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Faulty Seatbelt Case Against Mitsubishi

A jury in Pennsylvania awarded approximately $980 million to a plaintiff in a faulty seatbelt case filed against Mitsubishi. The case was brought forward following a rollover involving a 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. The incident occurred in November 2017 in Buckingham Township, PA. The complaint alleges that the seat belt design was defective and did not prevent the motorist from being crushed or partially ejected in a rollover accident. The driver’s side seat belt allegedly failed to properly restrain the motorist during the rollover in 2017, causing the plaintiff to suffer a catastrophic spinal cord injury.

Car Crash on 2nd Street in Brentwood

A driver was arrested on suspicion of DUI after a car crash on 2nd Street in Brentwood on December 10, 2023. The collision occurred at approximately 7:20 p.m. in the area of Oak Street and 2nd Street, police reported.

Truck Accident on I-80 and Gilman Street

A motor vehicle accident involving a large truck occurred on I-80 and Gilman Street in Berkeley on the morning of December 9, 2023. The collision occurred along the westbound side of Interstate 80, officials reported.

Pedestrian Crash Fatality on McHenry Avenue

On November 18, 2023, the Modesto Police Department reported a fatality in a vehicle versus pedestrian crash that occurred on McHenry Avenue. The incident occurred at approximately 7:30 p.m. just south of Sylvan Avenue, Modesto PD reported.

Car Accident at Manteca Pizza Restaurant

Five people were injured following a car accident at a pizza restaurant in Manteca on November 19, 2023. The crash occurred at Jack’s Pizza & Bar in the area of North Union Road and West Yosemite Avenue, officials said.

Understanding California’s Laws on Flashing High Beams at Drivers

In an age where many vehicles come equipped with automatic headlights, it’s easy for drivers to overlook whether their lights are actually on. This situation raises a common question: Can you flash your high beams to alert someone that their lights are off? In California, the answer lies within the state’s Vehicle Code, specifically under section 24409.

Pedestrian Crash Fatality on Vine Street

The Stockton Police Department reported a fatality in a vehicle versus pedestrian crash on Vine Street on the evening of November 18, 2023. Officials said the collision occurred at approximately 5:45 p.m. near Vine Street and El Dorado Street.

Fatal Hit-and-Run on SR-13 in Oakland

The California Highway Patrol reported a fatal hit-and-run involving a rental Zipcar on SR-13 in Oakland on the night of November 19, 2023. The crash occurred at approximately 10:30 p.m. on State Route 13 just south of Lincoln Avenue, officials reported.

Florin Road Hit-and-Run Reported Near Eagles Nest Road

A Florin Road hit-and-run occurred near Rancho Cordova on November 17, where the driver said she thought she had struck a deer, so she left the scene. The accident occurred between Eagles Nest and Excelsior roads around 7:00 a.m. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reportedly received a call from an individual who said his wife had been driving the previous evening and struck what she thought was a deer. The accident is under investigation by the CHP traffic collision unit. 

Recall Issued for Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer SUVs Due to Seat Belt Concerns

Jeep has recently initiated a recall affecting over 97,000 Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer SUVs. This recall centers on concerns related to the third-row seat belts, which may suffer from damage or inaccessibility issues. The potential consequences of this defect are not to be taken lightly, as it may prevent passengers from properly fastening their seat belts, consequently increasing the risk of injuries in the event of a collision. Furthermore, the faulty seat belts render these vehicles non-compliant with federal safety standards.

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