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Trains can be particularly dangerous to pedestrians and vehicles stopped on the tracks. These large vehicles usually have several railway cars attached, which makes it incredibly hard for the train to stop in a short amount of time. There is also additional danger to the passengers riding on the train. In 2009, there were 17 fatalities on the Caltrain railroad tracks, which service a large portion of the San Francisco Bay Area.

There were two separate accidents on Caltrains this December. The first incident occurred on December 21, 2009 when Caltrain hit an unoccupied vehicle. The driver of the vehicle was able to escape right before the crash; the incident resulted in no injuries, but there was damage to the railroad tracks. The second incident occurred on December 23 when a man stepped onto the tracks in Mountain View. The man was killed at the San Antonio Station around 5:10 p.m. but there were no injuries to the passengers on the train. Since the accident happened during peak commuting hours, the passengers were boarded onto another train.

Unfortunately, many of these Caltrain accidents occur as a result of intentional suicides. However, there may be accidents in which the deaths were unintentional and may be attributed to the negligence of the train conductor or because of the poor maintenance of Caltrain or its railroad tracks. Have you or a loved one been injured by Caltrain and want to obtain compensation for your injuries? If so, then call the attorneys of Greenberg & Rudman LLP now for your free consultation. Please go to www.alawpro.com to read more about personal injury lawsuits and train accidents.

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Located within driving distance to San Francisco, San Jose, Belmont and Redwood City, San Carlos is part of San Mateo County. The city has a population of 27,718 people and is located on the San Francisco Peninsula. San Carlos is known as the “City of Good Living” because of its small town feel and its many shops and restaurants. The city may attract new residents and tourists with its Hiller Air Museum, its high ranking schools and efficient transportation system. San Carlos is serviced by SamTrans and Caltrain, as well as the San Carlos Airport.

Public transportation is a fast and efficient way for residents to commute to jobs within the city or to other cities in the Bay Area. However, it carries within it some risks as well. For example, if a bus or train accident occurs, there may be more casualties and injuries than a car accident. If you or a family member has been injured in a bus or train accident, then you need to call the attorneys of Greenberg & Rudman LLP for a free and confidential consultation with one of our experienced attorneys at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). You can go to www.alawpro.com to read more about our attorneys and the different areas of law that we cover.

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San Ramon is considered to be a suburb of San Francisco and has a population of 44,722 people. It is located in Contra Costa County and is also home to the headquarters of Chevron Corporation, 24 Hour Fitness and Diablo Valley College. There is currently a project by the city and Sunset Development Company to enhance San Ramon’s downtown area. Public transportation in the city is easily accessible with all of its bus lines and BART stations.

Although riding on public transportation can be a cost effective and efficient way to travel, there may be accidents that happen to the vehicles along the way. Have you or a loved one been injured in a bus or train accident and want to be compensated for your injuries? If so, you need to call Greenberg & Rudman LLP now for a free consultation with one of our knowledgeable attorneys—you can reach us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). Please visit www.alawpro.com to read more about bus and train accidents.

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Positioned in the East Bay, Pittsburg is in Contra Costa County and has a population of 56,769 people. The city was formerly called Black Diamond and New York of the Pacific. The city is named after Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania but citizens voted to drop the “h” from the name. The name was chosen because of the city’s involvement with the steel building industry. Pittsburg is currently undergoing a redevelopment of the downtown area as well as a Civic Center Master Plan to create a transit-oriented area next to the new BART station.

Pittsburg is currently serviced by one BART station in Bay Point which brings commuters to other cities in the Bay Area and visitors to Pittsburg. Greenberg & Rudman LLP handles a variety of personal injury cases, including BART and train injury accidents. If you have been injured in Pittsburg on BART or Amtrak, then you need to call us immediately at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) before it’s too late to file your lawsuit. Please check out www.alawpro.com, where you can read more about train accidents and the injuries that may result.

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Caltrain provides service to commuters and residents from San Francisco to Gilroy and stops in major cities like San Jose, Millbrae and Burlingame. Between May and September 2009, there have been twelve fatalities involving Caltrain all across the Bay Area. Many of the fatalities were apparent suicides by high school students who attended the same school. Other reasons for the fatalities might be the high speed of trains as it passes residential areas, or the train’s inability to stop on short notice. Have you been involved in a train accident? Then call Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO), or visit our website www.alawpro.com for more information.

On September 21, 2009, the twelfth fatal accident involving Caltrain occurred in San Mateo. The commuter train had just left the San Mateo station around 4:45 p.m. and had not gained full speed when it hit the man. Witnesses have reported that the man, later identified as Peter Manion, was holding two parrots when he was struck by the train. It appeared that Manion froze on the train tracks as Caltrain approached. The trains traveling through the area after the incident were single-tracked and service was delayed for hours after. The cause of the incident is still under investigation.

Some of the major train accidents that have made the news have been a result of the conductor’s negligence. For example, the Metrolink crash in Los Angeles last year was caused because the conductor was texting on his cell phone. This kind of action can be considered to be negligence in a court of law, and may be attributable to the government entity responsible for the train and the conductor. The attorneys of Greenberg & Rudman LLP have represented people injured by train accidents, so call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to find out your rights in your case. You can also find us at www.alawpro.com to read more about train accidents and the injuries that may occur.

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Caltrain, Amtrak and Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) all provide Bay Area residents with efficient public transportation. However, as many people know, just getting into a motor vehicle means that you are exposing yourself to a certain level of danger. Although the number of people who are injured or killed by the trains is still relatively low compared to the number of people who take the trains, it is still heartbreaking to hear reports of fatalities on the train tracks. Have you or a loved one been injured by a train in the Bay Area? Then you should call Greenberg & Rudman LLP now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for your free consultation, or visit our website www.alawpro.com for more information.

