Our Los Angeles motorcycle accident lawyers help injured riders pursue compensation after crashes caused by negligent drivers. BHL Accident Lawyers handles claims for medical bills, lost wages, motorcycle damage, pain and suffering, and other losses available under California law.
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From the 110 and 101 interchange to the dense one-way streets of the Financial District and the boulevards leading out of Downtown LA, riders share the road with drivers who don’t look twice for motorcycles. When a car turns left across a rider or drifts into their lane, the consequences are severe. Our office is right here on Flower Street in DTLA, and we know the roads where these crashes happen and the bias riders face the moment the insurance company gets involved.
If your injuries keep you off the road and away from our office, we’ll come to you — by phone, video, or a home or hospital visit.
A motorcycle crash is not just a damaged vehicle claim. You may be dealing with an ambulance bill, surgery, weeks away from work, a motorcycle you cannot ride, and an insurance adjuster asking questions while you are still trying to understand what happened.
We take that burden off you.
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A motorcycle accident claim is based on negligence when another driver fails to use reasonable care and causes the crash and resulting injuries.
Common examples of driver negligence include:
A motorcycle does not need to make physical contact with another vehicle for negligence to cause a crash. A driver who forces a rider to brake, swerve, or leave the roadway may still be responsible when the evidence connects that conduct to the accident.
A motorcycle accident claim focuses on four core issues: who caused the crash, what injuries the crash caused, how those injuries affected the rider, and what insurance coverage or other sources of compensation apply.
Motorcycle accident claims can involve severe injuries because riders have far less physical protection than occupants of passenger vehicles. Even a lower-speed crash can result in fractures, head injuries, road rash, spinal injuries, and other significant harm.
Fault can also become a major point of dispute. Insurance companies may argue that the rider was speeding, lane splitting unsafely, changing lanes improperly, or otherwise contributing to the crash.
The evidence determines what happened. We conduct a full motorcycle accident investigation by looking at:
Riding a motorcycle does not establish fault. Liability depends on the conduct of the people involved and the evidence showing how the crash occurred.
The first steps after a motorcycle accident should protect your health, document the crash, and preserve evidence for your injury claim.
Get emergency care for serious injuries and follow up with a doctor for symptoms that develop after the crash. Motorcycle accidents can cause concussions, fractures, internal injuries, ligament damage, spinal injuries, and other injuries that are not always obvious immediately.
Call 911 for an emergency and request law enforcement at the scene of an injury crash.
California also requires drivers to file an SR-1 accident report with the DMV within 10 days when anyone is injured or killed or when property damage exceeds $1,000. The SR-1 requirement applies regardless of fault and is separate from a police or insurance report.
Take photos and videos before vehicles and evidence are moved, when it is safe to do so. Document:
These images can help establish vehicle positions, impact points, road conditions, and the severity of the crash.
Collect the names and contact information of people who saw the crash.
Independent witness statements can help establish how the collision occurred when the drivers give different accounts.
Keep the damaged motorcycle, helmet, clothing, and protective equipment until they have been photographed and evaluated as evidence.
Damage patterns can provide information about the point of impact, direction of force, and how the crash occurred.
Report the accident to your insurance company according to your policy’s notice requirements.
Do not rush into a detailed recorded statement for the other driver’s insurance company before you understand the facts of the crash, the extent of your injuries, and how the statement could affect your claim.
A motorcycle accident lawyer can begin preserving evidence that may disappear after the crash, including surveillance recordings, traffic-camera footage, vehicle data, witness testimony, and physical evidence.
You do not need to collect every record or determine who was at fault before contacting BHL Accident Lawyers.
Call 323 672 3535 for a free case evaluation.
The consultation is free. There is no upfront attorney fee, and you pay no attorney fee unless we recover money for you.
The value of a Los Angeles motorcycle accident claim depends on the injuries, financial losses, evidence of fault, available insurance coverage, and the long-term effects of the crash.
There is no reliable “average settlement” that determines what an individual case is worth. A broken wrist that heals within months creates different damages than a spinal cord injury requiring lifelong care. A crash supported by clear video evidence also presents different liability issues than a collision where the drivers dispute what happened.
