DANGEROUS INTERSECTION LEADS TO DIRT BIKE CRASH. CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO TO PAY $8.3 MILLION.
Crossings and intersections can be dangerous and deadly places for drivers, bikers and pedestrians alike. Without the proper signage or marking, traffic at intersections can have disastrous results including fractures, lacerations, head injuries and burns. A crossing which is inappropriately or poorly marked creates hazardous conditions and may be the responsibility of the city. In a recent Southern California ruling, the city of San Juan Capistrano has been found liable in an intersection accident involving two teens on a dirt bike and a BMW. If you or a loved one has been hurt on a dangerous Orange County road, call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak with a lawyer for free.
The San Juan Capistrano accident happened in 2005. A settlement of $8.3 million will be paid by the city to two dirt bike riders, one of whom lost his leg below the knee as a result of the crash. The intersection where the boys collided with the BMW was known as being dangerous. Hidden Valley local complained to the city for more than s decade about its deadly potential including overgrown vegetation. The city denied multiple request for a crosswalk or stop sign at the location. After the accident, both were finally approved. To learn more about dangerous and defective road design and victim's rights, visit our website at www.alawpro.com.
Have you or a loved one been injured in a California crash? Then call a Law Team who can help. The Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP have more than 50 years combined legal experience. We have fought and won cases like yours. Call us now at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation. We are here for you now.
