Drunk Driving Accident Kills One, in Tulare County, on Avenue 280

August 30, 2015, a single-vehicle accident ended in fatality, in Tulare County, on Sunday.  The rollover car collision occurred at Avenue 280, east of Farmersville, at about 5:00 AM.

Jay Rodriguez, 27, of Visalia, was driving a 2004 Toyota Corolla, headed west on Avenue 280, near Road 156.  Authorities reported that he was traveling at 55 miles per hour.

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The Toyota veered onto the shoulder of the road, and Rodriguez over-corrected.  The Corolla lost control, overturned, and then hit a utility pole.

Rodriguez was pronounced dead at the scene of the incident.

The CHP claim that the driver was intoxicated at the time of the collision.

Please give us a call, if you are a relative or are in touch with the family, and would like us to investigate this accident further. We are located in Visalia, on Caldwell Ave. Attorney John Rozier 559-713-0159 or online at www.nelsonrozier.com.

Tulare County Car Crash Sends Vehicle Over Embankment, on Highway 198, at Lake Kaweah

Visalia Accident Attorney John Rozier has the subsequent collision report; On Thursday, August 20, 2015, an automobile crash took place in Tulare County.  The car accident happened near Lake Kaweah, on Highway 198, at around 8:00 AM.

The California Highway Patrol said the collision involved one to two vehicles.  One of the cars ended up over the embankment on the highway.  One man was inside the automobile that went off the cliff.

At least one person suffered major injuries.

The scene of the accident should be independently inspected as soon as possible.  Please call Mr. Rozier today, so we can investigate.  You can reach him at 559-713-0159, or contact online at www.nelsonrozier.com.

Pedestrian Accident in Tulare County, near Sultana, on Avenue 416

On Sunday, August 23, 2015, a pedestrian accident happened in Tulare County.  The car collision took place near Sultana in the evening hours.

The crash occurred on Avenue 416 and Road 104, east of Dinuba.  A man stumbled in front of a silver automobile, driven by a female, that was traveling down the roadway.  According to reports the woman did not have time to get out of the way and the car hit the pedestrian.

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The man suffered severe injuries and was airlifted to Community Regional Medical Center, in Fresno.

The driver was not hurt in the accident.

If you need legal counseling or representation for this accident, please give me a call. Attorney John Rozier, of Visalia, just miles from the scene of the collision. Our office is located on Caldwell Avenue. 559-713-0159 or www.nelsonrozier.com.

Highway 198 Vehicle Collision at Lake Kaweah, East of Visalia

On Thursday, August 20, 2015, a car accident left at least one person seriously injured, in Tulare County.  The vehicle collision occurred on Highway 198, east of Visalia, at Lake Kaweah, at about 8 AM.

The CHP reported that the incident had one or two vehicles involved.  An automobile went over the edge of the highway's embankment.  That car had one man inside.

The accident led to severe injuries.  No reports on how many people were hurt.

This collision requires much more investigation. Please let me help. Attorney John Rozier of Visalia.  Your lawyer for car accidents, elder maltreatment, and personal injuries.  I am located on Caldwell Ave.  www.nelsonrozier.com or call me at 559-713-0159.

Tulare County Car Accident Ends with Vehicle Over Cliff on Highway 198, at Lake Kaweah

August 20, 2015- A serious vehicle accident took place in Tulare County, east of Visalia, on Thursday.  The car collision happened on Highway 198, at Lake Kaweah, at approximately 8:00 AM.

The California Highway Patrol have reported that the crash involved one to two vehicles.  One of the cars went over the highway's embankment, with one male occupant inside.

The incident led to major injuries for the victims.

No other information is known at this time.

Please contact me, as soon as possible to preserve evidence of this accident. Attorney John L. Rozier, you personal injury and vehicle collision lawyer.  My contact number is 559-713-0159.  Or feel free to contact us online at www.nelsonrozier.com.  My office is located in Visalia, on Caldwell Avenue.

Attempted U-Turn Causes 2-Vehicle Accident on Highway 190, in Tulare County

On Thursday, July 30, 2015, a pickup truck collision injured two people in Tulare County.  The 2-vehicle crash occurred west of Porterville on Highway 190, at approximately 10:50 AM.

