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Personal Injury
Oakland Bicycle Accident Attorney
Were you hurt in a bicycle crash on Oakland’s streets? At Wilshire Law Firm — an award-winning, nationally recognized team — our attorneys help injured cyclists across the East Bay pursue compensation. Contact us 24/7 for a free case review with a legal professional — there are no fees unless you get paid.
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Understanding Your 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 recovered billions for injured people across California. Our attorneys investigate your crash, gather the evidence, and handle every conversation with the insurance companies while you focus on recovery. We give each client personalized attention, and there are no fees unless you get paid.
Take these steps to protect your health and your claim: (1) seek medical attention immediately, even if injuries seem minor; (2) call the police so a report documents the crash; (3) photograph the scene, your bike, the vehicle, and your injuries; (4) get the driver's insurance information and witness contacts; and (5) speak with a bicycle accident lawyer before giving a recorded statement to any insurer. Learn more about your options with a free case review.
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 specific losses during a free case review.
Most Oakland bicycle crashes trace back to preventable driver negligence. The leading causes we see include distracted driving, unsafe left and right turns, failure to yield, dooring (opening a car door into a cyclist's path), speeding, and drivers who violate California's Three Feet for Safety Act (Vehicle Code §21760) when passing. Busy corridors such as International Boulevard, San Pablo Avenue, and Telegraph Avenue, and the freeway approaches to Interstates 880, 580, and 980, see frequent collisions.
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). If a government entity is involved — for example, a dangerous roadway or a public vehicle — you generally must file an administrative claim within six months. Because missing a deadline can end your case, it is best to speak with a legal professional early.
Meet Our Bicycle Accident Attorneys
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Our award-winning attorneys have recovered billions for clients while taking on insurance companies and major corporations.
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
Alivia E. Abreu, Esq.Partner
Shervin G. Ghanoongooi, Esq.Partner
Christopher Goodroe, Esq.Partner
Nathan A. GuestPartner and Trial Attorney
Brian M. Jacobson, Esq.Partner
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Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Each case is unique and evaluated on its own facts.
How Do I Know If I Have an Oakland Bicycle Accident Claim?
Three factors determine whether you have a valid bicycle accident claim — fault, damages, and proof. Fault means a driver's negligence caused the crash; under California Vehicle Code §21200, cyclists have the same rights and duties as motorists, and a driver who violates them may be liable. Damages are your losses, such as medical bills, lost wages, and a damaged bike. Proof includes police reports, photos, and witness statements. California's statute of limitations applies, so contact Wilshire Law Firm for a free case evaluation.
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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 Oakland is generally filed in the Alameda County Superior Court. Oakland's role as a major port and logistics center puts heavy freight traffic on corridors like the I-880 and I-580, where cyclists can be especially vulnerable near truck routes. An attorney familiar with the local court can help.
In California, bicyclists generally have most of the same rights and responsibilities as drivers, and motorists must share the road and pass safely. When a driver breaches those duties and injures a cyclist, a personal injury claim usually follows. The specific Vehicle Code provisions on cyclist rights should be confirmed by 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. An attorney can review your policy and help identify the driver where possible.
Yes. Under California's pure comparative negligence rule from Li v. Yellow Cab Co., an injured cyclist can recover even when partially at fault, with the award reduced by their percentage of responsibility. Drivers often try to blame the cyclist, so strong evidence is important.