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# *Los Angeles Motorcycle Accident Attorney*

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## Los Angeles Motorcycle Accident Attorneys: Fighting for Injured Riders

A motorcycle accident on the busy streets of Los Angeles can change your life in seconds. Riders face a much higher risk of serious injury than people in cars, and the road to recovery is rarely simple, especially when [California traffic safety data](https://www.ots.ca.gov/) shows just how often these crashes turn deadly.

At Cohen & Marzban, our experienced Los Angeles motorcycle accident attorneys understand the unique challenges injured bikers face and the tactics insurance companies use to minimize payouts. Backed by advanced knowledge of California motorcycle laws, more than 40 years of combined experience, and over $2 billion recovered, our motorcycle accident lawyers in Los Angeles fight tirelessly to secure the maximum compensation you deserve, so you can focus on healing.

## Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Los Angeles

Understanding the common causes of motorcycle accidents can help raise awareness and promote safer riding practices. As your trusted motorcycle accident attorney in Los Angeles, our team investigates every contributing factor to identify all liable parties.

- **Distracted driving:** Drivers who are texting, talking on the phone, eating, or adjusting their GPS are less likely to notice motorcyclists, increasing the risk of collisions.
- **Left-turn accidents:** Drivers making left turns often fail to yield the right-of-way to oncoming motorcyclists, leading to devastating T-bone collisions.
- **Lane splitting:** While legal in California, it requires caution and awareness from both drivers and motorcyclists.
- **Speeding:** Excessive speed reduces reaction time and increases the severity of motorcycle accidents.
- **Reckless driving:** Behaviors such as tailgating, weaving through traffic, and disregarding traffic signals increase the risk of collisions.
- **Unsafe lane changes:** Drivers who fail to check their blind spots or signal properly before changing lanes can cut off motorcyclists, leading to dangerous accidents.
- **Driving under the influence:** Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs impairs judgment, coordination, and reaction time, significantly increasing the risk of collision.
- **Road hazards:** Potholes, debris, uneven pavement, oil spills, and other road hazards can cause motorcyclists to lose control, leading to crashes and serious injuries.
- **Inexperienced riders:** Inexperienced riders may be more susceptible to accidents due to a lack of familiarity with motorcycle handling, traffic laws, and road conditions.
- **Motorcycle defects:** In some cases, motorcycle accidents are caused by defective parts or faulty manufacturing, leading to mechanical failures and loss of control.

## What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident in Los Angeles

The steps you take in the hours and days after a motorcycle crash can make or break your personal injury claim. Here's what every injured rider should do to protect their health and their right to compensation.

- **Seek medical attention right away.** Adrenaline can mask the symptoms of internal bleeding, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal damage. A full medical evaluation also creates the documentation your claim depends on.
- **Report the accident to law enforcement.** Under California law, you must stop, exchange information, and report any crash involving injury or significant property damage. Always request a copy of the police report.
- **Document the accident scene.** If you are physically able, photograph the vehicles, your injuries, skid marks, road conditions, traffic signs, and weather. Collect contact information from any witnesses.
- **Do not give a recorded statement to the insurance company.** Insurance adjusters are trained to use your own words against you. Speak with a motorcycle accident lawyer in Los Angeles before saying anything on the record.
- **Contact Cohen & Marzban as soon as possible.** Evidence disappears quickly. Surveillance footage gets overwritten, witnesses become harder to locate, and skid marks fade. The sooner we begin our investigation, the stronger your case will be.

## Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries

Motorcyclists don't have much protection. Even if they wear a helmet, they are particularly susceptible to severe injuries in an accident, including:

No matter how serious your injury is, our experienced Los Angeles motorcycle accident lawyers are ready to fight for compensation on your behalf.

## Key California Motorcycle Laws That Affect Your Case

Understanding the laws that govern motorcycle accident claims in California is critical to protecting your right to compensation. Our motorcycle accident attorneys in Los Angeles regularly counter insurance company arguments that misapply these rules.

