23-Year-Old Killed In Huntington Beach Collision

Huntington Beach authorities responded to an accident involving a U-Haul and motorcyclist late Sunday night.  Huntington Police stated that the accident occurred around 8:30 p.m. near the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and 8th Street.

According to investigators, the motorcyclist was heading north on Pacific Coast Highway on his 2012 Yamaha YZF-R6, when he collided into a U-Haul van crossing Pacific Coast Highway from 8th Street.  The motorcycle was basically destroyed with parts scattered all over the intersection.  Huntington Beach Police identified the motorcyclist as 23-year-old Lake Wood resident Devin Santiago.

Santiago was seriously injured and found partially underneath the moving van then police arrived on scene.  Paramedics then transported him to Hoag Hospital where he died later that night.

The 59-year-old driver of the U-Haul and his wife were both uninjured and questioned by police.  Huntington Beach Police have not made any arrests or issued any citations.

If you or a loved one are injured in a Huntington Beach area accident, contact local police and an experienced Orange County personal injury attorney right away.

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Accident In Irvine Kills Young Motorcylist

Early Sunday morning Irvine authorities were dispatched to a accident involving a motorcyclist seriously injured.  Irvine Police pronounce the 23-year-old motorcyclist dead on the scene.  The impact from being thrown was the main cause of death stated police.

The accident occurred around 7:00 a.m. when the motorcyclist was traveling westbound on North River Road and collided into a vehicle.   Apparently, a farm truck started to slowly turn left onto Sleeping Indian Road when the motorcyclist hit the right side of the truck and was thrown off of his bike.

Irvine Police believe that speed was the main cause in the accident and that drugs or alcohol did not play a factor.

Motorcycle accidents in Orange County can be devastating to everyone involved.  Not only are the individuals involved affected, but families and loved ones as well.

It’s vital that you contact your local police if you are ever in a motorcycle accident it Irvine.  If you have been hurt in a motorcycle accident in Irvine or any area of Orang County call an experienced Orange County personal injury lawyer right away.

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Man Arrested On Suspicion Of DUI After Killing Young Woman in Costa Mesa

A car accident in Costa Mesa leaves a young 23-year-old woman dead after a suspected drunk driver collided into her Kia Optima.  The accident took place near the northbound 405 Freeway and Harbor Boulevard Saturday night.  Police identified the driver of the Nissan Titan as 22-year-old Brandon Alvarez of Anaheim.

According to Costa Mesa Police, Alvarez was getting off the 405 Freeway but failed to stop at the intersection when he then plowed into the Kia.  Prior to the accident Alvarez had committed a hit-and-run was actually was running from authorities.   Over a dozen beer cans were scattered around the scene of the accident, as well as Alvarez’s vehicle.  Alvarez was transported to the hospital for moderate injuries he sustained in the accident.

The young woman killed was identified as 23-year-old Marcela Garciaguirre of Irvine.  Authorities stated that she was killed on impact.  She was also driving with a male passenger from Irvine who was taken to the hospital for serious injuries.  His identity has not yet been released to the public.

Costa Mesa Police stated that Alvarez will be facing many years in prison.  He is charged with felony DUI, as well as felony hit and run.

If you or someone you know has been injured in a Costa Mesa accident you should contact an accident lawyer in Costa Mesa as soon as possible.  If there was loss of life in the accident you will need to discuss the accident specifics with a wrongful death attorney as well.  Most Orange County personal injury attorneys will be able to help with all aspects of a potential personal injury lawsuit.

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Legal Help in Vancouver, Washington

Most people only need the assistance of a legal professional a few times during their lives.  You may need a business lawyer to help you file the proper papers to create a business or an estate planning attorney to help create a will, power of attorney or living trust.  People often need the help of a local real estate lawyer when they are buying or selling property.

However, there are many circumstances that come up unexpectedly where you may need the help of the following types of lawyers:

When people realize they need the assistance of a lawyer, they typically go online and do a search for the type of lawyer they need.  Google typically returns very accurate and relevant results when searching for local attorneys.  Not only do they list local law firms, but you will typically find relevant attorney directory sites.

A few of the major online lawyer directories include the following:

Regardless of your legal needs, you can find experienced local attorneys that handle your specific situation by searching online.  Of course, many people will ask their friends and families for recommendations as well.

Remember to ask any potential law firm about their qualifications and ensure that they have experience handling you specific legal need.

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Motorcycle Accidents Rise In Los Angeles & Orange Counties

After a period of declining numbers, motorcycle accidents are on the rise again in Los Angeles and Orange Counties.  Fatal motorcycle accidents are increasing as well.

59 percent more motorcyclists were killed in crashes in 2012 than in 2010 in Los Angeles County, California.  The increase of fatal motorcycle accidents in Orange County, CA was up 15 percent over the same time frame.

Experts are unsure what has caused the dramatic increase in deadly motorcycle accidents, but there are a few theories.  Some believe the increase can be attributed to an improving economy.

As the economy improves more people may be purchasing motorcycles.  Although motorcycle registrations have not increase enough to account for the large jump in motorcycle accidents.

Other believe lower gas prices have contributed to more people pulling their motorcycles out of the garage and hitting the roads.  Some of these riders may be “rusty” and or inexperienced which can be putting more inexperienced motorcyclists on the roads.

Regardless of the cause, it is a sobering statistic that so many more individuals are losing their lives while riding on Southern California roadways.

If you enjoy getting out on the roadways with your motorcycle, please be sure to follow all safety precautions.  Southern California roadways are some of the most dangerous in the country, even for motor vehicles.

If you or someone you know are involved in a motorcycle accident in Southern California, it is important to talk with an experienced personal injury attorney to ensure your legal rights are protected and that you receive compensation you are entitle to according to California personal injury laws.

Below are a few resources you can visit to learn more about local legal resources:

Personal Injury Lawyer Directories

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