{"id":350,"date":"2026-10-17T02:46:46","date_gmt":"2026-10-17T02:46:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/34-138-224-95.nip.io\/bicycle-accident-attorney-tehachapi\/"},"modified":"2026-10-20T17:24:11","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T17:24:11","slug":"bicycle-accident-attorney-tehachapi","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/bicycle-accident-attorney-tehachapi\/","title":{"rendered":"Bicycle Accident Attorney Tehachapi, CA | Colvin"},"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=\"Investigator in a reflective jacket photographs a painted bike lane and stop sign with a measuring wheel on a city street.\" src=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/investigator-in-a-reflective-jacket-photographs-a-painted-bi-photo.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)\">Bicycle Accidents | Tehachapi and 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)\">Bicycle Accident Attorney Serving Tehachapi Riders<\/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 cyclists and families after crashes involving cars, trucks, and other vehicles. Start with a free, confidential first consultation.<\/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 16, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>A bicycle crash claim in California usually turns on who was at fault, which deadline applies, and what losses you can pursue. This guide explains each point in plain words so you can take your next step with clear facts.<\/p>\n<h2>Bicycle Accident Attorney Tehachapi: Serving Kern County<\/h2>\n<p>Colvin Accident Lawyers represents cyclists and families hurt in bicycle crashes across Kern County, including Tehachapi. The practice is based in Bakersfield, and Donald Norman Colvin is the attorney responsible for it. Our team includes assistants and office staff who help keep each matter organized.<\/p>\n<p>This page is for three kinds of readers. The first is a rider struck by a car, truck, or bus. The second is a cyclist hurt on a rural road or steep grade, where shoulders can be narrow. The third is a family facing a fatal bicycle crash.<\/p>\n<p>A claim can cover the crash itself, injuries from minor to catastrophic, and wrongful death when a cyclist dies. Because a private driver and a public agency follow different rules, the first question is always who may be responsible.<\/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 driver hit you on your bike near Tehachapi, you may have a claim, and you don&#x27;t have to sort out insurance and deadlines alone; contact our team for a free consultation. 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\/a-bicycle-locked-to-a-metal-rack-on-a-city-street-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A bicycle locked to a metal rack on a city street.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Common Tehachapi Bicycle Crash Scenarios<\/h2>\n<p>Bicycle crashes often follow a few patterns, and each one points to different California rules.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Turning or pulling out.<\/strong> A driver who turns across a rider&#8217;s path or pulls out without yielding can cause a crash at an intersection or driveway.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Speed for conditions.<\/strong> Under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH&amp;sectionNum=22350.\">Vehicle Code \u00a7 22350<\/a>, no one may drive faster than is reasonable or prudent for weather, visibility, traffic, and the road.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Doors and sideswipes.<\/strong> A car door opened into a rider&#8217;s path, or a vehicle drifting into a bike lane, can throw a cyclist off the road.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trucks and buses.<\/strong> Commercial vehicles can add more parties and insurance. Federal rules may require drug and alcohol testing of certain commercial drivers after crashes (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fmcsa.dot.gov\/regulations\/drug-alcohol-testing\/what-tests-are-required-and-when-does-testing-occur\">FMCSA testing rules<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Unsafe roads.<\/strong> A dangerous condition on public property, such as a deep pothole, may support a claim against a public agency when <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=GOV&amp;sectionNum=835.\">Government Code \u00a7 835<\/a> conditions are met.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Driver leaves the scene.<\/strong> A driver in an injury crash must immediately stop at the scene under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH&amp;sectionNum=20001.\">Vehicle Code \u00a7 20001<\/a>. Hit-and-run crashes can also raise questions about your own uninsured motorist coverage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Rural roads leave less room between riders and vehicles, so a small error can cause a serious crash.<\/p>\n<h2>Who Can Be Held Responsible and the California Rules That Apply<\/h2>\n<p>Responsibility can fall on the driver, the vehicle owner, or a public agency, depending on what caused the crash.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The driver.<\/strong> The driver whose careless act caused the crash can be held responsible.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The vehicle owner.<\/strong> Under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH&amp;sectionNum=17150.\">Vehicle Code \u00a7 17150<\/a>, an owner is liable for injury caused by someone driving with the owner&#8217;s express or implied permission. This can apply when a teen drives a parent&#8217;s car.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A public agency.<\/strong> Under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=GOV&amp;sectionNum=835.\">Government Code \u00a7 835<\/a>, a public entity may be liable for a dangerous condition of its property. Either an employee&#8217;s negligence created the condition, or the agency had notice of it in time to act.