## Insurance Company Tactics Used Against Injured Motorcyclists

Insurance companies are for-profit businesses, and their primary goal is to pay as little as possible. Knowing the most common tactics adjusters use against motorcycle accident victims helps you avoid traps that could destroy your claim.

- **Rushing a lowball settlement.** Insurers often present an offer within days of the crash, before you know the full extent of your injuries. Accepting it usually waives your right to additional compensation later.
- **Exploiting the "reckless biker" stereotype.** Adjusters and defense attorneys routinely portray motorcyclists as inherently reckless to shift blame onto the rider and reduce the payout.
- **Using your recorded statement against you.** Anything you say to an adjuster can be twisted into an admission of fault. Always speak with our skilled motorcycle accident lawyers in Los Angeles, CA, before giving any recorded statement.
- **Blaming the rider for not wearing a helmet or for lane splitting.** Even when these factors had nothing to do with the cause of the crash, insurers use them to argue comparative fault. Our skilled motorcycle accident lawyers will use our advanced knowledge to counter these arguments with hard evidence.

## How Our Motorcycle Accident Lawyers Can Help

The experienced legal team at Cohen & Marzban is dedicated to providing comprehensive support and aggressive representation for injured motorcyclists. Here's how our exceptional motorcycle accident lawyers in Los Angeles can help you navigate the complexities of a motorcycle accident claim:

## Compensation You Can Recover After a Motorcycle Crash

Our Los Angeles motorcycle accident attorneys pursue every category of damages available under California law, so injured riders are not left covering costs caused by someone else's negligence.

Punitive damages may also be available in cases involving drunk driving or extreme reckless conduct, designed to punish the wrongdoer and deter similar behavior.

### Investigating

We will conduct a thorough investigation into the accident, leaving no stone unturned. This includes visiting the accident scene, reviewing police reports and witness statements, examining medical records, and consulting with accident reconstruction experts to determine the cause of the accident and identify all liable parties.

### Gathering Evidence

Building a strong case requires compelling evidence. We will meticulously gather all relevant evidence, including photos and videos of the accident scene, damage to your motorcycle, your injuries, and any contributing factors such as road conditions or traffic signals. We will also obtain witness testimonies and expert opinions to support your claim.

### Negotiating with Insurance Companies

Dealing with insurance companies can be frustrating and overwhelming. Our skilled negotiators will handle all communication and negotiations with insurance adjusters, protecting your rights and fighting for a fair settlement that covers the full extent of your damages.

### Litigating

If the insurance company refuses to offer a fair settlement, we are prepared to take your case to court. Our experienced lawyers will aggressively advocate for your rights before a judge and jury, presenting a compelling case to secure the compensation you deserve.

### Maximizing Compensation

We will explore all available avenues of compensation, including medical expenses (past and future), lost wages, loss of earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, motorcycle repair or replacement, and punitive damages in cases of gross negligence.

### Lane Splitting in California

California is the only state that explicitly legalizes lane splitting under [Vehicle Code § 21658.1](https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH&sectionNum=21658.1). The California Highway Patrol advises motorcyclists to split lanes only when surrounding traffic moves at safe, moderate speeds. Even when performed legally, insurance companies routinely try to blame the lane-splitting rider, a tactic our experienced motorcycle accident lawyers know how to defeat.

### California Helmet Law

Under [Vehicle Code § 27803](https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH&sectionNum=27803), all riders and passengers must wear a DOT-approved helmet. Riding without one does not bar your claim, but it may reduce compensation for head injuries under comparative fault rules. Injuries to other parts of the body remain fully recoverable.

### Pure Comparative Fault

California applies a pure comparative negligence rule. Even if you are found partially at fault for the crash, you can still recover damages reduced by your share of responsibility. Insurance companies aggressively exploit this rule to lower payouts, which is why thorough accident reconstruction is essential.

### Statute of Limitations

Under [California Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1](https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CCP&sectionNum=335.1), you generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Claims against a government entity for unsafe road conditions must be filed within six months under [Government Code § 911.2](https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?sectionNum=911.2.&lawCode=GOV). Missing these deadlines can permanently bar you from compensation.