A white Ford Taurus, driven by Yeraldin Navarette, of Lathrop, was traveling westbound on State Route 190.  The automobile tried to make a U-turn when it reached Road 200.

As it turned back around onto the highway, the car was hit by a white Toyota Tacoma, that had been driving behind the Ford on Hwy 190.  The truck, which was driven by Peter Dutton, of Springville, slammed into the driver's side of the Taurus.

Navarette, and a little boy, 5, suffered severe injuries.  The juvenile was medi-flighted to Community Regional Medical Center, in Fresno.  The man was also taken to CRMC for treatment, by ambulance.

Dutton was unharmed.

Please give me a call if you need legal representation or a consultation. Attorney John Rozier.  I specialize in personal injury cases that have resulted from vehicle accidents.  www.nelsonrozier.com or call us at 559-713-0159. My firm is located in Visalia, on Caldwell Ave.

Motorcycle Collision Injures Two People, on Highway 190, in Tulare County

August 12, 2015- A motorcycle crash left two people injured in Tulare County, on Wednesday.  The vehicle accident happened near Porterville, on Highway 190, at around 10:15 PM.

P. Norton (first name unknown), 51, was traveling west on Highway 190, on a 2005 Harley Davidson motorcycle.  Near Road 284 the motorcyclist made an unsafe turning movement, which caused the bike to lose control and overturn.

Norton and a female passenger; C. Black, 43, suffered moderate injuries.  They were taken by ambulance to Kaweah Delta Medical Center, in Visalia.  Both bikers were from Porterville.

I am a personal injury lawyer, in Visalia, California, located on Caldwell Avenue, just miles from Porterville. Ready to meet all your legal needs. Please give me a call. Attorney John Rozier  559-713-0159 or online at www.nelsonrozier.com.

Tulare County Minivan Accident North of Visalia, on Road 132 and Avenue 352

Central California Personal Injury Lawyer John Rozier has the following accident report; On Wednesday, July 15, 2015 a van collision occurred near Visalia.  The Tulare County vehicle crash happened at about 7:21 AM.

A 2006 Toyota Sienna minivan, driven by Jose Gutierrez of Visalia, was westbound on Avenue 352.  At the same time a red 1999 Honda CRV, driven by a Cutler man, was northbound on Road 132.

The Toyota ran the stop sign at the intersection of Ave 352 and Road 132, and collided with the Honda.  The CRV car then overturned and ended up on its roof at the northwest corner of the intersection.

The Cutler man and a 3 year old boy who was a passenger in the Honda, were both hurt.  The child suffered serious injuries and was airlifted to Community Regional Medical Center, in Fresno.  The driver was taken to Kaweah Delta Medical Center, in Visalia.

Gutierrez sustained minor injuries and was taken to Kaweah Delta Medical too.

A 5 year old girl was reported to have been in the Honda as well, but she was not injured.

Mr. Rozier is located right here in Visalia and would like to speak to those involved in the collision.  Please give him a call at 559-713-0159, or contact him on the web at www.nelsonrozier.com.

2-Car Collision at Road 228 and Avenue 184, near Porterville

On Monday, August 3, 2015, a car collision happened in Tulare County.  The 2-vehicle accident occurred near Porterville, at around 3:20 PM.

A Buick LaCrosse, with male and female occupants, and a Chevrolet Malibu, with two adults and a child inside, where involved in the crash.  It is reported that one of the automobiles was traveling east on Avenue 184.

The other sedan was headed north on Road 228.  At the intersection the two vehicles crashed into eachother.  Authorites said that it looked like the cars hit front end to front end.

The Chevy and Buick both ended up at the side of the roadway, in an olive orchard.

Three people, including the juvenile, were hurt.  Their injuries ranged from minor to moderate.  They were taken by ambulance to Sierra View Medical Center, in Porterville.

Please call if you would like us to investigate this accident. The event data recorders with the airbag modules may have recorded the vehicle speeds. And we can look into whether there was a malfunction in either automobiles. 

Our firm is located in Visalia on Caldwell Ave., in Tulare County. Attorney John Rozier. 559-713-0159 or contact us online www.nelsonrozier.com.

Multi-Vehicle Accident Near Porterville on Highway 190, Child Injured

July 30, 2015- A two-car accident occurred on Highway 190, on Thursday.  The Tulare County vehicle collision took place west of Porterville, at about 10:50 AM.

