Los Angeles Motorcycle Accident Attorney

When a motorcycle ride ends in a collision, the consequences are rarely minor — and insurers know it. At Alder Law, PC, we represent injured motorcyclists across Los Angeles and fight to hold negligent drivers and insurers accountable. Our firm has recovered more than $3.1 billion for clients. Call (310) 279-9131 for a free case evaluation — you pay nothing unless we win.

California Lane-Splitting Laws and Liability

California expressly authorizes lane splitting under Vehicle Code § 21658.1 when done safely. Because it is lawful, a rider doing it is not automatically at fault. California follows a pure comparative negligence rule, so you can recover even if partly at fault, reduced by your share. Insurers often inflate a rider’s share of blame — we push back with evidence.

Why Motorcyclists Are More Vulnerable

Driver inattention and “I didn’t see them” collisions; blind spots; road hazards like potholes, gravel, and debris; and the simple lack of protection mean riders absorb the brunt of any impact.

Insurance-Company Bias Against Riders — and How Alder Law Counters It

Riders face an assumption they were reckless. We reconstruct the crash with physical evidence, witness statements, and video; document the full extent of injuries; and rebut accusations of rider fault with facts. Your case is staffed with two attorneys plus a paralegal and a secretary.

Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries

Road rash (often requiring skin grafts), traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injuries including paralysis, and limb amputation, along with broken bones and internal injuries.

Types of Motorcycle Accidents We Handle

Left-turn collisions, lane-change and merge crashes, rear-end collisions, head-on collisions, lane-splitting accidents, road-hazard/dangerous-roadway crashes (which may involve a government entity), hit-and-run and UM/UIM claims, and defective-parts cases.

What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident in LA

Call 911 and get medical care; report the crash; document the scene; get contact and insurance information; preserve your gear (helmet, jacket, bike); be careful what you say; and call a motorcycle accident attorney. Most California injury lawsuits must be filed within two years, with shorter deadlines for claims against a government entity.

Compensation You May Be Able to Recover

Medical expenses (past and future), lost wages and earning capacity, pain and suffering, property damage, disfigurement and permanent disability, and loss of enjoyment of life. Punitive damages may be available in egregious cases.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is lane splitting legal in California?

Yes — Vehicle Code § 21658.1 makes it legal when done safely; it does not make a rider automatically at fault.

Can I recover damages if I wasn’t wearing a helmet?

Possibly. Not wearing one doesn’t automatically bar your claim; under pure comparative negligence your recovery may be reduced for injuries the lack of a helmet contributed to.

How much does it cost to hire Alder Law?

Contingency — no upfront costs; free case evaluation.

How long do I have to file?

Generally two years; shorter for government claims.

Talk to a Los Angeles Motorcycle Accident Attorney Today

Call (310) 279-9131 for your free case evaluation. No fee unless we win.