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Two Accidents & Tow Truck Driver Was Hit 38th & McKinley tacoma WA

 

June 19, 2022 A tow truck driver was injured Sunday afternoon after being struck by a vehicle pushing the truck into parked vehicles. Tacoma Fire Fighters found the operator down in the road way and transported. The collision was on McKinley on the north side of 38th. At the same time this happened a rear end accident took place on the south side of 38th in front of the fire station.

 

 

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While I do not think that today the Red & Blues makes as much difference as they did years ago when the desire turn to request. I can see that even a slight advantage kight save a life. However, we cannot forget the fact that over the past year more Law Enforcement Officers have been struck and killed compared to Tow Truck operators. So, did the Red & Blues offer more protection? as well far more Police Vehicles are now being struck, would should we make of that statistic?

 

Back to the Red & Blue, I have my reservations as to them being only rear facing. Forward facing may be an issue. They also should not be used continuously as are the ambers. 

An attorney is going to agrue the point regardless the involvement of the tow truck. In this case there would have been no way out if you were the tow truck caught up in the incident but not envolved. Even if the tow truck was involved the atty. would agree that the tow truck activated their beacon or did not activate the beacon. The Tow Truck Driver followed instructions and moved out of the roadway. My arugement would be I reported the incident and rendered aid by calling 911. I then followed the instructions given, I was not told to leave the scene as I may have been a witness.

 

What if the Tow Truck were to slow or stop and then leave the scene, but call it in to 911. I suppose the Tow Truck Driver would be covered. But, it is likely that an attorney may try to name the company in a law suit even though the Tow Truck had no responsiblity to stay on scene. Again, there is no situation other than not being there that would protect the Tow Truck Driver or Company from an attorney that was naming everyone they could.

 

Why can't we get back to the basics?

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We get these from uhaul from time to time. Generally after hours there is not a number that is answered. As long as the rental agreement is correct, the officer will take down the information. That officer will then advise those in the Uhaul to find alternative transportation and impound the Uhaul Vehicle. 

 

In this case it is a stolen plate, so the officers would likely have taken the plate and advised the renter to part the Uhaul Vehicle until they could contact the company. Uhaul doesn't seem good at keeping up with their vehicles or making sure the plate matches. We have gotten them that the plate came back to Uhaul just a different VIN. It's the same with any rental vehicle, though it is not common. Just as car theives switching License Plates on a Stolen Vehicle. Got one that the driver was arrested on other charges. The Officer took down the plate ad didn't check the VIN as it was the same type vehicle (Ford Fusion) only a year difference. That's is why we check the VIN on every impound.

I am confused by the story. Did the Tow truck Driver move his vehicle off the freeway as ordered by the 911 dispatcher?

 

A 911 dispatcher told the tow truck driver to move his vehicle, which was outfitted with lights, off the freeway, Fascenelli said, despite the tow truck driver arguing that doing so could lead to an accident. The crash scene was safe before the tow truck driver was ordered to move his vehicle, a decision that broke Aguilar-Calixto’s chain of responsibility, the defense attorney argued.

 

 

This is an interesting angle:

 

Here is what I found in regards to California, every state is somewhat different and I it is not clear concern Texas. So, I need to do some further research before commenting the state of Texas.

 

Failure to Render Aid:

California does not impose a duty on any member of the public to render aid to another person in an emergency. Thus, if you choose not to get involved, California law does not impose any criminal or civil liability for your inaction.

As an agrument, this would not be a protection.

 

Does the Good Samaritan law apply?

In California, there is no duty to rescue or assist another person who is in danger or in an emergency situation. This means that you cannot be held liable for not helping out; neither a lawsuit nor criminal charges can be filed.

As an agrument, this would open the door.

 

How does the Good Samaritan law work?

What is the "Good Samaritan Law" in California? California Good Samaritan law shields you from civil liability when you act in good faith, not seeking compensation, to render emergency medical or non-medical care at the scene of an emergency.

As an agrument, this would possibly provide some level of protection.

 

I am sure one of the Towing Publications has a past article which cover this topic of "Traffic Assistance" as a Good Samaritan.

 

I have never thought of a good argument for Tow Trucks to be considered First Responders. That is because it is only occasional that the Tow Truck is First on the Scene. Question is if Tow Trucks were classified as First Responders would that be a legal protection? While it may not satisfied the private companies insurnace it would likely reduce the liablity. We really need an Industry Attorney/Legal Advisor/Commentor that is willing to chime in on some of these serious discusions.

“Good Samaritan” Law at a Glance 

https://www.safehighways.org/additional-resources/safe-highway-matters/spring-2010-3/good-samaritan-law/

Safety Service Patrol drivers are often the first responders to emergency situations that arise along America’s highways. The “Good Samaritan” Law aims to protect them and other first responders who help injured people during these emergency situations.

What? The “Good Samaritan” Law typically protects first responders from liability for unintentional injury or wrongful death following assistance given to another injured or ill person during an emergency situation, unless the assistance provided is deemed unreasonable or non-consensual.

