Motorcycle Accident Attorneys in San Bernardino, California

1. Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys

Practice Focus: Motorcycle accidents exclusively, sportbike accidents, cruiser accidents, touring motorcycle accidents, dirt bike accidents, motorcycle vs. car collisions, motorcycle vs. truck collisions, hit-and-run motorcycle accidents, lane splitting accidents, left-turn accidents involving motorcycles, intersection motorcycle accidents, highway motorcycle accidents, wrongful death from motorcycle accidents, catastrophic injuries from motorcycle collisions, traumatic brain injuries from motorcycle crashes, spinal cord injuries from motorcycle accidents, road rash injuries

Case Types Handled: Left-turn accidents, lane change accidents, rear-end collisions with motorcycles, head-on motorcycle collisions, single-vehicle motorcycle accidents, multi-vehicle motorcycle accidents, drunk driver vs. motorcycle accidents, distracted driver vs. motorcycle accidents, road hazard accidents, pothole accidents, equipment falling from vehicles, defective motorcycle accidents, uninsured motorist motorcycle accidents, underinsured motorist motorcycle accidents

Legal Services: Negligence investigation, motorcycle accident reconstruction, witness interviews, police report analysis, insurance claim negotiation, uninsured/underinsured motorist claims, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, medical lien resolution, property damage claims, lost wage recovery, pain and suffering claims, wrongful death claims, comparative negligence arguments, bad faith insurance claims, insurance hurdle navigation, challenging unfavorable police reports

Background: Firm founded in Los Angeles metro area almost 50 years ago, focusing exclusively on motorcycle accident law longer than any other firm. Attorneys include Chuck Koro (Managing Partner), Jim Romag (Partner), and Shelby West (Attorney), all with extensive motorcycle litigation experience. Chuck Koro named to Super Lawyers, firm holds A+ BBB rating, National Trial Lawyers membership, Million and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum members, American Association for Justice members. Firm handles more San Bernardino motorcycle claims than any other firm. Attorneys are dedicated members of rider community, supporting events at Glen Helen Raceway and local rallies. Notable settlements: $22.8 million (left turn), $22 million (unsafe lane change), $20 million (equipment falling from semi), $19.4 million (blown stop sign).

Location: Based in Los Angeles with service throughout San Bernardino County

Contact: 1-800-4-BIKERS (1-800-424-5377) | https://russbrown.com/

Consultation: Free consultation, free legal advice, contingency fee arrangement

2. The Dominguez Firm

Practice Focus: Motorcycle accidents, car accidents, truck accidents, bicycle accidents, brain injuries, bus accidents, serious/catastrophic injuries, pedestrian accidents, Uber/Lyft accidents, work injuries, wrongful death, dog bites, personal injury litigation throughout Southern California

Case Types Handled: Left-turn motorcycle accidents, lane change accidents, rear-end collisions with motorcycles, head-on motorcycle collisions, multi-vehicle motorcycle accidents, drunk driver vs. motorcycle accidents, distracted driver vs. motorcycle accidents, lane splitting accidents, road hazard accidents, uninsured/underinsured motorist claims, catastrophic injury cases, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, amputations, burns, road rash, fatal motorcycle accidents

Legal Services: Negligence investigation, accident reconstruction, witness interviews, police report analysis, insurance claim negotiation, uninsured/underinsured motorist claims, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, medical lien resolution, property damage claims, lost wage recovery, pain and suffering claims, loss of enjoyment of life claims, wrongful death claims, in-house investigation team available 24/7

Background: Over 30 years of experience helping motorcycle accident victims in San Bernardino and throughout Southern California. 96% success rate for litigated cases. Over $1 billion recovered for clients. Multiple million and multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts for motorcycle accident clients. Defense attorneys and insurance companies familiar with firm’s reputation for aggressive litigation. Available to undocumented immigrants without regard to legal status. Will assist riders even if not wearing helmet (California comparative fault applies).

Location: Headquarters: 3250 Wilshire Blvd. #2200, Los Angeles; serves San Bernardino County

Contact: (800) 818-1818 | https://dominguezfirm.com/

Consultation: Free consultation, 24/7 availability, contingency fee (no fee unless you win)

3. Jacoby & Meyers Injury Lawyers

Practice Focus: Motorcycle accidents, car accidents, truck accidents, hit-and-run accidents, pedestrian accidents, broken bones, wrongful death, ridesharing accidents, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, construction accidents, dog bites, personal injury litigation throughout California

Case Types Handled: Left-turn motorcycle accidents, lane change accidents, rear-end collisions with motorcycles, head-on motorcycle collisions, multi-vehicle motorcycle accidents, drunk driver vs. motorcycle accidents, distracted driver vs. motorcycle accidents, uninsured/underinsured motorist claims, catastrophic injury cases, fatal motorcycle accidents

Legal Services: Negligence investigation, accident reconstruction, witness interviews, police report analysis, insurance claim negotiation, uninsured/underinsured motorist claims, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, medical records review, property damage claims, lost wage recovery, pain and suffering claims, mental distress claims, loss of consortium claims, loss of enjoyment of life claims, punitive damage claims (rare), wrongful death claims

Background: Over five decades of experience protecting rights of motorcycle accident victims. 14 locations throughout California including San Bernardino office at 473 E Carnegie Dr #200, San Bernardino, CA 92408. Over $2 billion recovered for clients. Known for fighting insurance company tactics including denial attempts, settlement pressure, and delay strategies. Available 24/7 for consultations.

