Category Archives: Motorcycle accident cases
Common Causes of Pedestrian Injuries
A vulnerable human body is no match for a car, SUV, or truck. So, if you were a pedestrian hit by a motor vehicle and received serious injuries or a loved one was killed, the pedestrian accident attorneys at Callaway & Wolf is prepared to vigorously fight for justice and the maximum compensation available… Read More »
Rideshare Services Injury & Insurance Information
Until 2011 and 2012 respectively, if you were without a vehicle and needed car transportation, a taxicab was your only option until San Francisco-headquartered Uber and Lyft ridesharing (also referred to as “transport networking”) appeared on California roads. Uber started as a luxury service, but quickly expanded its service with “Uber X” to compete… Read More »
Is it an accident? Ask an Injury Attorney
Why all the fuss about saying “car crash” instead of “car accident”? At first this question might seem trivial. As a San Francisco accident attorney, I know it really isn’t. Whether it’s a car, bicycle, bus, trolley, or train that crashes — think about how a single word can make a huge difference in meaning. By definition, an… Read More »
Motorcycle Riding Safely According to California Law
California Motorcycle Safety Laws There are strict requirements for motorcycles in California. The reason for these requirements is clear: motorcycle riders are more vulnerable in collisions. Of course, properly riding a motorcycle requires more skill than driving a typical car. But on top of that, driver of cars are often ill-informed about how to… Read More »
Attorney Shares Information on Motorcycle Safety
The month of May is recognized across the country as national Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. The attorneys at Callaway & Wolf appreciate the importance of sharing information about these issues, having worked with many residents and their families who have been hurt in motorcycle crashes. Most residents are aware of the increased risk of… Read More »
Distracted Driving, Texting, and Motorcycles
Negligent drivers are a part of life on the road, but driving while talking or text messaging is a growing hazard. According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, talking on a cell phone can reduce more than 35% of the brain activity needed for driving, even with an earpiece or a hands free… Read More »
Motorcycle Injury Attorney Discusses Motorcyclist Receiving $31.5 Million Award
California Jury Awards Motorcyclist $31.5M Due to Unsafe Road Conditions A California jury awarded a motorcyclist $31,500,000 recently, concluding that his injuries were the foreseeable result of an unsafe condition along a stretch of a California state highway. The California motorcycle accident lawyers at our firm understand that motorcycles face many risks when on… Read More »
