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San Diego Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers San Diego injury news, cases, and issues with a focus on California Law.
By Ross Jurewitz

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Last Entry: March 11, 2013 at 15:42:33

Improving Car Safety Technology to Reduce Auto, Pedestrian, & Cyclist Accidents

Posted on March 11, 2013
On March 5, 2013, Volvo Car Group officially announced the world-first cyclist detection technology. A radar sensor is placed in the car?s front grille and a camera is installed in the central control panel and interior rear-view mirror facing the street ahead...

Department of Transportation Shuts Down Truck Operator for Unsafe Driving

Posted on February 26, 2013
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), part of the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), regularly shuts down trucking companies due to repeated or serious safety violations. The agency recently ordered an individual California truck driver off the road, however ? an extra step that the agency rarely takes except in serious cases...

4moms Play Yard Sheets Recalled Due to Entrapment Risks

Posted on February 13, 2013
4moms has recalled about 1,440 units of its ?breeze? play yard sheets because the sheets pose an entrapment and suffocation hazard for small children, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The sheets are made of cream-colored cotton jersey, and were sold as an accessory to accompany the brand?s ?play yard,? a modular playpen...

Santee Roadway Sign Encourages Drivers Not to Drink and Drive

Posted on February 06, 2013
A new sign reading ?Please Don?t Drink and Drive? greets drivers on state Route 125 in Santee, the legacy of a fatal drunk driving crash in 2009 that claimed one life and sent another driver to the hospital with serious injuries. The sign was paid for by the deceased driver?s family, who wanted a way to warn other drivers against causing these preventable car crashes and to remember their loved one...

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Rain Leads to Truck, Car Crashes on San Diego-Area Interstates

Posted on January 29, 2013
Many experienced San Diego County big rig accident attorneys know how inclement weather can play a role in a large truck or other vehicle crash, and the rainstorms of last week were no exception. During the downpour, several vehicle accidents took place on interstates in the San Diego area...

Train Accident Claims Man?s Life in Oceanside

Posted on January 22, 2013
A freight train accident claimed a man?s life in Oceanside recently, according to a news report from NBC San Diego. According to investigators, the man was walking on or near the train crossing at Mission Avenue when the freight train, operated by BSNF, struck him...

Recent San Diego-Area Hot Air Balloon Accidents Highlight Need for Safety

Posted on January 15, 2013
Every southern California injury attorney has seen injuries that resulted from recreational activities gone wrong. Southern California is one of the world?s most beloved tourist spots, featuring amusement parks, ocean getaways, and other natural sites ? but certain activities carry an increased risk of injury...

Pipeline Breaks Present Health, Injury Hazards in California and Other States

Posted on January 07, 2013
Sixteen spills from oil pipelines have leaked a combined 2.4 million gallons of crude oil into waterways in California and other states in recent years, posing health and injury risks to pipeline workers and residents in the areas, according to an article from The Associated Press...

New Year, New Laws: 2013 Laws Affecting Consumers in California

Posted on January 03, 2013
We want to wish everyone a happy New Year! Now that 2012 is a thing of the past, what can we expect in 2013 as a Californian? At the turn of the New Year, there were a total of 876 new California laws that went into effect. The new laws range from making picketing at funerals a crime (SB 661) to prohibiting college officials from requesting/requiring students to disclose access to personal social media accounts (SB 1349).

Motorcycle Accident on Interstate 15 Leaves San Diego Biker Injured

Posted on December 24, 2012
A motorcycle accident on Interstate 15 just south of the Scripps Poway Parkway in San Diego left the motorcyclist injured and slowed traffic for several hours, according to a recent news report from CBS 8. The accident occurred when the motorcycle?s front wheel failed, causing it to swerve and strike the median...

Don?t Let a New Year?s Party Turn Tragic: Celebrate Safely

Posted on December 17, 2012
New Year?s Eve is one of the busiest holidays of the year for parties, which means that it?s also a busy time of year on the roads ? especially after dark. Alcohol is a common part of many New Year?s parties, but it is also a common part of many serious accidents...

California?s ?Strict Liability? Dog Bite Rule

Posted on December 06, 2012
California is one of several U.S. states that has ?strict liability? for dog bites. This rule can have a significant effect on how you and your skilled San Diego County dog bite injury attorney decide to approach your case after a dog bite occurs. In ?strict liability? dog bite states like California, an owner may be held liable for a dog bite even if the dog has never bitten before or the owner had no reason to believe the dog would act aggressively toward others.

This Holiday Season, Think Toy Safety

Posted on December 04, 2012
There are few things more fun during the holiday season than watching a child?s eyes light up when he or she receives a prized new toy. For those who buy toys, though, it?s important to keep safety in mind. It is recommended that shoppers keep in mind the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) safety guidelines for children?s toys in order to prevent defective toy injuries to the best of your abilities.

National Sleep Foundation Offers Tips to Prevent Drowsy Driving

Posted on November 13, 2012
Falling asleep at the wheel causes one in every six car accidents in the United States, according to the National Sleep Foundation. That?s why the foundation is supporting National Drowsy Driving Prevention Week this November. Most drivers are aware of the dangers of driving while drunk, drugged, or texting on a cell phone, all of which can cause a serious accident by taking the driver?s full attention away from the road...

