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Tort law is a body of law which addresses civil wrongdoings; it is split into intentional torts and negligence, or “accidents”. In tort law, if the wrongdoer is found responsible for causing the damage to the victim, then he will be responsible for paying damages to the victim, but he will not be put into jail or have to suffer other criminal punishments.

For intentional torts, such as assault, battery or false imprisonment, the victim must show that the wrongdoer had intent. Intent is defined as whether the wrongdoer purposely desired, or was substantially certain that the result would occur. For example, if Donald the Defendant purposely pulled a chair out from underneath Grandma Patty the Plaintiff, and the court determined that Donald was substantially certain that Grandma Patty would fall and break her newly replaced hip, then Donald would be liable to pay for Grandma Patty’s damages. However, if Donald did not pull the chair out intentionally, then it may fall under negligence, or an accident.

Assault and battery can be both tort and criminal acts. However, certain acts may only make the wrongdoer responsible for a tort, and not for a crime. For a tortious assault case, the victim would have to show that the wrongdoer intentionally caused him reasonable apprehension of an immediate harmful/offensive act. In order to cause reasonable apprehension, the victim must be aware of what is happening, so if the victim was asleep during the time, then there is no tortious assault. In a tortious battery case, the victim needs to prove that the wrongdoer intentionally caused harmful or offensive contact with his person. With this, the wrongdoer does not even have to make a direct physical connection with the victim. So for instance, if Donald intentionally picked up a rock and threw it at Patty, but did not touch her with his hand, he is still responsible for battery. In battery, the victim does not need to be aware of the act or its harmful nature. Taking the above example, if Donald threw a rock at Patty while she was sleeping, he would be liable for battery, but might not be responsible for assault.

If you are unsure about the legal aspects of your injuries or accidents, please call Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free consultation with one of our attorneys and learn about your rights. We may be able to help you determine if you legally entitled to monetary damages because of the injury that you have suffered. Visit our website at www.alawpro.com to learn more about how to protect yourself and your family.

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Located on the Pacific Ocean, San Francisco is the fourth most populated city in California with 764,976 people. San Francisco is located across the Bay from Oakland, north of San Jose, and south of Napa County. Among its many attractions are the Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower, Chinatown and Fisherman’s Wharf. San Francisco is home to the 49ers football team, and the Giants baseball team. It also attracts visitors to its numerous museums, theaters, and public parks. Residents of San Francisco enjoy an active lifestyle, with over 200 miles of bicycle lanes in the city, and the annual San Francisco Marathon.

The city is often ranked as being one of the fittest in the United States. With this high regard comes the increased chance of being injured while walking or bicycling in this bustling city. BART and MUNI provide an efficient way of getting around the city, but the heart of the city is even more accessible on foot. If you are in need of a San Francisco car accident attorney or personal injury lawyer, please call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). Greenberg & Rudman LLP has collected over $150 million in trial verdicts and settlements for clients.

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) report on rollover accidents shows that SUV involved rollover accidents increased from 22% in 1991 to 37% in 2000. This increase is not necessarily because of design or manufacturing defect, but perhaps because of the SUV’s increasing popularity. In the report, researchers found that SUVs are the only vehicle type in which the number of fatalities resulting from rollover accidents is greater than the number of fatalities resulting from non-rollover crashes. In fact, in 2000, approximately two-thirds of fatalities in SUV accidents were in rollover crashes.

SUVs, pick-up trucks and vans all fall within the category of vehicles that have more risk of being involved in rollover accidents. These vehicles have a higher center of gravity, which makes them more top heavy and susceptible to rollovers. In addition, the expectancy that these types of vehicles will carry more weight in the form of cargo or passengers adds to the danger of rolling over.

At Greenberg & Rudman LLP, you can speak directly to an experienced Northern California personal injury lawyer. All consultations are free and confidential. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). We advance all costs and expenses related to your case, and we do not recoup these costs unless we collect money for you. Please visit our website www.alawpro.com for more information on rollover accidents.

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According to a report published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the increasing popularity of sport utility vehicles (SUV) has contributed to the overall increase of rollover accidents. The Characteristics of Fatal Rollover Crashes, was published in 2002 by the NHTSA, and included some of the following statistics:

• Rollover crashes make up about 20% of all fatal crashes.
• Most fatal rollover accidents are single vehicle crashes.
• Speed is a substantial factor in rollover accidents, with most rollover accidents occurring on roads with speed limits of 55 miles per hour or higher.
• Between 1991 and 2000, the number of rollover accidents has more than doubled.

The NHTSA report also looked at several causes of rollover accidents and the fatalities that occurred. In over three-fourths of the fatalities, the victims were not wearing seat belts. The study also found that in most of the accidents, the vehicles were either traveling straight forward, or were trying to maneuver a curve. Additionally, more than one-fourth of fatal rollover crash drivers did not attempt any kind of avoidance maneuver.

Greenberg & Rudman LLP may be able to help you with your personal injury claims involving rollover accidents. If you have been injured, please call us at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to speak to one of our attorneys about your case. You can also visit our website www.alawpro.com for more information. We handle cases on a contingency fee basis, which means that you don’t pay anything unless we win your case for you!

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A man died when he was thrown from his SUV in a crash on I-880 in Hayward. The accident occurred mid-afternoon when a '96 Toyota Corolla veered into the '99 Explorer in an attempt to avoid another vehicle. The driver in the Corolla was uninjured. Have you been hurt in a car accident in Hayward? Speak to an attorney for free when you call 1-800-ALAWPRO.

The accident was located on Northbound Interstate Highway 880 south of Industrial Parkway. The Explorer and the Corolla were in adjacent lanes before the Corolla driver swerved into the lane of the Explorer. No drugs or alcohol were thought to contribute to the crash. Freeway accidents can be extremely dangerous due to the high speed, numbers of lanes and amount of traffic on the road. Learn more about different types of accidents on our website.

Been hurt in a freeway crash in NoCal? Then get the help of a seasoned Law Team. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have more than 50 years combined legal experience. Let us serve you in your time of need. Please call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) to receive your free and confidential consultation with a lawyer. Call us now.

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Multiple accidents in Oakland's Caldecott Tunnel closed part of the tunnel this weekend. Three or more vehicles were involved in one crash, causing a fire in the middle tunnel. More collisions resulted from the fire. Have you or a loved one been injured in an accident in or near the Caldecott Tunnel, Oakland? Then call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak to a lawyer for free.

The Caldecott Tunnel runs through the Berkeley Hills. It consists of 3 bores, or tunnels, and runs from east to west. The tunnel links the Oakland area to Contra Costa County. Heavy traffic is a frequent problem in the Caldecott Tunnel, and an accident in one bore can easily shut it down.

If you or someone you know has been injured in a Caldecott Tunnel accident, you should contact a lawyer to learn about your rights. The Law Team of Greenberg & Rudman LLP has more than 50 years combined experience in serving the injured of California. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) and receive a free and confidential consultation to learn about your rights. Let us help you now.

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A deadly accident involved 5 vehicles including a big rig truck in Vacaville on Saturday, November 1. The crash happened on Interstate Highway 505 near the Allendale Road exit, an unincorporated part of Solano County. The number of deaths and cause of the crash was not reported. Have you or a loved one been involved in a truck-related accident near Vacaville? Then please call 1-800-ALAWPRO now for your free interview with a lawyer.

Trucking related accidents can be especially dangerous, especially when they occur on one of California's hazardous freeways. Most cars and SUV's are no match for a tractor trailer or big rig, and truck accidents increase the likelihood of “underride.” An “under ride” crash occurs when the smaller vehicle travels under the body of the big rig, resulting in potential disaster for the passengers in the trapped or impaled vehicle. To learn more about “underrides” and trucking-related accidents and claims, please visit our website.

If you or someone close to you has been involved in an accident involving a truck in California, then you need the help of an experienced lawyer. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) and speak with an attorney from the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP. We have more than 50 years combined legal experience in representing the rights of the injured. Please call us now.

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The San Francisco Bay Area is one of the fastest growing areas in the US. Growth is evident in the increasing number of construction projects all over Northern California. Whether building, transportation or road work is being done, the construction site can be a dangerous place for workers and passersby alike. Have you or someone close to you been injured at a construction site in the Bay Area? Then call 1-800-ALAWPRO right away to speak with an experienced lawyer for free.

Construction sites abound in and around San Francisco. Building in our city streets is ongoing. Public transportation services appear to be under constant construction as Muni, Bart, CalTrain and others attempt to improve their systems. The potential hazards of No Cal construction areas are numerous. Slipping or falling in a place that is under construction is an unfortunately common occurrence. Accidents in involving construction equipment such as cranes, tractors and trucks cause numerous injuries and even death to bystanders each year due to worker error and other factors. Injuries incurred at construction sites include broken bones, such as hips, arms, legs, ankles and wrists, head and neck injuries and lacerations. If you have been hurt in a construction-related accident, then you need help to understand your rights. The Law Team of Greenberg & Rudman LLP is here for you.

