{"id":1149,"date":"2026-10-21T02:53:27","date_gmt":"2026-10-21T02:53:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/34-138-224-95.nip.io\/motorcycle-accident-lawyer\/best-motorcycle-injury-lawyer\/"},"modified":"2026-10-24T08:33:03","modified_gmt":"2026-10-24T08:33:03","slug":"best-motorcycle-injury-lawyer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/motorcycle-accident-lawyer\/best-motorcycle-injury-lawyer\/","title":{"rendered":"Bakersfield Motorcycle Injury Lawyer: Rideshare Crashes"},"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-25.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)\">Bakersfield <a href=\"\/resources\/motorcycle-accident-lawyer\/\">Motorcycle Accident Lawyer<\/a> | Kern County<\/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)\">Hurt in a Motorcycle Crash Involving a Rideshare Vehicle?<\/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)\">Rideshare collisions can involve several drivers and insurance companies. Colvin Accident Lawyers, based in Bakersfield, helps motorcycle riders and their families understand their options. 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 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 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\n<h2>Who Colvin Accident Lawyers Represents After a Rideshare or Delivery Crash<\/h2>\n<p>A motorcycle injury lawyer can help a rider or family find out which insurance may pay after an Uber, Lyft, or delivery driver is involved in a crash. Colvin Accident Lawyers is a personal injury firm based in Bakersfield, California.<\/p>\n<p>This page is for two groups. The first is the rider struck by a driver working through a rideshare or delivery app. The second is the family of a rider killed in that kind of crash.<\/p>\n<p>The firm also handles car, truck, bicycle, pedestrian, bus, dog bite, premises liability, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death cases. If you&#8217;re not sure whether your crash fits, a consultation is the way to find out.<\/p>\n<p>The firm&#8217;s first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue. Donald Norman Colvin is the responsible lawyer for this website. The firm works with riders across Kern County, Fresno, Visalia, Lancaster, Palmdale, Delano, and Tehachapi.<\/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 an Uber, Lyft, or delivery driver hit your motorcycle and you can&#x27;t tell which insurance applies, our team can review your crash facts with you and answer your questions. 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\/close-up-of-a-motorcyclist-in-a-denim-jacket-gripping-the-ha-photo-8.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a motorcyclist in a denim jacket gripping the handlebars on a city street.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Why the App Status Decides Which Insurance May Apply<\/h2>\n<p>Insurance after a rideshare crash often depends on what the driver was doing in the app at that moment. The key question is whether the app was off, on and waiting for a request, or had a trip accepted or in progress. Each stage can involve different coverage.<\/p>\n<p>A driver&#8217;s personal auto policy may exclude rideshare use. That means a rider may need to look at more than one policy to see what applies.<\/p>\n<p>Your own policy can matter too. If the at-fault driver has no insurance or too little, your uninsured motorist coverage may come into play. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=INS&amp;sectionNum=11580.2.\">Ins. Code \u00a7 11580.2<\/a>, if you and your insurer disagree about whether you can recover, or how much, the dispute goes to arbitration before a single neutral arbitrator.<\/p>\n<p>Minimum limits are also a factor. For policies issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2025, California requires at least $30,000 per person and $60,000 per accident for bodily injury, under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH&amp;sectionNum=16056.\">Veh. Code \u00a7 16056<\/a>. A serious motorcycle injury can cost far more than those minimums, so each policy deserves a close look.<\/p>\n<h2>How Delivery Driver Crashes Differ From Rideshare Crashes<\/h2>\n<p>Delivery crashes often turn on the delivery company&#8217;s own policies and the driver&#8217;s status at the time of the crash. Rideshare rules and delivery rules are different, so a rider should not assume one applies to the other.<\/p>\n<p>Several facts usually matter:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Whether an order was active when the crash happened<\/li>\n<li>Whether the driver was between orders<\/li>\n<li>Whether the vehicle was personally owned by the driver<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>App records and the police crash report can show these details. A lawyer can ask for these records early, while they are still available.<\/p>\n<p>Missing these steps can hurt a claim, so act quickly after any crash.<\/p>\n<h2>Injuries and Claims a Motorcycle Injury Lawyer Can Pursue<\/h2>\n<p>A motorcycle injury lawyer can pursue claims for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and, in a death case, losses for the family. The claim turns on the injuries and the facts of the crash.<\/p>\n<p>Riders often suffer road rash, broken bones, head injuries, and spinal injuries.<\/p>\n<p>California law separates losses into two groups. Economic damages are objectively verifiable monetary losses, such as medical expenses and loss of earnings. Non-economic damages are subjective losses, such as pain, suffering, and loss of companionship. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CIV&amp;sectionNum=1431.2.\">Civ. Code \u00a7 1431.2<\/a>, each defendant pays non-economic damages only in direct proportion to its own share of fault.<\/p>\n<p>When a rider dies, <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CCP&amp;sectionNum=377.60.\">Code Civ. Proc. \u00a7 377.60<\/a> lists who may bring the claim. That includes a surviving spouse, registered domestic partner, children, and children of a deceased child; if there are no surviving descendants, those who would inherit under intestate succession (such as parents); certain relatives who were dependent on the decedent; and a minor who lived in the decedent&#8217;s household for the 180 days before the death and depended on the decedent for half or more of their support. The decedent&#8217;s personal representative may also bring it on their behalf.<\/p>\n<p>Some injuries need long-term care. A catastrophic injury claim may need to account for future medical needs and lost ability to work. If a dangerous road or property condition contributed to the crash, a separate claim may exist against the party responsible for that condition.<\/p>\n<h2>What to Expect From the First Consultation Through Resolution<\/h2>\n<p>The process starts with a first consultation and moves through investigation, insurance claims, and, if needed, a lawsuit. The timeline depends on the facts of each case.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>First consultation.<\/strong> The firm reviews the crash facts, the app status at the time, the insurance policies involved, and your treatment to date.