An elderly man who was killed in a car accident in Inglewood has been identified as 71-year-old Ruben Crummie. CBS News reports that the deadly collision happened on Crenshaw Boulevard near Hardy Street the night of February 2, 2012 when Crummie got out of his stalled truck to go across the street and get gas. He was hit by two vehicles. While the first driver stopped, the second vehicle drove away. Police are looking for that hit-and-run driver. Crummie died from his injuries.

My heartfelt sympathies go out to everyone who knew and loved Ruben Crummie for their terrible loss. Crummie was apparently helping a friend move a mattress when this hit-and-run car accident occurred. Tragic! Please keep Crummie’s family members in your thoughts and prayers.

Pedestrian Accidents

There were 179 deaths and 4,918 injuries involving pedestrian accidents in Los Angeles County in 2009, according to California Highway Patrol’s Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Inglewood, one person died and three were injured as a result of pedestrian accidents during the same year.

Laws and Liability Issues

Under California Vehicle Code Section 20001 (a), motorists who are involved in an accident are required to stop immediately, remain at the scene and most importantly, help the injured victim. While the first driver stopped in this case, the second driver fled the scene leaving the critically injured Crummie lying on the roadway. Unconscionable!

I hope that officials will find this driver and prosecute him or her to the fullest extent of the law. If you have any information about this incident, please visit our web site at www.hitandrunreward.com to offer an anonymous tip and become eligible to receive a $1,000 reward.

It would be in the best interests of victims’ families to seek the counsel of a skilled Los Angeles personal injury lawyer, who will protect their legal rights. The best personal injury law firms will always offer a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation to injured victims and their families.

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A car accident in Santa Ana proved fatal for a U.S. Navy veteran identified as 55-year-old Jose Javier Diaz. CBS News reports that the fatal pedestrian accident happened in the 400 block of South Broadway Street the night of January 28, 2012. Diaz was struck by two vehicles – a northbound white pickup truck and a southbound green Ford Mustang with a black convertible top – both of which left the scene of the crash. Diaz suffered fatal injuries. Police are still looking for the hit-and-run vehicles and their drivers.

My heartfelt sympathies go out to everyone who knew and loved Jose Javier Diaz, the victim of this hit-and-run car accident. This grieving family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Pedestrian Accidents

There were 41 fatalities and 864 injuries involving pedestrian accidents in Orange County, according to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Santa Ana, there were seven fatalities and 145 injuries involving pedestrian accidents in 2009.

Hit-and-Run

Police suspect that Diaz was walking in an area where there was no crosswalk. However, that does not excuse drivers from exercising due care and caution. Most importantly, California Vehicle Code Section 20001 (a) requires drivers to stop and remain at the scene of a crash. In this particular case, both the drivers fled the scene leaving this critically injured victim lying on the roadway. It is an appalling act, which shows a callous disregard for human life.

Protecting Victims' Rights

If you have any information about these drivers or vehicles, please visit our dedicated hit-and-run web site at www.hitandrunreward.com to offer an anonymous tip and to become eligible to receive a $1,000 reward.

It would be in the best interests of victims' families to seek the counsel of a skilled Santa Ana personal injury lawyer, who will analyze all aspects of the incident and make sure that the negligent parties are held liable. A knowledgeable car accident lawyer will also advise victims' families about how their own auto insurance policy might apply to an incident where the hit-and-run driver is not found, or, in a case where the at-fault party is uninsured or underinsured.

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A car accident in San Bernardino involving a hit-and-run driver proved fatal for a Huntington Beach man identified as Victor Joseph Scallo. The Orange County Register reports that the fatal hit-and-run crash occurred the morning of January 22, 2012 near the intersection of San Bernardino Avenue and Commerce Street in Fontana. Scallo died at the scene, but the driver fled. Officials are still looking for the hit-and-run driver who is at large.

My heartfelt sympathies go out to everybody who knew and loved Victor Joseph Scallo, the victim of this hit-and-run car accident. This grieving family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Pedestrian Accidents

There were 39 deaths and 440 injuries involving pedestrian accidents in San Bernardino County, according to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Fontana, there were no fatalities, but 44 injuries reported as a result of pedestrian accidents during the same year.