Hurt in the Bay Area? Then call an experienced Law Firm for help now. At Greenberg & Rudman LLP we have over 50 years combined legal experience, with the skills and knowledge to serve you in your time of need. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) and receive a free and confidential consultation with a lawyer. Let us fight for you.

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The San Francisco Bay Area is served by multiple public transportation systems including train/rail, bus, light rail and ferries to make traveling easy for its residents. Unfortunately, accidents involving public transit service users and commuters are common. Whether you have been injured during construction of one of the many available transportation services, or hurt while riding a public train, bus or boat, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO now to speak with a licensed California attorney at no cost.

Injuries involving public transportation can range from slips and falls in boarding areas to fatal crashes involving buses, cable cars or trains. If you have been hurt in public transit-related accident, seek help from an attorney immediately. Following is a partial list of public transportation services available in the Bay Area.

Bus
Muni (San Francisco Municipal Railway)
AC Transit
AirBART
Dumbarton Express
Emery Go Round
Golden Gate Transit
Petaluma Transit
SamTrans
Santa Clara VTA (Valley Transportation Authority)
Sonoma County Transit
Union City Transit

Train
ACE (Altamont Commuter Express)” serves Silicon Valley to Central Valley, including San Jose, Santa Clara, Fremont, Pleasanton and Stockton
Amtrak: Large stations in Emeryville & Martinez
BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit): serves SF, Oakland, Fremont, Berkeley and Walnut Creek
Caltrain: serves the Peninsula from San Jose to San Francisco

Light Rail
Muni Metro in San Fran
VTA (Valley Transportation Authority) in Santa Clara County

Ferry
Blue & Gold Fleet
Golden Gate Transit
Red & White

Have you or a loved one been injured in a public transportation related accident in the Bay Area? Then call a Law Team that is ready to serve you now. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP we offer more than 50 years combined experience in representing the rights of the injured. Let us help you in your time of need when you call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776). Call now for your free and private consultation.

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Duragesic pain patches are used for moderate to severe pain relief, and contain a chemical called fentanyl. The pain patches are manufactured by Janssen Pharmaceutica Inc. and ALZA Corp., both subsidiaries of Johnson & Johnson, and were approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1990. In February 2004, manufacturers recalled several batches of Duragesic patches because of the possibility that seal breaks were allowing the drugs to leak from the patch and be directly absorbed into the skin. Then, again in February 2008, manufacturers recalled Duragesic pain patches because of the fear that small cuts in the patch would lead to accidental exposure to the fentanyl chemical. From July 2005 through December 2007, the FDA issued two Public Health Advisories informing the public that there had been deaths and overdoses after inappropriate use of Duragesic.

On November 19, 2008, a jury in Chicago, Illinois, awarded the family of Janice DiCosolo $16.6 million dollar in damages. The jury ruled that the woman died because of a fatal dose of fentanyl from her Duragesic patch. This was the fourth trial loss for the manufacturers of Duragesic; the most recent verdict against the companies was in Florida last month in which a jury awarded $13.3 million to Susan Hodgmire’s family. Another federal jury awarded the family of a 28 year old man, who died while wearing the patch, a verdict of $5.5 million.

Have you or a family member has been injured using Duragesic pain patches, please contact Greenberg & Rudman LLP now for a free consultation and learn about your rights. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to speak to one of our experienced attorneys about your case. We will front all of your costs, and you don’t pay anything unless we win your case for you. Also, visit our website www.alawpro.com for more information.

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A pregnant woman was crushed and killed by a printing press while working at DPI International in Potrero Hill, San Francisco. Her family is suing the company, alleging that safety devices were not in place to protect the victim. Additionally, a state regulators investigation found that the employer “committed 7 serious safety violations” in relation to the fatal accident. Have you or a loved one been injured on the job in Northern California? Then call 1-800-ALAWPRO for a free interview with an experienced attorney.

The woman and a co-worker were preparing the 15,000-lb. printing press when the incident occurred. The press suddenly began operating, crushing and killing the victim. The state investigation discovered that necessary safeguards were not in place, including failure to give employees proper training.

If you or someone close to you has been hurt or killed in the workplace, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses. Let a professional California Law Team help you get what you deserve. Call the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) now to take advantage of our more than 50 years combined experience. We are here for you now.

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The San Francisco Chronicle reports that a multi-million dollar award has been upheld and granted to a victim who was served tainted food at a Southern California restaurant. After eating rotten sushi at the Salt Creek Grille in Dana Point over two years ago, a woman became so sick that she was paralyzed temporarily and suffered permanent nerve damage. The lawsuit claimed that the fish used in the sushi “was contaminated by bacteria from raw poultry.” Have you or someone you know suffered serious injury from eating or visiting a public place? Call 1-800-ALAWPRO now to learn about your rights.

The woman became sick after eating ahi tuna sushi at the Orange County restaurant. Her suffering included temporary paralysis, as well as confinement to a walker and wheelchair due to the nerve damage she acquired from eating the bad fish. After nearly 50 days of hospitalization, she also required extensive treatment and physical therapy for her injuries. The $3.2 million award, originally granted by a jury, was upheld by an appeals court.

Been severely sickened by bad food? Hurt in public premises? Then you need the help of an experienced Law Team. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we offer more than 50 years combined experiences in serving the wrongfully injured. Please call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) now for your free and confidential consultation. Let us fight for your rights.

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Hayward, CA in Alameda County has a population of almost 150,000 people. A suburb of Oakland, Hayward is notoriously known to East Bay residents for its traffic jams. Mission Boulevard is the site of seemingly endless congestion and accidents. If you have been injured in a Hayward crash, contact a lawyer for help by calling 1-800ALAWPRO now.

Both 1-880 and I-238 serve Hayward, but may of the real problems occur at State Route 238, also known as Mission Boulevard. While always a nuisance, traffic can also be deadly. Rearend collisions are common in traffic and during commutes. Injuries from rear enders include whiplash, head and spine injuries, lacerations and broken bones. In traffic, it is not always clear who is to blame for an accident, and that is why you need the help of an experienced Law Team.

If you have been injured in an accident in Hayward, CA, please call the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP for a free consultation. When you call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776), we will do the work for you during this difficult time. Let our 50 years combined experience in serving the injured help you. Please call us now.

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Oakland in Alameda County is California's 8th biggest city with over 400,000 residents. The city and port of Oakland is home to a diverse population with varied major business centers and diverse cultural attractions. With multiple industrial headquarters and several major highways, Oakland injuries in the form of road accidents and work place incidents abound. If you live or work in Oakland, CA and have been injured, you should contact and experienced California attorney now. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO for a free consultation with a lawyer.

Getting hurt at work can be a debilitating experience, physically and emotionally. Construction sites are notoriously dangerous places, and can be hazardous for workers in all areas. Getting to work can also be dangerous. Commuters and pedestrians alike are at risk for crashes at all times of day. Freeways serving Oakland, CA include:

MacArthur Freeway (Interstate 580)
Eastshore Freeway (I-80)
Nimitz Freeway (I-880)
Grove Shafter Freeway (State Route 24)
Warren Freeway (SR 13)

Been hurt in Oakland? Then call a Law Team with more than 50 years combined experience. The Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP represent California in their time of need. Call us now for your free and confidential consultation, and let us do the worrying for you. Please call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776)

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Alameda County is the 7th largest California county, home to nearly 1.5 million people. Synonymous with the East Bay, Alameda Cty, includes Oakland, Fremont and Hayward. With six interstates occupying the county, Alameda definitely sees its share of traffic and road accidents. Motorcycle accidents are on the rise in California and around the country. When it comes to motorcycle accidents, it is not always clear who is to blame. If you have been involved in a motorcycle-related crash, you should seek the help of a lawyer immediately. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO now for a free interview with a lawyer who understands you needs.

Whether on the MacArthur, Sinclair, Nimitz or John B. Williams Freeway in Alameda Cty., motorcycle accidents are prevalent and deadly. Driver error, road negligence, speed and other factors can contribute to bike crashes. While may motorcycle collisions are fatal, serious injuries can include paralysis, head, neck or spinal cord injury, broken bones, lacerations and amputation.

At the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP we have more than 50 years combined experience in serving clients like you. If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle crash in Alameda County, then contact us now at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776). Let us help you through this difficult time. We are here for you now.

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Since 1997, nearly 200 bicyclists have been killed and over 1800 severely injured in the Bay Area. Certain roads and intersections are more hazardous than others a San Francisco Chronicle analysis found. While these specific roadways are different in location and type, all have proved fatal for cyclists in the past decade. To learn more about the hazards of bicycle riding, please see our webpage. If you or a loved one has been injured in a bicycle accident, call 1-800-ALAWPRO now for your free interview with an attorney.

