous these careless actions can be.

Take for instance the fatal crash that occurred on I-80 near Richmond, California, last Wednesday morning. Reports on the accident from NBC-Bay Area News claim the driver who was killed “brake checked” the person behind him just before rolling his vehicle.

The accident happened in the westbound lanes of the highway at around 5:30 in the morning, near the exit for Carlson Boulevard. It was still dark when investigators say they believe the driver of a minivan made an unsafe lane change in an effort to get around a GMC pickup truck. The van passed the truck and then immediately cut in front of it. The van’s driver then firmly tapped his breaks, causing himself to lose control of the vehicle. The van screeched off the highway and collided with a barrier wall before rolling several times across the pavement. The minivan’s driver was killed instantly.

California highway patrol officers said that road rage accidents are completely avoidable when motorists drive responsibly.

The Bay Area Car Accident Lawyers with Berg Injury Lawyers suggest slower traffic keeping to the right and allowing other vehicles at least three car lengths of following space. They believe that following theses tips will greatly decrease your chances of getting into a dangerous road rage situation.

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16
Jan

Several Tips To Keep Motorists Safe During High Speed Pursuits

January 16, 2012

High-speed vehicle pursuits down the highway gets our adrenaline pumping in the movies. But what if you found yourself to be the helpless bystander of a real car chase during your daily commute? This happens almost on a daily basis across California, and observations have shown that most motorists don’t know what to do.

An article in The Sacramento Bee described a chase that occurred several weeks ago along California’s Highway 99. News footage shows that as the chase progresses, the cars around the chase acted as if nothing was happening. They stayed at the same speed and made no efforts to get out of the way.

California Highway Patrol (CHP) says that one reason this occurs is that drivers don’t scan their mirrors often enough. They suggest that motorists check all of their mirrors every 15-20 seconds.

If you find yourself in the middle of a high-speed pursuit, CHP Trooper Mike Bradley stated that you should not slow down, but turn on your right blinker and work your way over to the shoulder of the highway. If you see a crime scene ahead, pull over and stop well behind officer vehicles.

The California auto accident attorneys with Berg Injury Lawyers fight for victims who have been injured in accidents and support community safety campaigns throughout the year in order to prevent accidents. If you are the victim of a car accident, contact an experienced attorney today.

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27
Dec

Alameda Law Firm Offers Free Cab Rides Home on New Years Eve

December 26, 2011

In recent years, the holidays have become an increasingly dangerous time of year for driving in California. According to The Los Angeles Times, six people died on California highways over this past holiday weekend, and the California Highway Patrol made 889 suspected drunken driving arrests.

The California drunk driving victim attorneys with Berg Injury Lawyers are sponsoring a campaign in order to help combat the growing number of drunk drivers during the holidays. The firm will be offering free cab rides home to those who have been drinking on New Years Eve.

This will be the seventh year that the law firm has sponsored the Safe And Sober Cab Ride program, which offers a maximum $35 cab fair home to anyone needing a ride. The rides are provided only to a person’s residence, not to another drinking location. The cabs will be running from 10:00 PM Saturday, December 31 to 4:00 AM Sunday, January 1.

Call one of the following cab companies and tell them your ride home is on Berg Injury Lawyers:

  • Sacramento – Call Yellow Cab Company of Sacramento at (916) 444-2222. Patrons must be picked up at a restaurant, hotel, or bar within downtown Sacramento to qualify for a free ride.
  • Alameda, Oakland & Berkeley — Call Veterans Cab at (800) 281‐4488. Any fare exceeding $35 must be paid in cash.
  • San Francisco — Call Luxor Cab at (415) 282‐4141. 
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7
Nov

Richmond Teen Killed, Two Others Injured During Illegal Street Race

November 7, 2011

In Richmond this weekend a local teen died and two others were injured in an illegal street race crash. The Contra Costa Times reported yesterday that the accident happened around 1:15 Sunday morning, along a stretch of Richmond Parkway.

The street glistened as the two cars, a Nissan Altima and a BMW, floated down the asphalt that was freshly drenched with rain. The vehicles were locked neck-and-neck, when the 21-year-old driver of the Nissan hit a wet patch, lost control, and hit his friend’s BMW. The impact caused the BMW to spin out of control and flip several times before hitting a pole.

The driver of the BMW died at the scene of the crash, while his two passengers were urgently rushed to the John Muir Medical Center by helicopter in critical condition. The driver of the Nissan was unharmed, but investigators arrested him on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter and driving under the influence.

California issued 800 citations in 2001 for illegal racing-related infractions–a number that has grown significantly every year since. Now, it is estimated that 49 people are hurt and killed for every 1,000 individuals who participate in illegal street races.

The California Car Accident Attorneys with Berg Injury Lawyers would like to encourage anyone hurt in an accident at no fault of their own to contact them immediately for a free evaluation of your case.

