Brian Dinday Killed in Diving Accident
Oh, this is a tough one.
On Saturday, we received an email from a fellow lawyer telling us that Brian Dinday had been killed while diving off the California coast. According to news reports, he was diving for abalone with his 30-year-old son when he was swept out to sea by heavy surf.
The entire team at Avvo would like to offer our condolences to the Dinday family. As a son and father, I can only imagine the weight of their loss. At Avvo, we also become attached to active participants such as Brian. I have gotten used to seeing his bushy mustache and big smile all over our site. He will be sorely missed.
Times like these remind us to hug the loved ones around us. Donations in Brian’s name may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society, 820 B St., San Rafael, CA 94901 or ARC/Morris, P.O. Box 123, Morris Plains, NJ 07950.
Mark
January 6th, 2010 at 2:15 pm
Dear Mark,
This is so heartbreaking, I also loved Brian’s warm smile as he answered questions on AVVO. Brian really stood out with his brilliant answers.
He was the consummate attorney. As I recently hired him to FIX something that others had messed. unfortunately he did not get the opportunity to complete what he had started.
I feel so much pain for him and his lovely family. This is just tragic I pray he is at peace.
February 8th, 2010 at 1:57 am
One week before Mr. Dinday’s death, which I just learned of, I contacted him to see if I could hire him to assist with a factual innocence motion my attorney was preparing. He was a noted expert in this area. He actually provided invaluable advice and wrote a letter to my attorney with suggestions without even charging for it. The motion was granted last month and I was just about to write to him to thank him for these efforts that contributed to this success when I read about this tragic news. What a nice man. This was absolutely terrible and I am so sorry to hear about it.
April 8th, 2010 at 1:18 pm
Today, I learned of Mr Dinday’s passing. His articles were very much so informative in regards to my case that included Factual Innocence. His public service will be greatly missed. I couldn’t have done this on my own. Bless you Brian Dinday.
July 1st, 2010 at 4:12 pm
Mr Dinday, i never met you but you helped changed my life. I will forever be grateful to you and may you rest in eternal peace.