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San Francisco Motorcycle Accident Attorneys

We Know, We Ride, We Can Help.

If a routine motorcycle ride has resulted in serious injuries, the experienced San Francisco area motorcycle accident lawyers at Choulos, Choulos & Wyle can help. Contact us today to discuss your case and needs in a free initial consultation.

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Partners George and Claude on vintage Triumphs circa 1995

We Don't Just Know the Law - We Know the Road

In order to successfully handle claims related to motorcycle accidents, an attorney needs to have specific experience with the rules of the road as well as an understanding of the unique issues that come with being a motorcyclist. At the San Francisco personal injury law firm of Choulos, Choulos & Wyle, we have decades of riding skill and experience on the roads of California. From our paralegals to our partners, we all ride. Even more importantly, we have decades of experience working hard for motorcyclists who have been hurt by the conduct of others. The safety of motorcyclists is important to us personally as well as professionally. We know that by making negligent drivers accountable for their actions we can increase safety for everyone on the road.

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Partner George Choulos at Infineon

As motorcyclists, we know what happens when your bike is forced to swerve or when it slides. Our San Francisco motorcycle accident attorneys understand the difference between low siding and high siding. We know that lane sharing is legal, and we protect your rights to ride. We are well-prepared to present compelling and convincing evidence in support of your serious injury or wrongful death claim. A personal injury lawyer with real-life experience can understand your claim and help you obtain fair compensation for your serious injuries, including:

Head and Brain injury
Spinal cord injury
Lacerations
Facial injuries

Broken hand or broken shoulder
Burn injuries
Leg or knee injury
Wrongful death

For a car driver, a collision with a motorcycle may just result in vehicle damage and no personal injuries. In contrast, the motorcyclist, even if properly equipped with a helmet and other protective gear, will likely suffer serious injuries or even wrongful death.

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Claude and George on Highway 1

Our San Francisco motorcycle accident attorneys proudly sponsor Bay Area Riders Forum racing and are actively involved in all aspects of riding. We also sponsor rides in the San Francisco Bay area and in the Napa and Sonoma wine country. You might find our attorneys or staff members in the office, in court or out at a local track day. Senior paralegal John Whang, is an active motorcycle safety instructor. His insight into the technical rules of the road gives our firm a unique perspective above and beyond our years of riding experience. With decades of experience helping injured survivors, as well as riding motorcycles ourselves, we can skillfully handle your motorcycle accident claim.

Choulos, Choulos & Wyle handles a higher percentage of motorcycle cases than any other law firm in the Bay Area. Other law firms commonly consult with us when their clients have been injured in motorcycle accidents. The lawyers at Choulos, Choulos & Wyle are generous with our time, and we provide each potential client with a free initial consultation. We want to hear your story, learn the details of your accident and explain your options.

A California Motorcycle Crash Can Cause Devastating Injuries

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Put Our Experience to Work for You

$400,000 Settlement for Alameda Motorcyclist
Our motorcycle accident attorneys recently won a settlement a biker who suffered serious crushing injuries and eventual amputation of his left foot in a motorcycle accident. The motorcycle accident was caused by an auto driver who made a left turn, hitting the motorcycle rider driving straight ahead in the left lane.

Unfortunately our client was not insured at the time of the motorcycle accident and was therefore not entitled, under California Law, to pain and suffering damages. But he was entitled to his out-of-pocket expenses, such as:

Past and future medical bills
Therapy
Past and future lost wages
The cost of future prosthetics

The offending driver denied liability, lied about the traffic lights, made up witnesses, and tried to hide her assets by taking the equity out of her house to make herself appear judgment-proof. Our team of motorcycle attorneys refused to accept the insurance policy limits of the driver, forcing her to come up with substantial cash out-of-pocket to help compensate our client.

Sometimes the toughest part of representing the survivors of motorcycle accidents is finding enough insurance or assets to cover serious personal injuries. This is a great example of the kind of results a motorcycle attorney can achieve when he is tough, aggressive and smart. This driver was held accountable for the damages she caused.

Another lesson to be learned in this case is the importance of carrying at least liability insurance. Without it you may never be fully compensated, even if you are injured through another driver's negligence.

Contact a San Francisco motorcycle accident attorney at Choulos, Choulos & Wyle today to discuss your case. You can send us an e-mail link to contact us, or call us toll-free at 877-702-7800 or at 415-474-7800 to learn more about our services. To learn more about motorcycle and bike accident matters, please view the links below.