$9.5M
Riverside County bicycle accident settlement: a pothole made a rider fall, leaving serious head injuries. Claims against public entities alleged a dangerous road condition.
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Were you injured in a Los Angeles bicycle accident? At Wilshire Law Firm — an award-winning, nationally recognized team — our attorneys help cyclists pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Contact us 24/7 for a free case review — there are no fees unless you get paid.
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Understanding Your Los Angeles Bicycle Accident Case
Explore essential resources on your rights, your options, and what to expect — everything you need to navigate the legal process, all in one place.
Wilshire Law Firm is an award-winning, nationally recognized team that has represented thousands of injured Californians. Our attorneys investigate your crash, gather evidence, handle every conversation with the insurance companies, and advocate for your rights under California law — all with personalized attention. There are no fees unless you get paid.
Most Los Angeles bicycle crashes trace back to preventable negligence. The leading causes we see include distracted or reckless driving, drivers failing to yield to cyclists, unsafe road conditions, defective bicycle components, and "dooring" — when a driver or passenger opens a car door into a cyclist's path. Establishing who was negligent is central to your claim, and our attorneys handle that investigation for you.
Because cyclists have little protection in a collision, injuries are often serious. Common injuries include broken bones, head and traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and cuts, bruises, and road rash. Serious head trauma may require long-term care — learn more about our Los Angeles brain injury representation →. A legal professional can review your injuries during a free case review.
An experienced attorney takes the legal burden off you so you can focus on recovery. At Wilshire Law Firm, our attorneys investigate the crash, gather police reports, photos, and witness statements, calculate the full value of your losses, deal with the insurers, and pursue fair compensation for your injuries and financial losses. There are no fees unless you get paid.
Injured cyclists in California can generally recover both economic and non-economic damages. These commonly include medical expenses (current and future), lost wages and lost earning capacity, bicycle and property damage, and pain and suffering. Because every case is unique, a legal professional can review your losses during a free case review.
In most California bicycle accident cases you have two years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit (California Code of Civil Procedure §335.1), and generally three years for property damage. Claims against a government entity — for example, over a dangerous road defect — have much shorter deadlines, often six months. Because missing a deadline can end your case, it's best to speak with a legal professional early.
Meet Our Los Angeles Bicycle Accident Attorneys
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Colin M. Jones, Esq.Senior Partner and Senior Trial Attorney, Chair of the Personal Injury Litigation Department
Jennifer P. Burkes, Esq.Senior Partner & Strategic Advisor, Personal Injury Litigation Department
Mary Lee Caruso, Esq.Senior Partner
Ryan Casey, Esq.Senior Partner and Trial Attorney
Tae-Yoon Kim, Esq.Senior Partner
Philip Andonian, Esq.Partner and Trial Attorney
Alivia E. Abreu, Esq.Partner
Shervin G. Ghanoongooi, Esq.Partner
Christopher Goodroe, Esq.Partner
Nathan A. Guest, Esq.Partner and Trial Attorney
Brian M. Jacobson, Esq.Partner
Ariella Perry, Esq.PartnerRecent wins
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$2.2M
Los Angeles County bicycle accident settlement: a food-delivery driver turning left hit a cyclist wearing a helmet, causing head pain and dizziness plus arm and leg pain.
$2.0M
Riverside bicycle accident settlement: a commercial pickup turning left hit a cyclist from behind in a bike lane, causing a serious arm injury and other injuries.
$1.6M
Sacramento bicycle accident settlement: a left-turning pickup struck a cyclist crossing an intersection on a pedestrian green light, causing serious back and other injuries.
$250K
Los Angeles bicycle accident settlement: a turning driver failed to yield and hit a cyclist riding through an intersection with a green light, causing leg injuries.
*Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Each case is unique and evaluated on its own facts.
How Do I Know If I Have a Bicycle Accident Claim in Los Angeles?
Three factors determine whether you have a valid bicycle accident claim — fault, damages, and proof. Fault means another party's negligence, such as a careless driver or a dangerous road condition, caused the crash. Damages are your losses, including medical bills, lost wages, and bicycle repairs. Proof includes police reports, photos, and witness statements. California's statute of limitations applies, so contact Wilshire Law Firm for a free case review.
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Los Angeles Bicycle Accident FAQs
Our Most Frequently Asked Questions
We've answered the most common ones below. If yours isn't here, call us — we're available 24/7.
A bicycle injury lawsuit arising in the City of Los Angeles is generally filed in the Los Angeles County Superior Court, with many civil cases handled at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse downtown. Los Angeles's dense street grid and heavy rideshare traffic mean cyclists often share roads with distracted or turning drivers. An attorney familiar with the local courts can guide you through the process.
Possibly. When a dangerous road condition or defective bike lane contributes to a crash, a public entity such as the city or county may be responsible, but you generally must file a written government claim within six months under Cal. Gov. Code § 911.2. These deadlines are strict, so it is important to act quickly and confirm them with an attorney.
You may still recover through the uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage on your own auto policy, which can apply to a cyclist struck by an uninsured or fleeing driver. This coverage is governed by Cal. Ins. Code § 11580.2. Given the volume of rideshare and commuter traffic on LA streets, identifying the driver quickly can also help. An attorney can review your options.
Most bicycle injury lawsuits in Los Angeles must be filed within two years of the crash under Cal. Code Civ. Proc. § 335.1. If a government entity contributed — for example, through a hazardous roadway — a six-month claim deadline applies first. Deadlines have exceptions, so confirm yours promptly with an attorney.