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1
Aug

Berkeley Police Conduct Special Enforcement Operation for Motorcycle Safety

August 1, 2011

Police in the city of Berkeley, California (BPD) held a special traffic enforcement operation Saturday, focusing on the safety of motorcyclists along the state’s roadways. In order to reduce the number of motorcycle accidents, which often cause death or injuries, patrols were stationed in areas known to be prone to more frequent motorcycle accidents.

In these targeted areas, officers watch both vehicles and motorcyclists for violation of safety regulations, such as speeding, unsafe turning, and driving under the influence.

These special patrols were funded by Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grants from the California Office of Traffic Safety. These grants allow selected departments to purchase new equipment to educate the public on safety and enforce safety laws.

Officers say the best way for motorcycle enthusiasts to educate themselves is to attend one of the state’s rider training courses, which focus on safe handling and proper maneuvering of the bike, as well as special laws pertaining to motorcycles. More information on the programs can be found at www.CA-msp.org or by calling 1-877-RIDE. The organization responsible for the training, the California Motorcyclist Safety Program, has their annual Advisory Committee Meeting scheduled for later this month, and will discuss the current state of the program and future endeavors the group may get involved in.

California Motorcycle Accident Attorneys with Berg Injury Lawyers understand the importance of these programs, as California ranks in the top three states for motorcycle fatalities. Founding attorney William Berg discusses the common causes and effects of California motorcycle accidents in a recent interview.

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27
Apr

Police officer injured in San Francisco motorcycle accident

April 28, 2011

The San Francisco Examiner reports that a police officer was injured in the San Francisco motorcycle accident.

The San Fransisco police officer was thrown from his motorcycle on state Highway 24. The San Francisco motorcycle accident occurred after the motorcycle was bumped by another vehicle.

The police office was thrown from his bike and was taken to a local hospital with minor injuries. The other drive was not injured and is cooperating with authorities.

Police are still investigating the San Francisco motorcycle accident. The office was driving to work at the time of the crash. San Francisco allows officers to take their motorcycles home.

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Do you think having motorcycles officers is too dangerous?

If you have been injured in a San Francisco motorcycle accident, the San Francisco motorcycle accident lawyers at Berg Injury Lawyers can help you.

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5
Aug

Motorcyclist killed in Modesto motorcycle accident

The Modesto Bee reports that a motorcyclist was killed in a Modesto motorcycle accident.

The Modesto motorcycle accident happened as the motorcyclist was driving westbound on East Orangeburg road and collided with a Honda Accord traveling eastbound.

The 43-year-old male suffered fatal injuries to his head and upper body after hitting the car and then the pavement in the Modesto motorcycle accident. The victim was wearing a helmet at the time of the Modesto motorcycle accident, but the type of helmet did not cover his whole head.

Police are unsure who is to blame for the Modesto motorcycle accident.

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Do you think states should enact helmet laws, and make specifications as to the type of helmet to prevent injuries in Modesto motorcycle accidents? Perhaps if the motorcyclist had been wearing a more protective helmet, his life would have been saved.

If your loved one has been the victim of a Modesto motorcycle accident, the Modesto motorcycle accident attorneys at Berg Injury Lawyers can help you.

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27
May

Motorcyclist killed in San Jose auto accident

May 27, 2010

Motorcycles can be dangerous vehicles. Do you think they are worth the risk? Do you ride a motorcycle or participate in any other activity that is known for its inherent danger?

KYVU reports that a man was killed in a San Jose motorcycle accident. The San Jose motorcycle accident happened as the man was heading west on Bernal Way. The man crashed into a parked car, and the impact made him fly off the motorcycle and land under the car.

San Jose Firefighters were the first responders on the scene, and they pulled the 47-year-old man out from under the vehicle. He was pronounced dead at the scene of the San Jose motorcycle accident. Police are investigating if mechanical failure played a role in the San Jose motorcycle accident.

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Have you been injured in a San Jose motorcycle accident? The California motorcycle accident lawyers at Berg Injury Lawyers can help.

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23
Apr

California Highway Patrol officer injured in motorcycle accident

April 23, 2009

The Mercury News reports that a man was injured in a California motorcycle accident.

The California motorcycle accident happened around 7:30am in the northbound lanes of Highway 101, just south of Harney Road.  According to a preliminary investigation, the motorcycle collided with another vehicle in the California motorcycle accident.

The person on the cycle was a California Highway Patrol motorcycle officer. He suffered minor injuries in the crash.

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The California motorcycle accident lawyers at Berg Injury Lawyers can help if you were injured in a motorcycle accident.

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23
Oct

One killed in Sacramento motorcycle accident

October 23, 2008

The Sacramento Bee reported that one man was killed in a Sacramento motorcycle accident.

The motorcyclist was headed north on Bader Road when he hit an airport shuttle van that had just pulled out of a driveway. The driver was thrown from the motorcycle and died at the scene of the California motorcycle accident.

The driver of the shuttle van was not injured, although a van passenger suffered minor injuries and was taken to a local hospital for treatment.

The Sacramento motorcycle accident is still under investigation.

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