In Redwood City on September 15, 2009, a man in his Honda was pronounced dead at the scene after he was struck by Caltrain. The incident happened around 5 p.m. when a San Carlos fire truck was traveling on El Camino Real to a structure fire. The traffic on the road had stopped to make way for the fire truck. Unfortunately, the driver of the Honda pulled onto the railroad tracks and was trapped by other cars when the guard rails lowered. The Caltrain was traveling at 75 miles an hour when it struck the car; the vehicle was destroyed and the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

Caltrain officials have warned drivers to use extreme caution when stopping for emergency vehicles and to make sure that drivers never stop on railroad tracks. Personal injury lawsuits focus on the wrongdoing of a certain party. Each case depends on its special set of circumstances, so call the attorneys of Greenberg & Rudman LLP now for a free consultation of your case. You can reach us at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). We work on a contingency fee basis, which means that you will not pay any costs or fees unless we win the case for you. Go to www.alawpro.com to read more about train accidents and wrongful death lawsuits.

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Part of the Silicon Valley, Sunnyvale is in Santa Clara County and is home to 131,760 residents. Sunnyvale is within driving distance to Los Altos, Cupertino, and Santa Clara. Silicon Valley is well known for its technology industry, but it also houses some of the world’s largest aerospace/defense companies like Lockheed Martin, Honeywell and Spirent Communications. A unique fact about Sunnyvale is that it has a single unified Department of Public Safety, which means that its personnel are all trained as firefighters, police officers and EMTs. The city is divided between industrial use areas and residential zones. There are many major freeways that run through the area, and it is serviced by the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority and Caltrain.

Caltrain and Amtrak have been in the news headlines lately because of several train accidents. Have you or a loved one been involved in a train accident and were injured? If so, you need to contact Greenberg & Rudman LLP immediately for a free consultation. If the accident happened a while ago, you may be running out of time to file your lawsuit. Call us today at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free and confidential consultation. Check out our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about train accident injuries and backgrounds on our attorneys and law firm.

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In yet another San Francisco Municipal Railway accident, two MUNI trains crushed a sport utility vehicle between them on Market Street in San Francisco on August 4, 2009. This accident followed another MUNI accident that occurred on July 18, 2009, and which injured 47 people. The August 4 accident occurred on Market and Noe Streets around 5:45 p.m., and appears to be caused by the second train hitting the SUV, and causing it to hit the train in front of it. Although there were only six people injured and there were no serious injuries, there is still increasing concern about the cause of the incident and the future of MUNI.

Officials are still investigating the cause of the accident, but according to the passengers on the train, it appears as though the driver was distracted by another passenger right before the accident occurred. The director of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency expressed his frustration and concern at this recent MUNI accident. There have been accusations that MUNI has concentrated on timely service more so than the safety of the trains. However, statistics show that MUNI has actually had a double digit decline in traffic incidents. There are new safety measures to be carried out, such as a new camera monitoring system on all trains.

If you have suffered injuries in a train accident because of someone else’s negligence, you may be able to recover for your injuries. For example, the driver of the MUNI train may be held by a judge or a jury to be negligent in his job because he was not performing his duties properly, which ultimately resulted in the accident. To find out your rights in this kind of situation, call Greenberg & Rudman LLP now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for your free consultation. Or, you can go to www.alawpro.com to read more about train accidents and the injuries that may occur.

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With a population of 103,621 people, Daly City is located on the San Francisco Peninsula. Daly City is also located within driving distance to San Francisco, San Bruno, Brisbane and Pacifica. Daly City is home to the Cow Palace, which hosts a number of events, including the annual Grand National Rodeo, Horse & Stock Show, along with a number of concerts and sporting events. Daly City might attract visitors to the area with its numerous golf courses, the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, and two public swimming pools.

Daly City is serviced by several highways and by SamTrans, BART and some San Francisco Muni lines. The area is very close to downtown San Francisco, which makes it a great suburb for people commuting to the city for work. All of this traffic may contribute to problems on the highways and on the train and bus systems. If you have been injured in Daly City, you should contact Greenberg & Rudman LLP immediately for a free and confidential consultation. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). Our attorneys have over 50 years of combined experience and can help protect your rights in a car, train or bus accident. Check out our website, www.alawpro.com for more information on these types of accidents.

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Last week in San Francisco, there was a multiple injury train accident involving the MUNI light-rail system. Luckily in that accident, there were only injuries and no fatalities. In several places along railroad tracks in the Bay Area, there is inadequate protection from trains, or a lack of signs warning pedestrians from the danger. Conductors operating the trains may not be able to stop the train in time, or may not even realize that there is danger on the tracks. Another danger that may occur on railroads is when drivers in other vehicles break the law by stopping on the tracks when the train is coming, or by leaving their vehicle too close to the tracks.

A crash in Lathrop on July 27, 2009 between an Altamont Commuter Express train and a pickup truck resulted in one fatality. The train left from the Stockton station and was headed to San Jose. The pickup truck was parked on the railroad tracks when the train struck it, killing the driver. In another train accident on July 28, 2009, a pedestrian was killed by an Amtrak train in Fairfield. The victim was struck around 4:45 p.m. near East Tabor Avenue. Officials are still investigating the circumstances of the crash, but there were no passengers or crew members injured in the crash. Amtrak service was also delayed two and a half hours as a result of the incident.

Have you or a loved one been injured in a train accident in the Bay Area? Being injured in such an accident is a terrible time or you and your family. We may not be able to heal you or reverse the accident, but we can help you obtain compensation for your injuries. Focus on the things you need to right now and make sure that your legal rights are being protected by an experienced trial attorney. Call Greenberg & Rudman LLP now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for your free and confidential consultation. Please visit our website, www.alawpro.com to find out more about train accidents.