Injuries and deaths from bicycle accidents appear to be on the rise in Northern California, per statistics from the California Highway Patrol (CHP). In the past 10 years more than 31,000 bicycle-related accidents have been reported, with the number of more serious accidents increasing yearly. Severe injuries incurred in these accidents include broken bones, lacerations, spinal cord and head injuries, and more. Some Bay Area roads are repeat locations for severe injury and death to bikers. Following are a few of the areas that the Chronicle report cited using statistics from 1997-2006:

--Stevens Canyon Road, Cupertino
Road Type: Rural
Deaths in 2003, 2004 (and recently this year 2 more deaths)

--Market Street, San Francisco
Road Type: Urban
3 deaths, 14 injuries since 1997
# of bike accident reported: 215

--Middlefield Road, Redwood City thru Mountain View
Road type: Suburban
2 deaths, 12 serious injuries

--Clayton Road, Concord
1 death, 13 major injuries

--Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, from San Anselmo
Road type: Rural (at Baywood Canyon) and Urban
13 severe injuries

--Highway 12, Sonoma County
Road type: Rural
2 deaths, 10 serious injuries

Have you or a family member been the victim of a bicycle-related accident in California? Then contact an experienced and knowledgeable Law Firm. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we are here to fight for the rights of the injured and offer more than 50 years combined experience. Let us work for you during this difficult time. Please call us now at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation.

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Fremont, CA was the location of two separate pedestrian-related crashes this past weekend. In one incident a 15-year old boy was struck in a crosswalk. In another incident, a man was the victim of a deadly hit-and-run near a local shopping center. Pedestrian-related accidents are extremely dangerous. The person on the street has no protection from an oncoming car or truck. To learn more about pedestrian accidents, please visit our website. If you or a loved on has been the victim of a pedestrian accident in California, please call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO now for a free consultation with a lawyer.

The boy involved in the Fremont walking accident did not suffer serious injuries, and authorities state that he was jaywalking. The man who was killed lived close to the accident location and was pushing a shopping cart on Mowry Avenue at the time of the crash. The car that hit him was driving in the far right lane, and is believed to be a BMW.

Been injured while on the road in Northern Cal? Let the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP fight for you. When you call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776), you will have the benefit of our more than 50 years combined experience. Let us put our knowledge to work for you. Please call for your confidential consultation now.

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A man was killed while driving a hay-filled tractor trailer at a dairy in Petaluma in Sonoma County, CA. The worker was reversing up a dirt road when the trailer fell of the road and rolled over. The employee was crushed by the vehicle and died. California's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal-OSHA) is looking into the accident. If you or a loved one has been hurt on the job in Sonoma County, then call 1-800-ALAWPRO now for help.

The victim, a 42 year-old man was hauling hay in the small tractor trailer. Apparently the driver did not respond to the directions of another worker. The injuries sustained in the trailer rolling accident were to the victim's upper body and resulted in his death.

Have you or someone close to you been hurt at work in Northern California? Then please get help from an experienced law team. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we offer more than 50 years combined experience in representing the injured and killed. Let us support you in this difficult time. Please call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) now for your free and confidential consultation.

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A charter bus rolled over on a rural road outside William, CA, north of Sacramento. The bus flipped over and landed with its wheels down in a ditch. Passengers were thrown from the vehicle and crushed inside. Ten people were killed and dozens more injured.

The accident occurred in the evening, while the bus was on its way to a casino from Sacramento. The accident occurred when the driver swerved in an attempt to overcorrect his drifting to the other side of the road. The result was the bus flipping completely over. The bus ended up in back on its wheels, facing the opposite direction it was traveling, with a crushed roof and broken windows. 10 deaths and scores of other injuries were reported.

Rollovers are extremely dangerous, and bus roll over accidents are often fatal. Vehicles with a high center of gravity, such as buses and SUV's, have a greater likelihood of flipping over, but any type of vehicle can roll over. To learn more about roll over crashes, please visit our website.

Have you or a loved on been hurt or killed in a Northern California bus or rollover accident? Then call an experienced attorney for help. When you call 1-800-ALAWPRO, you can take advantage of our over 50 years combined experience in representing the hurt and injured. Let us be there for you in your time of need. Please call us now for your free and confidential consultation.

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A woman was killed after being hit by a car at Alemany Blvd. and San Juan St. in the SF Mission. The pedestrian was struck at night as she was crossing the busy intersection. Previous accidents prompted a citizen to petition for a stop sign at the crossing where green pedestrian alert signs already exist. The petition for a stop sign was denied prior to this fatal accident. Have you or a loved one been the victim of an accident at an intersection in the Bay Area? Then call 1-800-ALAWPRO now to speak with a licensed attorney for free.

The intersection in the Outer Mission is known to be a hazardous one. Following the death of the female pedestrian, signs saying “Pedestrians Crossing” and “Slow Down” were posted by locals along with some mourning the woman's death. Dangerous intersections are the responsibility of the city, and if you have been injured in an area that is improperly marked, you may be entitled to compensation.

If you or someone close to you has been hurt or killed in a Bay Area accident, you need to learn about your rights. Contact the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP now. We have more than 50 years combined experience in fighting for the rights of the injured and killed. Let us assist you during this painful time. Call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and private consultation. We are here for you now.

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A woman died from injuries she sustained after she was hit by a cable car in San Francisco. SF cable cars are under the authority of the city's Municipal Transportation Agency. The pedestrian victim, an 80 year-old woman, was struck by the cable car in the morning near Mason and Broadway. She died at San Francisco General Hospital. Have you or someone close to you been hurt in a San Francisco accident? Speak to a lawyer now toll-free at 1-800-ALAWPRO.

The cause of the accident is unknown and remains under investigation. Two cable car operators were tested for drug and alcohol in investigating the crash, although results of the tests will not be made public. San Francisco's hilly, populated streets can be dangerous for pedestrians. A person walking on the street is no match for a cable car, bus or SUV. Municipality-vehicle related accidents are all too common, and if you have been involved in one, you need the help of an attorney now.

Been hurt in a San Francisco crash? Call the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) now for your free, confidential interview. We have over 50 years combined experience in helping people who have been injured in accidents. Let us put our experience and knowledge to work for you. Please call us now.

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A man from Antioch, CA died in a multiple vehicle accident on Interstate 680. The crash occurred near Concord Avenue in Concord. The 31-year-old victim allegedly swerved to avoid a pair of mattresses lying on the center lanes of the Highway. That caused a chain reaction including two other cars and resulted in the man's death. If you or a loved one has been involved in a highway accident in Northern California, please call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak with an attorney for free. You can also visit our main website at www.alawpro.com to get more information.

While driving down the interstate, according to CHP, the victim veered left when he noticed the mattresses. Through the swerving, he made contact with a car passing on his left which sent both cars spinning into the center divide. The man's car continued spinning, now without headlights, back into traffic where he was struck by yet another car. This final crash ejected the man from his car. The collision happened shortly after midnight and resulted in multiple lane closures. California freeway accidents can be dangerous and fatal and can result from a number of factors, including speed, drunk driving, driver error or inattention, road debris (as in this incident), faulty road design, or vehicle malfunction

Have you or a loved one been harmed in a California highway accident? Then call an experienced Law Firm who will work hard for you. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have over 50 years combined legal experience with which to serve you. Call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) and receive a private consultation at no cost. Let us help you in your time of need when you call us now.

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A two-car accident on Highway 237 in San Jose, CA left passengers of an SUV dead and injured. The crash occurred when a two door coupe rear ended a Ford Explorer, resulting in the SUV rolling over. The crash killed two passengers in the Explorer and trapped 4 children inside, whose injuries included broken bones and lacerations. Rear-end accidents on Highways can be fatal, and SUV roll-overs are one of the most dangerous types of motor vehicle crashes. To learn more about these types of accidents, please visit our website. If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident in San Jose, call 1-800-ALAWPRO now for your free consultation with an experienced lawyer.

The accident occurred on a Sunday evening at North First Street and State Highway 237 in San Jose. The coupe rear-ended the SUV, and the result was a deadly roll over. Both drivers were going around 75 mph in a 65 mph zone. None of the passengers in the SUV were wearing seatbelts. Both the driver and a passenger in the SUV passengers died, while 4 children who were passengers sustained injuries including a broken leg, a broken arm and facial lacerations. The people in the smaller car which hit the SUV were not seriously injured. The SUV was totaled. While SUV rollovers are common, they are not the only vehicles which can rollover. Rollover accidents are highly dangerous due to the fact that passengers can be trapped in the vehicle, as was the case with this crash.

Have you been injured in an accident in San Jose? Then please seek the help you deserve. The Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP have more than 50 years combined experience in representing the rights of the injured. Let us help you in this difficult time of need. Call us at toll-free 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation. We are here to help you now.

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A woman was preparing to board an AC (Alameda-Contra Costa) Transit District bus when the bus rolled forward and struck her. The victim was in placing her bicycle on the rack at the front of the bus when the incident occurred in North Richmond. Her injuries were described as minor to moderate. The accident is under investigation. Have you or a loved one been in a bus accident in Alameda or Contra Costa County? Then call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak with a lawyer about your rights for free. We also have more information at our main website: www.alawpro.com.