Yeraldin Navarette, 21 years old, of Lathrop, was driving a white Ford Taurus west on Highway 190.  It is reported that the Ford attempted to make a U-turn at Road 200.  The car turned right and then turned back around onto the highway.

The Taurus was then struck by a white Toyota Tacoma truck that had been following the automobile on the highway.  The pickup, driven by Peter Dutton, of Springville, smashed into the driver's side of the Ford.

Navarette, and a 5-year-old boy in the car, sustained major injuries.  The little boy was taken by helicopter to Community Regional Medical Center for treatment.  Navarette was taken by ambulance to the Fresno hospital.

Dutton was not hurt.

Attorney John Rozier is your personal injury lawyer.  I am here to help you with all the legal needs that may arise from this collision. Please give me a call 559-713-0159 or online at www.nelsonrozier.com. I am located in Visalia, on Caldwell Avenue.

Semi Truck Collision, near Tulare, Kills Two on Highway 65

July 27, 2015- An SUV collision took place in Tulare County, on Monday.  The big rig accident occurred southeast of Tulare, at approximately 5:30 PM.

A 2000 Dodge Durango, driven by an 28 year old Porterville man, was traveling southbound on Highway 65, near State Route 137.  The driver attempted to make a U-turn, and while the Sport Utility Vehicle tried to turn right, a semi truck crashed into it.

The 2010 Kenworth tractor-trailer had also been going south on the highway.  The driver was not able to stop the big rig in time before hitting the Dodge.

The SUV's driver, and a 70 year old passenger suffered fatal injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene of the incident.  A third person in the vehicle, 23, sustained major injuries and was rushed to Kaweah Delta Medical Center, in Visalia.

The semi truck driver was not injured in the crash.

If you would like this accident investigated further, please give me a call.  Attorney John Rozier, your personal injury and wrongful death lawyer.  I specialize in all types of vehicle collisions.  

My office is located in Visalia, California, in Tulare County.  Please let me help you. 559-713-0159 or online at www.nelsonrozier.com.

Tulare County Car Accident on Highway 190, West of Porterville

Tulare County Automobile Collision Lawyer John Rozier has the following accident to report; On Thursday, July 30, 2015, a two-vehicle crash happened near Porterville.  The car collision occurred on Highway 190, at around 10:50 AM.

A white Ford Taurus, driven by Yeraldin Navarette, 21, of Lathrop, was traveling west on Highway 190, nearing Road 200.  The vehicle turned to the right, toward Road 200, then veered back around onto the highway.

At that time a Toyota Tacoma pickup truck, driven by Peter Dutton, of Springville, was driving on Hwy 190, behind the Ford.  When Navarette drove back onto the highway, the Toyota crashed into the driver's side of the Taurus.

Navarette and a 5 year old boy who was an occupant in the Ford, suffered severe injuries.  The child was airlifted to Community Regional Medical Center, in Fresno.  The driver was taken by ambulance to the same hospital.

Dutton was unharmed.

The police report of this accident will be probably be ready in a week or two.  If you would like us to start investigating this accident--please call.  We can come to you. www.nelsonrozier.com or give me a call at 559-713-0159.  Attorney John Rozier of Visalia.

Fatal Tractor-Trailer Accident in Tulare County, on Highway 65

Central California Car Collision Attorney John L. Rozier has the following report; On Monday, July 27, 2015, a semi truck collided with an SUV.  The fatal vehicle accident happened on Highway 65, in Tulare County, at about 5:30 PM.

A Porterville man, 28, was driving a 2000 Dodge Durango, headed south on Highway 65.  As the Dodge was traveling, just southeast of Tulare, near State Route 137, the driver attempted to make a U-turn.

At the time the Sport Utility Vehicle pulled right to turn, a 2010 Kenworth big rig was southbound on the highway.  The truck driver was not able to stop in time, and smashed into the SUV.

The driver of the Dodge, and the front passenger, 70, died in the collision.  Another occupant in the SUV, who was 23 years old, suffered serious injuries.  He was taken by ambulance to Kaweah Delta Medical Center, in Visalia.

The semi truck driver was not hurt in the incident.