San Diego Attorneys, Jurewitz Law Group Staff Join the Race for the Cure

Posted on November 06, 2012
On November 4, the San Diego chapter of the Susan G. Komen Foundation held a ?Race for the Cure? event to raise money for breast cancer research, advocacy, and support. The legal team at the Jurewitz Law Group, which has 9 staff members, created a race team of over 50 participates to join in the fight against breast cancer ? and we?re taking our support past the race itself...

The Jurewitz Law Group Supports San Diego Brain Injury Foundation

Posted on November 05, 2012
On October 24, the staff at the Jurewitz Law Group participated in a fundraiser, sponsored by California Pizza Kitchen, to help the San Diego Brain Injury Foundation (SDBIF). The SDBIF, founded in 1983, provides resources, education, and advocacy for survivors of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and their families in the San Diego area...

Keep Halloween Fun in San Diego: Follow These Safety Tips

Posted on October 23, 2012
Halloween is a favorite holiday among children and adults. The chance to dress up in a costume, collect candy and treats, or enjoy party fun and games combine to make the night one of the most anticipated of the year. Unfortunately, Halloween is also a common date for injuries due to party-related accidents...

NHTSA Warns Motorists, Repair Shops to Avoid Counterfeit Airbags

Posted on October 17, 2012
After a San Diego car accident, your car may need repairs, including the replacement of the airbags if one or more them activated during the crash. However, not all airbags are created equal. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) warns car owners and repair shops to use only certified, original parts when replacing or fixing airbags ? not generic or counterfeit parts that can cause greater harm...

Toyota Recalls 7.4 Million Vehicles for Automatic Window Switch Fires

Posted on October 15, 2012
Auto manufacturer Toyota Motor Corporation recently recalled 7.4 million vehicles in several countries, including 2.5 million in the United States. The recall was issued because of a sticking master switch in the driver?s side door that controls the windows...

SSDI Benefits: Increasing Dependence on Disability Will Exhaust Funds by 2016

Posted on October 09, 2012
The combination of increasing Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) beneficiaries, fewer beneficiaries terminating their benefits, and a smaller workforce contributing into the fund through payroll taxes has taken a major toll on America?s disability insurance trust fund...

Rollovers, Seat Belt Misuse Key Factors in Car Accident Spinal Cord Injuries

Posted on September 25, 2012
Studies of spinal cord injuries suffered in car accidents have identified several key factors. Improper seat belt use, rollovers, and vehicles with a higher center of gravity all increase the risk that someone in the vehicle will suffer a catastrophic spinal cord injury during an accident...

Toddler Injured by Falling Television in San Marcos

Posted on September 20, 2012
A toddler was injured by a falling television on September 19 around 1:45 p.m. in North San Diego County. According to a NorthComm dispatcher, this accident took place in 500 block of Autumn Drive in the San Marcos area. Medics responding to this serious child injury accident immediately airlifted the toddler to a trauma center to receive immediate medical attention...

When Using Mechanical Equipment, Pay Attention to Amputation Injury Risks

Posted on September 10, 2012
Amputation injuries involve the removal of a body part, limb, or digit. These injuries are more common in some settings than others. For instance, workers and others who use mechanical or powered equipment face an increased risk of amputation injuries, according to studies by the U...

Serious San Diego Birth Injuries Can Result in Brachial Plexus Damage

Posted on September 05, 2012
The brachial plexus is a bundle of nerves that connects the brain with the shoulder, arm, and hand. Messages sent back and forth along these nerves control arm and hand movements and warn the brain by sending pain signals when the arm, hand, and shoulder are damaged...

California Dog Bite Injuries: Know the Facts

Posted on August 28, 2012
Dog bite injuries can cause serious physical harm and an overwhelming amount of pain and fear, especially for young children who may come away with a long-term fear of dogs or other animals. Understanding the statistics surrounding dog bite injuries is the first step in protecting yourself and those you love from harm...

What are the Deadlines for Filing Social Security Disability?

Posted on August 15, 2012
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides benefits for those who suffer marked or serious disabilities that are likely to last at least one year and/or result in death. But when applying for SSDI benefits, it?s important to be aware of time limits and deadlines...

Toddler Killed in San Diego Pedestrian Accident

Posted on August 07, 2012
A three-year-old visiting San Diego for a family event wandered into traffic on Nimitz Boulevard recently, where he suffered fatal injuries after being struck by an oncoming pickup truck, according to a recent article from The San Diego Union-Tribune...

San Diego Families May Be Eligible for Social Security Disability Benefits

Posted on July 26, 2012
Disabled Californians who qualify may receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits from the federal Social Security Administration (SSA) may also find that their family members qualify for benefit payments in certain circumstances. However, the total amount of benefits family members can receive due to another family member?s disability are typically capped...

El Cajon Hit-and-Run Leaves Bicyclist in Hospital

Posted on July 24, 2012
A hit-and-run accident in El Cajon recently sent an injured bicyclist to the hospital and police on a search for the driver involved in the accident, according to a recent article from UT San Diego. The bicyclist had just left a house on Sumner Avenue when he tried to cross the street at the Oro Street intersection...

Understanding the True Danger of California Vehicle Fires

Posted on July 18, 2012
Car accidents in southern California are a well-known source of injuries, but a fire caused by an accident or a defect in the vehicle?s design or manufacture can also cause serious harm or death. One way to help protect yourself and your family from the risks of vehicle fires is to be informed about the risks...

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