The accident happened early on a Friday morning. The driver of the bus did not appear to be intoxicated, but she clearly was distracted or inattentive as she struck the pedestrian in front of her. AC Transit is one of the major public bus systems in Northern California. Accidents involving buses and pedestrians can be serious and even fatal, although in this incident, the victim was fortunate to incur non-severe injuries.

Been involved in a bus accident in the Bay Area? Then get in touch with a Law Team that can help. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) and receive a free and private interview with an attorney from the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP. Let our more than 50 years combined legal experience serve you in your time of need. Please call us now.

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A third person has been struck by a Caltrain in an 8 day period on the Peninsula. The two other train-related crashes (one killed a truck driver and the other hospitalized a woman with head injuries) have been addressed in previous blogs. In this latest crash, the pedestrian was hit by a Cal train while crossing railroad tracks in Mountain View. He later died. 13 people have died this year in Caltrain crashes. If you or a loved one has been involved an accident with Caltrans, please contact a lawyer for free at 1-800-ALAWPRO or visit us online at www.alawpro.com.

The three recent Caltrain collisions have all occurred in San Mateo County. Authorities stated that the Mountain View victim who died most recently was crossing the tracks in a marked “no trespassing” zone. He was in critical condition at a local hospital before he died. The train, a No. 101, was headed north near Highway 85. In another train crash this week, a woman was struck in her car at a crossing that had a stop sign but lacked alert gates, bells or lights. Authorities are urging citizens to be careful at all local railroads.

Have you or someone close to you been injured in a train-related accident in California? If so, please get legal advice immediately. Call the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) to receive a free and confidential consultation. We have more than 50 years legal experience to serve all of your needs. Please call us toll free now or visit us at www.alawpro.com. Help is just a phone call away.

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A woman driving a Toyota Camry sustained severe head injuries after getting hit by a Caltrain in San Jose. The victim was driving across train tracks south of Blossom Hill station. The place where she crossed is a “private passage,” with a crosswalk and stop sign, but no warning gates, bells or lights as most active crossings have. The train that struck her was traveling north from Gilroy. No train passengers were injured. Have you or someone close to you been involved in a Cal Train accident in San Jose? Then please call 1-800-ALAWPRO now to speak with a lawyer at no cost.

As Peninsula drivers know, most Caltrain track crossings possess a warning system including lights, bells and a gate to keep traffic from crossing when trains are coming on the track. The woman remains in critical condition at Regional Medical Center in San Jose. The accident occurred at 6:50am. The train was going 65-70 mph, typical for Caltrains in that area. The train involved in the crash and all others traveling the route were cancelled.

Been hurt in a Caltrain or other rail-related incident in the Peninsula? Then call a Law Team who can help. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, our more than 50 years combined experience will help serve you in this time of need. Please call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for a free and confidential interview. We will fight for your rights. Please call us now or go to www.alawpro.com for more information.

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A San Mateo resident was hospitalized in critical condition after being struck by Caltrain in Mountain View, California. Officials report that the man was a trespasser and was hit by the northbound train near the Highway 85 overpass. San Mateo County injury attorneys Greenberg & Rudman LLP are here to help you recover your losses if you’ve been involved in a Caltrain accident. Call 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to receive a free consultation from one of our experienced attorneys.

The accident occurred around 5:15 a.m. on Friday, November 7, 2008 in Mountain View, CA. It caused Caltrain to run about twenty minutes late, but the system was back in order by 9 a.m. This is the third accident within eight days for Caltrain. The first occurred on October 30, 2008, when a San Mateo man in his vehicle was struck by Caltrain; the second occurred on November 6, 2008 when Caltrain collided with a car in San Jose. Greenberg & Rudman LLP represents people who have been seriously injured as well as families of those who have been killed under wrongful death circumstances. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) and speak directly to an experienced California personal injury lawyer.

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The San Francisco Bay Area's most famous landmark is a bridge, the Golden Gate. But local residents know that the Golden Gate Bridge is only one of many bridges needed to get around in Northern California. The Bay Area boasts 7 bridges used in packed daily commutes around town: the Golden Gate Bridge, San-Francisco Oakland Bay Bridge (aka The Bay Bridge), Dumbarton Bridge, Carquinez Bridge, Benicia-Martinez Bridge, San Mateo Hayward Bridge, and Richmond San Rafael Bridge. Traffic, construction, poor driving, weather, and multiple exits are all factor that can contribute to bridge-related crashes. With NoCal's high number of bridges and enormous number of commuters, bridge accidents are a weekly and sometimes daily occurrence. If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a Bay Area bridge accident, please call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak with an attorney at no cost, or visit our main website at www.alawpro.com for more information.

The Bay Area's bridges are a crucial piece of its transportation network. No Cal bridges are in constant use by cars, trucks, motorcycles, buses, bicycles and pedestrians. Traffic can be heavy at any time and especially at rush hour on nearly all SF area bridges. Accidents on bridges can make commuting a nightmare. Following is a list of the seven bridges that Northern Californians use to cross the Bay and other waters. The list includes information about the bridges' locations, freeway linkages, traffic capacities, and tolls.

Golden Gate Bridge
Location: San Francisco Bay, spanning San Francisco to Marin County
Highway Connection: part of US Route 101 and State Route 1
Annual Average Daily Traffic (AADT): 118,000
Capacity: 6 lanes
Users: Motor Vehicles, Bicycles, Pedestrians
Toll: Yes (southbound)

San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge, also known as “The Bay Bridge”Location: San Francisco Bay, from Oakland to San Francisco
Highway Connection: part of I-80
AADT: 270,000
Capacity: 10 lanes on 2 levels
Users: Motor Vehicles
Toll: Yes (westbound)

Dumbarton Bridge
Location: San Francisco Bay, spanning Fremont to Menlo Park
Highway Connection: part of State Route 84
AADT: 81,000
Capacity: 6 lanes
Users: Motor Vehicles, Bikes, Pedestrians
Toll: Yes (westbound)

San Mateo - Hayward Bridge
Location: SF Bay, from the Peninsula (Foster City) to East Bay (Hayward)
Highway Connection: part of SR 92
AADT: 93,000
Capacity: 6 lanes
Users: Motor Vehicles
Toll: Yes (westbound)

Richmond - San Rafael Bridge
Location: San Fran Bay, from Richmond to San Rafael
Highway Connection: part of I-580
AADT: n/a
Capacity: 4 lanes, 2 levels
Users: Motor Vehicles
Toll: Yes (westbound)

Carquinez Bridge
Location: Carquinez Strait, from Vallejo to Crockett
Highway Connection: part of Interstate-80
AADT: not available
Capacity: 8 lanes
Users: Motor Vehicles, pedestrians, bicycles
Toll: Yes (eastbound)

Benicia-Martinez Bridge
Location: Carquinez Strait, from Benicia to Martinez
Highway Connection: part of I-680
AADT: n/a
Capacity: 8 lanes, 2 levels
Users: Motor Vehicles
Toll: Yes (northbound)

Have you or a loved one been injured or killed in a Bay Area bridge accident? Then please get help from an experienced Law Team by calling 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) now. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP we have more than 50 years combined legal experience in serving California's injured. Call us for a free and confidential consultation. We are here to serve you now. You can also visit us at our main website at www.alawpro.com.

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When a product is defective or unreasonably dangerous, manufacturers and retailers might be liable for lawsuits from consumers. Products liability can be divided up into several different categories: negligence, strict liability, breach of warranty and other consumer protection claims. These actions are normally based on design defect, manufacturing defect, or a failure to warn. For a strict liability claim, the consumer does not have to use the product incorrectly for the manufacturer to be liable; it is only required that the incorrect use was foreseeable by the manufacturer. A product is defined as a tangible thing, such as a toy, or a car, but does not include a service, such as a haircut. The parties that are liable for these lawsuits are not only the manufacturers, but also wholesalers, and retailers in the supply chain.

In 2007, Mattel made international headlines by recalling millions of toys because of the danger of lead paint or small magnets that could be swallowed in its toys. These toys included Polly Pocket, Barbie, and Batman toys, and were all manufactured in China. Between 2003 and 2007, there was one fatality and 19 other kids injured because of swallowing magnets in the toys.

Greenberg & Rudman LLP can help you obtain compensation for your injuries. We are committed to obtaining compensation for victims injured by the negligence of others. Our law firm has collected over $150 million in trial verdicts and settlements for our clients. Please call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to speak to one of our attorneys about your products liability case, and how we can help you. Please also visit our website at www.alawpro.com for more information on products liability.

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Concord, California is located in Contra Costa County in Northern California. It has a population of 121,780 residents, and is closely located to some of the Bay Area’s major cities, such as San Francisco and Oakland. With these metropolitan areas in its vicinity, many Concord residents commute out of town to their jobs. Concord has developed in such a way as to attract its own visitors over the years. Concord boasts the Sleep Train Pavilion (also known as the Concord Pavilion) as the site for concerts and events, Six Flags Waterworld Concord, the Sunvalley Mall, and numerous other community park spaces.

