{"id":1123,"date":"2026-10-21T01:43:23","date_gmt":"2026-10-21T01:43:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/34-138-224-95.nip.io\/motorcycle-accident-lawyer\/motorcycle-accident-attorneys-fresno\/"},"modified":"2026-10-24T08:33:11","modified_gmt":"2026-10-24T08:33:11","slug":"motorcycle-accident-attorneys-fresno","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/motorcycle-accident-lawyer\/motorcycle-accident-attorneys-fresno\/","title":{"rendered":"Colvin Accident Lawyers, Bakersfield: Motorcycle Accident Cases for Fresno Residents"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-70 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"An investigator in a fleece jacket and gloves photographs a crushed motorcycle front end in a fenced impound lot, with an evidence tag on the\" src=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/an-investigator-in-a-fleece-jacket-and-gloves-photographs-a-photo-24.jpg\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\"><a href=\"\/resources\/motorcycle-accident-lawyer\/\">Motorcycle Accident Lawyer<\/a>s | Bakersfield, Serving Fresno Residents<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Injured in a Motorcycle Crash? Talk With Colvin Accident Lawyers<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Colvin Accident Lawyers, based in Bakersfield, represents motorcycle riders and their families in Fresno and throughout Kern County after serious crashes. Your first consultation is free, confidential, and comes with no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+16616161177\">Get a Free Case Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">Get a Free Case Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Donald Norman Colvin \u00b7 Published October 20, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n<h2>Fresno Motorcycle Accident Attorneys | Colvin<\/h2>\n<p>Injured riders, passengers, and families of riders killed in crashes often need motorcycle accident attorneys Fresno residents can call for clear answers. Colvin Accident Lawyers is a personal injury firm based in Bakersfield, California. It helps accident victims and families in Fresno, Visalia, Delano, Tehachapi, Lancaster, and Palmdale.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a motorcycle crash left you hurt or took a loved one, you may have a claim, and you don&#x27;t have to deal with the insurance calls alone. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+16616161177\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/three-motorcycle-riders-after-a-crash-on-a-muddy-track-in-ba-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Three motorcycle riders after a crash on a muddy track in Bandung, Indonesia.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Who a Motorcycle Accident Attorney Helps and What the Service Covers<\/h2>\n<p>A motorcycle accident attorney represents people hurt in a motorcycle crash and families who lose a rider. Colvin Accident Lawyers handles these cases, along with car, truck, bus, bicycle, pedestrian, dog bite, premises liability, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death matters.<\/p>\n<p>Many motorcycle crashes involve:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A car, truck, or bus turning across a rider&#8217;s path<\/li>\n<li>A driver changing lanes into a motorcycle&#8217;s space<\/li>\n<li>A pedestrian or other road user who steps into the rider&#8217;s path<\/li>\n<li>Road conditions that cause a rider to lose control<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The work after the crash includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Investigating how the crash happened<\/li>\n<li>Collecting police and medical records<\/li>\n<li>Communicating with insurers<\/li>\n<li>Valuing damages and negotiating<\/li>\n<li>Filing a lawsuit when a claim cannot be resolved without one<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How Fault Is Decided in Fresno Motorcycle Accident Claims<\/h2>\n<p>Fault in motorcycle crashes often comes from:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Left turns across a rider&#8217;s path<\/li>\n<li>Right-of-way mistakes at intersections<\/li>\n<li>Following too closely<\/li>\n<li>Distracted driving<\/li>\n<li>Lane changes into a motorcycle&#8217;s space<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When more than one party is at fault, <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CIV&amp;sectionNum=1431.2.\">Civil Code \u00a7 1431.2<\/a> limits each defendant&#8217;s share of non-economic damages to its own percentage of fault.<\/p>\n<p>California helmet rules matter too. <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH&amp;sectionNum=27803.\">Vehicle Code \u00a7 27803<\/a> requires a driver and any passenger to wear a safety helmet when riding on a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, or motorized bicycle operated on the highways, and it is unlawful to operate or ride as a passenger without one. The section does not apply to a person operating, or riding as a passenger in, a fully enclosed three-wheeled motor vehicle that meets its listed requirements. How a helmet question affects a claim depends on the facts of the crash.<\/p>\n<p>Police reports, witness statements, photos, and vehicle damage all help show what happened.<\/p>\n<h2>Injuries, Damages, and Wrongful Death Claims<\/h2>\n<p>A motorcycle injury claim covers losses you can document and harm that is harder to measure. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CIV&amp;sectionNum=1431.2.\">Civil Code \u00a7 1431.2<\/a>, economic losses are objectively verifiable, such as medical bills and lost wages. Non-economic losses are subjective, such as pain, emotional distress, and loss of companionship.<\/p>\n<p>Common motorcycle injuries include road rash, fractures, spinal injuries, traumatic brain injury, and amputations. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ninds.nih.gov\/health-information\/disorders\/spinal-cord-injury\">National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke<\/a> provides general information about spinal cord injuries. The <a href=\"http:\/\/acl.gov\/programs\/post-injury-support\/traumatic-brain-injury-tbi\">Administration for Community Living<\/a> states that a motorcycle crash can cause traumatic brain injury, including severe brain damage.