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Positioned in the northern section of the San Francisco Peninsula, Colma is a very small city with only a population of 1,191 people. Colma is part of San Mateo County and is home to several cemeteries. In fact, Colma is also known as “the city of the silent.” The cemeteries located in Colma are a result of San Francisco’s ordinance outlawing any new cemeteries within city limits, and later the eviction of the existing cemeteries. The area is also serviced by Bay Area Rapid Transit as well as SamTrans.

There have been several notable train accidents in the Bay Area recently. Being involved in a train accident may result in serious injury and even death. If you have been injured in Colma by BART, you should contact the attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP immediately. Our attorneys have over 50 years of combined experience and will fight for your rights. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free and confidential consultation. You can also check out our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about train accidents and the injuries that may occur.

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Light rails and trains have become our answer to a faster commute. The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority has a light rail that passes through downtown San Jose and other parts of Santa Clara County. The train is fast and efficient, but also carries with it the dangers of a large vehicle. Many pedestrians or drivers may underestimate the speed of these light rails, or may overestimate the amount of time that they have to cross the tracks. Like larger trains, these light rails are hard to stop because of their size.

On June 18, 2009, at the intersection of Leigh Avenue and Southwest Expressway, a victim was struck and killed by the VTA light rail train. Investigators have stated that the victim was riding a razor-scooter and had gone under the crossing arm right before he was struck by the train. There were no injuries to any of the passengers on the train. The police are still investigating the cause of the accident.

Depending on who was negligent in the case, the boy’s family may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit against Santa Clara County. For example, if the family can prove negligence on the part of the driver, if he was going too fast in the area, or wasn’t paying attention, then the court may award them a certain compensatory judgment. However, if the case did make it to court, there may be a chance that the jury or the judge finds that the boy and the train were both negligent and award damages based on that; or the court may find that the county is not negligent at all and dismiss the case. Although we cannot tell you or promise you the result of a lawsuit, we can help you file it successfully. There are many deadlines and details that normal people may not know about, but an experienced attorney has practice in. The attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP can help you—call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free consultation. Check out our website, www.alawpro.com to find out more about train accidents.

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Train accidents can be deadly, and sometimes cannot be prevented. Often times, the conductor may fail to see the vehicle or person on the tracks, or sees them too late to hit the brakes. Other times, trespassers or pedestrians may cross the tracks in an attempt to get to the other side before the train reaches them, but are unsuccessful. There were five fatal accidents occurring in the Bay Area between Wednesday, June 3, 2009 and Saturday, June 6, 2009 involving Caltrain and Amtrack trains. If you have been injured by a train, you need to contact Greenberg & Rudman LLP immediately for a free consultation at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO).

On Wednesday, a seventeen year old girl, Sonya Raymakers from Gunn High School in Palo Alto was fatally struck at the East Meadow Drive crossing. Then, on Thursday morning, a man was killed by an Amtrak train in Berkeley. Investigators are reporting that it was an apparent suicide. Later on Thursday, Vida Silver was killed when her 100 pound pit bull pulled her by his leash across the tracks in Hayward. She and the dog were hit and killed by the Amtrak Capitol Corridor train. On Friday afternoon near San Jose’s Diridon station, a bicyclist was fatally struck on the tracks. The unidentified bicyclist went under the lowered crossing gates after the northbound Caltrain had passed, but was struck by the southbound train. Then on Saturday, Richard Steven Collins of Richmond was hit and killed by the Capital Corridor Caltrain at 10:45 a.m. Investigators have reported that he likely thought the train was a slow moving freight train and failed to move out of the way even though the conductor blew the horn. The accident happened at the Gilman Street crossing in Berkeley.

Although many of these accidents may have been preventable, if there is negligence or recklessness found on the part of the parties, the victims’ families may be able to sue for wrongful death. The details of each case are very important to the success of the case. The attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP handle cases on a contingency fee basis, which means that you will pay no costs unless we win the case for you. Don’t be fooled by other firms who sign up your case but are not prepared to fight for you and take your case to trial. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to speak to an attorney—we have over 50 years of combined experience. Click on this link to go to our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about our attorneys and train accidents.

Want to know more about train accidents? Then go to Part 1: CALTRAIN AND OTHER TRAIN ACCIDENTS MAY RESULT IN DEATH, OR SERIOUS INJURY—CALL SAN FRANCISCO PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS NOW (Part 1 of 2)

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As evidenced by the traumatic injuries and deaths which occurred in the LA Metrolink train accident, which occurred last year, train accidents can be deadly, and are becoming increasingly common. Train accidents may result in a greater number of deaths or injuries because of the number of passengers present on the train, as well as the power and size of the train. It may be much easier to stop a passenger car than it is to stop a train. Additionally, in order to operate a train, the conductor must have had sufficient training and must pay attention to what is going on at all times.

In 2009, there have already been 2,485 incidents/accidents in the federal railroad system, according to the Federal Railroad Administration Office of Safety Analysis. This is compared to 3,184 accidents/incidents that occurred in 2008. There have been 150 fatalities in 2009, 318 derailments, 94 trespasser fatalities and 7 employee fatalities. There were 49 highway-rail incident deaths. It is reported that 137 accidents/incidents were caused by the tracks, whether it was a malfunction or problem. There were 95 accidents/incidents that occurred in 2009 in which there was reportable damage of above $200,000.

There may be many people or companies who may be liable for deaths or serious injuries in train accidents. For example, in a lawsuit, the court or a jury might find that the conductor was liable because he was negligent, but may also find his employer, the owner of the train and the owner of the cargo responsible for the lawsuit as well. In order to find out what you may be compensated for in a train accident, you should contact Greenberg & Rudman LLP now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to obtain a free and confidential consultation. Go to our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about train accidents.

