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Woman Killed in Stockton Hit and Run Accident

August 24, 2018 | Edward Smith

I’m Ed Smith, a Stockton wrongful death attorney. A hit and run accident claimed the life of a woman in Stockton on August 17, 2018. The accident occurred along the Eighth Street off-ramp of Interstate 5 where a woman was fueling up her vehicle shortly after 1:00 a.m. For unknown reasons, a white van hit the woman and fled the scene in an unknown direction following the collision. Unfortunately, the woman succumbed to her injuries at the scene. Officials have yet to identify the victim due to pending notification of family members.

I would like to send my sincere condolences and support to all the close friends and family members of the woman who lost her life in this devastating accident.

Pedestrian Dies in Vallejo Collision

August 22, 2018 | Edward Smith

Pedestrian Dies in Vallejo Collision

I’m Ed Smith, a Vallejo wrongful death lawyer. Recently, one man lost his life during an auto accident that occurred in Vallejo. Vallejo Police Department (VPD) officers reported that the crash happened in the early hours of the morning on Monday, August 20, 2018, in a residential area within the city. The accident involved a Vallejo woman who had been driving a small truck and a pedestrian. The pedestrian has not yet been identified by Solano County officials. My sympathy is sent out to the loved ones of the fatally injured pedestrian who are grieving over their lost family member and friend.

Vallejo Accident Reports | Man Seriously Injured in Crash

August 10, 2018 | Edward Smith

Vallejo Man Seriously Injured in Crash

I’m Ed Smith, a Vallejo car accident lawyer. Accident reports indicate that two people were injured during a crash that took place in Sonoma County on Wednesday, August 8, 2018. Officers from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) said that the accident occurred in the morning in a rural roadway location and involved multiple vehicles. The injured individuals were identified as a 31-year-old man from Vallejo and a 32-year-old woman from Petaluma. Reports from CHP stated that the Vallejo man was severely injured during the crash and remains at a hospital in Napa. Updates on the man’s condition have not yet been made available by hospital staff.

Johnson & Johnson Hit With $4.69 Billion Award in Damages

July 15, 2018 | Edward Smith

Johnson & Johnson Hit With $4.69 Award in Damages

I’m Ed Smith, a talcum powder injury lawyer. On July 12, a Missouri court ordered that Johnson & Johnson pay $4.69 billion to 22 women or their survivors. The case, Ingham v. Johnson & Johnson, cited the company’s refusal to warn consumers of the link between its talcum powder products and ovarian cancer. Johnson & Johnson said the process was unfair and has plans to appeal the verdict.

New Laws Favor Federal Control Over Driverless Vehicle Safety

July 14, 2018 | Edward Smith

New Laws Favor Federal Control Over Driverless Vehicle Safety

I’m Ed Smith, a Sacramento self-driving car accident lawyer. Some lawmakers are concerned that if bills currently in the House of Representatives and Senate were to pass, states would be prevented from instituting regulations that are aimed at industry safety standards. If states are unable to institute their own rules, the driverless car industry would be able to move forward seamlessly. Some key legislators have weighed in on this new approach.

Fatal Redding Area Collision

June 11, 2018 | Edward Smith

Fatal Redding Area Collision

I’m Ed Smith, a Redding personal injury lawyer. A man from Weaverville received serious injuries and tragically lost his life after he was involved in a car accident that took place on a rural area roadway. Redding area California Highway Patrol (CHP) personnel who responded to the accident reported that the crash occurred during the evening of Sunday, June 3, 2018. My deep sympathy is with those who are now mourning the loss of their friend and family member after this terrible crash.

Thigh Compartment Syndrome with a Femur Fracture

May 15, 2018 | Edward Smith

Thigh Compartment Syndrome with a Femur Fracture

I’m Ed Smith, a Personal Injury Lawyer in Sacramento. When someone sustains a severe injury, it is essential to know what to do next. Seeking professional medical care as quickly as possible is always a good idea because it can minimize the chances of a severe complication developing. One of the difficulties that can grow with the diagnosis of a femur fracture is called compartment syndrome. For those who don’t know, the femur is the thick leg bone that makes up the thigh. As with any severe injury, swelling at the site of the bone fracture can occur. When this swelling happens around the leg, it can start to choke off the blood, oxygen, and nutrients that the tissue needs to survive. Some of the symptoms of compartment syndrome that people should watch out for include:

Missed Spinal Cord Injuries

May 10, 2018 | Edward Smith

Missed Spinal Cord Injuries

I’m Ed Smith, a Personal Injury Lawyer in Sacramento. The spinal cord plays a vital role in both the motor and sensory function of the human body. Running from the base of the skull to the top of the pelvis, the spinal cord sends out nerves to all parts of the body. These nerves carry motor commands from the brain to the limbs in addition to transmitting sensory signals in the opposite direction. Because nerves do not regenerate in the same way that other cells do, damage to the spinal cord can be severe. If there are worries that someone has sustained a spinal cord injury, there are several tests that might be performed. Some of the diagnostic procedures include:

Driveway Accidents

May 10, 2018 | Edward Smith

Driveway Accidents

I’m Ed Smith, an Auto Accident Attorney in Sacramento. While many people focus on the attention-grabbing headlines of high-speed accidents, even low-speed collisions can have significant consequences. Furthermore, accidents in driveways can be particularly dangerous for many different reasons. Recently, a review article was published which details how dangerous driveway accidents can be.

Indications for Amputation

April 26, 2018 | Edward Smith

Indications for Amputation

I’m Ed Smith, an Amputation Attorney in Sacramento. When people hear that they are going to require amputation, they are often quite shocked. The idea of living without one or more of their limbs can be devastating. They usually have many questions, including:

Dodge Challenger Fares Poorly in Crash Tests

Dodge Challenger is one of the most deadly cars on the road, according to research by iSeeCars.com, an automotive ranking firm. While the Nissan Versa is next in the queue, the Dodge Challenger tops the list. In short, it has two times the number of fatal accidents than any other car in its category. Its rate of deadly accidents is 18.3 compared to 8.7 for the Versa. To get a clear understanding of why the Challenger and similar types of vehicles are so deadly, let’s peer into the world of safety as it pertains to this class of vehicles. We’ll also check out the vehicles that are more deadly in one part of the country compared to other geographical areas nationwide. If you are in the Sacramento – Stockton – Modesto area, you might want to pay attention.

Sacramento Resident in Rio Linda Fatal Collision

A fatal collision between a bicycle and a minivan occurred in Rio Linda on May 12. It happened at the intersection of Elkhorn Boulevard and Cherry Lane at about 7:20 p.m., according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP) – North Sacramento division. The deceased, who was pronounced dead at the scene, was identified only as a 59-year-old male from Sacramento. The coroner’s office said it will release the name of the bicyclist once the family has been notified. I would like to take this opportunity to offer my condolence to the family and friends of the decedent.

Injuries Reported in Stockton Pedestrian Accident

Injuries were reported after a recent Stockton pedestrian accident. The incident occurred shortly before 8:20 a.m. near West Lane and Bourbon Street. The motorist of a pickup reportedly collided with a pedestrian in the area.

Man Killed in Stockton Pedestrian Accident

A man was killed in a recent Stockton pedestrian accident. The incident occurred shortly after 5:00 in the morning along East Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.