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In August 2014, a reckless motorist drove the wrong way on Fiesta Island and didn't stop until she had collided with a group of nearly 20 bicyclists. Many of these bicyclists were hurt, including Mr. Stephen Hale. Criminal action is being sought against this motorist. The Law Firm of Richard L. Duquette is proud to announce that they have already won a civil settlement on the behalf of Mr. Hale.
An avid bicyclist himself, Attorney Richard Duquette has been serving Oceanside community for over three decades and was immediately drawn to this disturbing story of recklessness. Mr. Hale suffered serious injuries during the collision and was swift to seek legal counsel to explore his personal injury options.
Working together, Richard Duquette and Mr. Hale decided to approach the case a number of ways.
These strategy ultimately favored their case:
They began a comprehensive investigation into the crash.
They aggressively sought maximum compensation for Mr. Hale's continuing recovery.
They decided not to press charges against the City of San Diego.
Both Mr. Hale and Richard Duquette recognized the negligence in this case solely rested with the motorist.
Proactive & Unparalleled Personal Injury Representation
After the settlement was won, a grateful Mr. Hale had this comment about the level of service he received as a client of the Law Firm of Richard L. Duquette:
"I greatly appreciate Mr. Duquette's help and guidance in resolving this matter. His extensive experience in the legal field, especially in cycling-related matters, was invaluable. He was intimately involved in my case and was proactive every step of the way. Since he himself is a cyclist and athlete, his personal insight and interest in the welfare of the cycling community was readily apparent."
You can read more about the settlement here. If you're a bicyclist that has been injured due someone else's negligence on the road, contact the firm to speak with a dedicated, assertive Oceanside bicycle accident attorney today.