A 56-year-old man killed in a San Bernardino car accident has been identified as Douglas Justin James Willison. According to a news report in The Press Enterprise, Willison was riding his bike along the 8100 block of Palomar Avenue in Yucca Valley on November 2, 2009 when he was rear-ended by a pickup truck. Willison was pronounced dead at the scene. San Bernardino Sheriff's deputies are investigating this fatal car accident.

My heart goes out to the family and friends of Douglas Justin James Willison for their heartbreaking loss. I offer my deepest sympathies to everyone who knew and loved this man. His grieving family will be in my prayers.

Bicycle Accidents in San Bernardino

There were three bicycle accident related injuries in Yucca Valley, according to California Highway Patrol's 2007 traffic accident statistics. Countywide, four deaths and 259 injuries were reported as a result of bicycle accidents.

Car Accident Liability Issues

In this particular case, it is not clear how this fatal bicycle accident occurred. The liability in such accidents depends on whose fault the car accident was. If the driver of the pickup caused the accident, then he or she could be held liable for Willison's fatal injuries and wrongful death. In such car accidents, if the at-fault party is on the job or running an errand for someone, then the driver's employer or the person he or she was running an errand for could also be liable. If a dangerous roadway condition caused the accident, the governmental agency responsible for maintaining that roadway could also be held responsible. Any such claim against a governmental agency in California must be filed within six months of the accident or injury. The article also does not tall us much about where Willison was at the time of the accident.

In such cases where serious injuries or death is involved, victims (or their families) would be well-advised to contact an experienced California personal injury lawyer who will analyze all facets of the case, determine whether there was negligence and make sure that the negligent parties are held responsible. The best personal injury lawyers will always offer a free and comprehensive consultation to injured victims and their families.

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