Want to read more about train accidents? Then go to Part 2: FOUR FATAL TRAIN ACCIDENTS OCCUR IN BAY AREA OVER THREE DAYS—HAVE YOU BEEN INJURED BY A TRAIN? CALL OAKLAND PERSONAL INJURY FIRM NOW

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With its lively college students from Saint Mary’s College, Moraga is located in Contra Costa County, east of Oakland and south of Concord. The city has a population of 16,290 residents, not including the students at Saint Mary’s College. In the 2000 census, Moraga was the 79th wealthiest nation in the United States with a population above 10,000. Moraga also has reputable school district. All of these factors may attract city dwellers looking for a quieter suburban area to move to. An increase in residents in the area may mean that there are more commuters on the road. This may result in more car accidents, or more incidents on the public transportation system, such as BART or Caltrain.

Have you or a loved one been injured in a car, bus or train accident? There has been several injury accidents in the Bay Area within the last few months. If you are suffering from injuries as a result of any of these accidents, you are not alone. The attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP are here to help you. We may not be able to take away the pain or change what happened, but we can help you seek compensation for your injuries. Give us a call at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to speak to a knowledgeable attorney for a free consultation. Check out our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about car, train and bus accidents, and the injuries that may result.

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Known as one of the greatest escapes in the Bay Area, Half Moon Bay is in San Mateo County and has a population of 11,842 residents. There is the Pillar Point Harbor, which allows for boating and fishing, and beaches for tourists and residents to enjoy. The downtown area for Half Moon Bay is also popular for its small stores and for its annual Art and Pumpkin Festival. There is also a 36 hole public golf course, the Half Moon bay Golf Links. The area attracts tourists because it is close the large urban areas of San Francisco and San Jose, but still maintains a very tranquil environment.

Personal injury lawsuits may range from train accidents to medical malpractice cases to wrongful death. If you or a family member has suffered an injury and are unsure on how to proceed, you need to contact Greenberg & Rudman LLP right away. Give us a call now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to speak to a knowledgeable attorney about your case. We cannot guarantee the results of your case, but may be able to help you in your situation. We handle cases on a contingency fee basis, which means that you do not pay any costs unless we win your case for you. Visit our website www.alawpro.com for more information on personal injury lawsuits.

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Over recent months, there have been several train accidents involving Caltrain, and Amtrak. One of the main reasons that train accidents may occur is because of conductor error, as well as excessive speed, or because of objects blocking the tracks. It is incredibly difficult for a train to come to a stop quickly because of its size and weight of its load. Some of these accidents may occur because of carelessness on the part of drivers in cars, buses or trucks. These drivers may think that they have more time to cross the tracks before the train arrives, but underestimate the speed of the train. Other times, vehicles may get stuck on the tracks and the train fails to stop in time.

On May 18, 2009, an Amtrak train collided with a vehicle in North Richmond around 5 p.m. The crash occurred near Market Avenue and Sixth Street. The driver of the vehicle was taken to the hospital with injuries, but no one on the train was injured. California Highway Patrol is still investigating the cause of the accident. The train was delayed for approximately an hour and a half, and caused delays to other trains as well.

Injuries from train accidents can be horrific, but you don’t have to go through it alone. We may not be able to heal your injuries or bring back a loved one, but we can help you through the tough times by handling your legal issues. Give us a call at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to obtain a free and confidential consultation with one of our knowledgeable attorneys. Don’t be fooled by other firms who sign up your case but aren’t prepared to fight for you and take your case to trial. We are experienced trial attorneys who have taken on big insurance companies and won. Please go to our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about our firm history, and more information on train accidents.

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Just west of the San Francisco Bay, Millbrae is in San Mateo County and has a population of 20,718 people. Millbrae is south of San Francisco and north of Burlingame; it is also located near the San Francisco International Airport. Millbrae is accessible by Highways 101 and 280, and is served by BART, SamTrans (San Mateo Transit District) and Caltrain. The availability of public transportation to the northern and southern parts of the Bay Area attracted more residents and business owners to Millbrae. This increase in residents may result in more car accidents, bus accidents or train accidents.

Have you or a loved one been involved in an accident involving a car, train or bus? If so, you need to call the attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP to get a free consultation about your specific case. An experienced attorney may be able to tell you when the deadlines for your case would be, what damages you can recover from the wrongdoer, and what problems you may encounter in your case. Without an experienced attorney, the process may be tough and you may miss deadlines that you don’t know about. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free and confidential consultation with a knowledgeable attorney. Go to our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about the areas of law that we practice, and profiles on our attorneys.

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Many may remember the deadly train accident in Southern California a couple of years ago in which dozens of people were killed when the train engineer failed to stop in time. Train accidents may occur more frequently than many people think. The size and weight of its cargo makes the train incredibly difficult to stop in a short period of time. Often, trains will travel at a reduced speed through towns or cities, but accidents still may happen as a result of negligence, or some other event. If you have been injured in a train accident, you need to call an experienced attorney now for a free and confidential consultation. Call Greenberg & Rudman LLP now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO).

On April 25, 2009 in Burlingame, a city south of San Francisco, a freight train struck a motor home that was stalled on the tracks. The motor home belonged to a couple from Oregon, and was stuck on the tracks near Broadway Avenue. The RV’s driver and other good Samaritans were attempting to push the RV over the tracks when they saw the train approaching quickly. The train was unable to stop and slammed into the RV just seconds after the people ran to safety. No one was injured by buildings and vehicles in the area reported minor to moderate damage from the flying debris. There is no report whether the engine of the train suffered any damage. Caltrain, which shares the same railroad tracks, was delayed for hours after the accident.

