Sacramento Injury Attorneys Blog

Garbage Truck Kills Bicyclist in Sacramento

May 25, 2022 | Edward Smith

Accident at Deer Lake Drive Takes Life of Bicyclist

A garbage truck killed a bicyclist on May 23 in a residential area of Sacramento after striking the rider. According to a spokesman for the Sacramento Police Department, Officer Ryan Woo, the accident occurred in the area of Valley Hi/North Laguna. Officers were called to the collision around 8:45 a.m. near the Deer Lake Drive intersection of La Tarriga Way, where they discovered the bicycle rider, who had suffered serious injuries. The bicycle rider died at the scene of the accident.

Selma Man Killed in Truck Accident on Elm Avenue in Fresno County

May 25, 2022 | Edward Smith

Fatal Truck Accident on North Avenue

Officials in Fresno County reported a fatal truck accident on North Avenue and Elm Avenue in the early morning hours of Monday, May 23, 2022. The incident took place shortly before 3:00 a.m. and involved a big rig and a passenger vehicle.

Escaped Bull Scatters Crowd in Redding

May 25, 2022 | Edward Smith

Escaped Bull Captured After Injuring Six People at Redding Rodeo

An escaped bull from a Redding rodeo ran and bucked his way through the VIP section on May 20th, causing minor injuries to six spectators. The accident occurred on the Redding Rodeo Grounds on Auditorium Drive during the final part of the bull riding event. The bull, being pursued by two men on horseback, jumped over a fence into the crowd and made its way through a parking lot before it was finally captured about half a mile from the event location.

Oroville Major Injury in Off-Road Accident

May 25, 2022 | Edward Smith

Driver Suffers Major Injury in Lower Wyandotte Road Crash

A major injury off-road accident was reported in Oroville on May 23 when a vehicle exited the pavement for an unknown reason. The collision happened in the area of Lower Wyandotte Road and Foothill Boulevard around 2:48 in the morning, according to the traffic report by the California Highway Patrol (CHP). The report stated that a vehicle had left the road and gone down an embankment but was visible from the roadway.

CalTrans Vehicle Involved in Crash on State Route 4 in Stockton

May 25, 2022 | Edward Smith

Two-Vehicle Collision in Stockton

The California Highway Patrol responded to a call of a two-vehicle collision in Stockton on the afternoon of Monday, May 23, 2022. The traffic collision was said to have taken place shortly before 3:50 p.m. on eastbound State Route 4 near the Filbert Street offramp and involved a CalTrans dump truck.

Sacramento Pedestrian Fatality on Watt Avenue

May 24, 2022 | Edward Smith

Pedestrian Dies Crossing Road Despite Warning Signs

A pedestrian fatality occurred in Sacramento early in the morning on May 23 when she was struck and killed by a passing motorist. The accident happened along Watt Avenue near Marconi when the woman attempted to cross the street despite warning signs to not do so because of a lack of a crosswalk. The California Highway Patrol (CHP), which responded to the accident call, said the driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.

Best Ways to Make Your Pool Party Memorable

May 24, 2022 | Edward Smith

Ideas to Make Your Next Pool Party a Splash

A pool party is the perfect gathering to celebrate a birthday, a holiday, or just an excuse to get together. You can eat delicious snacks, play water games, and hang out with family and friends. But before you take the plunge, make sure you have everything you need for a memorable party. Below are some ideas to help you make a splash at your next poolside festivity.

Injuries Reported in Two-Vehicle Accident on SR-99 in Modesto

May 24, 2022 | Edward Smith

Two-Vehicle Accident on SR-99 in Modesto

A two-vehicle accident on SR-99 in the Modesto area occurred on the afternoon of Thursday, May 19, 2022. The incident took place around 2:45 p.m. along the northbound lanes of State Route 99 near the Mitchell Road onramp.

Bicycle Accident on Kettleman Lane and Alpine Road in Stockton

May 24, 2022 | Edward Smith

Bicycle Crash on Alpine Road in Stockton

A bicycle crash on Alpine Road in Stockton occurred on the afternoon of Friday, May 20, 2022. According to the California Highway Patrol, the car vs. bicycle accident occurred in the area of Alpine Road and Kettleman Lane shortly after 12:00 p.m.

Young Sacramento Boy Killed in Apartment Fire

May 24, 2022 | Edward Smith

Toddler Killed, Two Hospitalized in Arden Area Fire

A heart-wrenching incident occurred to a young Sacramento family recently. A 3-year-old boy was tragically killed, and his brother and father were injured after a fire consumed their home. The incident happened at a fourplex apartment building in the Arden Arcade area just before 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 19, 2022.