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shared fault.<\/strong> Questions about how responsibility is divided after a crash are common, and they can be discussed during a free, confidential initial consultation with no obligation to continue. If you are unsure how your own actions might affect your claim, you can talk through those concerns with our team during a free, confidential consultation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Non-economic damages.<\/strong> Under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CIV&amp;sectionNum=1431.2.\">Civil Code \u00a7 1431.2<\/a>, each defendant pays non-economic damages only in proportion to its own percentage of fault.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Two years to sue.<\/strong> <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> says an injury action must be brought within two years. The <a href=\"https:\/\/selfhelp.courts.ca.gov\/civil-lawsuit\/statute-limitations\">California Courts Self-Help Guide<\/a> notes that exceptions and tolling can apply.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Six months for a public agency.<\/strong> <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 personal injury against a public entity within six months. A late application may be possible under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=GOV&amp;sectionNum=911.4.\">Government Code \u00a7 911.4<\/a>, made within one year and stating the reason for delay.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Evidence fades quickly. Police reports, witness names, and the damaged bicycle can be lost or changed.<\/p>\n<h2>What a Bicycle Injury Claim Can Include<\/h2>\n<p>A bicycle injury claim can seek economic losses like medical bills and lost pay, and non-economic losses like pain and emotional distress.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Economic losses.<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CIV&amp;sectionNum=1431.2.\">Civil Code \u00a7 1431.2<\/a> defines these as objectively verifiable monetary losses, such as medical expenses, loss of earnings, and repair or replacement costs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Non-economic losses.<\/strong> The same statute covers subjective losses such as pain, suffering, inconvenience, emotional distress, and loss of companionship.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Future medical care.<\/strong> Ongoing treatment after an accident is a topic many clients ask about, and it can be discussed with the firm.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gear and property.<\/strong> A damaged bicycle, helmet, and other gear can fall under repair or replacement costs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Catastrophic injuries.<\/strong> Brain injury, spinal cord injury, and amputation often need long-term care planning. Early medical records matter.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wrongful death.<\/strong> <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> lists who may bring a death claim, including a surviving spouse, domestic partner, children, and certain dependents.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Uninsured drivers.<\/strong> Under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=INS&amp;sectionNum=11580.2.\">Insurance Code \u00a7 11580.2<\/a>, an auto liability policy must include uninsured motorist coverage unless the named insured agrees in writing to delete or reduce it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Keep pay stubs and records of missed work to support lost earnings. No lawyer can know how a claim will end. Each claim turns on its own facts, documented injuries, and available insurance.<\/p>\n<h2>How a Bicycle Accident Claim Works With Colvin Accident Lawyers<\/h2>\n<p>A claim usually moves from a first consultation to evidence gathering, a liability review, a claim to the insurer, and then negotiation or a lawsuit.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Free first consultation.<\/strong> The first consultation is free, confidential, and comes with no obligation to continue.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Evidence gathering.<\/strong> We collect the police report, photos of the scene and bicycle, medical records, witness contacts, and any video.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Liability review.<\/strong> We compare the crash facts with California traffic law to see who may be responsible.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Claim presentation.<\/strong> The claim goes to the responsible party&#8217;s insurer. A claim against a public agency must follow the notice rules above.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiation or lawsuit.<\/strong> Some claims resolve through negotiation. Others need a lawsuit to protect rights and deadlines.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>How long each stage takes depends on the facts, including how long treatment lasts and how the insurer responds. Keep notes of medical visits and missed work, since those records support the losses described above.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Work With Colvin Accident Lawyers in Bakersfield<\/h2>\n<p>Colvin Accident Lawyers is a bicycle accident attorney Tehachapi families can reach from Bakersfield, led by Donald Norman Colvin.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The attorney.<\/strong> Donald Norman Colvin is the lawyer responsible for the practice.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Our team.<\/strong> Our team includes assistants and office staff who handle the day-to-day work around each claim.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Practice areas.<\/strong> The firm handles car, truck, motorcycle, bicycle, pedestrian, bus, dog bite, premises liability, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death matters.