Brooklyn

Published on: August 5, 2012

Kevin Mitchell, a New York Resident rented a 2000 Dodge Durango

by Stephen Bilkis

Kevin Mitchell, a New York Resident rented a 2000 Dodge Durango from Budget-Rent-A-Car in Hartford, Connecticut on May 26, 2000. Budget-Rent-A-Car is a Delaware company where the main offices are in Illinois. The vehicle is registered in Connecticut under Team Fleet Financing Corporation, which is also a Delaware company with the main offices in Illinois. The following day Mr. Mitchell was driving the car on Route I-81 in Ryan Township, Pennsylvania with Tahani Roper, Tracy Brown and Thais Mitchell as passengers. A witness said in an attempt to over-take another vehicle, the car swerved of the road, hit a guardrail and went down an embankment. The vehicle flipped multiple times, which caused some of the passengers to be thrown out of the vehicle. Tahani Roper, an infant died instantly. Tracy Brown, the baby’s mother, and Thais Mitchell claim to have been seriously injured.

After the accident, Tracy Brown and Thais Mitchell filed a case in the New York Supreme Court against Kevin Mitchell, Budget-Rent-A-Car and Team Fleet Financing Corporation. Thais Mitchell appeared for himself and Tahani Roper, the baby who died. As for the defendants, their allegation was that Budget-Rent-A-Car and Team Fleet Financing Corporation were also liable for the careless driving of Mr. Mitchell.

Under the New York law, there is an explicit liability that is given to the vehicle owners for the negligence of driver’s who are using the vehicle with the owner’s permission. It does not matter if the accident occurs outside New York according to a Lawyer. With this in mind, you would think that Budget-Rent-A-Car and Team Fleet Financing Corporation are accountable for the accident.

Published on: July 30, 2012

English Car Crash Victim Awarded 3.6 Million Pounds

by Stephen Bilkis

A car accident victim from Birmingham in the United Kingdom, has been awarded 3.6 million pounds in damages, about $5.8 million in United States dollars, according to report.

The 39-year-old victim struck his head against the steering wheel of his car when another vehicle rear-ended him back in 2008, causing brain damage.

The victim’s attorney has said that such a large settlement was necessary, so the victim could live as normal a life has possible.

Published on: July 18, 2012

Young Man Hits Three Cars, One Police Vehicle

by Stephen Bilkis

A young man involved in a multiple car accidents in Brooklyn and The Bronx last weekend is being held in the county jail awaiting his arraignment. The man was arrested after being involved in three separate collisions and leaving the each accident scene, reports a source. One of the other vehicles involved in the accidents was driven by a police officer. The officer was hurt and had to receive care at a local hospital.

The man, who did not have a valid license, was driving a stolen vehicle at the time of the accident. Though the young man had received permission to drive the vehicle to the owner’s house, he refused to relinquish the vehicle as planned. The owner of the vehicle had reported the theft before the man was involved in the accidents.

All of the accidents occurred after the man had spent the evening drinking at a party. It is assumed that the man was still under the influence of alcohol while he was driving and the appropriate charges have been filed. The result of the man’s breathalyzer test was not available at the time of this article.

Published on: July 8, 2012

Patricia Bono, driving her vehicle was hit by Philip Rose

by Stephen Bilkis

Patricia Bono, driving her vehicle was hit by Philip Rose, who was driving his truck. This happened at the intersection of Boyle Road and Hawkins Road in the Town of Brookhaven. Mr. Rose’s truck hit the passenger side of the Ms. Bono’s vehicle. Around a week before July 16, 2007, Mr. Rose took his vehicle to Halben’s Tire City, Inc. because he was experiencing problems with his breaks. He left his vehicle there with the assurance that someone will call him to let him know what the problem was. At the time that he went back to get his truck, which was July 13, 2007, he was told that the vehicle needed more work done, and he would need to go back to have them do it. Mr. Rose said that when he took his vehicle, he was told that the breaks would be fine in the 2-3 days before he takes it back to them. He said that when he drove off it was okay. The second day after it a bit more difficult to break and on the third day of having the truck, which was the day of the car accident, he said that the break was failing. A reporter got hold of his testimony at his deposition that stated that he noticed he had problems stopping, but he eventually did prior to hitting Ms. Bono’s car.

