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Helicopter Leaves Pilot Seriously Injured

Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 00:35:00 GMT

In El Segunda, CA at around ten in the morning of Sunday, March 13, a helicopter was working to lift a large air-conditioning unit off of an office complex roof. The pilot lost control of the helicopter when the cord got stuck on an unknown object, which left the helicopter swaying slightly before it inevitably crashed into the side of the building.

The helicopter accident left the pilot with serious injuries, such as burn injuries, broken bones and lacerations, however, he is expected to make a full recovery. No other injuries have been reported, although two floors of the building reportedly caught on fire following the accident.

Helicopter accidents are serious and can cause serious injuries - although none were victimized in this beyond the pilot, it is not unlikely that an accident of this nature could result in catastrophic injuries, and possibly even wrongful death.

For this reason, if you or loved one have been involved in a helicopter accident, do not hesitate to contact a Los Angeles helicopter accident lawyer as soon as possible from the Law Offices of Lee Arter. With a reputation for hard-hitting and experienced advice, they have proven over the years that they have what it takes to provide their clients with effective and knowledgeable representation.

If you choose to work with a personal injury attorney at their firm, you will be able to experience the difference that having an advocate can make. Your rights are important and your future will be at stake - you cannot treat something of this nature flippantly. For this reason, do not waste another moment. The sooner that you are able to receive the support and guidance of a knowledgeable injury lawyer, the sooner you will be able to get yourself one step closer towards the resolution of your case.

Los Angeles Case for Train Accident Survivors Seeks to Allocate Money

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:21:00 GMT

Two and a half years ago, a train accident left more than a hundred passengers injured and 25 dead when a passenger train hit a freight train head-on. It is reported than the passenger train's engineer was sending a text message when he went through the red signal.

The injuries and aftermath were nothing short of horrific - leaving passengers with spinal cord damage, neck injuries, broken bones and other catastrophic injuries. This led to enormous medical bills, the loss of enjoyment of life, and in many instances, victims were unable to return to work from the damages incurred.

These same victims are now fighting for their piece of the $200 million settlement - a federal liability cap set in 1997 that allows for no more than this amount to be allocated to cases of this nature. Federal law limits the amount that can be given in a settlement so that large train systems, such as Amtrak, do not go under if they are faced with a lawsuit.

This presents a heavy price for victims who are left to fight for their just amount of compensation. By proving the extent of the damages that they suffered from, as well as by working to prove the future effect that the accident will leave on their lives, they are left to fight tooth and nail to protect their interests.

In cases of this nature, having an experienced personal injury lawyer on your side is an invaluable asset. Due to the complexity, as well as the high stakes that they will be facing, victims need to be confident they are working with a heavyweight who will be willing to go the distance for them.

If you are currently facing a case of this nature or complexity, do not hesitate to contact a Los Angeles accident attorney at the Law Office of Lee Arter as soon as possible. With an impeccable reputation and an unwavering dedication to the best interests of their clients, they have proven time and time again that they have what it takes - even in the most daunting of situations.

New Year's Eve Los Angeles Car Accident

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 23:20:00 GMT

While no one ever expects to require the assistance of a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer to file a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf a loved one killed in a car accident, such a sad situation resulted on New Years.

Returning home from a New Year's eve party, a husband and wife driving in an Infiniti were involved in a fatal car accident when another car drove through a red light as they were being chased by police. The vehicle that was being chased by the police was a white Geo Prism which first started to be chased by police as they drove through another red light at Van Ness Avenue near Florence Avenue on late Friday night in Los Angeles. The driver of the fleeing vehicle was Jorge Alberto Molina, age 27, from Culver City, California. Upon the Geo Prism striking the Infiniti at the intersection of Florence and Crenshaw, the Infiniti rolled over and struck a nearby pole killing both the husband, Kelvin Dorsey, and wife, Demetria Dorsey. The driver of the Geo Prism attempted to flee the scene, but he was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and booked on two counts of murder with a $1 million dollar bail. If anyone has any additional information regarding this tragic incident, please call the police.

If you were injured in a personal injury or car accident which may have resulted in wrongful death, please contact our Los Angeles personal injury lawyer for a free consultation at 800-715-4489.