Laws and Liability Issues

According to California Vehicle Code Section 20001 (a), drivers are required to stop at the scene of the crash and remain until authorities arrive. Drivers are also required to exchange pertinent information with the other parties involved in the collision and most importantly, offer help to injured victims. This could be as simple as calling 911. Yet, the driver in this case made a choice to leave the injured victim lying on the roadway without care or medical attention, exposed to further danger. Despicable!

If you have any information about this accident, please visit our web site, www.hitandrunreward.com. Our site allows witnesses to provide an anonymous tip and become eligible to receive a $1,000 reward. This site is part of our effort to partner with the community and hold these drivers accountable.

It would be in the best interests of victims' families to seek the counsel of a skilled San Bernardino personal injury lawyer who will analyze all aspects of the incident and ensure that the negligent parties are held liable. The best personal injury law firms will always offer a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation to injured victims and their families.

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A car accident in Los Angeles involving a hit-and-run driver, resulted in life-threatening injuries for 3-year-old Lany Castillo the afternoon of January 13, 2012. CBS Los Angeles reports that the injury crash happened at the intersection of Mulberry Drive and Laurel Avenue in Whittier. Police say 25-year-old Matthew Parker of Garden Grove was under the influence and driving at an excessive rate of speed when he blew through a red light at the intersection and collided with a Toyota Corolla. Lany, who was a passenger in the Toyota suffered severe head injuries. Her grandmother, Estella Garcia, and her grandfather, Jorge Garcia, 55, were also injured. Parker left the scene, but was apprehended shortly afterward and charged with felony DUI and hit-and-run.

My heart goes out to little Lany, her grandparents and their family members for what they are going through at this time. I pray for a speedy and complete recovery for these victims.

Drunk Driving Collisions

There were 204 deaths and 4,672 injuries involving DUI collisions in Los Angeles County, according to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Whittier, two people were killed and 47 were injured due to alcohol-related crashes in 2009.

Laws and Liability Issues

If the details of this news report are accurate, it appears that Parker violated a number of laws here. First, he was driving under the influence. According to California Vehicle Code Section 23152 (a): "It is unlawful for any person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug, or under the combined influence of any alcoholic beverage and drug, to drive a vehicle." Officials say he was speeding and then, ran a red light at the intersection, which is a violation of California Vehicle Code Section 21453 (a). Finally, he left three injured victims – a toddler and her grandparents – on the roadway as he fled the scene. Despicable! I'm relieved to hear that this hit-and-run suspect was apprehended.

It would be in the best interests of injured victims in such cases to seek the counsel of an experienced Los Angeles personal injury lawyer, who will stay abreast of the official investigation and ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected. A knowledgeable car accident attorney will also advise victims in such cases about how their own car insurance policy applies to an incident where the at-fault driver is uninsured or underinsured.

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A car accident in San Diego resulted in major injuries for a 20-year-old skateboarder the evening of January 9, 2012. City News Service reports that the incident, which involved a hit-and-run driver, occurred near the intersection of Oleander Avenue and Alamitos Way in San Marcos. Police say the victim was riding a skateboard in the area when he was struck. The driver left the scene, but was arrested shortly afterward. The man who was hit sustained severe head trauma. An investigation is ongoing.

My thoughts and prayers are with the victim of this hit-and-run car accident. I pray that he recovers swiftly and fully from whatever injuries he has sustained.

Car Accidents

There were 217 deaths and 12,998 injuries involving car accidents in San Diego County, according to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of San Marcos, three people died and 271 were injured as a result of car accidents during the same year.

Laws and Liability Issues

California Vehicle Code Section 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." Not only is leaving the scene of a crash against the law, but it is an unconscionable act. This report states that the driver left this young man on the roadway bleeding and critically injured. In these cases, prompt medical attention could make the difference between life and death. The least this driver could have done was to stop, contact authorities and get help for the critically injured victim. However, I'm relieved to hear that the suspect has been arrested.

It would be in the best interests of injured victims to seek the counsel of a skilled San Diego personal injury lawyer, who will analyze all aspects of the incident and ensure that the negligent parties are held liable. A knowledgeable car accident attorney will also advise victims and their families about how their own car insurance policy might apply to an incident where the at-fault driver is uninsured or underinsured.

