‘Melrose Place’ Actress Faces Charges following Fatal Car Crash

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Melrose Place original cast member Amy Rose Locane–Bovenizer’s trial on her 2012 charges reportedly began last October 4, reports said.

Records show that back in June 2010, the 40-year-old actress got involved in a fatal vehicular accident. She was subsequently charged with aggravated manslaughter and assault by auto charges.

Additionally, previous reports claimed that Locane–Bovenizer was involved in a high-speed car chase in 2010 wherein she was pursued by a car she had read-ended.

Locane–Bovenizer claimed that the female driver of the car she had rear-ended was honking her horn and flashing her lights like a cop and caused her to drive about 20 mph over the maximum speed limit.

The wild-chase reached nearly four miles and only ended when the actress crashed into another vehicle pulling into a driveway. The 60-year-old passenger of the car, Helene Seeman, was killed in the crash while her husband, Fred Seeman, was severely injured.

Meanwhile, during the trial, the police officers who responded at the scene testified that Locane–Bovenizer was intoxicated when the accident occurred. In fact, her blood test revealed that she had a blood alcohol content (BAC) level three times the legal limit.

Typically, the BAC legal limit in most states is .08. Therefore, anything that goes beyond that limit is considered illegal.

Moreover, even the actress’ lawyer admitted that the actress was possibly driving under the influence (DUI) since she took a few glass of wine and a bottle of beer in two gatherings before the accident.

Now, if convicted, Locane–Bovenizer is likely to face 10 to 30 years imprisonment. By many standards, such period of imprisonment is quite long.

In some cases wherein the accused is being charged with a grave offense, the most probable action of the defendant is to offer a plea bargain agreement to somehow shorten the period of conviction, a Los Angeles car crash attorney explained.

Pro Bowler Champion Dies in California Car Crash

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Professional bowling champion Tony Reyes reportedly died from a car crash in California last Friday.

According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), Reyes was driving his Chevrolet Trail Blazer bound north along Highway 101 at around 12:30 in the morning when he rammed into a sound wall for unknown reason. Shortly thereafter, as Reyes was stepping out of his car to check the damage incurred by his vehicle, he was hit by an approaching Jeep Liberty.

Reyes was pronounced dead at the accident scene due to severe injuries, according to CHP officer Art Montiel. Nevertheless, further investigation is still underway.

Accordingly, the driver of the jeep liberty was identified as Romero Tutop, 33-year-old, and a resident of San Jose, California. CHP officers claimed that Romero stopped at the scene and has been cooperative with the investigation.

Reyes started his 14-years career on the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) in 1997. He became a sensation in 2006 when he won the tour championship in Detroit. Other than that, he also won eight regional PBA titles.

In recent seasons of the tour competition, Reyes decided to lie low to concentrate on his pro shop business and coaching.

Meanwhile, aside from his family and friends, the PBA community is likewise saddened by Reyes’ death.     In a statement, PBA Deputy Commissioners, Kirk Von Krueger and Tom Clark described Reyes as an amazing person, a good bowler with a unique talent with a gift of spreading the virtues of the game, and a wonderful friend who is liked by everyone.

Moreover, other than his family, friends, and colleagues, a Los Angeles vehicle accident lawyer here also felt sad upon hearing the pro bowler champ’s death, believing that Reyes was indeed a good player during his entire career.

Car Crashes into a Stalled Vehicle, Killing the Driver

Disasters lurk anywhere, literally, and there are times, when it may add insult to injury. A car crashed into the center divider of the Pomona Freeway at Atlantic Boulevard when another car slams into the disabled vehicle killing its 22-year-old driver.

The motorist was driving a 1991 Acura when he hit his car into the center median for unknown reasons. A witness of the car crash immediately attended to the disabled vehicle and called the California Highway Patrol (CHP) to report the incident. However, just after a few seconds, another car crashed into the stalled vehicle that fatally injured the Acura driver.

According to CHP, the Acura’s driver was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the other car says that he did not notice the stalled car.

When a driver crashes his or her car, it is an enough reason to worry. However, if another car hits his or her stalled vehicle, the story turns from bad to worst. No matter how careful a road user is, he or she may face a lot danger if others do not take extra caution.

Wrongful death from a vehicle accident always results to grief and emotional pains, which is why there is a law that aims to recompense the suffering of the affected party. Pursuant to tort law, an individual who inflicts harm to another because of negligence should provide compensations for the loss and damage to the person affected.

To know more on car accident claims, you may consult with a Personal Injury lawyer in California. You may contact our toll free number at 1-866-772-2889 or email us at info@mesriani.com for a free case analysis.

DUI Severely Injures Two Female LA Teenagers

No matter how much you try to safeguard your young teenager from harm, chances are she'll encounter risks once she heads into LA hazardous traffic. The increasing car crash reports in LA tell how notorious drivers ply the downtown routes. Congested streets, high car population and rampant violations of traffic rules are factors that may have contributed to LA’s infamous reputation as a car crash capital.

On the early hours of Sunday, four female teenagers were riding a Mercedes-Benz, driven by one of the girls’ father. As they approached Irvine Boulevard and Culver Drive, a Toyota pick up crashed onto their vehicle, reports said.

According to reports, two of the high school students were seriously injured and have been treated at a local hospital. The other two, including the father, sustained moderate injuries and were recuperating.

The driver of the pick up and his passenger were not hurt in the accident. Initial investigation of Los Angeles police showed that the Toyota driver could have exceeded the Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) limit.

Authorities arrested Austin Farley, the Toyota driver, for Driving Under Influence (DUI) charges with $100,000 set bail.

Under California law, motorists are not allowed to go beyond the 0.08 percent intoxication cap. Violators can be charged with DUI offense, and face expensive fines. Also, the driver may have to deal with stringent penalties, hours of community service, and rehabilitation. The family of the victim can also file a Personal Injury lawsuit to recover damages.

In a Personal Injury lawsuit, the plaintiff must present sufficient evidence to prove that the other party has committed a negligent act. The plaintiff can proceed with establishing that such action resulted to the victim's injuries. If the court decides in favor of the plaintiff, the other party has to pay damages.

For more information on car accident lawsuit, you may consult with a Personal Injury attorney in Los Angeles. You may dial our toll free number at 1-866-772-2889, or email us at info@mesriani.com for free case analysis.