$10 Million Settlement for Lexus Car Accident Wrongful Death

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 23:40:00 GMT

Toyota just settled a Lexus car accident which occurred in 2009, which resulted in the wrongful death of an off-duty California Highway Patrol Officer, Mark Saylor, his wife, their daughter and the CHP Officer's brother-in-law. They were traveling on a San Diego freeway when a product defect caused their Lexus to reach speeds in excess of 120 mph whereby they struck an SUV, were forced into an embankment, which caused their vehicle to be involved in a car rollover-accident ultimately resulting in their vehicle bursting into flames. After this tragic car accident, accident investigators determined that an incorrectly sized floor mat trapped the car's accelerator which ultimately was the result of this auto accident. This accident was one of the primary reasons Toyota recalled millions of its cars to fix the accelerator pedal issues which may have saved hundreds or thousands of other people's lives. Where the settlement was reached for $10 million dollars.

If you have been injured in an auto accident caused by a product defect, please speak to our car accident attorney or our Los Angeles personal injury lawyer for a free consultation at 800-715-4489 today!

Mulholland Drive, Multi-vehicle Car Accident on 405 Freeway

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 02:35:00 GMT

Five cars were involved in an auto accident this morning near Mulholland Drive on the 405 Freeway. The Los Angeles Fire Department and paramedics responded to the scene around 7:30 am and found 5 cars wrecked from the rainy morning crash. The details of the accident remain unclear, but it is likely that several people sustained serious injuries.

The recent rain storms have caused the roads to be extremely slippery and dangerous to travel on. Many driver fail to adhere to the rules of safety when it comes to traveling at high speeds in the rain and the result is a car accident. If you or a loved one have been injured in this kind of an accident you should speak with a Los Angeles personal injury attorney today.

Call us today for a free initial consultation at 800-715-4489.

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Rainy Day Car Accidents on Los Angeles Freeways

Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney — Sat, 18 Dec 2010 01:56:00 GMT

It has been raining the entire day and many of our local freeways have been backed up with traffic caused by Los Angeles car accidents. When it rains the roads get very slippery and people tend to drive a little too fast for the weather. Right now the 5 Freeway back up with cars trying to get home for the weekend. More than likely this traffic jam was caused by an auto accident of some kind. These accidents often result in serious injuries or the wrongful death of a passenger.

In the event of a serious accident you should consult with a Los Angeles personal injury attorney. We can help you file an injury claim and take the necessary actions to recovering compensation for your injuries.

Call us today at 800-715-4489 for a free initial consultation.

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5 Freeway, 4 Killed in Car Accident

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 05:58:00 GMT

On Monday December 13, 2010 four people were killed in an automobile accident on the 5 Freeway. According to authorities there were several passengers in the vehicle, but not all of them were wearing their seat belts at the time of the car accident. One man was thrown from the vehicle and sustained serious head injuries. According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP) the men were traveling to work in a mini van when they hit a tire rim on the freeway. The van flipped over and resulted in the wrongful death of 4 men and the serious injury of the other passengers.

Our Los Angeles personal injury attorneys are heart broken to hear about this tragedy. Our hearts go out to the family and friends of these men. We have seen many families face very difficult times and we have helped many families in those time. Won't you allow us to help you? The last thing you should have to think about is how you will survive filing an injury lawsuit. Well you don't have to because we are here to help!

Call 800-715-4489 for a free initial consultation with an experienced Los Angeles injury lawyer.

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Distracted Driving, A Growing Concern in Glendale Car Accidents

Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 06:20:00 GMT

The mayor of Glendale expressed his concerns about distracted drivers in the area and the surrounding Los Angeles areas. Recently there have been a number of car accidents and pedestrian accidents resulting in fatalities. In September a young woman was texting while driving on a local street and she struck an 80 year old man. That man was killed in the auto accident and the young woman was charged.

Residents of Los Angeles County should be concerned about the distracted driver "epidemic" as well because texting while driving is a serious issue on local freeways. Truck drivers, bicyclists, motorcyclist and all other drivers have been seen using their cell phone while operating a vehicle. This is dangerous and caused fatal accidents all of the time.

If you have been injured in an accident involving a distracted driver call a Los Angeles personal injury attorney today for a free initial consultation. We are here to represent injury victims of all kinds of accident, so call us today!

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Call a Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney Today!

Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 07:35:00 GMT

Have you recently been injured in a a car accident or trucking accident? It is important for your to contact an experienced Los Angeles personal injury attorney today. At the Law Offices of Lee Arter we handle cases involving:

auto accidents

bicycle accidents

pedestrians

head injures
spinal cord injuries

wrong death, etc.

