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Drunk Driver Sentenced in Southern California Fatal Accident

Posted on December 28, 2011 by bonnicilawgroup

A drunk driver responsible for the wrongful death of a Southern California couple was sentenced to 13 years in prison, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. Louis Fragoso, 20, plead guilty to a felony count of vehicular manslaughter in December after driving drunk and causing the fatal car accident. Fragoso was drunk when he was driving his white Mercedes-Benz and slammed head-on with a couple in a Toyota Scion. The couple, 25-year-old Alan Reyes and 24-year-old Vanessa Cease, were killed instantly on State Route 91. The couple had plans to marry, according to prosecutors. Of all fatal accidents recorded in 2009, 32% involved alcohol. Three out of every ten Americans will be in an alcohol-related  car accident at some point in their life. Of all the people age 21-24 involved in a fatal car accident, 35% were above the legal blood-alcohol limit. Despite increased awareness, drinking and driving continues to…
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Minimize Dog Attack Risk for You and Your Family

Posted on December 26, 2011 by bonnicilawgroup

Are you taking all precautions to prevent you and your family from a vicious dog attack? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, at least 4.5 million Americans are attacked by a canine annually. One in five of those attacks requires medical attention. According to the CDC, those most at risk of a dog bite include adult males, children and families with dogs in their home. Keep the following in mind to minimize the risk: Always ask a dog owner’s permission before approaching any dog Dogs are more aggressive when around food, toys, treats or if they are sleeping If children are fearful of a dog, or scream or make sudden movements, it can trigger aggressive behavior in even well-behaved dogs Look for any warning signs that a dog may be uncomfortable—closed mouth, raised hair on back, snarled lips, etc. Always use your best judgment on the demeanor…
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Five Injured In California Truck Accident

Posted on December 23, 2011 by bonnicilawgroup

A truck accident injured five people on Interstate 70 on December 14 in Oroville, according to ChicoER.com. A Honda civic crossed the center line, colliding with a semi truck that was turning left, according to the California Highway Patrol. The truck had just dropped off a road crew a mile away on the highway, according to CHP Officer Al Sanders. All five injured parties were taken to a nearby hospital. “The message to take away from this is to be patient and accidents like this won’t happen,” says Sanders. Traffic was backed up for several hours on Interstate 70. CHP Officer Doug Garret says the Honda was attempting to pass the semi in the oncoming traffic lane. The victims were all wearing seat belts. The passing maneuver by the Civic was illegal, according to the CHP. Have you or a loved one been injured in a truck accident? Bonnici Law…
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