Suffering from injuries from a train accident, or any other type of accident, can be a tremendously painful experience. The attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP may be able to help. We may not be able to heal you or bring back a loved one, but we can help you file a lawsuit and fight in court to get the damages that you deserve. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free and confidential consultation. We have won over $150 million in verdicts and settlements, and our attorneys have over fifty years of experience. Visit our website, www.alawpro.com to read more on train accidents.

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Located near Redwood City, San Mateo, and San Francisco, San Carlos has a population of 27,718 people. San Carlos is an affluent suburb positioned halfway between San Francisco and San Jose and is also near the San Francisco International Airport. It also has its own airport and two museums, the Hiller Air Museum and the San Carlos History Museum. There are also two transit systems in San Carlos, the San Mateo County Transit system and Caltrain. Since San Carlos is a suburb, it may be perfect for commuters working in San Francisco and San Jose. This may increase the number of car or train accidents in the area.

Train accidents may be particularly devastating because of the large size of the trains and the number of passengers that they may carry, especially along the San Francisco Peninsula during rush hour traffic. If you have been injured by Caltrain, or by a metropolitan transit system, you need to speak to an experienced attorney right away. We can help you fight for your rights. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free consultation and confidential consultation from one of our knowledgeable attorneys. Go to our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about train accidents.

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Situated on the San Francisco Peninsula, Burlingame has a population of 28,158 residents and is part of San Mateo County. Burlingame is within driving distance from San Francisco, Pacifica, Palo Alto and is across the bay from Fremont and Oakland. It is also home to the San Francisco International Airport, and is accessible by Highways 280 and 101. The Burlingame area is also serviced by Caltrain, and there is a BART station which services the airport. With so many travelers going in and coming out of Burlingame to the various Bay Area cities, there might be a greater chance of car or train accidents.

If you have been involved in a car or train accident in Burlingame, and you sustained injuries or property damage from the accident, you should contact the attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP right away. We can inform you of your rights and help you in the lawsuit process. Our attorneys have over 50 years of combined experience—so call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free and confidential consultation. We handle cases on a contingency fee basis, which means that you do not pay us unless we win the case for you. Please also go to our website, www.alawpro.com to read more on car and train accidents.

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Situated in Santa Clara County, Morgan Hill has a population of 33,556 and is located across the bay from San Francisco, and south of Oakland and Berkeley. Morgan Hill was also part of the Silicon Valley high-tech boom. There are also several county and state parks located in the city, such as Henry W. Coe State Park, Anderson Lake County Park and the Uvas Canyon County Park, as well as city recreational parks. Highway 101 runs through Morgan Hill, which is also serviced by the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority, Caltrain, Amtrak and the Monterey-Salinas Transit.

Have you been injured in one of Morgan Hill’s numerous parks, or on a bus or train which services the area? If so, you may be entitled to compensation. Each case is unique and the circumstances will vary from case to case, but we can help you determine whether or not your injuries were legally caused by someone else’s wrongdoing, and how much damages you may be entitled to collect. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to speak to one of our knowledgeable attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP in a free and confidential consultation. Please also check out our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about premises liability, slip and fall, train and bus accidents.

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Truck and train accidents may be more likely to occur because of the size of the vehicles. In truck accidents, the owner of the truck, the owner of the cargo, the driver, and his employer could all potentially be liable for the accident. In train accidents, the time that it takes to stop a train could be very limited and be a significant cause in accidents. In both of these types of accidents, the number of victims involved may be greater than those involved in car or pedestrian accidents.

A collision between an 18-wheel truck and a San Francisco Municipal Railway train occurred on Monday, March 16, 2009 in San Francisco’s Dogpatch neighborhood. The accident occurred at the intersection of 22nd and 3rd Streets; the truck and the train were running parallel to each other when the truck made a left turn in front of the train. There is a sign indicating that there are no left turns at the intersection where the accident occurred. Fortunately, the train was only traveling at about three miles an hour. Approximately a dozen people were evaluated by the paramedics and eight were transported to hospitals. Police report that the accident did not cause significant damage to the train, but the cause is still under investigation. The 18-wheel truck is owned by John Christner Trucking. The accident disrupted Muni service until approximately 6 p.m. Monday night and required shuttle buses to run in place of the train. As part of standard procedure, the Muni train driver was tested for drugs and alcohol and placed on non-driving status.

Those injured in the accident could potentially have claims against the San Francisco Municipal Railway, the owner of the 18-wheeler truck, the driver, employer of the driver, or the owner of the cargo. If you have been injured in an accident involving a train or big rig truck, you need to speak to an attorney at Greenberg & Rudman LLP immediately. We can help you every step of the way and make sure that all of the paperwork is filed correctly and on time. We advance all costs and expenses related to your case and we do not recoup these costs unless we collect money for you. You can reach us at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for your free and confidential consultation. Please also go to our website, www.alawpro.com to read more on trucking and train accidents.

Want to read more about big rig trucking accidents? Then go to Part 2: CARGO TRUCK CRASHES ON I-880 OFFRAMP IN OAKLAND—CALL TRUCK ACCIDENT INJURY LAWYERS NOW (Part 2 of 2)

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Located in Contra Costa County, Martinez has a population of 35,866 people. It is located near Concord, Walnut Hill, Berkeley and is across the bay from San Francisco. Martinez is well known for the well preserved historic buildings in its downtown area. It is serviced by Highways 4 and 680 and has several Amtrak train stops in the area. Martinez is also serviced by a BART station and several bus lines. Many Martinez residents may commute to other areas of the Bay Area for work, but there may be many visitors driving on the weekends to visit Martinez.

With the influx of traffic coming in and out of Martinez, there might be more car, bus and train accidents. If you or a family member has been injured in Martinez, you should call the attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP immediately. We have won over $150 million in settlements and verdicts, including lawsuits against large insurance companies and corporations. We can help assess your case in a confidential and free consultation—so call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). Go to our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about our attorneys and the areas of law that we practice.