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bicycle focus with a broader view.<\/strong> Bicycle claims often overlap with car, truck, and bus claims, so the practice&#8217;s wider work applies here.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Where we work.<\/strong> The practice serves riders in Tehachapi, Kern County, and nearby communities.<\/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\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-children-s-bicycle-locked-in-a-metal-bike-rack-on-an-outdo-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A children&#x27;s bicycle locked in a metal bike rack on an outdoor walkway.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions About Bicycle Accident Claims in Tehachapi<\/h2>\n<p>Short answers to common questions follow.<\/p><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need a lawyer after a bike crash near Tehachapi?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A bicycle accident attorney Tehachapi riders consult can review fault, deadlines, and insurance questions.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if the insurer calls me first?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insurers may ask for a recorded statement early, and your words can affect the claim. Talking with an attorney first is a reasonable step.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if I was partly at fault?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Questions about partial fault come up often after an accident, and they can be reviewed during a free, confidential initial consultation.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long do I have to sue?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Injury lawsuits generally must be filed within 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>). A claim against a public agency generally has a six-month written claim deadline.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does a claim always go to court?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some claims resolve without a lawsuit. Others need one to protect rights and deadlines.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What should I do right now?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Get medical care, keep the bicycle and gear, photograph the scene, and write down what you remember.<\/p><p>If a driver hit you on your bike near Tehachapi, you may have a claim, and you don&#8217;t have to sort out insurance and deadlines alone. <a href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">Contact Colvin Accident Lawyers<\/a> for a free consultation.<\/p><\/details><\/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 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 Bicycle Crash: Steps to Consider<\/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\">Some injuries, including head and spinal injuries, may not show symptoms right away. A medical evaluation protects your health and creates a record of your injuries.<\/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\">If you are able, photograph the location, the vehicles involved, your bicycle, and visible injuries. Note witness names and contact information.<\/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, receipts, and any letters from insurers. Organized records help us evaluate your situation.<\/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\">Talk to us before speaking with insurers<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insurance adjusters may ask for a recorded statement early. Speaking with our office first lets us explain what to say and what to avoid.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\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\">Why Riders Contact Colvin Accident Lawyers<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns 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--heart\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We fight for fair compensation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our team works to pursue the full value of your losses, including medical costs, lost income, and pain and suffering.<\/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--clock\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prompt attention to your case<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our team responds to your questions and keeps you informed as your case moves forward.<\/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\">Free, confidential first consultation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns 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--location\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serving Tehachapi and Kern County<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our office is based in Bakersfield, and we represent injured riders throughout Kern County, including Tehachapi.<\/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\">Support for families<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a crash causes a death, we help surviving family members understand their options and handle the claim process.<\/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\">Before You Talk to an Insurer<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insurance companies may contact you soon after a crash. Be cautious about giving recorded statements or signing documents before you understand how they could affect your claim.<\/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-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 to Colvin Accident Lawyers About Your Bicycle 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\">Contact Us Now for 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\/\">Contact Us Now for a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hit on a bike near Tehachapi? 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