<\/p>\n<p>Soft-tissue and concussion injuries can be harder to prove. Consistent treatment and clear medical records help show how the injury affects daily life.<\/p>\n<p>For wrongful death, <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CCP&amp;sectionNum=377.60.\">Code of Civil Procedure \u00a7 377.60<\/a> lets a surviving spouse, domestic partner, children, or issue of deceased children bring the claim, or, if there is no surviving issue, the persons who would inherit the decedent&#8217;s property by intestate succession; the decedent&#8217;s personal representative may bring it on their behalf. Certain dependents, including parents and stepchildren, may also qualify.<\/p>\n<p>The general limit is set by <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CCP&amp;sectionNum=335.1.\">Code of Civil Procedure \u00a7 335.1<\/a>, which sets a two-year limit for actions for injury or death. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CCP&amp;sectionNum=335.1.\">Cal. Code Civ. Proc. \u00a7 335.1<\/a>, an action for assault, battery, or injury to, or for the death of, an individual caused by the wrongful act or neglect of another must be brought within two years.<\/p>\n<p>If a public entity may be involved, <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=GOV&amp;sectionNum=911.2.\">Government Code \u00a7 911.2<\/a> requires a claim for death or personal injury to be presented within six months after it accrues.<\/p>\n<h2>How the Claim Process Works, Step by Step<\/h2>\n<p>A claim usually moves from a first consultation to evidence gathering, insurer talks, negotiation, and, when needed, a lawsuit.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>First consultation:<\/strong> Review the crash facts, your injuries, and the insurance involved.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Evidence gathering:<\/strong> Collect the crash report, photos, medical records, and witness information.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Insurer communication:<\/strong> Your lawyer can handle contact with adjusters, so you don&#8217;t have to take those calls alone.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Demand and negotiation:<\/strong> Once injuries are documented and treatment status is known, the claim value is negotiated.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lawsuit, if needed:<\/strong> If talks do not resolve the claim, the case may move into discovery, mediation, or trial preparation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Timing varies with injury severity, treatment length, insurer response, and court schedules. No single timeline fits every case.<\/p>\n<h2>Insurance Companies, Recorded Statements, and What to Share With Your Lawyer<\/h2>\n<p>Insurance adjusters evaluate claims for the insurer. Early offers can come before the full extent of your injuries is known.<\/p>\n<p>Sympathy is not the same as fault. <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=EVID&amp;sectionNum=1160.\">Evidence Code \u00a7 1160<\/a> keeps expressions of sympathy from being used as an admission of liability, but a statement of fault is not protected. <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=INS&amp;sectionNum=790.03.\">Insurance Code \u00a7 790.03<\/a> lists misleading a claimant about the statute of limitations as an unfair claims practice when done knowingly or as a general business practice.<\/p>\n<p>Protect your claim by doing these things:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Report the accident and get medical care. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chp.ca.gov\/faq\/\">California Highway Patrol<\/a> advises calling 9-1-1 after an accident involving injury and giving the location and basic emergency details.<\/li>\n<li>Speak with your lawyer before giving a recorded statement or signing a release.<\/li>\n<li>Share all the facts, prior injuries, prior claims, and every treatment provider with your lawyer.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a simple log of symptoms, appointments, and missed work.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid guessing about fault or downplaying your injuries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+16616161177\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Why Riders and Families Choose Colvin Accident Lawyers<\/h2>\n<p>Colvin Accident Lawyers is a personal injury firm based in Bakersfield, California. Donald Norman Colvin is the responsible attorney for this page.<\/p>\n<p>Support staff assist with case intake and records. Our team works with riders and families who need to understand their options after a crash.<\/p>\n<p>Key features of the firm&#8217;s service include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A free, confidential first consultation with no obligation to continue<\/li>\n<li>Direct phone contact with the firm<\/li>\n<li>A Bakersfield base that serves Fresno County riders and families, with the intake process explained up front<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Your Free First Consultation: What to Expect<\/h2>\n<p>Your first consultation is free, confidential, and without obligation to continue.<\/p>\n<p>To make the most of it, bring:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The crash report number, if you have it<\/li>\n<li>Photos of the scene, your bike, and your injuries<\/li>\n<li>Medical records and bills<\/li>\n<li>Insurance contact information for all parties<\/li>\n<li>A short written timeline of the crash<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>At the consultation, the attorney reviews how the crash happened, your injuries and treatment, the insurance involved, and which deadlines may apply. You can request your consultation through the <a href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">contact page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions About Motorcycle Accident Attorneys Fresno Riders Rely On<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can you get a ticket for crashing a motorcycle?<\/summary><p>A traffic ticket and an injury claim are handled separately. The crash report and any citation are evidence your lawyer reviews.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What is the hardest injury to prove?<\/summary><p>Soft-tissue and concussion injuries can be harder to document. Consistent medical care and complete records help.