Motorcycle Accidents in San Bernardino County: Your Legal Path Forward

Where and Why These Accidents Happen

San Bernardino County’s vast and diverse landscape includes high-traffic areas like Fontana and Rancho Cucamonga, remote desert roads near Barstow, and steep mountain routes in Big Bear. Each environment presents its own motorcycle hazards.

Frequent causes of motorcycle crashes in San Bernardino County include:

• Drivers making sudden left turns in intersections or side streets
• Unsafe merges or abrupt lane changes on highways like I-10 and I-15
• Speeding on open desert roads or downhill mountain curves
• Distracted driving, especially near busy shopping centers and school zones
• Poor road conditions, debris, or weather-related hazards in rural areas

Injuries Are Often Catastrophic

Due to their exposure and lack of structural protection, motorcyclists face extreme risk in accidents. Common injuries include:

• Head trauma and brain injuries
• Neck and spinal cord damage
• Fractures, crushed bones, and dislocations
• Severe road rash, burns, and scarring
• Mental health struggles, including anxiety and PTSD

These injuries can result in permanent disability and long-term loss of income, often requiring years of medical treatment and rehabilitation.

Your Legal Options After a Motorcycle Crash

Under California law, you have the right to seek compensation when someone else’s negligence leads to injury. Legal remedies may include:

• Personal Injury Lawsuits for medical costs, lost income, and pain and suffering
• Product Liability Claims for faulty motorcycle parts or safety gear
• Government Claims if road conditions or poor signage contributed
• Wrongful Death Actions for families who’ve lost a loved one in a crash

Thanks to California’s comparative fault laws, even partially at-fault riders can recover damages. Most personal injury cases must be filed within two years, though claims against public agencies may require action within just six months.

Who May Be Liable?

Determining fault in motorcycle crashes is rarely simple. Responsible parties in San Bernardino County accidents may include:

• Passenger vehicle drivers or commercial truck operators
• Employers of delivery or rideshare drivers
• Motorcycle or helmet manufacturers
• Public agencies responsible for road maintenance
• Contractors responsible for construction site safety

California Trial Law Group uses expert witnesses, engineers, and accident reconstruction specialists to investigate every possible angle and identify all liable parties.

What to Do After a Crash

If you’re injured on roads like Foothill Boulevard, CA-210, or Rim of the World Highway:

• Call 911 and get immediate medical assistance
• Report the accident and obtain an official police report
• Take photos of the scene, damage, and injuries
• Collect witness statements and contact information
• Avoid insurance statements until you consult an attorney

Why San Bernardino Riders Turn to California Trial Law Group

We’ve stood with motorcyclists across the Inland Empire, from Victorville to Redlands and beyond. Our team understands the uphill battle riders often face with insurers and law enforcement—and we’re ready to fight back on your behalf.

“I highly recommend Ike Kaludi and his team to anyone needing legal help with a personal injury case…”
— Lisa Rivalin

“My case was complex and emotionally taxing, but the team at California Trial Law Group approached it with professionalism, expertise, and compassion…”
— Trinidad Alcala

Start Your Recovery Today

If you or someone you love has been injured in a motorcycle accident in San Bernardino County, California Trial Law Group is ready to help you understand your rights, build your case, and pursue the compensation you deserve.