Archive for January, 2012

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31
Jan

Austin Woman Struck By Bus, Seriously Injured

January 31, 2012

A woman crossing an Austin, Texas, street yesterday evening was seriously injured when she was struck by a bus. According to reports from KXAN News, the woman was hit at approximately 6:40 in the evening at the corner of Jollyville Road and West Braker Lane.

The Austin police department and witnesses to the accident say that the woman was crossing the street in a crosswalk when she was struck by a bus making a left hand turn. The victim remained beneath the bus until paramedics could arrive and pull her free. She was then taken to University Medical Center Brackenridge to be treated for numerous injuries.

While the accident is tragic, it does highlight the need for pedestrians and motorists to be aware of one another and to practice safe traveling habits. Pedestrians should always wear light-colored or reflective clothing if you are going to be walking at night. Carrying a light doesn’t hurt either. Most importantly, always cross the street at a crosswalk and obey traffic signals.

Motorists are required by law to give right of way to pedestrians using crosswalks. The number one reason why drivers hit pedestrians is because they claim to have not seen them.

The Austin auto accident attorneys with Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers often handle cases for victims of car accidents that have been hurt no fault of their own. Contact an experienced attorney today for a free initial consultation.

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24
Jan

Police Need Help In Solving Austin Hit-And-Run Accident

January 24, 2012

Police are asking for help in solving a recent hit-and-run accident that happened Monday evening in Austin, Texas. According to reports from KVUE News, the Austin police department received calls of a cyclist lying in the road on Research Boulevard, near the Oak Knoll exit, at around 10:30 PM.

It was there that they found the 26-year-old cyclist who had been hit from behind by a car. The cyclist did not have a light on the rear of the bike, nor was he wearing a helmet, which may have contributed to the accident, and ultimately, his death. Police say that a lack of witnesses to the accident is the biggest obstacle to overcome.

This problem is not all that uncommon when it comes to hit-and run accidents in Austin. Corporal Anthony Hipolito, a spokesman for the Austin police department, says that out of the 8,500 reported hit-and-run crashes from last year, a meager 287 arrests have been made and a mere 34 cases have warrants out for arrests. He says most of these cases stall and go unsolved because of a lack of witnesses.

Police say the vehicle involved may be a Ford with front-end damage near the right headlight. They ask that you call (512) 974-5784 if you have any information regarding the crash.

The Austin auto accident attorneys with Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers often handle cases for victims of hit-and-run crashes and may be able to help you if you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence.

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17
Jan

Pilot Says He Warned Woman Before She Walked Into Plane’s Propellor

January 17, 2012

The pilot responsible for the plane that injured a Plano, Texas, woman told investigators that he warned the woman to stay away from the front of the plane moments before she walked into the propeller. According to KVUE News, the 23-year-old fashion Magazine editor lost a hand and an eye in the December 3rd accident.

A preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) stated that upon landing that day, the pilot did not turn the engines off on the plane as he waited for his next sight-seeing customer. He saw the victim walking toward the front of the aircraft after exiting, and reached his arm out in front of her and told her to walk around the back of the plane. The pilot continued by saying he then looked away for a split second before hearing screaming and looking back to see the woman on the ground.

While this tragedy was definitely an accident, the pilot could be held accountable for the woman’s injuries based on premise liability law. That law states that a business or property owner has the responsibility to keep all customers and patrons safe while on their property. In this case, the pilot failing to kill the engines as a customer exited the plane could be considered negligence on his part, especially if the woman was not warned of the dangers prior to the flight.

The Texas premise liability attorneys with Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers suggest contacting them immediately if you have been hurt due to someone else’s negligence.

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10
Jan

Home Explosion Kills One And Injures Another

January 10, 2012

A north Austin neighborhood was rocked early Monday morning by the fatal explosion of a home caused by a gas leak. According to KVUE News, the owner of the house, who was killed in the explosion, had complained to neighbors for several weeks about a gas odor in the home.

The explosion happened at around 8:30 AM Monday at the residence located on Payne Avenue. Neighbors say that they heard two explosions before the home was engulfed in flames. The home next door caught fire as well from the whipping flames next door, requiring paramedics to take the neighboring homeowner to the hospital to be treated for critical respiratory injuries.

Once the fire burned out, firefighters were able to discover the body of a man on the front porch and later confirmed it to be that of the home owner.

Investigators determined the fire was started by a gas leak and work has begun to find and fix the leak by this morning. In the meantime, 15 homes have been evacuated in order to prevent any similar accidents. Texas Gas Service, who operates the leaking lines, have taken responsibility for the explosion and are putting up evacuated residents in a nearby hotel until the matter can be resolved.

The Texas wrongful death attorneys with Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers say that being able to prove fault in a wrongful death case is vital. If you have lost a loved one in an accident that was not their fault and feel you have proof as well, contact us today to discuss your case further.

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3
Jan

New Smartphone App Helps Track Blood Alcohol Content

January 3, 2012

What is the biggest problem facing those hoping to eradicate drunk driving from America’s highways? One common answer that is supported by research is that most intoxicated individuals don’t think they are drunk.

A new application for smartphones hopes to give drinkers a more precise way to measure their blood alcohol content. YNN News reported yesterday that the app, called Drink Tracker Breathalyzer, records and tracks the drinks you have had throughout the evening and figures your blood alcohol content (BAC) based on information such as height, weight, sex, age, and metabolic removal rate.

The application can be downloaded for $1.99 and is easy to use. Drinkers will first enter all their personal information into the system to create a profile. Then as the night goes on, touch screen buttons will allow you to record and track the number of drinks you have had. The app updates your BAC every sixty seconds and even offers a timer to let you know how long it will be before you reach a target BAC low enough to drive.

While the app offers a somewhat quantifiable way of measuring your blood alcohol content, it is not exact. The Texas auto accident attorneys with Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers say that the safest bet is to not drink at all before driving. If you have been drinking, it is best to just take a cab home rather than risk your life and the lives of those around you.

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