Do You Need a License to Ride an E-Bike or Electric Motorcycle in California?

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Written by Chris Dolan Do You Need a License to Ride an Electric Bike or Motorcycle in California? -Lauren from San Francisco, CA Dear Lauren,You are not alone. Many people, especially sidewalk pedestrians, have safety concerns. We should briefly touch on what e-bikes are and how they are classified. Another problem is that the next wave […]

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Motorcycle Safety Technology: Essential Advancement for Riders

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Written By: Chris Dolan and Phil Johnson Motorcycle safety advancements continue to evolve with technological advancements that can save lives. The Dolan Law Firm is proud to serve our community as the leading San Francisco Motorcycle Accident Lawyers. While we stand prepared to assist injured riders, this article provides information on safety developments that can

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Steps to Take After a Motorcycle Crash in California

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Written By: Chris Dolan I am a motorcyclist from San Francisco and I was involved in a crash in Sacramento, California. A company car swerved into my lane, causing the accident and now the driver is blaming me. My motorcycle is damaged and I’ve suffered injuries. What are the steps I can take after a

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What to Do After a Hit-and-Run Accident on a Highway

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Written By: Chris Dolan and Kim Levy Last night, I was driving on the freeway when a driver rear-ended me and fled the scene. A police officer arrived and wrote a report, but was unable to identity the driver who hit me. I ended up in the hospital with severe injuries. I am not going

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What Makes Motorcycle Accidents Different from Car Accidents?

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Written By Chris Dolan and Phil Johnson Motor vehicle accidents are dangerous, but not all crashes are suffered equally. Motorcyclists are 24 times more likely to die in a crash than those inside a motor vehicle, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Indeed, while motorcyclists make up only 3.5 percent of all registered

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Electric Motorcycles or Electric Bicycles: What is the difference?

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Written by Chris Dolan This week’s question comes from Lawrence from Marin County, CA, who asks: I have seen kids (ages 12-15) ride e-bikes resembling motorcycles. Some kids wear full-face helmets, while others wear regular helmets. I’m no stranger to riding motorcycles with full gear, but I have concerns when I see e-bikes on the

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Who is responsible for damage caused by a stolen vehicle?

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Written By: Chris Dolan and Eric. St. John This week’s question comes from Trisha from San Francisco, CA, who asks: I saw a car speeding away from a police run into a fire hydrant and almost hit several people. It turns out it was a stolen car, and the thief ran away from the scene. If

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Crashes Caused by Police Pursuits: Who is at Fault?

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Written By: Chris Dolan and Kimberly Levy This week’s question comes from Roberto from San Francisco, who asks: Do police officers or police departments have liability for crashes or injuries caused during police pursuits? Hi Roberto, It depends on the specific facts involved. There are several sections of the California Government Code as well as the

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Who is Liable When Potholes Cause Accidents?

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Written By Chris Dolan and Cristina Garcia This week’s question comes from Kathy J. in the Sunset District, who asks: After this year’s stormy winter, new potholes seem to be appearing daily. Over the weekend, I was driving to my friend’s house when I hit a pothole in the road. The pothole caused me to

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Is a Trial the Same as An Arbitration?

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Written By Chris Dolan and Carole Okolowicz This week’s question comes from John from San Francisco, who asks: What is the difference between having a trial versus going to mediation? Dear John, There are many ways to resolve a legal dispute, whether a lawsuit is filed or not. Most people have heard of a trial in

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