• Twitter
  • Facebook
  • Pinterest
Toll Free: 855-290-8080
Jeffrey E. Estes & Associates
  • Home
  • About
    • Jeffrey E Estes Bio
    • Alton J Smiths Bio
  • Vehicle Accidents Overview
    • Trucking Accidents
    • Truck vs Truck Accidents
    • Construction Vehicle Accidents
    • Car Accidents
    • Tour Bus Accidents
    • Motorcycle Accidents
    • Passenger Aircraft Accidents
    • Boating Accidents
  • Personal Injury
    • Personal Injury Law
    • Injuries/Accident Claims
    • Wrongful Death
    • Construction Accidents
    • Head Injuries
    • Neck Injuries
    • Areas Served
  • Our Verdicts and Settlements
  • Contact
  • Menu Menu

2 Killed, 2 Critically Injured in High-Speed Police Chase—San Diego Personal Injury Law Firm Insights

May 30, 2017/in /by damg20

NBC San Diego reports on a high-speed police chase in Escondido that ended in a crash that killed two people and critically injured two others. The incident occurred just after midnight when police tried to pull over a PT cruiser for a red light violation and a broken tail light.

There were four occupants in the PT Cruiser between the ages 18 and 21. The female driver of the PT Cruiser was not licensed. She momentarily stopped at the curb and then drove off.

According to authorities, the PT Cruiser was travelling about 80 miles per hour on Grand Avenue. The chase lasted for less than one minute. The PT Cruiser crashed into multiple cars and came to a stop on a sidewalk.

The driver and one passenger died in the accident. The passenger was an expecting father. His girlfriend was 13 weeks pregnant at the time of the collision.

Another male passenger who was injured in the crash was rushed to Palomar Hospital, and a female passenger was taken to Sharp Hospital. Both were in critical condition.

This accident is a tragic reminder that speeding and erratic driving are a deadly combination. Drivers have a duty to behave in a way that does not endanger other people—and that includes their passengers.

If you were injured or lost a family member who was a passenger in a vehicle that crashed, contact Jeffrey E. Estes & Associates. You may have grounds for a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit. Call 855-290-8080 to schedule a free consultation with an accident attorney in San Diego.

How to Avoid Speeding-Related Accidents

Speeding may not have been the only factor that contributed to the fatal accident in Escondido, but it was certainly a primary cause. Unfortunately, collisions of this nature are far too common; nearly one-third of all traffic fatalities in the United States involve speeding.

Although you cannot control the actions of other drivers, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk of being involved in a speeding-related collision. Three of the most effective include:

  1. Plan ahead so you have enough time to reach your destination without rushing;
  2. Reduce your speed in adverse weather; and
  3. If you speed due to road rage, practice deep breathing, stretching, listening to audio books, and other relaxation techniques.

Unfortunately, even the most diligent drivers can fall victim to motorists who speed, text, and break other traffic laws. If you were injured by a negligent driver, you should not have to pay for medical expenses, lost income, and other damages out of your own pocket.

If you would like to discuss your case with an experienced attorney at a personal injury law firm in San Diego, contact Jeffrey E. Estes & Associates. Jeffrey E. Estes and Alton J. Smith have been litigating personal injury cases on behalf of California residents for nearly 30 years, and they both hold AV Preeminent ratings from the Martindale-Hubbell attorney rating service. Call 855-290-8080 today to schedule a free initial consultation.

https://jeffreyesteslaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/photodune-11223363-upset-man-after-car-accident-xs.jpg 365 547 damg20 https://jeffreyesteslaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/logo_estes_NEW.png damg202017-05-30 15:56:182017-05-30 15:56:182 Killed, 2 Critically Injured in High-Speed Police Chase—San Diego Personal Injury Law Firm Insights
  • Our Verdicts and SettlementsNovember 13, 2021 - 2:59 am
  • Hello world!November 8, 2021 - 8:32 pm

Our Verdicts and Settlement

Experience matters. Of course, you need a lawyer who knows the law, but you also need someone who has the experience necessary to give informed counsel. Estes and Smith have extensive experience litigating serious injuries and accident claims related to motor vehicle accidents, including but not limited to commercial truck accidents, construction site equipment accidents, tour bus accidents and aviation accidents. They have won substantial settlements and verdicts for past clients.

  • $15 Million

    Negligent design and construction of a freeway interchange.

  • $6 Million

    Settlement to 3 young adults injured in an accident, their vehicle left an unmarked roadway and entered onto a construction site resulting in severe injuries.

