It might have started with a normal ride. Maybe you were heading to work along Market Street, coasting through the Panhandle, or just turning onto a quiet neighborhood street. Then there was a car door, a sudden swerve, a screech of brakes, and now everything feels split into “before the crash” and “after the crash.”
In the days after a bicycle collision in San Francisco, you might be feeling sore, foggy, and angry. You might be replaying what happened again and again, wondering if you could have done anything differently. At the same time, medical bills are coming in, the…
You might be replaying the crash in your head over and over. The sound of the impact, the shock, maybe the way someone later said, “Well, you were on a motorcycle, right?” can still sting. On top of the physical pain, you might be wondering if someone is going to try to blame you for what happened, or use that blame to pay you less than you need.
In California, fault is rarely black and white. You may have done one small thing differently that day, but that does not mean you lose your right to recover. Comparative negligence is…
California is the only state that explicitly permits lane splitting, making it legal for motorcyclists to ride between lanes of traffic under certain conditions. If you have been injured while lane splitting, you may experience challenges in proving another driver was at fault, but an attorney can help you build a strong case and pursue the compensation you deserve.
Contact a San Francisco motorcycle accident lawyer today to pursue the compensation you deserve — call (415) 432-7290.
California’s Traffic Laws on Lane Splitting
California Vehicle Code Section 21658.1 defines lane splitting as a two-wheeled motorcycle riding between rows of…
Uber, once considered a safer alternative to traditional transportation, has become the subject of hundreds of sexual assault lawsuits. These cases have revealed troubling patterns in how the company screens its drivers, responds to assault reports, and protects passengers. If you are the survivor of a rideshare sexual assault, you have the right to pursue legal action against the company and the perpetrator and recover compensation for the trauma you have endured.
A knowledgeable personal injury lawyer in San Francisco, CA can also assist survivors of Uber-related incidents by navigating complex liability issues and fighting for the full compensation they…
As the temperatures rise and the pavement dries, more motorcyclists take to the streets for the joy of summer riding. But, sadly, with this seasonal surge comes an increase in motorcycle accidents — many of which are preventable. At Choulos, Choulos & Wyle, our San Francisco, CA motorcycle accident lawyers are passionate about rider safety and committed to supporting those injured due to the negligence of others. Before you kick over your engine, take a few minutes to review what I think are essential summer motorcycle safety tips.
Gear Up — Even When It’s Hot
Hot weather is no excuse…