Traveling and commuting can pose a danger in the way of automobile accidents. However, other dangers such as premises liability are not in the forefront of many people’s minds. If you have been injured in a car accident in Concord, or think that you have been injured in an amusement park, or the Concord Pavilion, you should contact Greenberg & Rudman LLP and speak to one of our experienced attorneys right away. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) and visit our website at www.alawpro.com. We are here to help you.

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In two separate SF incidents, families of men who were killed sued the city for wrongful death. San Fran's Board of Supervisors approved compensation to the families totaling over $1.8 million. The financial settlements are awaiting final approval from the Mayor. While the city of SF admits no liability in either case, $1,695,000 was awarded to the family of a man who died in a taxi cab accident after being treated at SF General, and $150,000 was awarded to the estate of a man who died during a botched fire rescue attempt. To learn more about wrongful death, please see our webpage. If you believe someone close to you has been the victim of a wrongful death in the Bay Area, please call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak with an attorney for free or visit our website at www.alawpro.com.

In the larger settlement, a Michigan man died a month after he was in a taxi crash in 2006. The lawsuit filed by the victim's family claimed that the man received “misdiagnosis and improper care” from San Francisco General Hospital. He died a month after the accident. The other settled case was filed on behalf of a man who died when he fell from a 4-story Nob Hill apartment building during a fire. The victim fell to his death as a fire fighter was trying to pull him to safety from a rooftop fire escape ledge. His family's lawsuit alleged that the firefighter attempting the rescue behaved inappropriately by acting recklessly, disregarding command structure and ignoring safety protocol. Cases of wrongful death can include medical and/or safety and rescue professional mistakes (as in the above instances), vehicular accidents, work-related incidents, and criminal attacks.

If you think you know the victim of a wrongful death in California, you should seek the help of an experienced Law Team. The Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP has more than 50 years combined legal experience in representing the rights of the wrongfully injured and killed. Please call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) and receive a free and confidential interview with a lawyer, and let us help you through this difficult time. Please contact us now.

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Livermore is located in Alameda County and is the city furthest east in the Bay Area. Over 80,000 people call Livermore home. Multiple forms of public transportation are available to the residents of Livermore including a Municipal Airport, Altamont Commuter Express rail, and WHEELS bus transit. Still most people in Livermore choose to use their own vehicles. Motorcycle accidents and deaths are on the rise in California. If you or a loved one has been injured in a Livermore motorcycle collision, please call 1-800-ALAWPRO to talk to a lawyer at no cost.

Motorcycle owners are growing in number, and it seems that bikers are less trained and more daring. A number of studies this year have found that motorcycle fatalities are increasing alarmingly. Multiple factors contribute to this rise, just as any number of factors can result in a motorcycle accident. If you have been injured in a bike-related crash, you may not know who is to blame or where to turn. You need the help of a Law Firm with the experience and knowledge to help you find answers and represent your rights.

The Law Team of Greenberg & Rudman LLP has more than 50 years combined legal experience in serving Californians. If you or someone close to you has been hurt or killed in a motorcycle accident in Livermore, you need our help. Please contact us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation or visit us at www.alawpro.com. Let us help you in your time of need. Call now.

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Berkeley, CA, home to Northern California's famed University of California campus of the same name, now has over 100,000 residents. Lying on an east shore of the SF Bay, Berkeley is included in Alameda County. Due to the wonderful weather, green lifestyle and University climate, many Berkeley-ites prefer bicycles to cars. The resulting bicycle routes also create an ideal atmosphere for pedestrians. Unfortunately, accidents involving bikers and walkers can be a sad a deadly outcome when automobiles are involved. Bicyclists and pedestrians are simply no match for a large vehicle, such as a car, bus, train or truck. Have you or someone close to you been injured in a bike or pedestrian-related crash in Berkeley? Then call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak with a lawyer for free.

To accommodate its legions of walkers and cyclists, Berkeley has a number of routes and roads specifically designed for them. Wearing helmets, following safety regulations and being cautious on the road can help venturing cyclists and peds. Nevertheless drivers can be a hazard to others on the road through carelessness, drunkenness or simple error. If you've been hurt, we can help.

Following is a list of areas and paths popular in Berkeley for those preferring to leave their car at home:

• San Francisco Bay Trail
• Berkeley I-80 Bridge for Walkers and Bicyclists
• Ohlone Greenway
• Historic Bike and Pedestrian Paths throughout the city

Have you been hurt in a bicycle or pedestrian accident in the Berkeley area? Let the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP help you learn about your rights. We have a half century of combined legal experience. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) now to get your free and confidential interview with a lawyer. We are here to serve you now. Please also feel free to visit our main website at www.alawpro.com for more information.

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Alameda, a small island on the east side of the San Francisco Bay, is home to approximately 75,000 residents. Getting in and out of Alameda requires ferry, bridge or tunnel access for cars, motorcycles, pedestrians, bicycles, and all other vehicles. I-880 makes Alameda quite accessible as well with an exit a few short minutes from town. With a speed limit of 25 mph, Alameda would seem like an idyllic spot for those on foot; however, non-locals exiting the 880 into Alameda don't always obey or know about the decreased speed. If cars, buses and trucks don't slow down, the results can be dangerous and deadly for Alameda pedestrians. Have you or a loved one been injured in an Alameda accident? Then please call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak with an attorney at no cost.

Alameda can be accessed by the U.S.’s only pedestrian and bicyclist drawbridge, as well as motor vehicle bridges at Park, High and Fruitvale Ave., tunnels at Harrison (the Posey Tube) and Webster. Public transit for Alameda residents includes two ferry services, Harbor Bay and Alameda-Oakland, as well as bus service provided by AC (Alameda County) Transit. But walkers and bikers beware! Advocate groups have had to take on the cause of protecting non-vehicular road users. Drivers exiting into Alameda from 880 can injure pedestrians. Accidents involving pedestrians are often fatal and injuries can include broken limbs, head and neck injuries, as well as severe lacerations.

If you have been hurt in a crash in Alameda, then please get help from the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP now. Learn more about your rights by visiting www.alawpro.com. Or call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) to receive a free and confidential consultation. The Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP offer more than 50 years combined legal experience. We are here for you in your time of need.

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Fremont, home to over 210,000 people, is in the Southeast region of the Bay Area in Alameda County. Fremont has two major interstates serving its residents, Highways 880 and 680. Fremont is also the terminus of the Dumbarton Bridge. Additionally numerous public transit systems service the Fremont area including BART. Due to Fremont's many transportation options, road accidents and injuries abound. Whether you have been hurt crossing the Dumbarton Bridge or been in a crash involving an AC transit bus, you may be entitled to compensation for your suffering. Please call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak with a Fremont attorney for free.

Fremont contains the neighborhoods Niles, Mission San Jose, Irvington, Warm Springs and Centerville, which were formally cities in and of themselves. Now residents of all these communities can reap the benefits and sometimes downsides of living in the growing city. Train transportation in the greater Fremont area includes services from BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) and ACE (Altamont Commuter Express). Buses are from AC Transit and Santa Clara Valley VTA (Valley Transportation Authority) lines. Besides I-680 (Sinclair Freeway) and I-880 (Nimitz Freeway), major Fremont roads include Mission Boulevard and State Route 84. Traffic in the Fremont areas of the California interstates and on the Dumbarton Bridge is frequently heavy, and the results can be a higher number of crashes and injuries.

If you or a loved one has been hurt in Fremont, please contact the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP right away. We have more than 50 years combined legal experience and know how to help you in your time of need. Please call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) to receive your free and confidential consultation or go to www.alawpro.com to learn more. We are here for you now.

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In yet another sad and disturbing chapter in the Fentanyl pain patch saga, the husband of a woman who died from a Fentanyl overdose has won his lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson, the distributor of the “Duragesic” patches. Fentanyl is a pain killer which is stronger than morphine, and the Duragesic patches release Fentanyl through the skin. The victim, a mother of five, was suffering from pain after back surgery when she used the patches. The victim's lawyers alleged that the patches were leaky and therefore defective, resulting in the woman's deadly overdose of Fentanyl. To learn more about the dangers of Fentanyl, please visit our webpage. Have you or someone you know been hurt or killed as the result of a Fentanyl overdose in California? Call 1-800-ALAWPRO now to speak with a lawyer immediately.

The Fentanyl skin patch in this case involved Johnson & Johnson subsidiaries, Janssen Pharmaceutical and Alza. The jury found that the woman's death was due 80% to the Fentanyl overdose and 20% to poor advice she received from a physician's assistant. Per the jury, Johnson & Johnson put their product “on the market with a defect which was a legal cause of the death.” 60 additional lawsuits are pending regarding still more Fentanyl overdoses. J&J settled two other lawsuits for Fentanyl overdoses in the past two years. Some Fentanyl pain patches, also known as Duragesic skin patches have been recalled due to defective elements, and the FDA has issued multiple warnings regarding their usage.