  • $2 Million

    $2 Million confidential settlement involving sexual assault by a bus driver on cognitively impaired passengers.

  • $1 Million

    $1 Million settlement with the LACMTA arising out of a bus versus pedestrian accident.

  • $3.5 Million

    Obtained a $3.9 million dollar judgement for client who sustained severe head injuries in a roll over vehicle accident.

View More Results
Google
Based on 9 reviews.
Pablo Guevara
Pablo Guevara
2021-06-08
I first retained the services of Jeffrey Estes about 20 years ago. I have referred friends and coworkers to him. They've all been very happy with the outcome due to the great service and the tremendous financial compensation. I highly recommend Jeffery Estes & Associates for your personal injury attorney. Do not settle with insurance companies without Jeffery and his team's representation.
Ana Hribernik
Ana Hribernik
2020-09-15
Jeff made all of the difference on my families case. I can't thank him and his whole team enough for their kindness, hard work and determination to get my case resolved!
Whitney Mason
Whitney Mason
2020-09-04
Jeff was a godsend. Truly thankful for his good work on my case. The whole team there at the office is phenomenal. I couldn't have expected a better result. I can't recommend this firm enough.
Alberto Malave
Alberto Malave
2020-08-20
I had an outstanding experience with Mr. Estes and his whole team. Very professional firm! Compassionate, honest and very reliable. He took great care to thoroughly explain the entire process from start to finish. Highly recommend!!
Stephen Kluthe
Stephen Kluthe
2019-04-22
Had an excellent experience with Jeff. He helped me through a personal injury case that I had where I was injured in a car accident. He did an excellent job preparing me for the trial and representing me. His professionalism is top notch and he's genuinely nice and easy to connect with. He was able to win the case for me and got a judgment much higher than I had even imagined which has been absolutely life changing. I would recommend him to everyone looking for services he provides.
Wayne Mealhouse
Wayne Mealhouse
2019-03-28
Holly Hauske
Holly Hauske
2018-02-07
I'm very pleased with my representation of Attorney Estes! He represented me in a profession manner, and was able to litigate my case out of court. I would totally recommend Attorney Estes should an accident be involved, especially caused by another person and they have done your bodily harm and totaled your vehicle.
Amanda Pentiuk
Amanda Pentiuk
2018-02-07
Mr. Estes is both professional and down to earth. He took the time to explain things to me and was always there when I called. I am forever in debt to him for what he did for me winning my automobile accident lawsuit. The compassion that he showed for me made me feel like I was part of his family and I cannot say enough good things about him both as a human being and an attorney.
Dee Branch
Dee Branch
2017-06-06
Attorney Estes was very helpful and knowledgeable in giving me details about my case. He handled it personally and got me what i felt i deserved. Highly recommend hiring this attorney if you want one that will take your case personally and be with you every step of the way!

Call For A Free Consultation

We offer clients free initial consultations, and do not bill you unless we have successfully recovered damages for you.That means that there are no costs up front, and you pay nothing unless we win a recovery on your behalf.

Call Today! Se Habla Español

  • Toll Free

    855-290-8080

  • San Diego

    619-233-8021

  • Orange County

    714-384-6556

Ask Jeffrey Your Questions

    Please prove you are human by selecting the Key.

    Indio office

    • Phone: 760-640-7116
    • Address:80300 Via Valerosa, Indio, CA 92253

    San Diego Office

    • Phone: 619-233-8021
    • Address: 501 West Broadway, Suite 1650 San Diego, CA 92101

    Orange County Office

    • Phone: 714-384-6556
    • Address: 695 Towne Center Drive, Suite 700, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

    Motor Vehicle Accident

    Serious Injury & Accident Claims

    Construction Accident

    Truck Accidents

    Wrongful Death

    Personal Injury

    About

    Jeffrey Estes Injury Lawyers, A Professional Law Corporation, provides legal counsel, personal service and aggressive representation to people involved in truck, car and related motor vehicle accidents.

    Contact Us

    • PHONE

      619-233-8021

    • ADRESS

      501 West Broadway, Suite 1650 San Diego, CA 92101

    Social Media

       

    Quik Links

    • About
    • Injuries/Accident Claims
    • Wrongful Death
    • Vehicle Accidents Overview
    • Verdicts/Settlements
    • Contact
    © Copyright - Jeffrey E. Estes & Associates
    • Areas Served
    Do You Know These 6 Signs of PTSD after a Car Wreck? What Are the 4 Most Common Causes of Semi-Truck Rollover Accidents? San Diego...
    Scroll to top