Why? Due to the overwhelming tendency in the United States for civilians to pursue personal injury lawsuits, the law was designed to ensure that rescuers and bystanders could and would aid others in trouble without being fearful of an impending lawsuit.

Where? While some form of the “Good Samaritan” Law exists in all 50 states, each statute varies depending on the jurisdiction.

When? California was the first state to enact such a principle into law in 1959 when they granted immunity to doctors who give aid in emergency situations.

Who? Some states’ “Good Samaritan” Laws protect all individuals who find themselves in an emergency situation where someone requires assistance, while other states’ law only shield those who have completed basic first aid training and are certified by national health organizations. In some cases the “Good Samaritan” Law extends even to off-duty and volunteer first responders.

How? For more information on your state’s “Good Samaritan” Law please visit: http://www.cprinstructor.com/legal.htm.

 

Hazle Twp. Fire & Rescue Company 141

20:35 Hazle Twp Fire and Rescue dispatched to 1197 Rt 940 for a MVC reporting vehicle into rollback with entrapment

21:29 Hazle Twp Fire dispatched to 45 Quality Road for a commercial fire alarm (AFA)

 

 

Tow truck driver killed in violent collision on I-10 shoulder near Irish Bayou, NOPD says

 

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A flatbed tow truck driver working to remove a disabled van from the shoulder of Interstate 10 was killed early Saturday (June 11) when another vehicle smashed into the van from behind, New Orleans police said.

 

The identity of the 50-year-old victim has not been disclosed, but police said he died at the scene of the 2:43 a.m. crash.

 

The male driver of a Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck that struck the disabled van sustained minor injuries. The NOPD identified him as 34-year-old Kirk Jefferson, and said he has been arrested on one count of vehicular homicide. If charged and convicted of the offense, Jefferson would face 5 to 30 years in state prison under Louisiana law.

 

The fatal crash occurred on the shoulder of the eastbound side of I-10 near Ridgeway Boulevard, an area known as Irish Bayou. Police said the tow truck driver was working to load the unoccupied van when Jefferson’s pickup struck the rear of the van, causing it to crash into the tow truck. The pickup left the road after the collision, coming to rest in a grassy area alongside the interstate.

 

The NOPD said traffic fatality detective Richard Chambers was investigating the collision. Anyone with information on the crash is asked to contact Chambers at (504) 658-6205 or Crimestoppers at (504) 822-1111.

 

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Impaired motorist kills tow truck driver working along I-10 at Irish Bayou, police say

Victim was trying to hook up disabled van on highway's shoulder

 

A tow truck driver trying to hook up a disabled van along Interstate 10 was struck and killed by pickup truck early Saturday at Irish Bayou.

 

The New Orleans Police Department said the wrecker driver was preparing to tow the van from the right eastbound shoulder of I-10 near U.S. 11 when a Chevrolet Silverado pickup hit the rear of the van. The van crashed into the flatbed tow truck. First responders found the wrecker driver dead on the shoulder and the pickup in the grass along the highway.

 

The driver of the pickup, Kirk Jefferson, 34, sustained minor injuries and cooperated with investigators, police said. They booked him with vehicular homicide, a charge that incorporates driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 

 

Police were notified of the wreck at 2:43 a.m.

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New Orleans Police Department

 

UPDATE: The driver of the pickup truck involved in this crash, identified as Kirk Jefferson (pictured, black male, DOB: 08-21-1987), has been arrested on one count of vehicular homicide. He will be booked accordingly into the Orleans Parish Justice Center.

 

Anyone with additional information that can aid in the NOPD's investigation of a traffic fatality in the early hours today on I-10 East near Ridgeway Drive is asked to call Traffic Fatality Investigator Richard Chambers at 504-658-6205.

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Conatinuing the series in Insurance, Safety & Training regarding youtubers and independent media. We are sharing this video from a knowledge based prospective. Your place of business can be subject to a similar situation. Do you premit audio, video or both in your place of business. What are the laws in your state in this regard potential issue. 

 

In some states there are no limits in some there are control limits. This means a person cannot enter your private property with the intent to video document without expressed permission. Now, I have not researched different states in this regard. However, in this series we will attempt to indentify what rights a tow company has in regards to the private property. Public Property is another issue, such as working the scene of an accident. We continue to hear of tow truck drivers getting into a confrontation because they do not want to be recorded.

 

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Fellow Patriots & Freedom lovers, On June 2nd 2022 I was peacefully exercising my 1st Amendment Rights at the Law Enforcement Center located in Rome, Georgia. While recording some tax payer funded Police Vehicles in the Public Parking Garage I was confronted by three Georgia Bureau Of Investigation Agents. All three of them refused to identify themselves when asked and not only did they escalate the situation & acted unprofessional they had a grave misunderstanding of the GA Stop & ID statute. The next day I went to the GBI headquarters to try and hold them accountable…Please be sure to hit the like button, it truly helps spread this around for more Patriots to see it and I appreciate it!

 

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