Bicycle-Accident Cases: Independent/Defense Medical Exams

In many bicycle-accident injury cases, the insurance company will eventually demand that the injured cyclist attend a medical examination with a doctor of the insurance company’s own choosing.  The insurance company has a right to demand one such examination pursuant to California’s Code of Civil Procedure. The insurance company likes to refer to these examinations as […]

About Lawsuits

Filing the Lawsuit   In some cases, a cyclist and their lawyer may agree that filing a lawsuit is necessary in order to obtain fair financial compensation for the injured cyclist.  These lawsuits are filed in civil court and are sometimes known as “personal injury” or “tort” lawsuits.  The first stage is typically the filing […]

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What You Need to Know About Bicycle Accident Claims

If you or someone you care about was injured in a bicycle accident, an experienced Los Angeles Bicycle Accident Lawyer can help you pursue a claim for compensation. Determining Who is Responsible for Bicycle Accident Injuries Reckless and negligent drivers pose a serious risk of injury and death to bicycle riders. If you were struck and injured […]

Marin County Open Car Door Collision Settlement in March 2014

March, 2014 – Driver of motor vehicle was parking on major street in Marin County and suddenly opened his door into the path of a cyclist in the bicycle lane.  Cyclist’s injuries, including pneumothorax and other serious laceration required minor surgery.  Driver’s insurance company, State Farm, accepted responsibility for the accident but made an offer […]

Cyclist Is Struck By Quick Left Turn From The Opposite Lane

February, 2014 – Driver made a quick left turn without yielding or signaling and in doing so cut off and caused cyclist (who had been approaching from the opposite direction) to crash while on a training ride in the Atherton area.  Cyclist’s injuries required minor surgery to repair torn ligament.  Driver’s insurance company, AAA, denied responsibility […]

Sen. Chuck Schumer wants to cut taxes for US bike-share commuters

US Senator Chuck Schumer has attached an amendment to an upcoming tax bill currently being developed in the US Senate. While there is no guaranty that the amendment will be passed, it’s heartening to note that policymakers are taking urban cycling issues to heart. “Bike-share programs are an efficient, healthy, and clean form of mass […]