Motorcycle Accident Lawyer San Bernardino

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No-fee-unless-we-win personal injury representation across California. We handle car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, slip and fall injuries, dog bites, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and catastrophic injuries.

California Personal Injury Law

California follows pure comparative negligence (Civil Code). Two-year statute of limitations for personal injury, three years for property damage. We fight insurance companies to maximize your compensation.

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Where representation is offered on a contingency basis there is no attorney fee unless we recover, and the firm advances case costs — filing fees, expert witnesses and medical records — which are then repaid out of any recovery. If there is no recovery, you owe no attorney fee. The specific terms that apply to a matter are set out in the written fee agreement for that matter.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do after a motorcycle accident in San Bernardino?

After a San Bernardino motorcycle accident: (1) Call 911 for San Bernardino Police or CHP if on I-10/I-215, (2) Get immediate medical attention even for minor injuries, (3) Document with photos of your motorcycle, other vehicle, road conditions, and injuries, (4) Exchange insurance but NEVER admit fault, (5) Get witness contact info, (6) Request police report number, (7) Contact a San Bernardino motorcycle lawyer before speaking with insurance adjusters. California has a 2-year statute of limitations.

How much are San Bernardino motorcycle accident settlements worth?

What a claim is actually worth turns on the documented medical course and prognosis, proven lost earnings, the share of fault attributed to the claimant, and the insurance limits available to pay a judgment. Minor injuries settle for $50,000-$135,000. Moderate injuries requiring surgery settle for $150,000-$425,000. Catastrophic injuries (TBI, spinal cord damage, amputation) often exceed $750,000. San Bernardino County juries award substantial verdicts.

How long do I have to file a motorcycle accident lawsuit in California?

California has a 2-year statute of limitations for motorcycle accident personal injury claims from the accident date. Property damage claims have 3 years. Claims against government entities (San Bernardino city vehicles, Omnitrans buses, Caltrans road defects on I-10/I-215) require administrative claims within 6 months. Missing these deadlines bars your claim forever.

Does California require motorcycle insurance?

Yes. California requires motorcycle liability insurance: $15,000 per person injury/death, $30,000 per accident, $5,000 property damage. These minimums are inadequate for serious injuries. We recommend uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage of at least $100,000/$300,000. San Bernardino has high uninsured driver rates. Medical payments (MedPay) covers immediate medical expenses.

Can I recover compensation if I was lane splitting?

Yes. Lane splitting is legal in California when done safely per Vehicle Code 21658.1 and CHP guidelines. Safe lane splitting at moderate speeds is not negligence. However, unsafe lane splitting (excessive speed, poor visibility) can reduce recovery as comparative negligence. Even if partially at fault, California's pure comparative negligence allows recovery reduced by your fault percentage.

Where should I go for treatment after a San Bernardino motorcycle accident?

Top trauma centers include: (1) Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (Level II Trauma) - 400 N Pepper Avenue - San Bernardino County's primary trauma center, (2) Loma Linda University Medical Center (Level I) - 11234 Anderson Street - Inland Empire's only Level I, (3) St. Bernardine Medical Center - 2101 N Waterman Avenue - comprehensive emergency care. Always seek immediate medical attention.

What compensation can I recover in a San Bernardino motorcycle case?

San Bernardino motorcycle victims can recover: (1) Medical expenses - ER, surgery, hospitalization, rehabilitation, future care, equipment, (2) Lost wages and earning capacity, (3) Property damage to motorcycle and gear, (4) Pain and suffering, (5) Emotional distress and PTSD, (6) Permanent disability and disfigurement, (7) Loss of enjoyment of life, (8) Loss of consortium. Wrongful death claims include funeral expenses and loss of support.

How much does a San Bernardino motorcycle lawyer cost?

San Bernardino motorcycle lawyers work on contingency - you pay NOTHING upfront and owe no fees unless we win. Typical contingency fees are 33-40% of settlement/verdict. No hourly charges, no retainers, no out-of-pocket expenses for investigation, experts, or filing fees. If we don't recover compensation, you owe nothing. Free consultations available.

What causes most motorcycle accidents in San Bernardino?

Common causes include: (1) Left-turn violations - cars turning left in front of motorcycles (35-40% of crashes), (2) Unsafe lane changes on I-10/I-215, (3) Following too closely, (4) Distracted driving, (5) Speeding, (6) DUI/impaired driving, (7) Road hazards and poor maintenance. We prove negligence through police reports, witnesses, reconstruction, and Vehicle Code violations.

What makes San Bernardino roads dangerous for motorcyclists?

San Bernardino presents unique hazards: (1) I-10/I-215 heavy truck traffic serving Inland Empire logistics, (2) High-speed freeway corridors, (3) Urban streets with heavy traffic, (4) Above-average DUI rates, (5) Road maintenance issues from budget constraints, (6) Extreme summer heat causing mechanical failures. Our San Bernardino attorneys understand these local hazards and how to prove negligence.

Contact Trembach Law Firm

Trembach Law Firm, APC

27001 Agoura Road, Suite 350, Calabasas, CA 91301

Phone: (818) 514-7680

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