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What should I avoid saying to an insurer?<\/summary><p>Avoid guessing about fault or minimizing symptoms. Speak with your lawyer before giving a recorded statement.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I still recover if I was partly at fault?<\/summary><p>Yes. California reduces damages by your share of fault instead of barring the claim.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can family members pursue a claim after a fatal motorcycle crash?<\/summary><p>Yes, certain family members may. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CCP&amp;sectionNum=377.60.\">Code of Civil Procedure \u00a7 377.60<\/a>, a claim for a death may be brought by the decedent&#8217;s surviving spouse, domestic partner, or children, or, if there is no surviving issue, by the persons entitled to the decedent&#8217;s property by intestate succession; dependents such as a putative spouse, stepchildren, parents, or legal guardians (if the parents are deceased) may also bring it, and the personal representative may bring it on their behalf, and the two-year limit is in <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CCP&amp;sectionNum=335.1.\">Code of Civil Procedure \u00a7 335.1<\/a>.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-motorcycle-lying-on-its-side-on-a-city-road-with-traffic-n-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A motorcycle lying on its side on a city road with traffic nearby.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk With Colvin About Your Fresno Motorcycle Crash<\/h2>\n<p>If a crash left you or someone you love hurt or grieving, the next decision is whether to speak with counsel before the insurer&#8217;s next call. Call Colvin Accident Lawyers or contact us now to start that conversation.<\/p>\n<p>Colvin Accident Lawyers, Bakersfield, California &#8212; responsible for this site. Responsible attorney: Donald Norman Colvin.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Please consult a licensed attorney regarding your specific legal situation.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How We Approach Motorcycle Crash Cases<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reviewing the Evidence<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We look at the crash report, photos, and any citations, and we explain how each one may matter to your claim.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--heart\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Focusing on Your Recovery<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Motorcycle injuries can be serious. We keep you informed about your medical care and the records that document it.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clear Answers at Every Step<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We explain your options in plain language so you can make informed decisions about your case.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--location\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serving Fresno and Kern County<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our office is in Bakersfield, and we work with riders injured in Fresno, Visalia, Delano, Tehachapi, and surrounding communities.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Protect Your Claim After a Crash<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep your helmet, gear, and damaged motorcycle if you can. Write down what you remember while it is fresh, and save every medical bill and appointment record. Think carefully before giving a recorded statement to any insurance company, and talk with a lawyer first.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+16616161177\">Call Colvin Accident Lawyers<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">Call Colvin Accident Lawyers<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Common Motorcycle Crash Situations We Review<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Left-Turn and Lane-Change Collisions<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many crashes happen when a driver turns across a motorcycle&#x27;s path or changes lanes without seeing the rider.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Road Hazards and Poor Conditions<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Potholes, debris, gravel, and poorly maintained roads can cause riders to lose control. Who is responsible depends on the facts.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rear-End and Sudden Stop Crashes<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following too closely or stopping suddenly can lead to serious impacts, especially at highway speeds.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Catastrophic and Fatal Injuries<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Head, spinal, and other severe injuries, and wrongful death claims for families, require careful review of medical and crash records.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Speak With Donald Norman Colvin About Your Motorcycle Accident<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+16616161177\">Get a Free Case Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">Get a Free Case Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- chg:section-siblings -->\n<nav aria-label=\"More in this section\">\n<h2>More in this section<\/h2>\n<ul><li><a href=\"\/resources\/motorcycle-accident-lawyer\/motorcycle-accident-attorneys-palmdale\/\">Motorcycle Accident Attorneys Palmdale<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/motorcycle-accident-lawyer\/motorcycle-accident-law-firm-kern-county\/\">Motorcycle Accident Law Firm Kern County<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/motorcycle-accident-lawyer\/motorcycle-defect-accident-lawyer\/\">Motorcycle Defect Accident Lawyer in California: Brake and Part Failure Crashes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/motorcycle-accident-lawyer\/motorcycle-passenger-accident-lawyer\/\">Motorcycle Passenger Injury Lawyer in California<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/motorcycle-accident-lawyer\/motorcycle-accident-law-firm-delano\/\">Motorcycle Accident Law Firm Delano<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<!-- \/chg:section-siblings -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hurt in a motorcycle crash in Fresno? 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