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigation.<\/strong> The firm gathers evidence such as photos, witness statements, the crash report, and app or vehicle records.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Insurance claim.<\/strong> The firm presents the claim to the insurers and negotiates on the rider&#8217;s behalf.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lawsuit, if needed.<\/strong> If talks do not resolve the claim, a lawsuit can be filed. Deadlines are covered in the questions below.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Keep copies of medical bills, repair estimates, and records of missed work. These documents help show the losses in the claim.<\/p>\n<h2>Questions Injured Riders Ask Before Calling a Lawyer<\/h2>\n<p>Most riders ask whether they can recover if they were partly at fault, and how long they have to act. The deadline for an action for assault, battery, or injury to, or death of, an individual caused by the wrongful act or neglect of another is generally two years (<a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CCP&amp;sectionNum=335.1.\">Code Civ. Proc. \u00a7 335.1<\/a>).<\/p>\n<h3>How Partial Fault Affects an Injury Claim in California How fault is assessed depends on the facts of each case. To discuss how it may apply to yours, contact Colvin Accident Lawyers for a free, confidential initial consultation, with no obligation to continue.<\/h3>\n<details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long do I have to file a claim?<\/summary><p>Generally two years for an injury lawsuit, under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CCP&amp;sectionNum=335.1.\">Code Civ. Proc. \u00a7 335.1<\/a>. The <a href=\"https:\/\/selfhelp.courts.ca.gov\/civil-lawsuit\/statute-limitations\">California Courts Self-Help Guide<\/a> notes that this period is subject to exceptions and tolling. A claim against a government agency for death or injury must be presented within six months under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=GOV&amp;sectionNum=911.2.\">Gov. Code \u00a7 911.2<\/a>.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Should I talk to the insurance adjuster?<\/summary><p>Adjusters may ask for a recorded statement early. Think before you answer, and keep your answers short and accurate.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Should I see a doctor if my injuries seem minor?<\/summary><p>Yes. Some injuries are not obvious right after a crash, and medical records document those injuries for any claim.<\/p><\/details>\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\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/motorcyclist-in-red-riding-gear-standing-beside-a-red-sports-photo-2.jpg\" alt=\"Motorcyclist in red riding gear standing beside a red sports motorcycle in a dimly lit parking area at night.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk to Colvin Accident Lawyers About Your Crash<\/h2>\n<p>If a rideshare or delivery driver struck your motorcycle and you can&#8217;t tell which insurance applies, the next step is a conversation about your crash&#8217;s facts. Gather what you have now: the crash report number, photos, the driver&#8217;s name, and your own policy information.<\/p>\n<p>Reach out to Colvin Accident Lawyers by phone or through the <a href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">contact form<\/a> to set up your first consultation. The firm can review the facts and explain which options may apply to your situation.<\/p>\n<p>Colvin Accident Lawyers, Bakersfield, California &#8212; responsible for this site.<\/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 Rideshare Motorcycle 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\">Careful Review of the Crash<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We look at the collision report, photos, and available records to understand how the crash happened and which parties may be involved.<\/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--phone\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Handling Insurance Communication<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rideshare claims can involve more than one insurer. We can handle communication with insurance companies so you can focus on recovering.<\/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--users\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Attention for Riders and Families<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our team focuses on motorcycle accident cases in Kern County and nearby communities, and we keep you informed at every step.<\/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\">Support After Serious Injury<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We understand that medical care, lost income, and daily life changes can be overwhelming. We are here to talk through your situation.<\/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\">Be Careful With Insurance Adjusters<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An insurance adjuster works for the insurance company, not for you. Before giving a recorded statement or signing any release, consider speaking with a lawyer about your situation.<\/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\">After a Motorcycle Crash: Steps That Can Help<\/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\">Get Medical Care<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See a doctor even if your injuries seem minor. Some injuries, including head and spinal injuries, may not show symptoms right away.<\/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\">Document the Scene<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it is safe, photograph the scene, your motorcycle, your gear, and any visible damage to the rideshare vehicle.<\/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\">Keep Your Records<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Save medical bills, repair estimates, lost-wage information, and any messages with the driver or insurance companies.<\/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\">Call for a Free Consultation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contact Colvin Accident Lawyers to discuss your crash. The first consultation is free and confidential.<\/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\">Talk With a Bakersfield Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Today<\/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 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 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-fresno\/\">Motorcycle Accident Attorneys Fresno<\/a><\/li><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-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-kern-county\/\">Motorcycle Accident Law Firm Kern County<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<!-- \/chg:section-siblings -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hit by an Uber, Lyft, or delivery driver on your motorcycle? 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