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Train accidents may happen in a split second and could potentially injure hundreds of people at one time. Train accidents may happen because the conductor does not react quickly enough to a foreign object on the tracks, or potentially because there is a defect in the train itself. The injury would not just be to the victim hit by the train, but the passengers on the train could also suffer injuries. The accident may also happen as a result of the conductor’s negligence, much like the major train accident which happened in Southern California last year in which the conductor was text messaging on his cell phone when the accident happened.

On March 10, 2009, an Amtrak train hit a vehicle with two passengers in it in Davis near the intersection of L and 2nd Streets. The driver of the vehicle, Aaron Singerenglar, took the turn onto the railroad tracks too sharply and ended up flipping the BMW. He and a passenger were able to escape the BMW before the Amtrak train completely destroyed it. The two men suffered minor injuries from the crash. Police are still investigating the accident.

Being involved in a train accident can be incredibly traumatic to the victim and to his family. The attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP have had a lot of experience making sure that families of the victim and the victim are well taken care of. We are committed to obtaining compensation for victims injured by the negligence of others. We do not have the power to undo an injury or bring back a loved one, but we can help you seek compensation. Give us a call at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to get a free consultation. Visit our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about train accidents.

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Home to the annual Garlic Festival, Gilroy is the southernmost city in Santa Clara County and has a population of 51,173 residents. Gilroy is located south of San Jose and near Santa Cruz and Monterey. The city processes more garlic products than any other in the world and holds a yearly festival for garlic products. Gilroy is also famous for its Victorian resort, Gilroy Yamato Hot Springs and the Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park. Gilroy is serviced by Highways 101 and 152, Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority, Caltrain, Amtrak, Monterey-Salinas Transit and San Benito County Express.

With so many visitors traveling through the area to gain access to the greater Bay Area, or to visit Santa Cruz or Monterey Bay, the roads may become more dangerous. With so many different public transportation options, there may be an increase in train accidents, or motor vehicle accidents on the road. To see if you are entitled to damages because of a train or motor vehicle accident, you should speak to an experienced attorney at Greenberg & Rudman LLP immediately. Call us at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free consultation with one of our knowledgeable attorneys. Go to our website www.alawpro.com for more information on train accidents and motor vehicle accidents.

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At the heart of the Silicon Valley, Palo Alto is located in Santa Clara County and has a population of 58,598 residents. Palo Alto is home to Stanford University and many high tech companies. It is located near Menlo Park, Redwood City and Mountain View. Palo Alto is also located within driving distance to San Jose, San Francisco and Oakland. It is serviced by Highways 280, 101 and Caltrain. Some of Palo Alto’s famous corporations are Hewlett Packard and Facebook. There are more than 6,000 businesses in Palo Alto, which employ more than 98,000 people.

Many of the people who work in Palo Alto commute from other cities in the Bay Area, and depend on Caltrain to get to work. In case you have been injured in a Caltrain accident, call Greenberg & Rudman LLP immediately to speak to an attorney about your case. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to get a free and confidential consultation with one of our attorneys. Visit our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about train accidents.

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Train accidents have become increasingly more common in the United States. Last year, there was a tragic accident in Chatsworth, California in which a Metrolink train crashed and killed more than 25 people, and left hundreds injured. Train accidents may occur because of the sheer size of the trains, its heavy cargo or lack of conductor control. All over the United States, and in the Bay Area, there are train tracks that run through residential areas, which may pose an even greater danger to pedestrians and others.

On Wednesday, February 18, 2009, two separate accidents involving Amtrak trains occurred in the Bay Area. The first accident occurred at 6:10 a.m. in Richmond near Chelsey Avenue. The Amtrak train hit a car parked on the tracks in what is reported to be an apparent suicide. The second accident occurred near the Hayward station at Paseo Grande and St. John Avenue at 3:30 p.m. It is reported that there was a pedestrian walking along the tracks, with his back to the train. The conductor sounded the horn on the train but the pedestrian failed to move and the train failed to stop in time. Both accidents caused delays of up to two hours. No one on the trains was hurt in the accidents.

To find out your rights if you have been injured in a train accident, call Greenberg & Rudman LLP now to speak to an experienced attorney. We know that this is a terrible time for you and your family, but having a lawyer on your side can actually make things easier for you. Please call us now for a free and confidential consultation at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). Please also visit our website www.alawpro.com for more information on train accidents, and to read more about our attorneys.

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As efficient as public transportation can be in San Francisco, it also poses several dangers to passengers and pedestrians. As evidenced by the BART and MUNI train accidents last week, these accidents are unpredictable and could occur at any time. The sheer size of BART and MUNI trains may contribute to the accidents, as well as conductor error and excessive speed. Passengers in the trains at the time of the accident may be better off than pedestrians who are struck by the trains.

On Sunday, February 8, 2009, Bill Brand, an Oakland resident, was hit by the MUNI N-Judah train. The accident occurred at 9:10 p.m. near Second and King Streets, by AT&T Park. The train was headed towards the Caltrain station. Service on MUNI was disrupted for about two hours after the accident. Officials are still investigating the accident and are unsure what caused the accident. Mr. Brand, who used to be a reporter for the Oakland Tribune, is listed in critical condition.

Accidents such as these can be devastating to families. If you or a loved one has been involved in a train accident, please call Greenberg & Rudman LLP immediately for a free consultation on your rights. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to speak to an experienced attorney about your case. We have won over $150 million in settlements and verdicts. You can also visit our website www.alawpro.com for more information on train accidents and read profiles on our attorneys.

