Category: Motorcycle Accidents

The thrill of riding a motorcycle is unparalleled, offering an intimate connection with the road and an exhilarating sense of freedom. Yet, this freedom comes with a responsibility to prioritize safety. As personal injury attorneys at J&Y Law, a prominent Los Angeles-based law firm committed to serving the people of California,...

If you get hurt in a motorcycle accident that was someone else’s fault, you probably want to know how long it will take until you get the money from your injury claim. The short answer is usually at least several months but as long as a few years. There are many factors...

If you got hurt in a motorcycle accident that was someone else’s fault, the insurance company’s claims adjuster might tell you that you do not need to hire a lawyer to help you go after compensation. What they do not tell you is that the insurance company has hundreds of lawyers working...

California has been described as a huge theme park for children and adults who love to explore the wild variety of nature. No other state offers so many scenic choices like deserts, beaches, volcanoes, forests, mountains, marshlands, and other gorgeous locations. One might think the state was designed with motorcycle riders in...

Motorcycle accident victims deserve to receive fair compensation for their injuries. They can suffer head injuries, broken bones, back injuries, and property damage due to car accidents, unsafe road conditions, or collisions with stationary objects. Our California motorcycle attorney can help evaluate your case and seek fair compensation for your injuries.

California has some of the heaviest traffic congestion in the country. California has attempted to alleviate this congestion by allowing lane splitting for motorcycles and bikes. Lane splitting refers to driving between lanes or sharing a lane with another vehicle when there is congestion. However, lane splitting can sometimes cause accidents....

Motorcycle accidents are on the rise in Los Angeles, as well as throughout the state of California and the entire United States. Motorcycle riders tend to suffer much more severe injuries and fatalities than people traveling inside cars and trucks because they usually go flying through the air upon impact and do...

The party who caused the accident will be responsible for paying your losses, including your medical bills. Most personal injury claims and lawsuits have negligence as their legal basis. Put simply, someone must have made a mistake that caused or contributed to the motorcycle accident for them to owe you any money.

There are few things in life more exhilarating than riding a motorcycle along the highways of California. Unfortunately, our California motorcycle accident attorneys see far too many injuries that could have been avoided, had the proper precautions been observed. Let’s take a look at some of the most recent statistics about...

Motorcycles can be exhilarating to ride, but until you get a good deal of experience, it could help to have a few pointers so you can avoid accidents. Consumer Reports says that a motorcyclist is 30 times more likely to die in an accident than an occupant of a car. 

If you got hurt in a motorcycle accident due to someone else’s carelessness, you might have questions about whether you can pursue an injury claim against the driver who caused the collision. California law allows you to go after the at-fault driver for compensation.

Also, you can file a...

It is impossible to say how long it will take for your motorcycle accident case to settle because there are so many variables, but we can explain the factors that can affect the timing of your injury claim. Cases generally take from a few months to a year or longer. A...

Motorcycles have long held an allure of freedom on the open roads. For many, that freedom includes resistance to wearing protective gear, including a helmet. 

However, motorcyclists are especially vulnerable to wrecks resulting in severe head injuries. Many states such as California have enacted laws requiring all riders to...

The same financial responsibility rules apply to motorcycles and passenger cars in California, according to the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). If you own or operate a motorcycle, you must maintain motorcycle insurance. Your automobile insurance does not cover your motorcycle. 

If you...

Motor vehicle accidents are the second leading cause of injury and death among people ages 1-65. Of those, accidents involving motorcycles are the most deadly.  

Riders should take every precaution to avoid potentially life-threatening accidents. Helpful actions include wearing protective gear and taking rider...

If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident in California, you should probably talk to a California motorcycle accident attorney to discuss how much your motorcycle accident case is worth. While every case is different, injuries resulting from motorcycle crashes are often severe and you...

Motorcyclists in California can drive between two lanes of traffic traveling in the same direction. In other words, a motorcyclist has a definite advantage in a traffic jam because the rider can continue moving between two lanes of traffic. The practice is referred to as lane-splitting. However, opponents of lane-splitting assert...

Motorcycle ownership is increasing. More people are discovering the joys and economic benefits of riding a motorcycle. However, unfortunately, motorcyclists face dangers and hazards each time they ride. Many of the dangers faced by motorcyclists come from other drivers. Distracted driving, impaired driving, speeding, and other careless...

One of the problems many motorcyclists face after an accident is how to pay for medical bills and expenses. A motorcycle accident can result in severe injuries to the rider. The financial burden can be difficult. Motorcycle accident claims can take many months to settle. An experienced California...