If you believe that you or a loved one has suffered from a Fentanyl patch overdose, please get help from a pharmaceutical attorney. At the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP we have more than 50 years legal experience. Let us help you in this difficult time. Please call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation or visit our main website at www.alawpro.com. Help is just a phone call away.

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The most recent SF Collision report, compiled by the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency from CHP statistics, shows a disturbingly high rise in traffic-related injuries and deaths. In 2007 pedestrian accidents were up more than 50%, composing more than half of all traffic deaths. Bicycle-related crashes rose over 30%. Vehicle-related deaths are also up over 50%, while injuries from accidents involving motor vehicles are also on the rise. Injuries incurred in road accidents can include brain and spinal injuries, broken limbs, burn injuries, paralysis and laceration. The report also showed that certain SF intersections are particularly dangerous for walkers. Additionally, as previously blogged, Muni buses are posing a growing threat to SF residents with two deaths already this year. To learn more about car, motorcycle, bus, bike and pedestrian accidents, please visit our website www.alawpro.com. If you or a loved one has been hurt in a SF road accident, please call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak with a lawyer for free.

With the spike in road injuries and deaths, some city officials point to the increasing number of people choosing alternatives to car travel. Nevertheless the high number of injuries and deaths is alarming for anyone using San Francisco streets. Here are some more 2007 statistics from the report:

# of Non-fatal Pedestrian injuries: 800
# of Non-fatal Bicycling injuries: 450
# of Pedestrian deaths: 32
# of Pedestrian deaths involving Muni buses or streetcars: 8

What else may be to blame for the grim stats? Poor road design and maintenance including a lack of bike lanes, hidden traffic signs, or poorly visible crosswalks may be a factor. Drivers may also be responsible, especially those who disobey the law by speeding, running red lights and stop signs; or those drivers who are not paying enough attention on the road, distracted by cell phones or other things. There is no doubt that both SF pedestrians and drivers need to be cautious and take care on the road. Following are some of the San Francisco intersections cited as being repeatedly dangerous for walkers, bikers and drivers:

Gough & Market
Market & 6th
Oak St. & Octavia Blvd.
Bayshore Blvd. & Silver Ave.
Mission St. & Silver Ave.
19th Ave. & Junipero Serra Blvd.
19th Ave. & Sloat Blvd.
13th St. & South Van Ness

Have you or a loved one been injured in an SF crash? Then you need the help of an experienced and trusted Law Firm. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have more than 50 years combined legal experience. Let us help you understand your rights during this difficult time. Call us toll-free at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation. We are here to fight for you now.

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A woman hurt on the Coca-Cola slide at the San Francisco Giant's AT&T ballpark is suing the baseball team and Coca-Cola, stating that the ride is dangerous and defective. In 2002, the woman and her husband were attending a World Series Game when she went on the slide to avoid crowded staircases. She sustained severe leg and foot injuries as a result. The victim’s lawyers allege that the slide has not been properly inspected and that numerous other injuries have occurred there. They are suing for over $2 million in damages and medical expenses. Have you or someone close to you been injured at a ball or amusement park? You may be entitled to compensation for you suffering. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO now to speak with an attorney and learn more.

The eight-year old Coca-Cola slide at AT&T Park, home of the San Francisco Giants, is made up of multiple slides. The woman in this lawsuit was hurt on “The Guzzlers” section, which is comprised of two large slides. The slide in question contains 4 sharp turns, and according to her lawyers, it has never been inspected per state regulations. The injured woman has a limp resulting from her slide accident and requires further surgeries on her foot and leg. The victim's lawyers state that the slide is dangerous for adults, and they claim that other injuries including broken knees and broken legs.

Been hurt at a public park in California? Then get help from an experienced and successful Law Team who has successfully won cases like yours. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP our more than 50 years of legal experience helps us serve the injured. Call us now at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) and get a free and confidential consultation or find more information at www.alawpro.com. Let us help you in your time of need. Please call now.

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San Leandro, CA has more than 80,000 residents, all of whom can appreciate its temperate weather and moderate growth. That's why so many San Leandro natives have chosen to stay in the Alameda County town. The result is a large and increasing elderly population. Many of those who came to San Leandro in the 50's are growing old here too, and seniors are often the victim of various forms of elder abuse. Additionally, a slip or fall for an elderly person can have severe and devastating consequences. If you suspect you or a loved one are the victim of elder abuse, please call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak with a lawyer for free.

Elder abuse is a disturbing and growing trend, especially as the number of senior citizens increases in most Bay Area regions. In areas such as San Leandro, where a large senior population resides, elders can be targeted by people looking to take advantage of them. Check out our recent blog about a travel agent who was targeting seniors' savings. Elder abuse has numerous forms including physical, emotional, financial mistreatment. Receiving poor or neglectful care at a home or nursing facility can constitute elder abuse, where neglectful situations can lead to severe injury or death. To learn more visit our website at www.alawpro.com.

Believe you or someone close to you is the victim of elder abuse in San Leandro? Then get the help of a Law Team who can help. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP we offer more than 50 years combined experience in successfully fighting cases for the injured and wronged. Let us help you in your time of need by calling 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for a free and confidential interview with a lawyer. Please contact us now.

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Livermore, CA is located in Alameda County and has a population nearing 100,000. Livermore is located in the most eastern part of the Bay Area, adjacent with California's Central Valley. Livermore is best known for its laboratories and vineyards, which employ thousands. Workplace injuries can be devastating and long term. Industrial and agricultural accidents are numerous in California and include multiple deaths every year. If you or a loved on has been hurt on the job, please call 1-800-ALAWPRO and visit our website at www.alawpro.com.

Livermore's biggest employer is a lab, and the wine industry of Livermore Valley is growing at a rapid rate. Work-related injuries can be acquired long-term or during a traumatic event. Injuries can result from faulty equipment, poor safety management, or repetitive motion such as lifting. Burn injuries can be incurred in a work environment can be life-threatening. Whatever the cause of your on-the-job injury, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses. Please seek advice if you have been hurt at work in Livermore.

Call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) now to speak with a lawyer at Greenberg & Rudman LLP at no cost. We have more than 50 years combined experience, and we work to serve Californians who have been hurt or killed at work, on the road, or in a public place. Let us help you through this difficult time. Please contact us now.

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A 27 year-old man driving a Honda Accord died when his car was hit by an Amtrak train in Richmond, CA. Apparently the driver went around the boom barrier before he was struck. The train, running the Capitol Corridor route, contained 167 passengers, none of whom were hurt. Have you or a loved one been in an accident involving a train in Northern California? If so, please call 1-800-ALAWPRO for your free interview with a lawyer now.

The car vs. train accident occurred at 6pm at Cutting Blvd. near Carlson Blvd in Richmond. The fatal crash is under investigation. The Capitol Corridor is an Amtrak rail route which runs from the SF Bay Area to Sacramento, parallel to I-880. Union Pacific Railroad owns the train track at the crash site. This crash is under investigation by local, Amtrak and Union Pacific authorities.

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a train-related accident in California, then you need the help of a Law Team with proven success. At the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have more than 50 years combined experience in fighting for the rights of the injured. Please contact us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation. You can also visit us online at www.alawpro.com for more information.

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Dog bites can lead to fatal injuries to victims, and massive legal liability for dog owners. According to the National Center for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 4.7 million people are bitten by dogs each year. Out of these 4.7 million people:

• 800,000 people seek medical attention for the bites;


• Half of the victims are children;


• 386,000 victims require medical attention in an emergency facility;


• Approximately 12 victims die from dog bites.

In 2001, San Francisco was shaken up by a particularly malicious dog bite case. The victim, Diane Whipple, was killed in her apartment building when her neighbor’s two dogs attacked her. The neighbors, Marjorie Knoller and Robert Noel, were not only liable for civil damages in the form of a wrongful death suit, but were also criminally convicted for involuntary manslaughter.

Dog bites are strict liability cases, which means that as long as the victim was legally on the property where the attack occurred, and can prove that he/she suffered injuries, then the dog owner will be responsible for those injuries. Dog owners are liable for civil damages in the form of medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and possibly even loss of present and future earning capacity. Greenberg & Rudman LLP will advance all costs and expenses related to your dog bite case, and we will not recoup these costs unless we win your case. Please call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to speak to one of our attorneys if you or a loved one have been injured by a dog. Please also visit our website at www.alawpro.com for more information on dog bites.

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A special report by Channel 2 (KTVU) looked into a frightening Bay Area menace: extremely dangerous driving behavior on the Bay Bridge. The Bridge connects San Francisco to the East Bay, and as discussed in an earlier blog, Bay Area Bridges pose a number of hazardous factors to drivers. In their report, the news channel brings up yet another danger: drunk drivers racing and swerving across the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge on the weekends, often while under the influence. Accidents involving high speed impact can have devastating results including brain and spinal cord injuries, paralysis, burn-related injuries, broken arms or legs, and death. Have you or a loved one been involved in an accident on the Bay Bridge? Please call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak with a lawyer at no cost.