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A car accident in Riverside left a 62-year-old woman seriously injured the evening of January 4, 2012. The Press-Enterprise reports that the injury collision happened at the intersection of Heacock Street and Kernwood Drive in Moreno Valley. Police said a Honda car struck the woman who was crossing the roadway. The driver did not stop and fled the scene. The suspect vehicle has been described as a 1990s model two-door Honda with a black hood. The woman was transported to a hospital with fractures and head trauma. Police are still looking for the hit-and-run driver.

My thoughts and prayers are with the victim of this hit-and-run car accident who has been severely injured. I pray for her swift and full recovery.

Pedestrian Accidents

There were 39 deaths and 370 injuries involving pedestrian accidents in Riverside County in 2009, according to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Moreno Valley, one person was killed and 24 were injured in pedestrian accidents in 2009.

Laws and Liability Issues

Under California Vehicle Code 20001 (a), it is illegal for a motorist to leave the scene of a car accident. Motorists are required to stop, remain at the scene, exchange information with the other parties and most importantly, render aid to the injured victim. However, the driver in this case did none of the above. Instead, this driver fled the scene leaving the injured woman lying on the roadway. Despicable!

If you have any information at all about this incident, please visit our web site at www.hitandrunreward.com to offer an anonymous tip and become eligible for a $1,000 reward. This web site is a part of our effort to help law enforcement officials apprehend hit-and-run drivers and hold them accountable.

It would be in the best interests of hit-and-run victims to seek the counsel of a skilled Riverside personal injury lawyer, who will advise them about their legal rights and options. A knowledgeable car accident attorney will also advise injured victims about how their own auto insurance policy might apply to a hit-and-run crash where the driver is not found, or, in an incident where the at-fault driver is uninsured or underinsured.

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A car accident in Los Angeles involving a suspected drunk driver proved fatal for 26-year-old comedian Angelo Bowers, early morning on January 3, 2012. KTLA News reports that the deadly collision happened at the intersection of Vine and Yucca streets in Hollywood, when a Toyota Matrix struck the Jeep Wrangler in which Bowers was a passenger. Officials determined that the 21-year-old driver of the Toyota was under the influence and caused a hit-and-run collision in Hollywood just five minutes prior to the fatal crash. Bowers died from his injuries a few hours after the crash, while the driver of the Jeep, Josh Adam Meyers, suffered severe injuries. The driver of the Toyota faces felony DUI and murder charges.

My heartfelt sympathies go out to Bowers' family, friends and fellow comedians following this tragic crash. I also pray that Meyers recovers swiftly and fully from his serious injuries.

DUI Statistics

There were 204 deaths and 4,672 injuries involving DUI collisions in Los Angeles County in 2009, according to California Highway Patrol’s Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Los Angeles, 83 people were killed and 2,218 were injured as a result of alcohol-related crashes in 2009.

Laws and Liability Issues

Driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs is illegal under California Vehicle Code Section 23152 (a). Driving with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 percent and above is illegal under that section. Also, this driver fled the scene of an earlier accident, which is against the law.

Drunk drivers, in addition to facing criminal charges, can be held civilly liable for the damages and losses they cause. In such cases, injured victims and families of deceased victims can seek compensation from the at-fault driver for damages. Victims and their families would be well advised to contact an experienced Los Angeles personal injury lawyer, who will stay on top of the official investigation and ensure that the negligent parties are held accountable.

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Police have arrested a 29-year-old woman in connection with a car accident in Garden Grove, which left 54-year-old Gregory Martin critically injured. The Orange County Register reports that the major injury collision occurred the evening of December 28, 2011 on West Street. Martin was crossing the roadway when a Dodge Magnum driven by Guadalupe Quinonez struck him. The driver did not stop and left the scene. Shortly afterward, Martin was struck again and dragged several hundred feet by a white Ford Explorer. This time, the driver stopped and called police. Martin sustained critical injuries. Quinonez, who abandoned her vehicle in Santa Ana, but later turned herself in to authorities and is facing felony hit-and-run charges.

My thoughts and prayers are with the severely injured Gregory Martin after this horrific hit-and-run car accident. I pray for his swift and full recovery.

Pedestrian Accidents

There were 41 deaths and 864 injuries in Orange County pedestrian accidents in 2009, according to California Highway Patrol's Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Garden Grove, four people were killed and 45 were injured as a result of pedestrian accidents in 2009.