A case was filed against Halben’s Tire City, Inc. also doing business as Theo’s Car Care Center. In the petition of Ms. Bono, she stated that Halben’s Tire City, Inc. was liable for her injuries because of their negligence. According to a witness, she alleged that their negligence showed in sending a dangerous vehicle on the rods without warning to the owner. They are saying that they violated their agreement with Mr. Rose as they did not fully repair the breaks of the vehicle.

There was no case filed against Mr. Rose because Ms. Bono has already settled her claim with Mr. Rose. The papers presented say that Mr. Rose gave $100,000, the full coverage of his insurance policy. This payment was the condition that released Mr. Rose from any other claims that may arise from the Brooklyn accident.

Published on: June 11, 2012

Alcohol caused Tragic Accident on Route 95

by Stephen Bilkis

Police have handed a report to a radio station stating that they suspect a fatal traffic accident was caused by alcohol. The driver of one of the cars involved in the crash was charged with a DUI offence.

According to the report, the crash occurred at around 10:40 PM yesterday. The police were very fast to respond to the traffic incident which involved two cars. The crash happened on Route 95 just to the south of Exit 32. One person was killed and a few other people were injured by the accident.

The police investigation has shown that the driver of a Pontiac Grand Am was being driven by a woman who is intoxicated. She was also carrying two passengers. The drunk driver turned left very quickly which caused her to cut up another vehicle. The other vehicle was being driven by a 20 year old female and there was a 19 year old passenger in the car. Due to the drunk driver swerving the other car hit into it.

Published on: June 6, 2012

On August 9, 2003, Elizabeth Jaynes was walking near or at the intersection of Station Road and Hampton Avenue in Bellport, New York.

by Stephen Bilkis

On August 9, 2003, Elizabeth Jaynes was walking near or at the intersection of Station Road and Hampton Avenue in Bellport, New York. This was around midnight. While trying to cross Station Road, she hit by a car being driven by Justine M. Wilkens. The vehicle which was owned by Steven P. Wilkens was going north on Station Road. Ms. Jaynes was thrown off onto the southbound lane. While lying on the road after the hit, she was struck by another vehicle, this time the one being driven by Joseph B. McPartland. This vehicle was leased by Joseph B. McPartland’s father, Michael E. McPartland from Chase Manhattan Automobile Finance Corporation.

Ms. Jaynes did not remember anything that happened in the accident. According to Ms. Wilkens, she has been a licensed driver for about a month before the accident happened. She said that she has driven in that road at least ten times before. In her statement, she also said that it was misting but the road was dry. She did not need the wind shield wipers, and her headlights were on. She further stated that the area was not well lit. She first saw Ms. Jaynes and the friend as they were stepping of the sidewalk. She said that she was travelling at thirty miles per hour. A Lawyer found out that in her sworn statement after the accident at the scene she said she was driving at about 35-40 miles per hour. The speed limit in that road is thirty miles per hour. She said that Ms. Jaynes and her companion were walking and Ms. Jaynes suddenly crossed her path while the other woman was on the untraveled path. She then hit her brakes but did not swerve of sound her horn. Ms. Jaynes hit the hood of the car and flew to the southbound lane of the road. She pulled over at the side of the road and tried to call 911 but she said her phone failed. Her friend Robert McGuiniss was driving behind her, and they were conversing when Ms. Jaynes was struck again. They saw a blue pick-up travelling south and there were no other vehicles in front of it.

Mr. McGuiniss testified that he learned of the car accident when he saw Ms. Wilkens brake and pull over on the side of the road. According to a witness, he said that he thought she hit a bag of garbage that flew over the car. He also said that he did not see Ms. Wilkens apply her brakes until after the intersection of Hampton Avenue. He said that after talking with Ms. Wilkens, he walked towards where Ms. Jaynes lain, but before he could get there was a blue pick-up that passed. He said that he had to jump back in order to avoid getting hit. In his statement, he also mentioned that there were no other vehicles that passed other than the pick-up. He said that the pick-up hit Ms. Jaynes with the driver’s side, the brakes were applied and the vehicle skidded over Ms. Jaynes.

