Los Angeles Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
In California, road sharing is the law. It is therefore legal for a motorcyclist to travel between two other vehicles in two adjacent lanes (lane splitting). However, as with all driving behaviors, the motorcycle rider has a duty to exercise sound judgment when on the road.
If you have been injured in a serious motorcycle accident while you were lane splitting, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses and suffering. Abel & Abel, LLP has a long record of success in cases involving motorcycle accidents, car accidents and other acts of negligence. We will fight to secure the compensation you need and deserve.
Please call us at 1-877-WE BATTLE (932-2885) to schedule a consultation. A lawyer at our firm can examine the circumstances of the accident and discuss the prospects of your case.
These Are Fact-Intensive Cases
While lane splitting under normal driving conditions is legal in California, the motorcycle rider must do so in a responsible and reasonable manner. The degree to which you have acted responsibly is of course, subject to interpretation. If you are found to have contributed to the accident, your compensation may be reduced or you may not be able to recover at all. Determining the facts behind the accident is thus a very important step in the legal process.
Abel & Abel, LLP will investigate and review every aspect of the accident and the events leading up to it. In this effort, the statements of witnesses and examinations of the accident scene are critical. However, you must act quickly as witnesses’ memories may fade or the accident scene may be altered. Please call Abel & Abel as soon as possible in the wake of a lane splitting accident. We can take action to identify witnesses, collect the facts and analyze the cause of the accident.
Overcoming Bias Against Motorcycle Riders
Lane splitting can intimidate or annoy other motorists. In fact, this resentment can perhaps lead to negative attitudes and/or tainted testimony on the part of either defendants or witnesses. We understand and appreciate the motorcycle riding experience and will work hard to uncover true and unbiased evidence in support of your case.
We have extensive experience in motorcycle accident cases of all types and will work to prepare and develop a strong and convincing case. Lane splitting may lead to a serious accident, but you still have rights. Abel & Abel, LLP will work to protect your right to obtain compensation and to maximize your compensation.
To schedule a free consultation with a motorcycle accident attorney at Abel & Abel, LLP, please call 1-877-WE BATTLE (932-2885) toll-free or contact us online. In order to better serve you our firm has offices in Los Angeles, Irvine, and Westlake, CA.
At Abel & Abel, LLP, we represent personal injury clients on a contingency basis, meaning you owe no attorney fees unless we recover for you. We offer reduced contingency fees to veterans.
More information on lane splitting, motorcycle safety, and other bike riding topics can be found at the links on our Resources page.
