California Injury Blog

Published on: June 1, 2012

Elderly Man Dies Days after Seal Beach Car Accident

By Brian Chase

An 86-year-old man, who was seriously injured in a Seal Beach car accident after being struck by a suspected drunk driver, died on May 28, 2012. According to The Orange County Register, the incident occurred the evening of May 20 at the intersection of St. Andrews Drive and Tam O’Shanter Road in Leisure World. The rider of the wheelchair was transported in critical condition to an area hospital while the driver, 75-year-old Dale Snyder Quinn, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. The coroner still has not released the name of the deceased victim or the cause of death. Seal Beach police and the Orange County District Attorney’s office are investigating the incident. Anyone who witnessed the collision is asked to contact Seal Beach police at 562-799-4100.

Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family members and friends of this deceased pedestrian accident victim. Please keep this grieving family in your thoughts and prayers.
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Published on: May 31, 2012

Laguna Beach Car Accident Proves Fatal

By Brian Chase

Duy Nguyen, 24, of Santa Ana was killed in a Laguna Beach car accident after his car went out of control, crossed into opposing lanes of traffic and struck another vehicle. According to a news report in Corona del Mar Today, the fatal car accident occurred the night of May 30, 2012 at Coast Highway and State Park/El Morro School. The accident’s location was just outside of Newport Beach city limits. The driver of the other vehicle was transported to an area trauma center. The extent of the victim’s injuries is not known at this time. Nguyen died at the scene of the crash. California Highway Patrol officials are looking into what caused this fatal crash.

Our deepest sympathies go out to the family members and many friends of Duy Nguyen, who will mourn this tragic loss. We also wish the injured victim the very best for a speedy and complete recovery.
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Published on: May 30, 2012

Child Drowns During Block Party in La Canada Flintridge

By Brian Chase

Emily Su, 6, was killed in a Los Angeles swimming pool accident, which officials say occurred during a block party, the night of May 28, 2012. According to a CBS Los Angeles news report, the fatal drowning incident occurred in the 4900 block of Indianola Way in La Canada Flintridge. Officials say Su was playing with a 5-year-old girl when that child came into the house, soaking wet. Su was found in the pool and they were unable to revive her. The pool had a fence around it, but it appears that the fence may have been damaged. An investigation is underway.

My deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Emily Su following this tragic drowning accident. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
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Published on: May 30, 2012

Yaz Lawyers in Orange County – New York Defect Victims

By Brian Chase

The Bisnar Chase Personal Injury Attorneys Yaz attorneys in Orange County have noted an increase in victim inquiries pertaining to Yaz and Yasmin side effects. Not long ago, Yaz was the number one selling oral contraceptive in the nation. Yaz and Yasmin manufacturers, Bayer Healthcare, advertised the drug as a treatment for premenstrual dysphoric disorder, premenstrual syndrome, as well as a viable treatment for acne, but what seemed too good to be true turned out to be just that. Not only have these drugs been linked to serious health conditions, but Bayer’s aggressive marketing campaigns have also been criticized for misleading consumers and providing false information.

Yaz was created in 2001 by Bertex Laboratories which was later taken over by Bayer Healthcare. Yaz was originally produced as Yasmin, but the name was changed to Yaz after Bayer Healthcare took over operations and production of the drug. Yaz contains a synthetic progestin called drospirenone which many believe to be the reason for its life threatening side effects.
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Published on: May 29, 2012

Girl Injured in Buena Park DUI Collision

By Brian Chase

A 10-year-old girl was critically injured in a Buena Park car accident that led to the arrest of a 48-year-old Newport Beach man. According to a news article in The Orange County Register, the drunk driving collision occurred on Franklin Street in Buena Park, the evening of May 25, 2012. Officials say the girl was crossing the street near her home when a pickup truck hit her. She was taken to a nearby medical center where she was listed in “serious to extreme condition.” The driver, Edward McLaughlin, 48, was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving.

