Motorcycle Accident Attorney Los Angeles

Riders have little protection in a crash. When a driver turns without looking or a dangerous road throws a bike down, the result is often a catastrophic injury — and then an insurance company that wants to blame the rider. Cohen Law Group represents motorcyclists across California who were seriously injured because of someone else's negligence.

Our approach is built for litigation, not volume-driven settlements. Every case is evaluated as if it may go to trial, even when early resolution is possible — because the facts of a motorcycle crash are often contested, and preparation is what answers them.

Common causes of motorcycle crashes

Many serious motorcycle crashes are caused by other drivers or by conditions the rider could not control:

• A driver turning left across the rider’s path
• Unsafe lane changes and drivers who fail to check blind spots
• Car doors opened into a rider’s path
• Rear-end collisions and following too closely
• Road hazards such as potholes, debris, and uneven pavement
• Defective motorcycle parts, such as brakes or tires

Serious injuries riders suffer

Accidents involving severe impact often result in catastrophic injuries that permanently affect a rider's life, require ongoing medical care, and limit the ability to work:

• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries, including paraplegia and quadriplegia
• Severe orthopedic injuries and fractures
• Amputations
• Severe burns and skin injuries

When the insurer blames the rider

Motorcycle claims are frequently disputed. Insurers and defense lawyers may argue that the rider was speeding, hard to see, or riding in the wrong lane position.

California follows pure comparative negligence. Even if you share some of the fault, you may still recover damages, reduced by your percentage of fault. That makes the fight over fault important: careful investigation of the scene, the vehicles, witness accounts, and any available video can answer those arguments with facts.

Who may be responsible

Depending on the circumstances, liability can fall on individuals, companies, property owners, employers, or manufacturers. In a motorcycle case, that can mean the negligent driver, a company whose employee was driving for work, the maker of a defective part, or — for dangerous road conditions — a government entity. Claims against government entities have much shorter deadlines, sometimes as little as six months.

Compensation after a motorcycle crash

Economic damages can include past and future medical expenses, lost wages, loss of earning capacity, and rehabilitation and long-term care costs. Non-economic damages can include pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. Family members may also recover for loss of consortium, emotional distress, or financial impact caused by the injury.

Why Cohen Law Group for motorcycle accident cases

• Courtroom experience where fault is contested. Associate Counsel Susan Peterson conducted more than 70 jury trials with the Contra Costa and Denver District Attorney's Offices, building a strong foundation in trial strategy, evidence presentation, and courtroom advocacy. She has since spent two decades in private practice, including personal injury work.
• Decades of complex tort litigation. Founder Jordan M. Cohen focused on complex tort litigation as an associate and partner at Levine, Steinberg & Miller, and later personally managed trials and case strategy at his own firm for ten years.
• Hablamos español. Attorney Jordan Cohen speaks Spanish and can meet with you in Spanish.

Client reviews and past outcomes do not guarantee a similar result in your matter.

What to do now

• Get medical care right away, and follow through on every referral and treatment plan.
• Photograph the scene, your motorcycle, your helmet and gear, and your injuries.
• Keep your damaged motorcycle, helmet, and gear — do not repair or throw them away until they have been documented.
• Collect names and contact information for witnesses.
• Speak with an attorney before giving a recorded statement to any insurance company.

Watch the deadline. Most California personal injury claims must be filed within two years of the injury, and claims against government entities much sooner. Acting quickly preserves evidence and your rights.

Talk with an attorney about a motorcycle accident

Consultations are free and confidential, with no obligation and no pressure. Call (310) 747-1883 to speak directly with an attorney, or request a consultation online. To learn more about the serious injury cases we handle, visit our personal injury practice.

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