Virginia Motorcyclist Struck and Killed By SUV In Leesburg

James W. Boice, 39, of Harpers Ferry, W.VA. was struck and killed in Leesburg Saturday at about 6:30 AM while he was stopped at an intersection.  According to police, the Suzuki motorcycle he was riding was struck by a Jeep Cherokee SUV driven by Brian H. Beck, who was cited for reckless driving.  How or why this tragic accident happened is not yet known, and local police are looking for witnesses.   However, based upon our experience, it is important that Mr. Boice's family retain an investigator immediately to look for potential witnesses, interview possible witnesses in the vicinity, and examine the scene for any physical evidence that might be recoverable.  This is because in our experience, because of the "contributory negligence doctrine" in Virginia, insurance companies will use any excuse to deny liability, particularly where the injured party is on a motorcycle.  All too often, motorcyclists are presumed to be guilty fo traffic wrongdoing simply because they are riding a bike.  For more on this and why it is true, email me for a free copy of my new book: WRECKED:  Your Legal Rights In A Motorcycle Accident.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mr. Boice's friends and family.