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Feb

Coachella Valley Law Enforement Targets Speeding Truckers

February 2, 2012

Truckers along I-10 will be under heavy scrutiny for the next few days as law enforcement in the area cracks down on moving violations made by commercial vehicles in the Coachella Valley. Reports by KESQ News, the Desert Hills Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Facility and other law enforcement agencies will be targeting speeding truck drivers in areas with high instances of accidents in an effort to curb the growing number of collisions involving commercial vehicles.

The Coachella valley area saw a dramatic rise in the number of commercial vehicle collisions this past year. Statistics show that 152 accidents involving large trucks happened in the area last year alone. That number is up from 120 the year before. Data also indicates that five people died, dozens of others were injured, and thousands of dollars worth of man-hours and materials as a result of commercial vehicle collisions.

Officers will be using a saturation patrol method, as well as the latest in speed-clocking technology to watch for and stop speeding truckers. This method has proven effective in the past at reducing speed and accidents on highways across the country.

The California truck accident attorneys with the Walter Clark Legal Group understand the dangers that these large speeding trucks can pose to other vehicles on the road. If you have been injured in a truck accident at no fault of your own, visit our website to learn more about how we help accident victims.

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Yucca Valley Woman Killed Crossing the Street

November 10, 2011

A Yucca Valley, California, woman was killed Monday night as she attempted to walk across a busy highway and was struck by three vehicles. According to KESQ News, police are searching for the driver of the third vehicle who fled the scene.

Authorities say the accident happened at around 6:40 in the evening on State Route 62. They believe the incident happened when the woman in dark clothing walked out in front of a car driven by a Rancho Mirage resident. The driver did not have time to stop, and accidentally hit the woman. By the time paramedics arrived, the 54-year-old female had died at the scene.

Witnesses reported that after the initial impact, two other vehicles struck the woman as she lay in the road. The driver of the second vehicle stopped; however, the driver of the third vehicle fled the scene. Police are now asking for any assistance they can get from the public to track the driver down. They say anyone with any information is asked to call the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department at (760) 366-4175.

The California Car Accident Lawyers at the Walter Clark Legal Group would like to take this opportunity to remind pedestrians that it’s darker outside much earlier since the time change and urge you to dress in light colored or reflective clothing when walking or running on streets after dark. It may also be of benefit to carry a small flashlight or headlamp with you to improve your visibility for drivers.

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Sep

Lake Elsinore 4-Year-Old Injured in Rollover Crash

September 13, 2011

A four-year-old Lake Elsinore, California, boy was injured when he was ejected from a Dodge Caravan very early on the morning of Tuesday, September 12, during a one-car accident on Highway 111.

The California Highway Patrol reports that the boy suffered head lacerations after the Caravan overturned and rolled over on him, pinning him beneath the vehicle moments after the crash.

The accident occurred around 4:30 a.m. on Highway 111 north of Keystone Road. Police believe that the rollover was caused when the tread on the right rear tire came off the tire and caused the driver to lose control of her Caravan.

Imperial Valley Press reports that the Caravan also contained four other children and two adults. No word on whether or not they sustained injuries or whether or not the boy was properly restrained in the vehicle.

The injured boy was flown to a hospital in San Diego.

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What can be done to reduce the number of California auto accidents?

If you or someone you know has been involved in a California auto accident, the California auto accident lawyers at Walter Clark Legal Group can help.

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Aug

Crime Rate in Indio Down, Says Police Chief

August 3, 2011

Overall crime in Indio, California, is down 14 percent so far in 2011, as compared to the first six months of 2010, says the Indio Police Department.

Broken down, property crime is down 15 percent and violent crime is down six percent, rape is down 23 percent, robbery is down nine percent, aggravated assault is down five percent, burglary is down 20 percent, and auto theft is down 48 percent.

However, there are have been four homicides so far in 2011 compared with two this time last year. But Indio Police Department Public Information Officer Ben Guitron said that all 2011 homicide cases have been solved and that all suspects were arrested and are in jail. This time last year, only one of the two homicides were solved.

Police chief Bradley Ramos told KPSP that he credits the sinking crime rate to the success of community programs like Neighborhood Watch, Crime Free Multi-Housing, and Business Watch. Ramos also says the police force has worked harder to determine areas in the community where officers most need to be deployed.