The main factors that affect motorcycle accident case value include:
| Factor | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Injury severity | More serious injuries can result in greater medical expenses, longer recovery periods, and greater effects on daily life. |
| Medical treatment | Medical records document the injuries, treatment received, and connection between the crash and the medical condition. |
| Future medical care | Surgery, rehabilitation, medication, therapy, and long-term care can increase future damages. |
| Lost wages | Income lost while recovering from the injuries can be included in the claim. |
| Lost earning capacity | Permanent injuries can reduce a person’s ability to work or earn income in the future. |
| Pain and suffering | California personal injury claims can include compensation for physical pain, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. |
| Property damage | The claim can include damage to the motorcycle, helmet, riding gear, and other property. |
| Liability evidence | Police reports, video, witnesses, vehicle damage, and other evidence help establish who caused the crash. |
| Comparative fault | Compensation is reduced by the percentage of fault assigned to the injured rider. |
| Insurance coverage | Liability insurance, uninsured motorist coverage, underinsured motorist coverage, and other applicable policies can affect the amount available for recovery. |
BHL Accident Lawyers evaluates the value of a motorcycle accident claim from the evidence and documented damages rather than relying on a generic settlement calculator.
Find out what factors affect the value of your claim during a free consultation.
A motorcycle accident claim can include compensation for medical expenses, lost income, property damage, pain and suffering, and other losses caused by the crash.
Economic damages compensate for measurable financial losses, including:
Non-economic damages compensate for the personal effects of the injuries, including:
Severe and permanent injuries can also create substantial future losses. These can include ongoing rehabilitation, future surgeries, home assistance, mobility equipment, long-term medical care, and reduced ability to work or live independently.
A serious head injury can involve additional medical and long-term damages. Learn more from our Los Angeles traumatic brain injury lawyer page.
Permanent or life-changing injuries can also support a catastrophic injury claim. Learn more from our Los Angeles catastrophic injury lawyer page.
The at-fault driver’s insurance company typically does not pay medical bills as treatment occurs. Those bills still need to be handled while the motorcycle accident claim is pending.
Medical treatment can be paid through sources such as:
BHL Accident Lawyers helps injured clients understand their treatment options and can connect them with treating doctors who accept medical liens.
A medical lien allows a provider to treat an injured person without requiring full payment upfront. The provider is then paid from the settlement or other recovery according to the lien agreement.
This option can help injured riders continue necessary treatment while their motorcycle accident claim is being investigated and resolved.
Getting appropriate medical care should remain the priority while the insurance claim is pending.
The person or entity that caused or contributed to a motorcycle accident can be held responsible for the resulting injuries and damages.
Potentially responsible parties include:
Another driver
Drivers can be responsible for unsafe turns, lane changes, speeding, distracted driving, following too closely, or failing to yield.
A driver’s employer
An employer can be responsible when an employee causes a crash while performing work duties.
A trucking or transportation company
A company can be responsible for the actions of its driver or its own negligent hiring, training, maintenance, or safety practices.
A vehicle or parts manufacturer
A manufacturer can be responsible when a defective tire, brake, vehicle, or motorcycle component contributes to the crash or injuries.
A public entity
A government entity can be responsible when a dangerous condition of public property contributes to a motorcycle accident. These claims have special requirements and shorter deadlines.
More than one party can share responsibility for the same motorcycle accident.
California motorcycle accident claims are affected by rules governing lane splitting, comparative fault, and filing deadlines.
Yes. Lane splitting is legal in California.
California Vehicle Code §21658.1 defines lane splitting as operating a motorcycle between rows of stopped or moving vehicles traveling in the same direction.
Lane splitting does not automatically make a motorcyclist responsible for a crash. Liability depends on how the accident happened and whether the rider, another driver, or both contributed to it.
Evidence such as vehicle positions, speed, video footage, witness statements, and points of impact can help establish fault.
California follows pure comparative negligence, which means an injured rider can still recover compensation when they share responsibility for the crash.
The rider’s compensation is reduced by their percentage of fault.
For example, a rider who has $100,000 in damages and is found 20% responsible would have the damages reduced by 20%.
Insurance companies can dispute fault by claiming the rider was speeding, lane splitting unsafely, changing lanes improperly, or failing to avoid the crash. The evidence determines how responsibility should be divided.
California generally gives an injured person two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit.
Claims involving a California government entity follow different rules. A government claim for personal injury generally must be presented within six months.
Government-entity claims can arise from dangerous roadway conditions, defective traffic controls, government vehicles, or other public-property issues.
