Jose Guerrero-Segura, 24, was killed in an Oakland car accident the night of January 14, 2010 after he lost control of his car and crashed. According to a CBS news report, the fatal car crash occurred at the intersection of San Leandro Street and 85th Avenue in Oakland. Police said Guerrero-Segura was traveling east on San Leandro Street when the car crashed, possibly into a pole, and burst into flames. Guerrero-Segura, who was the only person in the vehicle, was pronounced dead at the scene.

I offer my deepest sympathies to everyone who knew and loved Guerrero-Segura. Please keep them in your prayers.

Car Accident Statistics

According to California Highway Patrol's 2007 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), there were 39 deaths and 2,259 injuries involving car accidentsin Oakland. In Alameda County as a whole, 100 fatalities and 7,324 injuries were reported as a result of car accidents during the same year.

What Caused this Car Accident?

Based on this news report, it is unclear as to what exactly made Guerrero-Segura lose control of his vehicle and crash into the stationary object – whether it was a pole or something else. There are several unanswered questions here. How fast was Guerrero-Segura driving at the time of the crash? The news article does not say that drugs, alcohol, speed or fatigue were factors in this fatal car accident? Was this accident caused by a vehicle defect or a mechanical malfunction in Guerrero-Segura's vehicle? Was there a dangerous roadway condition or debris that Guerrero-Segura was trying to avoid when he lost control of the car? Were other vehicles involved in this accident? For example, did Guerrero-Segura swerve to avoid hitting another vehicle and lose control?

Liability Issues

Hopefully, the answers to these questions will help traffic investigators determine exactly what went wrong. Guerrero-Segura's grieving family members deserve the answers. In such cases, families of deceased car accident victims would be well advised to consult with an experienced Oakland personal injury lawyer, who will remain on their side, fight for their legal rights and make sure their best interests are protected. In cases where negligence or wrongdoing was involved, families will be able to file a wrongful death claim, seeking compensation to cover medical or funeral expenses, lost earnings, loss of love and compensation and other related damages. The best personal injury law firms will always provide a free and comprehensive consultation to injured victims and their families.

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