Hit-and-Run Law

Under California Vehicle Code 2001 (a), motorists involved in car accidents are required to stop immediately, wait for authorities to arrive, exchange information with other parties at the scene and most importantly, obtain help for the injured victim. In this case, the driver did none of the above. Instead, she left him on the roadway exposed to further danger. Unconscionable! In my opinion, leaving the scene of a crash is inexcusable. It doesn't matter if you are panicked or scared. Stopping at the scene of a crash is about being responsible and helping an injured person regardless of whose fault the accident was.

Victims' Claim for Compensation

It would be in the best interests of victims in such cases to seek the counsel of a skilled Garden Grove personal injury lawyer, who will protect their rights. A skilled car accident attorney will be able to better inform a victim in such cases about how his or her auto insurance policy applies to an incident where the at-fault motorist is uninsured or underinsured.

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A car accident in Los Angeles, which involved a hit-and-run driver, resulted in the death of 22-year-old Anthony Medina the night of December 15, 2011. KABC reports that the fatal pedestrian accident occurred on Olympic Boulevard in East Los Angeles when Medina was struck while crossing the road. The driver of the vehicle that hit him did not stop.

Officials are seeking the public's help to locate the hit-and-run vehicle and suspect. A video of the crash has been posted online to help identify the vehicle and suspect. The suspect vehicle has been described as a 2008 or 2010 model blue Subaru Impreza. An investigation into this hit-and-run car accident is ongoing.

My heartfelt sympathies go out to everyone who knew and loved Anthony Medina for their tragic loss. This grieving family will be in my prayers.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

There were 179 deaths and 4,918 injuries involving pedestrian accidents in Los Angeles County in 2009, according to California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Los Angeles, 82 people were killed and 2,630 were injured in pedestrian accidents in 2009.

Laws and Liability Issues

California Vehicle Code Section 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." In addition to being illegal, leaving the scene of a crash is simply an irresponsible and unconscionable act. If you have any information about this accident, please visit our web site, www.hitandrunreward.com. Our site allows witnesses to provide an anonymous tip and become eligible to receive a $1,000 reward. I trust officials will find this driver and prosecute him or her to the fullest extent of the law.

It would be in the best interests of victims' families in such cases to contact a skilled Los Angeles personal injury lawyer, who will advise them about their legal rights and options. A knowledgeable car accident attorney will also be able to determine whether a dangerous roadway condition caused or contributed to the incident. If that was the case, the city or governmental agency responsible for maintaining that roadway can also be held liable. Under California Government Code Section 911.2, any personal injury or wrongful death claim against a governmental agency must be filed within 180 days of the incident.

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A car accident in Anaheim involving a hit-and-run driver resulted in injuries for 21-year-old Monica Varillas the morning of December 19, 2011. The Orange County Register reports that the injury collision happened at the intersection of Euclid Street and Catherine lane, when a driver in a Chevy Cavalier made a left turn in front of the victim's Honda Civic. The vehicles collided and Varillas was injured. Her 1-year-old child was not harmed. The man who was driving the Cavalier abandoned his vehicle and fled on foot. Officials are looking for the hit-and-run driver who is at large.

It is indeed fortunate that the child was not injured in this hit-and-run car accident. I pray for Monica Varillas' speedy and complete recovery. Please keep this family in your prayers.

Orange County Crash Statistics

There were 141 deaths and 13,373 injuries involving Orange County car accidents in 2009, according to California Highway Patrol's 2009 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In the city of Anaheim, 29 fatalities and 1,970 injuries were reported as a result of car accidents in 2009.

Leaving the Scene of a Crash

It appears from this news report that not only did the driver of the Chevy Cavalier fail to yield the right-of-way to Varillas, but he also caused a crash and fled the scene leaving the victims, including a young child, on the roadway. Appalling! In addition to being inhumane and irresponsible, leaving the scene of a crash is also illegal under California law.

California Vehicle Code Section 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."

Holding Wrongdoers Accountable

If you have any information about the incident or suspect, please visit our web site at www.hitandrunreward.com to offer an anonymous tip and become eligible for a $1,000 reward. A knowledgeable Anaheim personal injury lawyer will help advise injured victims in such cases about their legal rights and options.

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