The scene of the accident should be independently inspected as soon as possible.  Please call Mr. Rozier at 559-713-0159, or online at www.nelsonrozier.com.  Our condolences go out to the family and friends of the victims.

Car Collision in Tulare County, at Avenue 352 and Road 132, near Visalia

On Wednesday, July 15, 2015, an automobile collision leaves two hurt, in Tulare County.  The car accident happened at approximately 7:21 AM, north of Visalia.

Jose Gutierrez, of Visalia, was driving a 2006 Toyota Sienna van west on Avenue 352.  At the intersection of Ave 352 and Road 132, Gutierrez did not stop at the posted stop sign.

The Sienna smashed into a red 1999 Honda CRV, which had been headed north on Road 132, driven by a Cutler man.  Upon impact the Honda rolled over and came to rest on its rooftop, at the northwest corner of the roadway.

A 3 year old boy, who had been an occupant in the CRV, sustained major injuries and was taken by helicopter to Community Regional Medical Center, in Fresno.  The driver of the Honda was hurt as well.  He was taken to Kaweah Delta Medical Center.

Gutierrez received minor injuries and was also taken to the Visalia hospital.

A 5 year old girl, who was also an occupant in the Honda, was unharmed in the accident.

I am a personal injury lawyer, in Visalia, California, located on Caldwell Avenue, just miles from . Ready to meet all your legal needs. Please give me a call. Attorney John Rozier  559-713-0159 or on the web at www.nelsonrozier.com.

Motorcyclist Killed in Vehicle Crash at Avenue 192 and Road 192, in Tulare County

Tulare County Vehicle Collision Lawyer John Rozier has the following accident update; On Thursday, July 16, 2015, a motorcyclist was killed in a crash west of Plainview.  The pickup truck collision occurred at around 6:35 AM, at Avenue 192.

A 2005 Harley Davidson, driven by Ramon Carrasco, 55, of Ivanhoe, was headed westbound on Avenue 192.  The motorcycle was traveling behind a Ford F-350 that was hauling a small trailer, driven by Hotoy Morales, of Tulare.

The pickup truck tried to make a left-hand turn onto Road 192, when the biker tried to pass the vehicle through the intersection.  The Harley and Ford crashed, with the motorcycle hitting the left front fender of the truck.

Carrasco and his bike were thrown into the southwest corner guardrail of Avenue 192.  He suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene of the incident.

Morales did not receive any injuries.

The police report may take several weeks to prepare—in the meantime we can probably obtain a cover sheet of the accident report for the family of the deceased.  Mr. Rozier is here to help.  Call him at 559-713-0159, or online at www.nelsonrozier.com.

Vehicle Accident North of Visalia, at Avenue 352 and Road 132, Child Injured

July 15, 2015- A car accident took place in Tulare County, leaving a man and child injured.  The vehicle collision occurred north of Visalia, on Wednesday, at around 7:21 AM.

A Cutler man, with a 3 year old boy, and 5 year old girl passengers, was driving a red 1999 Honda CRV north on Road 132.  At that time a 2006 Toyota Sienna, driven by Jose Gutierrez, 46, of Visalia, was headed westbound on Avenue 352, approaching Road 132.

Gutierrez reportedly, failed to stop at the stop sign, at the intersection of Ave 352 and Rd 132.  The Toyota crashed into the Honda.  The impact caused the CRV to overturn, and it ended up on its roof in the northwest corner of the intersection.

The little boy suffered serious injuries and was airlifted to Community Regional Medical Center, in Fresno.  The Cutler man also sustained injuries.  He was taken by ambulance to Kaweah Delta Medical Center, in Visalia.

Gutierrez sustained minor injuries and was taken to Kaweah Delta.

The little girl in the Honda was not hurt, but was also taken to the Visalia hospital for observation.

The law offices of Nelson and Rozier are located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley in Visalia. Our attorneys specialize in automobile collisions and personal injuries. If you would like experienced and reliable representation for your accident please contact us at www.nelsonrozier.com or call Attorney John Rozier at 559-713-0159.

Motorcycle Accident in Tulare County ends in Fatality, at Avenue 192 and Road 192

July 16, 2015- A motorcycle collision ended in fatality, in Tulare County, on Thursday.  The pickup truck accident happened west of Plainview, at approximately 6:35 AM.