Location: 473 E Carnegie Dr #200, San Bernardino, CA 92408

Contact: (909) 245-8920 | https://www.jacobyandmeyers.com/

Consultation: Free consultation, 24/7 hotline, contingency fee arrangement

4. West Coast Trial Lawyers

Practice Focus: Motorcycle accidents, car accidents, pedestrian accidents, premises liability, bicycle accidents, dog bites, scooter accidents, Uber and Lyft accidents, wrongful death, truck accidents, bus accidents, brain injuries, burn injuries, spinal cord injuries, food delivery accidents, lemon law, personal injury litigation

Legal Services: Negligence investigation, accident reconstruction, witness interviews, police report analysis, insurance claim negotiation, uninsured/underinsured motorist claims, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, medical records review, property damage claims, lost wage recovery, pain and suffering claims, wrongful death claims

Background: Over 60 years of collective legal experience in handling personal injury cases. Over $1 billion recovered in settlements for clients. Ranked as one of the top personal injury law firms in San Bernardino. San Bernardino office available for local consultations. Also serves Los Angeles, Irvine, Long Beach, San Francisco, Newport Beach, Woodland Hills, Sacramento, Beverly Hills, Pasadena, San Diego, and other California locations, plus Nevada, Arizona, and Washington.

Location: San Bernardino, CA (multiple California locations)

Contact: (909) 787-2178 | [email protected] | https://westcoasttriallawyers.com/

Consultation: Free case evaluation, 24/7 availability, contingency fee (no fees until you win)

5. Lerner Moore Silva Cunningham & Rubel

Practice Focus: Motorcycle accidents, car accidents, truck accidents, bus accidents, pedestrian accidents, hit-and-run accidents, big rig accidents, product liability, personal injury, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Uber/Lyft accidents, workers’ compensation, wrongful death

Case Types Handled: Left-turn motorcycle accidents, lane change accidents, rear-end collisions with motorcycles, head-on motorcycle collisions, multi-vehicle motorcycle accidents, drunk driver vs. motorcycle accidents, distracted driver vs. motorcycle accidents, speeding accidents, improper lane change accidents, road hazard accidents, debris accidents, pothole accidents, uneven pavement accidents, uninsured/underinsured motorist claims, catastrophic injury cases, fatal motorcycle accidents

Legal Services: Negligence investigation, accident reconstruction, evidence gathering (police reports, skid marks, traffic camera footage, witness statements), insurance claim negotiation, uninsured/underinsured motorist claims, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, medical records review, property damage claims, lost wage recovery, pain and suffering claims, wrongful death claims

Background: Experienced personal injury and workers’ compensation attorneys serving San Bernardino County, Ontario, Victorville, Hesperia, Apple Valley, Fontana, Rancho Cucamonga, Colton, and Riverside County. Two office locations for client convenience: Ontario office at 3333 Concours St, Bldg #4 Suite 4203, Ontario, CA 91764; Victorville office at 15437 Anacapa Rd Suite #9, Victorville, CA 92392. Spanish-speaking services available (Se Habla Español).

Location: Ontario Office: 3333 Concours St, Bldg #4 Suite 4203, Ontario, CA 91764; Victorville Office: 15437 Anacapa Rd Suite #9, Victorville, CA 92392

Contact: (909) 889-1131 | https://injuryatwork.com/

Consultation: Free consultation, Spanish-speaking services available

Road Hazard Claims, Public Entity Deadlines and Helmets in San Bernardino Motorcycle Crashes

A pothole, debris or a defective road surface can bring down a San Bernardino rider with no other vehicle involved. A claim against the public entity responsible for the road has its own liability test, its own required contents and its own deadlines.

The Liability Test

Except as provided by statute, Government Code § 835 makes a public entity liable for injury caused by a dangerous condition of its property if the property was dangerous at the time of injury, the condition proximately caused the injury and created a reasonably foreseeable risk of that kind of injury, and either an employee’s negligent or wrongful act within the scope of employment created it or the entity had actual or constructive notice in time to protect against it.

What the Claim Must Contain

Government Code § 910 requires the claimant’s name and post office address, the address for notices, the date, place and other circumstances of the occurrence, a general description of the injury, the name of the public employee if known, and either the amount claimed if under $10,000 or, above that, whether the claim would be a limited civil case.

The Deadlines

Under Government Code § 911.2, a claim for personal injury is due within six months after accrual. Under § 945.6, suit is due within six months after a written rejection notice is personally delivered or mailed, or within two years from accrual if no notice is given.

Helmets

Vehicle Code § 27803 requires the driver and any passenger on a motorcycle operated on the highways to wear a safety helmet meeting § 27802, fastened with its straps and fitting securely.

San Bernardino Motorcycle Accident Questions

Can I recover if I was partly at fault?

Yes. Li v. Yellow Cab Co. (1975) adopted pure comparative negligence. For example, imagine $100,000 in damages and 30 percent of the fault on the rider: the recovery would be $70,000.

What must a driver who hits a rider do at the scene?

Under Vehicle Code §§ 20001 and 20003, a driver in a crash that injures or kills someone must stop, give name, current residence address, registration number and the owner’s name and address, show a driver’s license on request, and render reasonable assistance to anyone injured.

How long do I have to sue the other driver?

Two years under Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1 for injury or death caused by another’s wrongful act or neglect.