On Tuesday morning in San Jose, a bicyclist was struck and killed at the intersection of Senter Road and E. Capitol Expressway. According to CBS News and ABC 7 News, the incident occurred around 7:00 am, when a red Chevrolet Silverado speeding westbound ran a red light, entered the intersection, and hit a bicyclist going northbound. The Chevrolet then hit a white Ford truck that was also traveling northbound.   The bicyclist suffered major injuries and died at the scene. The Chevrolet driver attempted to flee the scene but was caught by a good Samaritan and taken into custody by pol ..read more

On Tuesday night, a toddler was critically injured in a two-vehicle crash in Chula Vista. The collision happened around 11:45 pm at the East Palomar Street and Brandywine Avenue intersection, according to Patch. Police arrived to find the child unresponsive. She was transported to a trauma center, where she remained in critical condition. Three women in the other involved vehicle had complaints of pain and were taken to a hospital.    The driver of the car that contained the child was arrested on suspicion of multiple offenses, including driving under the influence and child en ..read more

On Tuesday night in East Los Angeles, a man was arrested on suspicion of fatally striking a pedestrian with his car. According to KTLA, the man was driving a red Toyota Celica when he hit the victim at the intersection of Olympic and Atlanta boulevards around 11:00 pm. The driver the fled the scene. Authorities later located his wrecked Toyota in the parking lot of a casino, a short distance from the site of the collision.   Police eventually tracked the man to a residence in Larchmont, about 14 miles away from the crash site. He was taken into custody early Wednesday morning. At th ..read more

On Saturday evening in Madera County, an 11-year-old was killed in a three-vehicle crash on Highway 41. According to Your Central Valley, officers responded to the crash around 5:30 pm, just south of Jewel Vista Drive. A man was driving southbound on Highway 41 in a 2015 GMC Yukon, while another man was driving northbound in a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado at the same time. A 2017 Buick Envision was driving directly behind the Chevrolet.   The GMC driver lost control due to the rainy weather and ended up overcorrecting, causing the GMC to veer into the northbound lane and into the path o ..read more

On Sunday morning, a man was killed in a rollover crash on State Route 163 southbound, north of Friars Road. The incident took place around 4:00 am when the driver of a Nissan Maxima veered off the roadway and crashed into a tree, according to Fox 5 San Diego. The Nissan overturned from the force of the crash, ejecting the driver from the car. The driver suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.   All traffic lanes of SR-163 southbound, north of Friars Road were shut down during the investigation. At the time of the report, it was unknown if driving under the inf ..read more

Premises liability cases often hinge on the duty of property owners to maintain safe conditions for visitors and guests. In California, inadequate lighting can play a pivotal role in such claims, posing significant risks to individuals' safety.   In this article, we delve into the importance of adequate lighting on properties and how it factors into premises liability cases in the state.  Understanding Premises Liability  Premises liability refers to the legal responsibility of property owners to ensure that their premises are reasonably safe for visitors. This duty extends ..read more

In recent years, California has witnessed a concerning trend: a rise in dog bite incidents that have resulted in injuries and fatalities. This uptick in dog attacks has prompted discussions about responsible pet ownership, breed-specific legislation, and the need for greater public awareness.   Contributing Factors and Potential Solutions  According to data from animal control agencies and healthcare providers, dog bite incidents in California have been on the rise. From minor bites to severe attacks causing significant injuries or even death, these incidents have raised alarm b ..read more

On Thursday afternoon, an elderly woman was killed and another seriously injured in a hit-and-run in University Park. The accident took place around 1:20 pm near the Magnolia Avenue and West Adams Boulevard intersection, according to KTLA. The women had exited the Metro bus around 1:00 pm and were walking home when they were run over by a suspect backing out of a driveway. The suspect fled eastbound on West 25th Street.   One of the women died at the scene, and the other was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. At the time of the report, the suspect had not been found. Fami ..read more

On Wednesday night in south San Jose, a man was killed and three children were injured in a single-vehicle crash on State Route 85. The collision happened south of Cottle Road around 7:10 pm, according to The Mercury News. The man was driving a 2002 Toyota Sequoia northbound in the fast lane when he swerved into the center median. The vehicle then collided with a metal guardrail before eventually coming to a stop in the fast lane.   The man died at the scene as a result of his injuries. The three young children were taken to the hospital with minor injuries. At the time of the repor ..read more

On Tuesday morning, a woman was struck and killed by a car in southeast Fresno. According to ABC 30, the incident happened in front of the Mosqueda Community Center around 12:30 am. Witnesses reported that the woman was hit as she was walking in and out of the road. Police arrived to find the woman lying in the street, and she was pronounced dead at the scene.   The area was closed as police investigated but reopened a few hours later. The driver remained at the scene of the crash and was cooperating with police. At the time of the report, the driver was being investigated to determ ..read more