My heart goes out to the young victim of this Orange County pedestrian accident. I wish her the very best for a complete and speedy recovery.
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Published on: May 25, 2012

Westminster Car Accident Proves Fatal for Elderly Pedestrian

By Brian Chase

Chuyen Nguyen, 74, was killed in a Westminster car accident after a vehicle that was backing out of a parking stall struck her, the night of May 23, 2012. According to The Orange County Register, the fatal pedestrian accident occurred at the Saigon City Supermarket in the 15400 block of Brookhurst Street. Police say Nguyen and her husband were walking through the parking lot when the vehicle hit Nguyen. The 61-year-old driver remained at the scene and told officials that he did not see the victim approaching. Nguyen was transported to a trauma center with a possible broken leg and internal injuries. She died from her injuries the following day. Police have not made any arrests pending the results of the investigation.

Our deepest condolences go out to the family members and many friends of Chuyen Nguyen, especially her husband who was with her at the time of the collision. Please keep this grieving family in your thoughts and prayers.
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Published on: May 24, 2012

Girl Injured in San Diego Dog Attack

By Brian Chase

A third-grade girl was injured in a dog bite incident in the Lakeside area of San Diego when two dogs attacked her as she walked to school. According to a U-T San Diego news article, the dog attack occurred the morning of May 23, 2012 across the street from Lakeview Elementary School. A good Samaritan saw the dogs attacking the girl and came to her rescue.

The man, who officials say may have been a parent at the school, freed the 8-year-old girl from the animals and carried her into the school. He was also bitten as he rescued the girl. The child suffered bites to her calf. Animal control officials impounded the Labrador retriever and a German Shepherd and are still trying to determine if both dogs bit the girl. Officers are also looking into whether these dogs had been involved in other incidents and why they were running loose in the neighborhood.

My heart goes out to this young dog attack victim. I wish her the very best for a speedy and complete recovery. I also commend the good Samaritan whose timely intervention possibly prevented the girl from suffering more serious injuries.
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Published on: May 23, 2012

Woman and Three Children Critically Injured in Thousand Oaks Pedestrian Accident

By Brian Chase

A car accident in Thousand Oaks resulted in critical injuries for a woman and three children who were struck by a van while walking in a marked crosswalk. According to the Ventura County Star, the major injury collision occurred the afternoon of May 22, 2012 on Thousand Oaks Boulevard at Live Oak Street. Police say the 29-year-old woman was crossing East Thousand Oaks Boulevard in a crosswalk with a 2-year-old child in a stroller and three other girls ages 3, 5 and 6.

A westbound minivan approached in the fast lane. The woman pushed the stroller to safety and the toddler escaped injury. However, the woman and three girls were hit. The injured victims were transported to a local hospital where they are said to be in critical but stable condition. The driver was not arrested pending an official investigation.

My heart goes out to the woman and the three children who have been severely injured in this car accident. I wish them the very best for a speedy and complete recovery. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
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Published on: May 22, 2012

Los Angeles and San Diego Top List for Most Dog Bites

By Brian Chase

As part of the National Dog Bite Prevention Week, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released information regarding the top 25 cities for dog attacks to letter carriers. According to a United States Postal Service press release, Los Angeles and San Diego top the list of cities where postal workers are attacked by dogs. In the year 2011, 83 postal workers were attacked in Los Angeles and 68 San Diego postal workers were bitten. Nationwide, 5,577 postal employees were attacked resulting in nearly $1.2 million in medical expenses.

Nationwide Dog Bite Statistics

According to the CDC, approximately 4.7 million Americans are bitten by dogs each year. More than half of those victims are children. In fact, officials say that children are three times more likely to be bitten by a neighborhood dog than adults. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons reported that over 29,000 reconstruction procedures were performed in 2011 as a result of dog bite incidents.
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Published on: May 22, 2012

Why You May Need the Help of a St. Louis Injury Attorney

By Brian Chase

Being injured in a Missouri accident is a terrifying experience, but often the aftermath brings its own set of troubles. You may be forced to take time off of work to recover and have continuous doctor appointments to get to. If your injury is serious, you are probably concerned about how you will provide for your family and the prognosis of your condition.

When negligence causes an accident, you can and should hold that person accountable. You may be able to recover money for your injuries. After a car accident, truck accident, work accident or other catastrophic event, you should pursue legal representation from a St. Louis injury attorney.
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