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Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) is an efficient way to get around the Bay Area and is an important part of many East Bay residents’ commute. However, as efficient and environmentally savvy as BART may be, there are sometimes incidents which result in injury. Train accidents have been a frequent occurrence in the United States and are a result of conductor error, excess speed or foreign material on the tracks.

On Tuesday, February 3, 2009, two BART cars derailed and collided with each other in Oakland at the 12th Street station. Both cars were the lead cars in two trains that were traveling in the same direction. One of the trains was on automatic and the other was being driven manually. There were thirteen people injured in the collision and all of the passengers made it out of the cars through a catwalk. By 7 p.m. that night, there were no significant delays on BART and crews worked all night to clear the trains from the tracks. The cause of the incident is still under investigation.

If you were a passenger injured in this incident, or any other train collision, you should call Greenberg & Rudman LLP for a free consultation at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). We handle all cases on a contingency basis. We are paid a percentage of what we recover for you. This means you pay no legal fees unless we collect money for you. If we don’t recover money for you, you will not owe us a fee. Please visit our website, www.alawpro.com to find out more about train accidents in the United States.

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Accidents involving trains may be especially hard to prevent because of the sheer size of trains and the split second timing in which these accidents occur. The trains may also carry large amounts of cargo that are not completely secure and may make the accident worse in the long run. The San Francisco Muni, short for the Municipal Railway, consists of bus lines, trolley lines light rail lines, cable car lines and a heritage street car. All of their routes operate year round and many operate 24 hours a day.

On Wednesday, January 28, 2009, the Muni’s N-Judah trains traveling in opposite directions collided with a vehicle in the Inner Sunset neighborhood. The accident occurred near the 10th Avenue and Judah Street intersection around 4:10 p.m. No serious injuries were reported, but the trains were still delayed at 5 p.m. on that day.

If you have been injured in this train collision, or any other train collision, you should speak to an attorney as soon as possible. The attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP have had years of experience in court and can help you in your case. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free consultation. Go to our website, www.alawpro.com to find out more about the statistics on train accidents and other injuries.

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Located in Santa Clara County, Sunnyvale, California has a population of 131,760. Sunnyvale is in the Silicon Valley, and is located near San Jose, Mountain View, Los Altos and Cupertino. It is also within driving distance to the San Francisco Bay Area. Sunnyvale attracts employees in the high tech world with its large corporations, such as Yahoo and Lockheed Martin. The city also contains several different neighborhoods, such as Birdland, Lakewood Village and Cherry Chase.

Sunnyvale is accessible by the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority, Caltrain and major Highways 101 and 280. It has also been recognized as a Bicycle Friendly Community, with many on and off street bike lanes, and bike accommodations on public transportation. With the amount of transportation systems available in Sunnyvale, it is inevitable that some accidents will happen. If you have been injured in an accident in Sunnyvale, you should contact Greenberg & Rudman LLP immediately for a free consultation at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). Our website, www.alawpro.com can also provide you with more information on personal injury lawsuits.

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San Mateo, a city just south of San Francisco, has a population of 92,482. It is located between Burlingame, Foster City and is across the San Francisco Bay from Oakland and San Jose. San Mateo is accessible by a variety of different transportation systems, including SamTrans, AC Transit and Caltrain. There are also several prominent companies based in San Mateo, including Blizzard North, Keynote Systems and formerly YouTube.

With its hub of public transportation and many notable companies worthy of commuters, there may be an increase of car, bus and train accidents in San Mateo. Recently, there was a pedestrian injured in a car accident in San Mateo. The accident occurred on Thursday, January 8, 2009 at West 39th Street and Edison Street. The victim was in the crosswalk when he was hit by a driver, 57 year old Louis James Henry. Police have reported that Mr. Henry was under the influence of drugs at the time of the accident. If you or a loved one has been injured in San Mateo and want to learn more about your rights, please call Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to get a free consultation from one of our experienced attorneys. Visit our website www.alawpro.com for more information on our law firm and practice.

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Although trains themselves may be deadly and play a role in fatalities, there may be other incidents that occur near a train or station that may result in injury or death. The Bay Area Rapid Transit system (BART) faced two different incidents in the past week at the Oakland station and between the Walnut Creek and Lafayette stations.

On Monday, December 29, 2008, a fire broke out on the tracks between the Walnut Creek and Lafayette BART stations. The fire disrupted and slowed the service for the rest of the night. No one was reported to be injured in the incident. A 22 year old victim, Oscar Grant, was shot and killed by a BART officer on Thursday, January 1, 2009. According to official reports, there were two groups of people fighting on the train, and the BART officers were called to break up the fight. There were no weapons recovered at the scene and Mr. Grant was not armed.

Incidents such as these, which cause injury or even death, may entitle a family to seek out damages in a wrongful death suit. In order to find out about your rights, you should speak to an attorney as soon as possible about your case. The attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP have years of experience and have won over $150 million in verdicts and settlements. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to get a free consultation. Go to www.alawpro.com and read more about our attorneys.

Want to read more about train related incidents? Read Part I: CALTRAIN ACCIDENT RESULTS IN ANOTHER DEATH IN MOUNTAIN VIEW (Part 1 of 2)

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Train crashes are a common occurrence in the United States, and other incidents involving the train system may also be increasing. Northern California has seen several different incidents resulting in fatalities involving Caltrain in the last few months. Caltrain has reported that there have been sixteen fatalities on their train tracks in 2008 and eight of those fatalities have been ruled suicides. Two of these deaths were unintentional and the rest have not been determined. The number of Caltrain deaths in 2008 doubled from those reported in 2007.