It is difficult to go through the process of filing an injury case and that is why we are here to help you! Call us today for your free initial consolation.

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Woman Killed in Train Accident on 10 Freeway

Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 06:51:00 GMT

A woman was killed earlier tonight in a train accident on the 10 Freeway. According to authorities the woman was boxed in on the tracks in a traffic jam when a Union Pacific freight came crashing into her car. The woman was instantly killed in the auto accident and the details remain under investigation. Reports said that traffic on the 10 was shut down for a few areas.

Our hearts go out to the family and friends of this woman. At a time of loss such as this it is important to seek the legal help needed to file an injury claim. If you have been injured in a car accident contact a Los Angeles personal injury attorney from our law office today. Call us at 800-715-4489 for a free case evaluation.

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19 Year Old Killed in Car Accident on 118 Freeway

Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 02:38:00 GMT

David Garcia was thrown from his vehicle in an auto accident on Dec.5, 2010. The crash happened when he lost control of his 2008 Scion and went into an embankment. The car accident happened near the 210 and 118 freeway connector. The California Highway Patrol reported that Garcia suffered a fatal head injury in the Los Angeles car accident. The intersection near Paxton Street and Foothill Boulevard were searched by local authorities to see if there were any other victims in the vehicle at the time of the wreck.

What a story about a young man losing his life in an automobile accident. This could be a case of reckless driving, or a product malfunction. If this car accident was caused by a defective product the family of the deceased should seek compensation for their loss.

If you would like to find our more about recovering compensation for injuries, or the wrongful death of a loved one, contact a Los Angeles personal injury attorney right away!

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Fatal Los Angeles Motorcycle Accident, 1 Killed and 2 injured

Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 07:20:00 GMT

A young man was killed in a motorcycle accident in Torrance, CA on Tuesday December 7, 2910. Two other people were seriously injured in the auto accident which happened when the motorcycle crashed into a car that was turning left. The collision happened at Anza Avenue in the early afternoon. The scene of the accident was closed for several hours while local authorities conducted their investigation. Anyone who witnessed the accident is encouraged to contact the local police department with any information.

This Los Angeles car accident could have been caused by a driver who failed to yield while making a left turn at the intersection, or it could have been caused by a speeding motorcyclist. No matter what the cause or negligent act associated with this tragedy, people were critically injured and one man is dead. This is a case that calls for the experienced representation of a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer from our law office.

If you have been injured, call us today! We offer free initial consultations when you call 800-715-4489.

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Should you Contact a Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer?

Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 07:31:00 GMT

When should you contact an injury lawyer? After an accident is when you should contact a Los Angeles personal injury attorney. If you have ever been involved in a car accident you may be facing high medical bills or a life time of physical pain and suffering. We would like to offer you the legal advice that you need in order to move forward with an injury claim. You deserve compensation for your injuries and we are here to help you fight for your rights.

Call 800-715-4489 today and speak with one of our attorneys about your accident. We offer free initial consultations, so call us today.

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8 Seriously Injured in Los Angeles Train Accident

Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 07:40:00 GMT

There was a train accident involving the Metro Blue Line on December 2, 2010 that injured 8 people. The train collided with a van that was apparently stalled on the tracks. According to authorities the crash happened at East 41st street and Long Beach Avenue. The injury victims were passengers on the train. The driver and the passenger of the mini van were able to escape the vehicle before the train ran into it. Reports revealed that this might be a DUI related Los Angeles auto accident.

Our hearts go out to the victims of this wreck and we think its important to offer our legal services to anyone who has been involved in an accident caused by negligence. Call a Los Angeles personal injury attorney today if you have sustained any type of injury in an accident.

Call 800-715-4489 for a free initial consultation today!

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Serious Car Accident in Valencia Involving Pick Up Truck

Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 07:10:00 GMT

Have you been injured in a recent car accident caused by the negligence of another driver? If so than you should speak with an experienced Los Angeles personal injury attorney about your case today! We are here to help individuals who have been injured in a serious accident.

Just last week on Monday morning a pick up truck drove out into traffic and caused a serious auto accident in Valencia. At least one person in the crash sustained severe whiplash and it is likely that other types of injuries were caused to other victims. This a side impact t-bone accident and reports say that the truck spun around during the incident and that the driver is lucky to be alive.

If you or your loved one were involved in this wreck, or any other type of Los Angeles car accident, you should call 800-715-4489 today!