According to the CHP, since Jan 2007 nearly 365 people have been arrested for DUI's on the Bridge in early morning hours – from 1am to 6am, and most of these occur on Friday and Saturday mornings. In August a passenger in the back seat of a Mercedes was killed when a Subaru Impreza going over 100 mph smashed into him. The speed limit on the bridge is 50 mph; however, KTVU's investigation spotted many cars traveling at over 80 mph, some more than 90 mph. The driving which threatens law abiding bridge users is reckless, with dangerously high speeds, lack of signaling during lane changes, abrupt lane changes, and frequently influenced by drugs and/or alcohol.

Been hurt by a driver on the Bay Bridge, then please get help from an experienced California Law Firm. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP we have over 50 years legal experience in representing the rights of people like you. To learn more about cases we have successfully fought and won, please visit our website at www.alawpro.com. For a free and confidential consultation, please call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776). We are here for you now.

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Muni bus and street car crashes with bicyclists, pedestrians and other vehicles have increased sharply in the past year. There have been 25 bicycle accidents involving Municipal buses in the 2007-2008 fiscal year alone. Muni is in the process of hiring outside help to deal with its multiplying and rising safety issues. Recently a woman riding her bike South of Market (SoMa) at Townsend between 3rd & 4th was hit by a Muni bus. The victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The bus was 10-Townsend. The victim in this case was hospitalized with injuries. Have you or a loved one been involved in a Muni-related accident on a bike or foot? Then call 1-800-ALAWPRO now to receive advice from a lawyer for free.

Two deaths have result from Muni crashes this year. Bicycle vs. Muni accidents numbered 21 from 2005-2006 and 21 from 2006-2007. Millions of dollars have been paid out in the past year to victims of Muni-related accidents and to employees injured on the job. Passengers, pedestrians, bikers, and drivers all appear to be at increased risk of harm by a Muni bus or streetcar. Please get help from a lawyer if you have been injured.

The Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP has more than 50 years combined legal experience in serving the injured of California. If you or a loved one has been hurt by Muni in San Francisco, the please contact us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776), or visit our website to learn more. We offer a free and confidential initial consultation. We are here for you now.

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Heparin is an anticoagulate used for blood clots and dialysis, and has been the focus of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recalls and several product liability lawsuits. Heparin is manufactured by Baxter Healthcare Corporation and is used principally in medicine. Its purpose is to prevent the formation of clots and help the body naturally break down clots that have already formed. There are serious side effects to heparin, and an overdose of the drug can be fatal.

The controversy on heparin began in December 2007 when a shipment of heparin was recalled by the FDA because of a bacterial growth. Then, in March 2008, there were more recalls of heparin because of a contamination of an imported shipment from China. According to the FDA, there were at least 81 deaths as a result of the contamination, and more than 785 reports of serious injuries. The Administration admitted that it was at fault for the contamination as it failed to inspect the shipments from the plant in China.

Aside from the recalls, Heparin lawsuits were also brought for drug overdoses and mislabeling. One famous lawsuit was brought about by actor Dennis Quaid, when his twelve day old twins were given a dose of heparin that was 1,000 times the recommended dosage for infants. The overdose was a result of mislabeled dosage on the bottle. Approximately six months after the Quaid lawsuit, another set of twins in Texas were accidentally administered an overdose of Heparin. However, in the latter case, the overdose was due to a mixing error rather than a mislabeling error.

We represent people who have been seriously injured as well as families of those who have been killed under wrongful death, or product liability circumstances. Greenberg & Rudman LLP has collected over $150 million in trial verdicts and settlements for clients. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to find out how our attorneys can help you and your family. Visit our website at www.alawpro.com for more pharmaceuticals that have been recalled, or that have been the subject of lawsuits.

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Two men who were attacked by a tiger at San Francisco Zoo last year are suing the Zoo and city officials for negligence. The incident received international attention, and a third man was killed in the Siberian tiger attack. The suit will claim that the animal was not appropriately or safely kept in the park. To learn more about the ">rights of victims of animal attacks, please visit out website: www.alawpro.com. Have you or a loved one been injured at a public park or zoo in Northern California? Then call 1-800-ALAWPRO now to get help from a lawyer for free.

The men suing the zoo and the city are brothers. They claim the zoo and officials were negligent because the tiger's enclosure was insufficient. The victims' lawyers allege that wall height of the animal's enclosure was too low and that the zoo knew about the safety fault. Additionally, their lawyers have stated that the victims suffered long term physical and emotional injuries. The victim's are also suing the zoo's public relations firm. The tiger mauling occurred at San Francisco Zoo on Christmas Day, 2007.

Been hurt at a park or zoo in California? Then contact a Law Team that can help. The Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP is here for you. We have more than 50 years combined legal experience, and when you call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) you can speak to an attorney at no cost. Please call us now.

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Elder abuse can take many forms, including domestic elder abuse, institutional abuse and self-neglect. Domestic elder abuse occurs in the home of the victim or the caregiver, and the abuser most commonly in these situations are a family member, friend or paid caregiver. Institutional abuse occurs in a nursing home or other such assisted living facility. Lastly, there is self neglect in which the elderly person’s own actions endanger his/her life, such as depriving oneself of food and water. However, this last category of self neglect is not a crime. Institutional abuse was the basis of a recent lawsuit filed in Alameda County.

A Northern California resident filed a civil lawsuit against the High Street Care Center for elder abuse on Monday, November 3, 2008. The patient, Grover Brown, suffered from paraplegia and multiple sclerosis. The lawsuit filed on behalf of Mr. Brown alleged that the nursing home neglected to protect him from bed sores, and as a result, it led to such severe infection of his bone and bone marrow that he had to have his coccyx removed. Although Mr. Brown is only 39 years old, he is protected under the California Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act. This Act protects the elderly and dependent adults from willful actions of their caretakers.

Elder abuse may be hard to spot, but if you suspect that you or someone you know has been a victim of elder abuse, we may be able to help you. The law firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP will advance all costs and expenses related to your case, and we only collect fees if we win your case. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to talk to one of our elder abuse attorneys. To find out more about elder abuse, please visit our website at www.alawpro.com.

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With its views of the San Francisco skyline and the experience of its idyllic community, Sausalito, California draws in a multitude of visitors from across the country. Settled at the other end of the Golden Gate Bridge, this city of 7,330 boasts numerous unique restaurants and shops. Sausalito is easily accessible from the Bridge or via a ferry from San Francisco. Although its permanent population may be relatively small, the number of visitors has made for a thriving hotel and commercial industry in this city on the water.

Tourist attractions such as Sausalito may pose different dangers in the form of car, bus or motorcycle accidents. If you have been injured in Sausalito, CA, please contact Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to speak to one of our personal injury attorneys about your case. Please also visit our website www.alawpro.com for more information.

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In startling new information released by the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, pedestrian and other accidents involving Muni streetcars, cable cars, and buses are increasing dramatically. As a result, Muni is searching for safety consultants, which may be too little too late for those already devastated by loss from Muni accidents. With over 300 claims just this year, Muni has paid out millions this year to crash victims, passengers and employees. . Have you or a loved one been involved in an SF Muni bus or street car accident? Then you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Please call a San Francisco attorney for help at 1-800-ALAWPRO now. To learn more about public transportation and motor vehicle accidents as well as workplace injuries, go to www.alawpro.com.

The new information from SF’s Transit agency is shocking. Pedestrian accidents have nearly doubled in the past year, while bike, car, bus, and passenger crashes are also on the rise. In addition, Muni employees are also being hurt on the job at a higher rate. In the past 3 years, 18 deaths have resulted from Muni crashes, including two deaths this year, by cable car (see our blog about a fatal cable car accident this past month) and street car. Also, bicycle and passenger accidents have seen a sharp increase. Municipal authorities concede that a culture of Muni driver aggressiveness and carelessness may be a contributing factor to the high number of accidents.

Other than needless injuries and fatalities, an additional outcome from the Muni incidents has been the large number of claims and settlements to victims of Muni-related accidents. Over $4.8 million was paid out to Muni crash and passenger victims last year alone. There were more than 300 accident-related and work compensation claims filed in 2007. Worker injury has also led to large payments, more than $17 million. This is all the more reason to get legal help immediately if you have been involved in an SF bus or streetcar accident on the street or on the job.

