By David Wolf, Attorney
Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network
In Topeka, Kansas, a toddler recently died from severe head trauma / personal injuries when the child was hit by a vehicle in a driveway. Further investigation by the Topeka Police Department revealed that the child was run over by Raul A. Retana-Vasquez, age 25. Mr. Retana-Vasquez was later arrested for Involuntary Manslaughter and Driving under the Influence of Alcohol.
By David Wolf, Attorney
Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network
Nevada law requires children under 6 years old and under 60 pounds be placed in a car seat with a 5 point harness while traveling in a motor vehicle. Parents should take great care to make sure that the car seat is appropriate for the child, safely installed, and securely applied for the safety of the child. In Reno, Nevada, a 4 year old boy suffered severe head injuries following a three car accident. The boy was partially thrown or ejected from the vehicle. The boy, who was not identified by news reports, was later treated at Renown Regional Medical Center.
By Michael P. Healy, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a consumer advisory as to hyperthermia and the dangers of leaving children in hot vehicles over the summer. Hyperthermia is also a danger in warm weather States throughout the year including Florida, Georgia, California, Hawaii, and other States. Parents and caregivers for many reasons should not leave children unattended in a vehicle due to the dangers of hyperthermia and the risk of injuries. The NHTSA warns that even 10 minutes can be enough to put a child in a deadly environment in a hot car over summer and warm weather months. Hyperthermia (heat stroke) is the leading cause of death in children in non crash vehicle deaths in the United States . Non crash vehicle deaths and injuries result from hyperthermia, strangulation by power windows, and carbon monoxide poisoning from a running vehicle. You can read more about the dangers of leaving a child unattended in a vehicle at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Website.
By Andrew Prine, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network
It is clear that passenger vehicles are no match for passenger trains when it comes to a crash or collision. In Canton Township, Michigan, it is reported that up to five teen were killed in an accident involving a passenger train and a passenger automobile. News reports indicate that the driver of the passenger automobile may have ignored a railroad gate by driving around it prior to the crash. It is certainly a tragic accident and a great loss for the families of the teens who died as well as the families of the teens. Amtrak and its officials have taken the position that neither the company or the employees committed any errors or negligence as to this incident. You can read more about this story at Tragic Train Accident in Canton Township, Michigan Leads to Deaths of Teens.
By Thomas J. Duff, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network
In Coon Rapid, Iowa, a 16 year of boy (Casey Daniel Stork) died in an accident. Casey was the passenger in a Ford Escape SUV driven by another 16 year old – Daniel Kult. News report indicate that Daniel Kult was trying to pass another vehicle when he lost control of the vehicle, entered a ditch, and then rolled over several times before coming to a stop in the yard of a residence.
By David Wolf, Attorney
Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network
In Minnesota and other states, people enjoy the outdoors of summer and camp with their families. It is a time for relaxation and a time to enjoy nature. Unfortunately, campgrounds are the sites of personal injuries and deaths for some campers. In Beaver Falls, Minnesota, a mother was injured and an infant was killed when a van accidentally ran over a tent occupied by the mother and infant. The 4 month old child was later identified as Wyatt Sander of Redwood Falls, Minnesota. The mother and infant were dragged for a distance as a result of the impact. The driver was later arrested for charges of vehicular homicide, driving while intoxicated, and driving with a suspended license. It is a tragedy for the Sander family and one that could have been avoided had the driver refrained from driving. You can read more about this story at Campground Accident in Minnesota Leads to Injuries to Mother and Death of Infant.
By Joseph R. Hillebrand Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network
In Missouri and other states, it can be dangerous to ride a motorcycle. In most any crash, a motorcycle is no match for a car or truck. In Clay County (near Kearney) Missouri, a teenage motorcyclist (Alex Myers) recently died in a motorcycle accident crash with a vehicle making a left hand turn. News reports did not indicate if either driver was at fault. Typically, a person making a left hand turn must yield to oncoming traffic. Regardless, it is tragic that a teenager died at such a young age. It is a tragedy for the Myers family and the community. You can read more about this story at Missouri Teen Dies in Motorcycle Accident.
By Anthony Ferguson, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network
The 4th of July holiday time period results in heavy traffic and a number of automobile accidents and deaths on roads in Maine, New Hampshire and across the United States. In New Hampshire, a Lewiston, Maine woman (Rachel Metivier) died in a head on collision with another vehicle. Two children and a man from Maine suffered serious injuries as well. The accident took place on Route 2 in Randolph, New Hampshire. The injury victims also included 3 others from another vehicle. Two people from the other vehicle also died. The news reports did not list a cause of the accident but it was reported as a head on collision between two vehicles. Due to the death and the seriousness of these injuries, a full police investigation will be completed to determine the cause of the accident. You can read about this accident at Lewiston, Maine Woman (Rachel Metivier) Dies, Other Injured in New Hampshire Automobile Accident.
By Jonathan Safran, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network
A tragic automobile accident took place in Wadsworth, Illinois. A 24 year old mother (Nicole Polk) was driving with her two children, ages 1 and 2, on Interstate 94. Police reported that Ms. Polk crossed into the northbound traffic and caused a crash with another vehicle. Ms. Polk and her one year old child died as a result of automobile accident related personal injuries. Alcohol was found in Ms. Polk’s vehicle. A full homicide investigation will be conducted to determine if alcohol and other factors were the cause of this tragedy. You can read about this story at Wisconsin Mother and Infant Die in Illinois Automobile Accident.
By Michael P. Healy, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney
Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network
Residents and tourists to Honolulu (Oahu), Hawaii need to be aware of the cell phone ban that is in place and being enforced by the Honolulu Police Department. Drivers can receive a traffic citation if they are holding an electronic device including cell / mobile phones, test messaging devices, PDA (personal digital assistant) devices, laptops, and digital cameras. At this time, the use or handling of GPS devices are permitted.
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