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### Economic Damages

These cover the financial losses you can document:

- Current and future medical expenses, including emergency care, surgery, hospitalization, rehabilitation, and assistive devices;
- Lost wages during your recovery;
- Loss of future earning capacity if injuries cause permanent disability;
- Property damage to your motorcycle, helmet, and riding gear;
- Out-of-pocket expenses related to the crash.

### Non-Economic Damages

These compensate for losses that are real but harder to quantify:

- Pain and suffering;
- Emotional distress, anxiety, and PTSD;
- Loss of enjoyment of life;
- Permanent scarring or disfigurement;
- Loss of consortium for your spouse.

### [Head and Brain Injuries](https://losangelespersonalinjury.attorney/practice-areas/brain-injury-accidents)

Head injuries are common in motorcycle accidents and can range from concussions to traumatic brain injuries.

### [Spinal Cord Injuries](https://losangelespersonalinjury.attorney/practice-areas/spinal-cord-injury)

These injuries can result in paralysis and require extensive medical treatment and long-term care.

### Road Rash

Abrasions and friction burns caused by sliding on pavement can be painful and lead to permanent scarring.

### Fractures and Broken Bones

The impact of a motorcycle accident can easily cause broken bones, often requiring surgery and rehabilitation.

### Internal Injuries

Internal organ damage and internal bleeding can be life-threatening and require immediate medical attention.

### [Amputations](https://losangelespersonalinjury.attorney/practice-areas/amputation)

In severe cases, motorcycle accidents can lead to limb amputations.

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Our motorcycle accident lawyers in Los Angeles proudly serve injured riders throughout Los Angeles County and surrounding communities, including:

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[714 W Olympic Blvd STE 631, Los Angeles, CA 90015, United States](https://maps.app.goo.gl/4tZzuCnAsaMXv4yE6)

(213) 513-6701

- Downtown Los Angeles Office
- Our downtown office serves the heart of the city, including communities like
- Echo Park, Silver Lake, Koreatown, and Boyle Heights.

[12121 Wilshire Blvd Suite 103, Los Angeles, CA 90025, United States](https://maps.app.goo.gl/SVXjRJmXJwZfTnnx6)

(213) 682-3452

- Westside Los Angeles Office
- From our Westside office, we help clients in
- Santa Monica, Venice, Westwood, Beverly Hills, Culver City, and surrounding areas.

[225 S Lake Ave STE 300, Pasadena, CA 91101, United States](https://maps.app.goo.gl/8mTZkfFFBE1yH5Jo8)

(213) 325-1072

- Pasadena Office
- Our Pasadena office works with clients in the
- San Gabriel Valley, Altadena, Glendale, and Burbank.

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(213) 772-3952

- Encino Office
- Our Encino office caters to clients in the
- San Fernando Valley, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, North Hollywood, and nearby communities.

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## FAQ

FAQs

California law requires all motorcyclists to wear helmets. However, even if you weren’t wearing a helmet, you may still be entitled to compensation for your injuries.

- What if I wasn’t wearing a helmet at the time of the accident?

We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no upfront fees and only pay if we win your case.

- How much does it cost to hire a motorcycle accident lawyer?

California follows a comparative negligence rule, meaning you can still recover compensation even if you were partially at fault. However, your compensation would be reduced in proportion to your percentage of fault.

- What if I was partially at fault for the accident?

The California statute of limitations for personal injury claims is generally two years from the date of the accident. However, there may be exceptions to this deadline, so it’s important to speak with a motorcycle accident lawyer as soon as possible.

- How long do I have to file a motorcycle accident claim?

## Contact Our Los Angeles Motorcycle Accident Attorneys Today

If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident, contact Cohen & Marzban today for a free consultation. Our experienced motorcycle accident lawyers in Los Angeles will fight for your rights and help you get the compensation you deserve. Available 24/7 — no fees unless we win.

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