Ramon Carrasco, 55, of Ivanhoe, was traveling on his 2005 Harley Davidson motorcycle, headed west on Avenue 192.  The motorcyclist was following a Ford F-350 truck, that was carrying a small trailer.

The pickup truck's driver, Hotoy Morales, of Tulare, attempted to turn left onto Road 192.  It is reported that Carrasco tried to pass the Ford on the left side, through the intersection.

The motorcycle and truck collided, with the Harley hitting the left front fender.  Upon impact the bike and rider were thrown into the guardrail at the southwest corner of Avenue 192.

Carrasco died at the scene of the crash.

Morales was not hurt in the incident.

Our condolences go out to the family, and friends of these victim.  Please let us help you during this trying time.  Attorney John Rozier, your lawyer for all wrongful deaths, and car accidents.  We serve all of Tulare County.  With our office located in Visalia, California. www.nelsonrozier.com or contact us by phone at 559-713-0159.

Semi Truck Collision on Avenue 237 and North Spruce, West of Lindsay

July 3, 2015- A big rig collision occurred in Tulare County, on Friday.  The semi truck accident happened west of Lindsay, at approximately 10:00 AM.

A tractor-trailer loaded with grapes was driving southbound on Avenue 237.  A Lindsay man, driving a blue pickup truck with a small trailer attached, was headed east on North Spruce Road.  

The truck attempted to make a right turn and failed to stop at the stop sign at the intersection of Spruce and Avenue 237.  The pickup drove right into the path of the oncoming Freightliner, and the two trucks crashed into each other.

The semi, upon impact, smashed through a power pole and overturned onto its side.  The pickup also rolled over after the collision.

The Lindsay man sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to Valley Regional Medical Center, in Fresno.

The big rig driver, who was from Fresno, refused medical attention at the scene.

The law offices of Nelson and Rozier are located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley in Visalia. Our attorneys specialize in automobile collisions and personal injuries. 

If you would like experienced and reliable representation for your accident please contact us at www.nelsonrozier.com or call Attorney John Rozier at 559-713-0159.

Big Rig Accident Near Lindsay, at Avenue 237 and Spruce Road

Tulare County Personal Injury Lawyer John Rozier has the following collision report; On Friday, July 3, 2015, a semi truck accident took place west of Lindsay.  The big rig crash happened on Avenue 237, at about 10 AM.

A Freightliner carrying grapes was traveling south on Avenue 237.  A pickup truck carrying a small trailer, driven by a man from Lindsay, was eastbound on North Spruce Road.

It is reported that the pickup truck did not stop at the posted sign, at the intersection of Ave. 237 and Spruce, before making a right turn.  The truck pulled out right into the path of the tractor-trailer, and the two vehicles collided.

The impact of the collision sent the big rig careening through a wooden power pole, and then rolled onto its side.  The blue pickup also overturned.

The Lindsay man suffered moderate to major injuries and was taken to Exeter by ambulance.  He was then airlifted to Valley Regional Medical Center, in Fresno.

The semi truck driver, from Fresno, did not require medical attention at the scene.

Please call us this afternoon to preserve evidence of this accident.  Mr. Rozier is here to help with all your legal needs.  Call him at 559-713-0159, or online at www.nelsonrozier.com.

Pickup Truck Crash Causes Power Outage in Tulare County, near Ivanhoe

June 29, 2015- A pickup truck crash left people without power in Tulare County.  The vehicle accident took place northwest of Ivanhoe, on Road 132, at around 5:17 PM.

A white pickup truck was driving on Road 132, south of Avenue 352, when for an unknown reason the driver lost control.  The vehicle left the roadway and smashed into a wooden power pole.

The impact of the truck caused the pole and live electrical wires to fall to the ground.  The electricity in the downed wires started a grass fire in the area.  Firefighters could not put out the fire until the power was shut off by a Southern California Edison work crew.

Power was reported to have been lost for 629 homes and businesses in the area.

The driver in the incident sustained minor injuries.

If you need legal counseling or representation for this accident, please give me a call. Attorney John Rozier, of Visalia, just miles from the scene of the collision. Our office is located on Caldwell Avenue. 559-713-0159 or www.nelsonrozier.com.