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Train crashes into semi-truck in rural Iowa

Posted on November 16th, 2011 No Comments

A 53 year-old man is in the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics after his truck hit an oncoming train in Cedar County earlier this week.

The railroad crossing has no crossing guard or warning lights, but investigators say there are no obstructions that would prevent a driver from seeing a train coming. The accident is still under investigation.

Authorities say that the man was driving to work at a farm to pick up grain. The farm’s owner said he witnessed the truck cross the railroad tracks, but could not tell if it made it over. The man is currently in serious condition, but responders say he was conscious and talking when they arrived.

If you or someone you love has been injured by a train accident or rail collision, contact the Des Moines railroad accident attorney of LaMarca & Landry, P.C. at 877-327-2600 today.

Professional stunt rider killed in crash

Posted on November 9th, 2011 No Comments

Jim “The Real Deal” McNeil, 32, was pronounced dead on Sunday after he missed his landing during a practice jump at the Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth.

McNeil was a professional motorcycle stunt rider. Witnesses say his motorcycle was sputtering and experts have determined a mechanical failure caused the fatal accident. McNeil was flown to a nearby hospital where he later died of severe blunt force trauma to his chest and neck. He was wearing all of his protective gear when the crash occurred.

The stunt rider competed in five X Games and was sponsored by the Boost Mobile FMX team for seven years.

Our deepest sympathies are with the family and friends of the victim.

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Young siblings killed in drunk driving accident

Posted on November 2nd, 2011 No Comments

A 10 year-old girl and her 7 year-old brother were killed in a drunk driving accident last week. The children, along with their 9 year-old sister, were in their grandparents’ car coming home from church when a drunk driver struck the vehicle.

The boy died shortly after the crash, and the 10 year-old girl from his injuries last night. Both the grandparents and the other girl suffered minor injuries but are expected to fully recover.

The 37 year-old man who was drunk behind the wheel is facing two counts of felony drunk driving resulting in death as well as driving with an open container of alcohol.

Our deepest sympathies are with the family and friends of the young victims.

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Two motorcycles collide on highway

Posted on October 26th, 2011 No Comments

One man is in the hospital suffering from head injuries after him and another man collided on their motorcycles. Both men were riding with the San Marin Vintage Motorcycle Club at the time of the accident.

The crash occurred when members of the club decided to go around a truck towing a horse trailer. The men had to cross into the lanes going in the opposite direction to do so. While some riders made it over safely, a 45 and 57 year-old man did not.

A pickup truck began approaching them head-on. The men swerved to avoid the truck and ended up hitting each other. Both were thrown from their bikes. The 45 year-old was hit by the pickup and taken to the hospital; the 57 year-old man was treated at the scene.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a motorcycle accident, contact the Des Moines motorcycle accident lawyers of LaMarca & Landry, P.C. by calling 877-327-2600 today.

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Hit-and-run driver found

Posted on October 18th, 2011 No Comments

A 28 year-old woman who crashed into a Miami Beach bus stop and then drove away has been found and charged with four counts of leaving the scene of an accident that resulted in bodily injury. She was stopped by police at a gas station and was later arrested.

Four people waiting for the bus were injured in the accident. Three victims were in serious condition after the crash and the other was taken to the trauma center. Two have now been released and the others are currently in stable condition.

The woman was released after posting bail and will stand trial next month.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a car accident, contact the Des Moines auto accident lawyers of LaMarca & Landry, P.C. by calling 877-327-2600.

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Federal agency sues KBR contractors

Posted on October 12th, 2011 No Comments

The Department of Defense’s General Inspector has reported that the contracting company, Kellogg, Brown, and Root, exposed U.S. soldiers and civilians to the toxic substance sodium dichromate for nearly five months. The General Inspector claims KBR failed to comply with OSHA standards as required by its contract.

Sodium dichromate can cause breathing and skin problems and possibly cancer. The exposure occurred at a water treatment plant in Iraq that soldiers were securing to restore water services.

The Oregon National Guard has filed a lawsuit against KBR, accusing the company of knowingly exposing government employees to the toxic material. KBR denies this claim.

If you or someone you love has been harmed after being exposed to toxic substances, contact the Des Moines toxic torts attorneys of LaMarca & Landry, P.C. today at 877-327-2600.

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Man suffers burns when field catches fire

Posted on October 4th, 2011 No Comments

An elderly man working alone in his field has suffered burns on his arms, legs, and face after a fire broke out last Thursday. The 80 year-old farmer was in his tractor cutting cornstalks at the time.

A neighboring farmer saw smoke coming from the field and immediately phoned 911. He says he had a fire break out in his field that morning as well. The man was taken to the Humboldt County Memorial Hospital, and then flown by Mercy One helicopter to the University of Iowa’s burn unit.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation. More than eight fires were reported that day in Humboldt County and dozens more across northern Iowa after 50mph wind gusts swept through the region.

If you or someone you know has suffered severe burns in a fire, contact the Des Moines fire and explosion attorneys of LaMarca & Landry, P.C. today at 877-327-2600.

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Man falls to his death in elevator shaft

Posted on September 28th, 2011 No Comments

A 44 year-old elevator repairman fell ten stories to his death early on Friday morning. The man was working on a disabled elevator on the ninth floor when, investigators believe, he somehow lost his balance and fell down the shaft. The elevator accident occurred in New York City’s Garment District. Employees of the building say they heard a loud boom, not knowing someone had fallen.

Emergency responders say the worker was in cardiac arrest when he was taken to the hospital, but later succumbed to his injuries. The elevator is currently closed down pending further investigation. So far no code violations have been issued.

Our deepest sympathies are with the family and friends of the victim in this tragic accident.

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Volkswagen vehicles recalled

Posted on September 22nd, 2011 No Comments

Volkswagen of America Inc. has issued a recall on over 30,000 2011-2012 Jetta sedans. After receiving several complaints in July of passersby burning their legs on protruding exhaust pipes, the automaker conducted an investigation and decided to issue a recall, which will start in November.

The investigation revealed that stainless steel exhaust pipe tips were installed on new Jetta models after importation. The tips stick out farther than original factory-installed exhaust pipes, which contributes to the inadvertent contact by unsuspecting people. If the car has been on and running for some time, the pipes could be very hot and cause burns. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Volkswagen will inspect and replace exhaust pipes as necessary, free of charge.

If you or someone you love has been seriously injured by an automobile defect, contact the Des Moines product liability lawyers of LaMarca & Landry, P.C. today at 877-327-2600.

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Iowa teen causes deadly car crash

Posted on September 14th, 2011 No Comments

A 16 year-old boy is dead and two others injured after an Iowa teen struck a vehicle while attempting to run from police. The 18 year-old driver plead guilty this week to one count of vehicular homicide and two counts of serious injury by vehicle. Vehicular homicide could put him in jail for ten years and an additional ten for both serious injury charge.

The teen was running from police who believed he stole more than $50 of gas from a local convenient store. As he crossed the intersection of Lincoln Way and Duff Avenue, he struck an SUV and injured the 38 year-old driver. The 16 year-old boy in the teen’s car died at the scene and another passenger, a 14 year-old girl, was sent to a Des Moines hospital.

If you or someone you love has been seriously injured in a car accident, contact the Des Moines auto accident lawyers of LaMarca & Landry, P.C. at 877-327-2600.

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