Antioch Teenager Dies after Being Struck by Vehicle

A tragic pedestrian accident left the Antioch community in mourning.  The accident occurred on Thursday February 14, 2013, at approximately 6:40 p.m.  According to published reports, the accident occurred at the intersection of Hillcrest Avenue and Hidden Glen Drive in Antioch, California. 

The victim was struck by an unidentified vehicle as she was attempting to cross Hillcrest Avenue.  She was airlifted to a local hospital where she succumbed to her severe injuries.  The Contra Costa County Coroner’s Office has recently identified the victim as 14-year-old Hasanti White of Antioch. At Matiasic Roth & Johnson LLP our thoughts and prayers remain with Hasanti and her family. 

Local officials have not yet released any information regarding the cause of this fatal accident.  Some common causes of pedestrian accidents include: aggressive driving, unsafe intersections, driver intoxication, driver inattention, and texting drivers.  The driver and his insurance carrier can be held liable for this tragic accident if driver negligence is found to have caused this terrible accident. 

The wrongful death of a loved one in a pedestrian accident is a tragedy that no family should be forced to endure. When devastating pedestrian accidents occur families are left searching for answers.  The compassionate legal team at Matiasic Roth & Johnson LLP is committed to helping families who have lost a loved one in traumatic pedestrian accidents.  We fight tirelessly for our clients to get them the compensation they deserve.  Call our office today for a free consultation with one of our experienced pedestrian accident attorneys. 

Concord Teen Sustains Severe Injuries in Pedestrian Accident

A shocking pedestrian accident left a Concord teenager hospitalized with life-threatening injuries.  The accident occurred on February 10, 2013, at approximately 1:30 pm.  The scene of this pedestrian accident was Solano Way at the intersection of Grant Street in Concord, California.  According to published reports, the pedestrian was crossing Solano Way in a marked crosswalk when he was struck by a 2004 Scion that was traveling westbound on Solano Way. 

At this early stage in the investigation it is unclear if the driver of the Scion was intoxicated, speeding or inattentive.  The driver can be held liable for the damages that resulted from this terrible accident if driver negligence is found to have been a contributing factor.

The victim has since been identified as 14-year-old Joey Hornsby.  Hornsby is a freshman at Mount Diablo High School and member of the school’s freshmen basketball team.  Hornsby’s friends, classmates and teammates are all praying that he makes a full recovery.   

Immediately following the accident, Hornsby was transported John Muir Medical Center.  He was subsequently transferred to Children’s Hospital in Oakland.  His injuries have been described as life-threatening.   At Matiasic Roth & Johnson LLP our thoughts and prayers are with Joey Hornsby and his family during this difficult and painful time. 

Concerned members of the Concord community have indicated that the intersection where the accident occurred is dangerous and has been the scene of previous accidents involving both pedestrians and cyclists.  There are many factors that can make an intersection unsafe.  For example, an intersection may lack adequate signage, lack clearly designated turning lanes, or have improper phasing of traffic lights. 

The intersection of Solano Way and Grant Street has no stop light or stop sign.  The crosswalk is only delineated by paint markings on the pavement and a small sign indicating the existence of a pedestrian crossing.  The City of Concord may be liable for this accident if the intersection is determined to have constituted a dangerous condition of public property and the City had prior notice of its dangerous propensities. 

If you or a loved one have experienced a pedestrian accident call the legal team at Matiasic Roth & Johnson LLP.  Our experienced trial attorneys are committed to fighting on behalf of pedestrian accident victims and their families.  We have helped pedestrian accident victims who have experienced all types of accidents including those caused by negligent drivers, public transportation, commercial trucks, dangerous premises and unsafe intersections.  Call our office today for free consultation with one of our dedicated pedestrian accident lawyers.         

San Francisco Cyclist Suffers Fatal Injuries after Being Struck by Truck

A tragic bicycle accident claimed the life of a San Francisco woman on February 9, 2013.  The preventable accident occurred near AT&T Park where thousands of baseball fans were waiting in line to enter the stadium for the San Francisco Giants Fan Fest. 

According to published reports, a cyclist was traveling westbound on King Street when she was struck by a large cement truck that was also traveling westbound on King Street.  After the accident, the cyclist was transported to a local hospital where she was unable to recover from her severe injuries.

The victim has been identified by the San Francisco Medical Examiner’s office as 48-year-old Diane Sullivan.  At Matiasic Roth & Johnson LLP our thoughts and prayers are with Ms. Sullivan and her family.  There are no words that can offer solace to a family that has suffered this type of devastating loss.

