{"id":18195,"date":"2026-07-27T15:26:31","date_gmt":"2026-07-27T22:26:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/attorneyoscar.com\/?page_id=18195"},"modified":"2026-07-27T15:29:27","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T22:29:27","slug":"motorcycle-crashes","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/attorneyoscar.com\/es\/personal-injury-lawyer\/motorcycle-crashes\/","title":{"rendered":"Accidentes de Motocicleta"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.375rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"8:1-8:77;436-512\">Attorney for Motorcycle Accidents in Los Angeles &amp; San Bernardino Counties<\/h1>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"10:1-10:718;514-1231\">Motorcyclists face a level of risk drivers in enclosed vehicles do not. There is no frame, no airbag, and no seatbelt between a rider and the road, so even a minor collision can leave someone seriously hurt. Some crashes trace back to driver negligence, visibility disputes, or unsafe road conditions. Others get complicated further by lane splitting, an impaired driver, or a defective motorcycle. The Law Firm of Oscar A. Ischiu, Esq. represents injured motorcyclists in Los Angeles and San Bernardino, working through who was at fault and what the case is worth. If you or someone you love was hurt in a motorcycle accident, call today to speak with an attorney who takes these cases seriously from the first call.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"12:1-12:76;1233-1308\">Leading Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Los Angeles and San Bernardino<\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"14:1-14:81;1310-1390\">Motorcycle crashes rarely come down to one simple cause. Common factors include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"16:1-22:42;1392-1717\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"16:1-16:69;1392-1460\">Drivers failing to see a motorcycle in traffic or at intersections<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"17:1-17:42;1461-1502\">Unsafe lane changes into a rider&#8217;s path<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"18:1-18:24;1503-1526\">Following too closely<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"19:1-19:28;1527-1554\">Drunk or impaired driving<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"20:1-20:67;1555-1621\">Disputes over lane splitting between the rider and other drivers<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"21:1-21:54;1622-1675\">Poor road conditions, including potholes and debris<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"22:1-22:42;1676-1717\">Defective motorcycle parts or equipment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"24:1-24:230;1719-1948\">At The Law Firm of Oscar A. Ischiu, Esq., we look past the police report to understand exactly how a crash happened, whether the fault lies with another driver, a road hazard, or a manufacturer, and we build the case accordingly.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"26:1-26:37;1950-1986\">Injuries in a Motorcycle Accident<\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"28:1-28:215;1988-2202\">A motorcycle offers no frame, airbag, or seatbelt to absorb the force of a crash, which is why motorcycle accident injuries tend to be more severe than injuries from a typical car accident. Common injuries include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"30:1-36:15;2204-2424\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"30:1-30:35;2204-2238\">Road rash and severe lacerations<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"31:1-31:45;2239-2283\">Broken bones, including compound fractures<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"32:1-32:45;2284-2328\">Head injuries and traumatic brain injuries<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"33:1-33:23;2329-2351\">Spinal cord injuries<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"34:1-34:20;2352-2371\">Internal injuries<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"35:1-35:38;2372-2409\">Permanent scarring or disfigurement<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"36:1-36:15;2410-2424\">Loss of limb<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"38:1-38:231;2426-2656\">A personal injury claim can cover medical bills, lost wages, and diminished earning capacity if the injuries affect the rider&#8217;s ability to work, along with pain and suffering and the broader impact the crash has had on daily life.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"40:1-40:64;2658-2721\">After a Motorcycle Accident in Los Angeles or San Bernardino<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"42:1-48:106;2723-3467\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"42:1-42:82;2723-2804\">Get to a safe location if you are able to move, and call 911 if anyone is hurt.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"43:1-43:70;2805-2874\">Call the police to the scene and get a copy of the accident report.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"44:1-44:100;2875-2974\">Exchange information with the other driver, including insurance details and license plate number.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"45:1-45:107;2975-3081\">Take photos of the bike, the road conditions, and the crash site before anything is moved or cleaned up.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"46:1-46:164;3082-3245\">Get a medical exam within a day or two, even if you feel able to walk away. Some injuries, especially head and internal injuries, don&#8217;t show symptoms right away.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"47:1-47:116;3246-3361\">Avoid giving a recorded statement to any insurance company, including your own, before speaking with an attorney.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"48:1-48:106;3362-3467\">Call a motorcycle accident attorney who can start building your case while the evidence is still fresh.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"50:1-50:53;3469-3521\">Get the Help You Need After a Motorcycle Accident<\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"52:1-52:294;3523-3816\">For help after a motorcycle accident in Los Angeles or San Bernardino County, call The Law Firm of Oscar A. Ischiu, Esq. at our offices in West Covina, Ontario or Monrovia. We only charge a fee after we recover for you, and we speak both English and Spanish. Call now for immediate assistance.<\/p>\n<pre class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"54:1-57:4;3818-4163\">[START_FAQ] Q: What makes motorcycle accident claims different from other injury claims? A: Motorcycle crashes tend to produce more severe injuries, and the claims that follow often turn on visibility disputes, road conditions, and driver behavior. Lane splitting, a drunk driver, or a defective motorcycle can add another layer to the case.\r\n---\r\nQ: Can lane splitting affect my case? A: It can, depending on how the crash happened. Lane splitting puts the rider's conduct under scrutiny alongside the other driver's, so the traffic conditions and available evidence both matter.\r\n---\r\nQ: What should I document after a motorcycle crash? A: The medical care you received, the damage to the bike, the road conditions, and any witnesses. Proving exactly how the crash happened, and how the injuries have affected you since, is central to recovering full compensation.\r\n---\r\nQ: Should I talk to the insurance company before calling a lawyer? A: It's best to avoid giving a recorded statement until you've spoken with an attorney. Insurance companies look to minimize what they pay, and anything you say early on can be used against your claim.\r\n---\r\nQ: Does The Law Firm of Oscar A. Ischiu, Esq. handle motorcycle accident cases? A: Yes. Call our West Covina, Ontario, or Monrovia office for a consultation in English or Spanish. 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