Dean Lawrence Brodie, 42, was killed in a motorcycle accident in the Bay Park area of San Diego the afternoon of August 23, 2010. The San Diego Union-Tribune reports that Brodie lost control of his bike on Mount Acadia Boulevard near the Tecolote Canyon Golf Course. He hit a sign post and a guardrail. Brodie was transported to a local hospital where he died shortly after the crash. Officials are still looking into what caused this fatal motorcycle accident.

My deepest condolences go out to the surviving family of Dean Lawrence Brodie. My thoughts and prayers are with them following this tragic motorcycle accident.

San Diego Motorcycle Accident Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol's 2008 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), 16 fatalities and 355 personal injuries were reported as a result of motorcycle accident in San Diego. Also, countywide, 51 people were killed and 1,081 people sustained personal injuries in motorcycle accidents during the same year.

What Caused This Fatal Crash?

Based on this news report, it is not quite clear what caused this fatal motorcycle accident. Was speed a factor? Did alcohol or drugs play a part in this accident? Was there a vehicle defect or mechanical malfunction in the motorcycle, which may have caused or contributed to this crash? Was there a dangerous or defective condition on the roadway? Were there any other vehicles involved? For example, was the motorcyclist in this case run off the roadway by another vehicle? I trust officials are looking at these and other factors in order to determine what caused this deadly motorcycle crash.

Liability Issues

If this accident was caused by an auto product defect, the vehicle manufacturer could be held liable for the victim's wrongful death. In cases where negligence or wrongdoing is involved, families of deceased victims can seek compensation to cover funeral expenses, lost future income, loss of love and companionship, and other related damages. Families of deceased accident victims would be well-advised to contact an experienced San Diego personal injury lawyer, who will analyze all facets of the incident and ensure that the negligent parties are held accountable. The best personal injury law firms will always offer a free consultation and comprehensive claim evaluation to injured victims and their families.

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