Published on: May 5, 2012

Much Loved Family Man Dies in Car Crash

by Stephen Bilkis

The family and friends of a 29 year old who was recently killed in a car accident are said to be devastated by their loss. The accident happened on the A45, explains a witness.

The 29 year old was a passenger in a SUV which was involved in a crash during Tuesday morning. The car came off the road, sped down the embankment and eventually stopped by hitting a lamppost.

The passenger was already dead by the time the emergency services arrived. However, the driver was alive and it was possible for him to be extracted from the vehicle. The driver of the car, a 36 year old male was taken to a nearby hospital. His injuries are thought to be serious and potentially life threatening.

Published on: May 1, 2012

Man from Copenhagen dies in Car Accident

by Stephen Bilkis

A young man from Copenhagen died as a result of injuries sustained in a road traffic accident. The accident happened in Copenhagen, Denmark during the early morning of Saturday.

The passenger which sustained the injuries of the car survived long enough for emergency services to attend the scene and offer first aid. He was transported to Upstate Medical University where he was receiving treatment for multiple internal injuries. He died whilst receiving this treatment.

The young man was a very popular person who had graduated Copenhagen Central School in 2008. He had many friends and would be missed by everyone that knew him.

Published on: April 26, 2012

Car Crash Victim is saved by Police Air Support

by Stephen Bilkis

A man who was seriously injured in a serious car crash in Lancashire is grateful that he is still alive. He is about to visit the Lancashire Constabulary’s Air Support Unit to personally thank the crew which were responsible for saving his life.

The 19 year old driver was involved in a traffic incident. He crashed into a tree while he was riding a motorcycle in October 2010.

Normally in these circumstances the Air Ambulance would be called to transport the patient to hospital, explained a Lawyer. However, the air ambulance was not available at the time. Instead, the fast thinking police decided to use the police helicopter. They used their police helicopter to pick up the patient and send him to the Royal Blackburn Hospital.

Published on: April 6, 2012

Irving Cohen was driving his vehicle June 8, 1974

by Stephen Bilkis

Irving Cohen was driving his vehicle June 8, 1974 when the vehicle, while he was trying to parallel park, and after he placed it on reverse, shot backwards at a high speed and even with him stepping on the brake did not stop. It moved backwards in an arc around 70 feet to the east side of the street, through an open space on that side. It then jumped the curb, and only stopped when it hit a building’s wall. Astor Cover was walking on that side of the street and was crushed against the wall by the speeding car. This accident cost him a leg and the other leg had required a brace. A Lawyer found out that even with a prosthesis and a brace, he could only stand if he had canes to help him.

Mr. Cover initially filed a case against Mr. Cohen only. After the death of Mr. Cohen, he added General Motors, the manufacturer of the vehicle and Kinney Motors the dealer to the complaint. Instead of Mr. Cohen, it was changed to claim from Mrs. Cohen, who was acting as the administratrix of Mr. Cohen’s estate. A source said this was because they got information that the car was delivered to Mr. Cohen brand new by Kinney Motors on December 22, 1972. It had only been driven around 12, 000 miles, since he got it and should have been working properly.

A two-part trial had a jury decide four issues. The first is whether Mr. Cohen was negligent in his driving, and it was the immediate cause of the accident. Second is if General Motors was negligent and if that negligence also directly contributed t the accident. The third is the throttle return spring of the Chevrolet was defective and was it already defective when it was taken from General Motors. The last is if Chevrolet is reasonably dangerous because of the defect in the spring and did that defect caused the accident. The last question included an instruction that says, “If your answer is ‘yes’ then you must also find as against Kinney Motors as the seller (of the vehicle) on this issue of strict liability.” A policeman said that the jury’s response was, in degrees of fault, was that Mr. Cohen is 2% liable, General Motors 94% and Kinney Motors 4%, and damages were calculated in favor of Astor Cover at $6,000,000 and in favor of Pearl Cover, on her request for relief, at $2,000,000. The trial judged moved the matter of negligence against Mr. Cohen to the jury, along with the issue if liability against Kinney Motors. The issue of Mr. Cohen against General Motors with regard to negligence, and liability was also moved to the jury. He also granted Mr. Kinney’s motion for damages. He also granted General Motors motions to lower the amount demanded from $3,000,000 to $1,000,000 but denied the motion for a new trial.