Regrettably, San Francisco remains one of the most dangerous cities in America for cyclists.  Every day on the streets of San Francisco the safety of cyclists is put at risk by negligent motorists.  Some common negligent driver behaviors that contribute to fatal and severe bicycle accidents include:  aggressive motorists, unsafe lane changes, slamming on the brakes, failing to look while parallel parking and left turns in front of an oncoming bicyclist.

The dedicated bicycle accident attorneys of Matiasic Roth & Johnson LLP are all too familiar with the dangers facing cyclists on roadways across California. We are committed to helping victims of all types of bicycle accidents.  Our legal team has assisted clients who have experienced bicycle accidents that were caused by cars, trucks, buses, trolleys and defective bike parts. 

We fight for victims of bicycle accidents and their families by standing up to negligent drivers and their insurance companies.  We never hesitate to take the fight to court when insurance companies refuse to provide adequate compensation.  We believe that motorists who compromise the health and safety of cyclists deserve to be punished for their negligence and we pride ourselves in doing whatever is necessary to get our clients and their families the compensation they deserve.

If you or a loved one have experienced a bicycle accident call the legal team of Matiasic Roth & Johnson LLP today for a free consultation with one of our compassionate bicycle accident attorneys. We can provide you with a free case evaluation and help explain your rights.

 

Two Pedestrians Injured in Oakland Accident

On December 17, 2012, at approximately 6:40 p.m. a frightening pedestrian accident occurred in Oakland, California.  According to published reports, a husband and wife were crossing Grand Avenue at Bellevue Avenue near the north side of Lake Merritt when they were struck by a car going westbound on Grand Avenue. 

The victims were immediately transported to a local hospital by emergency personnel.  Both victims reportedly suffered major injuries.  The 27-year-old husband’s injuries have been described as serious and his wife’s injuries are reportedly life threatening.  At Matiasic Roth & Johnson LLP our thoughts and prayers are with the victims in hopes they make a complete recovery from their injuries. 

The couple were reportedly in a marked crosswalk when they were struck by the car.  The driver of the car has denied seeing the couple before striking them.  Oakland Police officials are still investigating the cause of this terrible accident.  Driver confusion, driver inattention, excessive speed and aggressive driving are some possible factors that may have contributed to this preventable accident.

Pedestrians do not have the physical protections that a vehicle affords other motorists.  Accordingly, pedestrians are extremely vulnerable to the negligence of motorists.  An instant of drive negligence can result in fatal or severe pedestrian injuries.  These injuries can be life altering for the victims and their families. 

The experienced legal team at Matiasic Roth & Johnson LLP specialize in fighting on behalf of pedestrian accident victims and their families.  We support victims of traumatic pedestrian accidents by standing up to big insurance companies.  We never hesitate to go to court to fight for our clients to ensure that they get the compensation they deserve.  All pedestrian accident victims need an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer in their corner. 

If you or a loved one have experienced a pedestrian accident call Matiasic Roth & Johnson LLP today for a free consultation.  One of our dedicated pedestrian accident lawyers will help explain your rights and provide you with a free case evaluation. 

Hayward Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck by Motorcycle in Crosswalk

A 66-year-old Hayward man suffered fatal injuries after being struck by a motorcycle. According to published reports, the tragic accident occurred on Saturday October 13, 2012, at the intersection of Jackson Street and Silva Avenue. The Hayward Police Department has reported that motorcycle was travelling eastbound on Jackson Street at an excessive rate of speed when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian victim was reportedly crossing the street in a marked crosswalk at the moment of impact.

The pedestrian victim and the motorcyclist were both transported to the Eden Hospital Trauma Center. Tragically, the pedestrian was unable to recover from his severe injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital. At Matiasic Roth & Johnson LLP we would like to offer our sincerest condolences to the victim's family.

Early reports indicate that alcohol played a factor in this fatal accident. 

Regrettably, driver intoxication is a common cause of pedestrian accidents in California. The safety of pedestrians is put at risk whenever an intoxicated driver is on the road. The legal team at Matiasic Roth & Johnson LLP is committed to making intoxicated, reckless, and negligent drivers pay for any heartache and pain they cause.

The loss of a loved one in a pedestrian accident is a terrible tragedy. An instant of driver negligence can tear a family apart. Our dedicated legal team takes pride in helping families who have experienced the wrongful death of a loved one in a traumatic pedestrian or bicycle accident. We fight for our clients to get them the financial compensation they deserve to help rebuild their lives.

Our experienced trial lawyers have obtained successful results for our clients in courtrooms throughout California. If you or a loved one have experienced a pedestrian accident call our office today for a free consultation.