Other exceptions can affect the deadline, so early investigation helps preserve both legal rights and evidence.
Motorcycle accidents in Los Angeles frequently involve conflicts between riders and drivers who fail to see or yield to a motorcycle.
Common causes include:
Left-turn crashes are particularly important in Los Angeles. City traffic-safety research has identified left-turn conflicts at intersections as a recurring factor in serious motorcycle collisions.
Motorcycle riders have far less physical protection than occupants of passenger vehicles, making serious injuries more likely when a crash occurs.
Motorcycle accident injuries can include:
The severity of the injuries, required medical treatment, recovery period, and long-term limitations can all affect the value of a motorcycle accident claim.
A motorcycle accident claim requires evidence of fault, medical documentation, proof of damages, and identification of available insurance coverage.
We gather available evidence such as police reports, photographs, videos, witness statements, vehicle damage, medical records, and electronic data.
BHL Accident Lawyers can help injured clients connect with treating doctors and arrange medical care on a lien when appropriate.
We review the at-fault driver’s insurance and investigate other sources of coverage, including commercial policies and uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage.
We evaluate medical expenses, lost wages, future medical needs, reduced earning capacity, property damage, pain and suffering, and other losses supported by the evidence.
Our attorneys communicate with the insurance companies and present the evidence supporting liability and damages.
Belal Hamideh personally participates in settlement negotiations.
A lawsuit can become necessary when liability, injuries, damages, or the value of the claim remain disputed.
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California law requires motorcycle riders and passengers to wear compliant helmets.
Not wearing a helmet does not automatically establish responsibility for causing the crash. However, an insurance company can argue that helmet use would have reduced certain injuries, particularly head injuries.
The effect on a claim depends on the injuries, medical evidence, and circumstances of the accident.
Uninsured motorist or underinsured motorist coverage can provide another source of compensation when the responsible driver has no insurance or insufficient coverage.
A motorcycle accident lawyer can review the at-fault driver’s policy, your motorcycle insurance, applicable UM/UIM coverage, commercial policies, and other available insurance.
A hit-and-run motorcycle accident can still support an injury claim.
Evidence can include traffic-camera footage, nearby surveillance video, dashcam footage, witnesses, vehicle debris, paint transfer, police records, and partial license-plate information.
Uninsured motorist coverage can also apply to some hit-and-run claims.
Most motorcycle accident claims do not automatically require a trial.
A lawsuit can become necessary when an insurance company disputes fault, challenges the injuries, undervalues damages, or refuses to make an acceptable settlement offer.
Settlement negotiations can continue even after a lawsuit has been filed.
BHL Accident Lawyers handles motorcycle accident cases on contingency.
There is no upfront attorney fee. We receive an attorney fee only when we recover money for you.
You should understand your rights and the purpose of the statement before providing a detailed recorded interview to the other driver’s insurance company.
Questions about speed, lane position, injuries, prior medical conditions, and how the crash happened can later become part of the insurer’s liability or damages evaluation.
An injured motorcycle passenger can pursue compensation from the person or parties responsible for causing the crash.
Depending on how the accident occurred, responsibility can rest with another driver, the motorcycle operator, or multiple parties.
Property damage can be handled separately from the bodily injury portion of the claim.
Compensation can include the value or repair of the motorcycle and damage to items such as helmets and riding equipment, subject to the applicable insurance coverage and evidence.
Yes. Physical contact is not required for another driver’s negligence to cause a motorcycle crash.
A driver who forces a rider to brake, swerve, or leave the roadway can cause an accident without actually striking the motorcycle. Evidence must connect the driver’s conduct to the crash.
California’s statute of limitations for personal injury is two years from the date of the crash under Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1. Property damage claims have a three-year window. If your crash involved a government entity (a city bus, a poorly maintained road, a government vehicle), you have only six months to file an administrative claim under Government Code § 911.2. Missing these deadlines eliminates your ability to recover compensation. A wrongful death claim also carries a two-year deadline.
Our Los Angeles motorcycle accident lawyers help injured riders pursue compensation after crashes caused by negligent drivers.
BHL Accident Lawyers can investigate the accident, handle insurance communications, help coordinate medical treatment, document your damages, and pursue the compensation supported by the evidence.
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The results we have achieved do not guarantee any similar result for you or any other potential case.