The new statistics from the SFMTA cite injuries and deaths resulting from (1) crashes involving pedestrians, bicycles, other vehicles (cars, vans, trucks, other Muni buses) and animals; and (2) passenger boarding and on board Muni vehicles). Here is the list of the number of Muni incidents since 2005 from the San Francisco Examiner:

Muni & Pedestrian accidents:
2005-6: 43
2006-7: 55
2007-8: 79

Muni vs. Bicycle crashes:
2005-6: 18
2006-7: 21
2007-8: 25

Muni & Auto/Van/Truck collisions:
2005-6: 1,326
2006-7: 1,229
2007-8: 1,372

Muni vs. Muni incidents:
2005-6: 43
2006-7: 43
2007-8: 54

Muni & animals accidents:
2005-6: 1
2006-7: 2
2007-8: 3

Passenger injuries/(boarding):
2005-6: 56
2006-7: 100
2007-8: 143

Passenger accidents (onboard):
2005-6: 574
2006-7: 490
2007-8: 489

If you or someone close to you has been involved in San Francisco Muni accident as an employee, passenger or crash victim, please contact a lawyer. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP we offer more than 50 years legal experience in serving the injured and killed. Please call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for a free and confidential initial consultation. We can help you understand your rights and learn if you are entitled to financial payment for your loss. Let us do the work and worrying for you. Please call now.

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Drunk driving is suspected in a multi-vehicle accident that occurred mid-day on Interstate 680 in Danville leaving three people injured. The crash included two cars, a flat bed truck and a tow truck. A Subaru Forester and the tow truck were pulled over to the side of the highway when they were struck by a two-axel flatbed truck. The tow truck driver was critically injured during the crash, as he was pulled under his truck by the force of the collision. The flatbed driver, who was arrested for drunk driving, also received serious injuries. Have you or a loved one been involved in a California freeway accident? Then call 1-800-ALAWPRO for your free interview with a lawyer now.

The accident occurred on southbound Highway 680 and resulted in the brief closing of the entire freeway. In addition to the two truck drivers who were hurt, a third victim, driving an Acura was also hospitalized with minor injuries. Luckily, the Subaru driver was not in his car and was able to avoid injury. When the flatbed hit the vehicles on the roadside, he “peeled away” the side of the car before smashing into the truck. Trucking accidents on California highways are dangerous and common. Severe injuries and death can often be the result. If you have been involved in a truck-related crash in CA, please get help from a lawyer.

The Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP have more than 50 years combined legal experience in representing the rights of the injured. When you call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776), you can receive a free and confidential consultation with an attorney. To learn more about us and about trucking accidents and cases, please visit our website at www.alawpro.com. Help is just a phone call away.

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If you have been involved in a car accident, or have a personal injury claim such as a slip and fall, then you may be entitled to monetary compensation, or according to the legal term “damages”. The purpose of awarding damages to the injured party is to make him/her whole again, by compensating him/her for his/her injuries caused by the action of the defendant. There are two main categories of damages: compensatory and punitive. Under compensatory damages, there are both pecuniary and non-pecuniary damages. Pecuniary damages may include the cost of repair or replacement of property, medical treatment, or lost wages. Non-pecuniary damages include non-economic harm, such as pain and suffering. Punitive damages are used by the courts to award damages to the plaintiff if the defendant committed the injury maliciously.

For example, if Daniel the Defendant crashed his car into Patty the Plaintiff and broke her leg as a result of the accident, she may be able to sue him for both compensatory and punitive damages. Patty’s compensatory damages might include any damage to her car, any costs for medical treatment that she paid out of pocket, and the wages that she was unable to earn because she was recovering from the broken leg. She may also be able to recover punitive damages if Daniel crashed into her car on purpose, or maliciously wanted to cause her harm.

Please contact the law office of Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to talk to one of our attorneys about your case. We are experienced personal injury attorneys with over 50 years of combined experience and we have gotten our clients millions of dollars of monetary compensation. You can also find further information about personal injury claims at our website www.alawpro.com.

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Car accidents and injuries occur daily by the thousands in the United States and every day people are killed in motor vehicle accidents. The California Highway Patrol maintains the Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS) which provides statistics on car accidents and injuries through its most recent report available” the 2006 Annual Report of Fatal and Injury Motor Vehicle Traffic Collisions”. This report shows the extent to which car accidents happen, where they happen, the damages that result, the victims who are injured and the various injuries suffered in those car accidents. Below are some statistics of accidents that occurred in 2006.

• 4,197 people were killed in car accidents
• 277,574 people were injured in car accidents
• There were 3,793 fatal collisions
• There were 189,957 injury collisions
• The highest number of victims involved in these crashes were in the 15-24 age group, with a total of 1,051 deaths; the next highest number of victims were in the 25-34 age group, with nearly a third fewer deaths at 695
• 736 victims killed in car accidents were pedestrians, and 155 victims were bicyclists
• The highest number of fatalities occurred with the car hitting an object, at 1,116 deaths and the highest number of injuries were in rear end collisions, with the total injured at 87,022
• Overall, the highest demographic of victims killed in automobile crashes were male drivers, at 1,786 deaths, while female drivers totaled 506 deaths

If you or a family member has been injured in an automobile accident, then please contact Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to speak with one of our experienced and knowledgeable attorneys about your case. Please also visit our website at www.alawpro.com to learn more about your rights and the different ways that we can help you with your claim.

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A year ago an infamous multi-car crash happened on Highway 99 outside Fresno. Approximately 90 vehicles, cars and trucks, collided due to dense fog. Northern Californians are no strangers to foggy streets and freeways, and seasonal fog can be the catalyst for crashes on many local roads. Now CHP and the California Dept. of Transportation are installing a new fog warning system to inform drivers of fog in the area of the gargantuan pile-up. Previously roads known to be fog-prone lacked such safety measures. Have you or a loved on been involved in a Fresno car or truck accident? Then please call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO now for a free consultation with a lawyer.

The new alert system includes signs and sensors. Freeway message signs will reflect fog updates according to information received from fog sensors. Low visibility and poor driving conditions due to fog can create dangerous road scenarios. Additionally roads with high speeds, heavy traffic and no warning system for weather can lead to deadly crashes. Cars, buses and trucks are a risk on these roads. If you have been in a freeway accident, it's not always clear who is to blame, and that is why you need the help of an experienced Law Team.

At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP we offer more than 50 years combined legal experience. To learn more about us and cases we have fought successfully, please visit our website at www.alawpro.com or call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) now. We are here to represent the rights of Californians everywhere. Please contact us now.

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A woman has been arrested and charged with elder abuse and fraud for taking money from seniors. The Chinatown case involves over 130 mostly elderly victims and 80 cases totaling nearly $200,000. In the scam, the travel agent took money for trips, reservations and tour packages to China for senior clients, but while providing a receipt, she never actually booked plane tickets or made reservations or arrangements. The woman has been charged with elder abuse, fraud and multiple other counts. Do you believe someone you know is the victim of elder abuse in the San Francisco area? Then please call 1-800-ALAWPRO now.

Financial scams are one of the many forms of elder abuse rampant in California – to learn more, visit our website at www.alawpro.com now. Travel agents, insurance agents, mechanics, home repairmen and telemarketers can be potential abusers, taking advantage of the elderly and their trust. In this travel agent fraud scam, the alleged abuser took money and even printed fake e-tickets for travel. Not only did the victims lose their money, some missed family events they were hoping to attend in China and many were devastated at losing their savings and not being able to make a trip “back home.”

Have you or a loved one been subjected to elder abuse in the Bay Area? Then please get the help of a Law Team with care and experience. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have over 50 years combined legal experience. Contact us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) to receive your free and confidential consultation. We are here for you now.

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A pick-up truck parked on railroad tracks was struck by a northbound Caltrain in San Mateo, CA, near the intersection of Ninth and South Railroad Avenues. According to official reports, the railroad crossing arms were down at the crossing and the police are still investigating why the pick-up truck drove around the crossing arms and onto the tracks. The fifty-year old driver of the pick-up truck was pronounced dead at the scene. No one on Caltrain was injured, but the accident delayed train service for several hours. Train accidents may be caused by a variety of factors, ranging from conductor error to track and equipment failure. These types of accidents may cause fatal injuries, burns, spinal and brain injuries, and paralysis.

The accident occurred at 5:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2008 as the Caltrain approached northbound in San Mateo. The pick-up was straddled across the northbound tracks and was dragged by the train for nearly 200 yards. The Caltrain commute was delayed, as investigators tried to determine why the pick-up truck was parked on the railroad tracks. Caltrains approaching the San Mateo area were instructed to return to San Francisco and San Jose.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a train accident, please call our experienced attorneys at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) Greenberg & Rudman LLP to get a free consultation about your rights. Please also visit our website at www.alawpro.com to get more information.

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Located in San Mateo County, Daly City, CA, has a population of about 100,000 people and is located adjacent to San Francisco. This city has an efficient transportation infrastructure which includes Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART), Caltrain, Highways 101, 82 and 280, and is eight miles from the San Francisco International Airport. Daly City is also referred to as the “Gateway to the Peninsula” and is home to 3.1 million square feet of retail space. Since Daly City is not as crowded as its metropolitan neighbor, San Francisco, it attracts shoppers to its big-box retailers and abundance of parking spaces.

The number of visitors and variety of transportation vehicles that enter Daly City may pose significant risks in the form of car, motorcycle, pedestrian and train accidents, among others. If you have been injured in Daly City, CA, please contact one of Greenberg & Rudman LLP’s qualified attorneys for a free consultation at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO), or visit our website www.alawpro.com for more information.

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