On Wednesday, December 31, 2008, there was another fatal injury in Mountain View that involved Caltrain and a pedestrian. A Caltrain, traveling southbound at around 6:15 p.m. on Wednesday night struck a pedestrian just north of Castro Street. Officials have reported that the pedestrian was standing on the tracks and even though the train engineer activated the emergency brakes, he was still unable to stop the train.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a train accident, you should speak to an experienced attorney as soon as possible. We know that this is a terrible time for you and your family, but having a lawyer on your side can actually make things easier for you. Greenberg & Rudman LLP is committed to obtaining compensation for victims injured by the negligence of others. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to speak to one of our attorneys. Our website, www.alawpro.com can also provide more information on train accidents.

Want to know more about train related incidents? Please read Part II: BART SHOOTING LEAVES HAYWARD MAN DEAD (Part 2 of 2)

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Motor vehicle accidents normally involve cars, trucks, buses or trains. However in a less common instance in Walnut Creek a man died after his golf cart crashed into a car. Golf cart accidents can happen on the road or on the golf course and can be serious since carts offer little protection to its occupants. Golf cart accidents can be the fault of drivers, cart manufacturers or even the premises on which they occur. Golf cart injuries can include head or spinal injuries, broken bones, lacerations, paralysis (including paraplegia and quadriplegia) and burn injuries. To learn more, visit our website at www.alawpro.com. If you have been hurt in a motor vehicle accident in the Bay Area, speak to an attorney for free by calling 1-800-ALAWPRO now.

The fatal Walnut Creek golf cart accident occurred on Rossmoor Parkway when the cart struck an oncoming car. The victim, an elderly man, sustained severe leg injuries. He died following an operation to fix his leg. Another occupant in the golf cart was hurt, while the car driver was unharmed. Golf cart accidents can have many dangerous consequences, and if you've been involved you should seek help from a knowledgeable Law Team.

If you or a loved one has been hurt in a Bay Area cart or car crash, get legal help now. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have more than 50 years combined legal experience. Let us help you in your time of need. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) now for your free and confidential consultation.

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With the holidays coming up, a large number of people are out and about, whether it’s visiting family, going to holiday parties or finishing up holiday shopping. With this increase of people on the roads, and public transportation, there is a higher chance of accidents occurring. In the last week, there have been numerous accidents in the Bay Area.

• On Friday, December 5, 2008, Caltrain struck and killed a man near the Hayward Park station around 7:30 a.m. Officials have reported that there was no pedestrian crossing where the man was hit, and there was no reason for him to be there. Caltrain was delayed for approximately an hour and a half, and delays continued on for hours after the fatality.
• A pedestrian was killed in a hit and run accident on Friday in San Francisco, near Lake Merced. He was identified as San Francisco resident Gerardo Yambao. Police are still investigating the hit and run accident and are searching for a white SUV in connection with the incident.
• A woman died in a car accident in San Bruno after veering across two lanes and hitting the driver’s side of a SUV. The accident happened around 11:40 p.m. on Friday night on Interstate 380, and the woman was pronounced dead at 1:05 a.m. The driver of the SUV was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, but was not believed to be the cause of the accident.

If you have suffered injuries as a result of your accident, and feel that the other party was at fault for the accident, or if your insurance company has failed to pay for your repairs and injuries, call Greenberg & Rudman LLP now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to speak to one of our attorneys about your rights. We are experienced trial lawyers who can help you with your case and get justice for you. We will advance all costs, and do not charge you unless we have won your case for you.


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Newark, CA is home to over 43,000 people. Completely surrounded by Fremont, Newark is an Alameda County enclave. Major car, bus, truck and motorcycle transportation for Newark is provided by I-880, SR 84 and the Dumbarton Bridge. Public transportation for Newark residents is mostly accessed thru Fremont and includes service by AC Transit, BART, Amtrak and ACE. With so much ability to move around the people of Newark are at risk for injury and death in crashes involving cars, trains, buses and more. Been hurt in a Newark accident? Then call 1-800-ALAWPRO for a free interview with a lawyer.

Multi-vehicle accidents on freeways in the Bay Area seem like a daily occurrence. Crash injuries can include burns, broken bones, paralysis from spinal injuries, lacerations and the result can often be death. The cause of injury-accidents is not always clear. Who is a fault? The truck? The train? The hole in the road? If you've been hurt, you shouldn't have to deal with these questions as well as dealing with recovering from your trauma. Get help from a lawyer if you have been involved in an accident.

If you've been hurt in Newark, please call the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP. We have more than 50 years legal experience in winning cases like yours. To learn more about us please visit our website at www.alawpro.com. Or call us for a free and confidential consultation at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776). Let us do the work and worrying for you. Please contact us now.

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Union City, California boasts a population of over 73,000. Located in Alameda County, Union City contains Decoto and Alvarado communities. Like most East Bay cities, Union City is served by numerous highways and public transit systems, allowing its residents easy access into larger cities like Oakland and San Francisco, as well as quick and comfortable mobility around the entire Bay Area. Unfortunately, commutes on the road or rail can be marred by accidents. Car, motorcycle, bus, truck, and train crashes can result in severe injury and even death. If you have been hurt in an accident, please get in touch with a Union City attorney by calling 1-800-ALAWPRO for your free consultation.

Two major highways serve Union City: I-880 and Mission Boulevard (State Route 238). Dumbarton bridge gives Union City access across the SF Bay. Public transportation for Union City dwellers includes multiple bus systems: Union City Transit, AC Transit and Dumbarton Express; and rail service BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) which has a Union City station stop. Car crashes, train collisions and bus accidents can leave victims hurt or dead. When these accidents occur, it is not always clear who is to blame, and that is why you should get advice from a lawyer if you have been injured. To learn more about accidents involving public transportation, check out our website at www.awlawpro.com.

Been hurt in a Union City crash? Then call a Law Team with proven experience. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we offer more than 50 years combined legal experience. When you call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776), you can receive a free and private consultation with a lawyer. Call us now for the advice and support you deserve during this difficult time.

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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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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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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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