“It has become necessary to look for other measures within our means, like how we assess our crime statistics by using the COMPSTAT, hot spot crime analysis, and focusing on areas that show any increase in criminal activity,” said Ramos. “By constantly monitoring criminal activity, we are able to deploy resources quickly and effectively.”

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What do you think has made the difference in crime rates in Indio, California, this year?

If you or someone you know has been involved in a California auto accident, the California auto accident lawyers at Walter Clark Legal Group can help.

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Aug

Two cars involved in Palm Desert auto accident

Three people were sent to the hospital after a Palm Desert auto accident, according to KPSP.

Two vehicles were involved in the Palm Desert auto accident. Three people were sent to a local hospital following the Palm Desert auto accident. Police are investigating the cause of the Palm Desert auto accident

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What do you think are the biggest contributing factors of Palm Desert auto accidents? Do you think law enforcement officials could do more to prevent Palm Desert auto accidents?

If you or someone you know has been involved in a Palm Desert auto accident, the Palm Desert auto accident lawyers at Walter Clark Legal Group can help.

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Apr

Two injured in Palm Desert car crash

KPSP reports that two people were injured in a Palm Desert car crash.

Palm Desert firefighters responded to the area of Hovley Lane and Portola Avenue to find a two-car collision where two people were injured.

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When do you think Palm Desert traffic is busiest or the most dangerous to drive in? Do you avoid certain Palm Desert streets minimize your chances of being in an accident? What parts of Palm Desert have the least amount of traffic?

If you or someone you know has been involved in a Palm Desert auto accident, the California auto accident lawyers at Walter Clark Legal Group can help.

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Apr

Man sentenced for killing college student while under the influence

April 8, 2010

A 56-year-old California man was sentenced to 35 years to life late last week for killing a college student while driving under the influence. He was charged with vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence while intoxicated.

According to an article from The Daily Pilot, the 56-year-old, who caused the California drunk driving accident, was driving his Ford SUV at 61 mph and didn’t try to stop, slow down or avoid the Mercury driven by the student, who was stopped at a red left-turn light.

The article says that a blood test showed the 56-year-old was under the influence of methamphetamine, marijuana, muscle relaxers and pain killers at the time of the crash.

What do you think about the DUI laws in California?

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If you or someone you know was the victim of a drunk driving accident, the California drunk driving accident lawyers at Walter Clark Legal Group can help.

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Mar

Man injured in Coachella Valley motorcycle accident

March 18, 2010

A man was injured in a recent Coachella Valley motorcycle accident, according to The Desert Sun.

The man was riding down the road while intoxicated when the Coachella Valley motorcycle accident occurred. He was found in the middle of the road early the next morning.

He was taken to a local hospital to be treated for the injuries he sustained during the California motorcycle accident.

Authorities were forced to shut down part of the road while they investigated the Coachella Valley motorcycle accident.

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The Coachella Valley motorcycle accident attorneys at Walter Clark Legal Group can help if you were injured in an accident.

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Feb

One dead, two injured in Coachella Valley auto accident

February, 2010

A local woman lost her life, and two other people suffered some injuries during a Coachella Valley car accident involving two vehicles, according to The Desert Sun.

The woman was a passenger in a vehicle that collided with a pickup truck. She died from the injuries she sustained during the Coachella Valley auto accident.

The drivers involved in the California car accident also suffered some injuries, but they were not life-threatening.

Authorities are still investigating the Coachella Valley auto accident.

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The Coachella Valley auto accident attorneys at Walter Clark Legal Group can help if you were injured in a California car accident.

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Jan

Palm Desert auto accident causes traffic jam

January 14, 2010

KPSP reported that traffic was backed up after a Palm Desert car accident.

The driver of a car was heading down the road when he drove off the side and hit a nearby power pole.

The impact of the Palm Desert auto accident caused the pole to fall over and block traffic.

No one was injured in the California car accident, but roads were closed for several hours while crews cleared the area.

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The Palm Desert car accident lawyers at Walter Clark Legal Group can help if you were injured in a California auto accident.

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