I had a great experience with Bicycle Law. Even though I only needed their services once, they made a strong impression from start to finish. They were professional, responsive, and clearly knew what they were doing. Everything was explained in a way that was easy to understand, and I never felt left in the dark about my situation. What stood out most was how smoothly the whole process went--they handled things efficiently and kept communication consistent. It really felt like they had my best interest in mind the entire time. If I ever find myself needing help again, I wouldn't hesitate to go back to them. Definitely a reliable and trustworthy team. read more

I had got hit by a car on my bicycle and had never had to deal with insurance and lawyers before. I ended up having a concussion and a friend of mine recommended Bay Area Bicycle Law. I talked with Michael who became my lawyer. Michael and his team were very kind and considerate. They answered all my questions in a timely manner.  Their knowledge was thorough, and I felt in good hands.   I remember the first thing I was asked when I called them was if I was ok.  That sentiment goes a long way.  I have learned that it is important to have a partner in this process so that I can focus on healing while all the tactics and paperwork is handled by someone that knows what to expect. read more

I highly recommend this firm. I got hit by a car while riding my bike in San Francisco. Not only did they get me the maximum amount in compensation but they also took time to explain and guide me through a very tough time / process. Forever grateful for the team over at BABL. Do yourself a favor and trust them with your rough times. read more

Michelle Weiss took over my case after the insurance gave me the run around, kept loosing my papers, 4 different adjusters. I was injured and in trouble! I am big and strong and yet was completely helpless. I was completely overwhelmed, trying to both physically and mentally recover and defend myself against the insurance company that told me that I could represent myself and pretended to be my friend. Michelle, you saved me! You freed me up to focus on my recovery while you held the line with the adjusters and made them take care my case. It meant everything! Smart - Good - Swift - Attentive. These are the words I use to describe the wonderful service provided me by you, and BABL. You Rock! Johnny Boss Robot Hobby, Berkeley Moe's Books, Berkeley read more

Bay Area Bicycle Law - Personal Injury Law Near Me - Oakland, California

The BayArea Bicycle Law firm was superb in handling my case. A car hit me and knocked me unconscious, and I suffered a concussion and physical injuries. However, the CHP did a poor investigation of the incident and initially blamed me for the accident! The insurance company also initially refused to settle my claim. Everything was against me, but Micheal Stephenson and his team turned everything around! The people at BABL fought and succeeded in getting the maximum amount from the insurance; they never gave up. Throughout the whole case, they constantly communicated with me and guided me through the process, during a pandemic, no less! The entire team was professional, patient, and supportive. I genuinely appreciate BayArea Bicycle Law and can't thank them enough for what they've done! read more

I trusted Bay Area Bicycle Law to handle my bike accident lawsuit and couldn't speak more highly of my lawyer (Mr. Stephenson) and his staff's professionalism and prompt responses to any questions or concerns I had. They really made this experience A LOT easier for me to deal with by being very informative and thorough throughout the whole process. I received a favorable resolution to my lawsuit by relying on Mr. Stephenson's expertise in the field of bicycle law. Highly recommend this firm to anybody dealing with a similar situation ++ read more

In 2017 I was doored, and I lost the first joint of my left index finger. While it was clear that I was not at fault, this case became a huge mess because of the parties involved: ride share company, driver's insurance, passenger's insurance, passenger's employer. Throughout the case I worked with Kyle, Michelle and Michael. I felt supported the entire way. The communication and advice were always clear, and they were by my side throughout the entirety of this painstakingly long process. I can't thank them enough for their guidance and patience finally pushing this case through the finish line in 2021 with a very satisfying outcome. Yes, it took 5 years! But Michael wasn't done yet. Even after the settlement he walked the extra mile to negotiate with the hospital to reduce the amount that had to come out of my pocket and in 2023 he surprised me with a significant reduction of the initial bill. I can't believe that after 6 years it's finally over. I'm extremely happy that I decided to go with Michael and his team, and I highly recommend them to anyone! read more

Bay Area Bicycle Law was amazing to work with. During the aftermath of a terrible accident they gave me peace of mind and dealt with both my insurance company and that of the driver. They were very easy to work with, and very communicative throughout the process. Working with them allowed me to focus on healing and getting back to my life. read more

My father was involved in a bike + car accident, and I came across BABL while searching around online. Reaching out for the free consultation was probably one of the best decisions that we could've made. Michelle was extremely helpful in breaking down what our options were, and provided us with pre-written blurbs outlining the legalities of our situation to send to our insurance company to help seek out additional coverage. In the end, we ended up with the settlement we desired, and didn't even have to go through the headache of court or further legal action. I couldn't recommend their services anymore - they are absolutely pleasant to deal with, and know what they are doing. read more

Michelle made an impression as being intelligent and dedicated. I was really impressed with what they do. I'm a bicyclist who has been hit by cars and had the police side with the drivers. I know that police treat us dismissively. But then Michelle had family issues and transferred my to a new lawyer, James. Then James took on another case of mine. Then he quit. Then my first case was re-transferred to Kyle. Kyle failed to serve the defendant. Whoops. Then they told me that I would not have to show up to court and again, big whoops. I assumed that they had checked the case with the court beforehand but they did not! So when I did not present in court, the judge asked them where I was and since I was not there, it was continued. Whoops! Michelle then decided that my case must be dropped and strongly urged me to settle for a very, very low amount, but that she would not charge a fee for filing my second case that James had picked up. Then Michelle got even more facts about my second case completely wrong. Then Michelle decided not to file the second case because of insufficient medical records. So I then obtained more records for her. Unapologetically, she refused without any other reason given. She retroactively un-accepted the case without ever filing it. Michelle made the empty promise to refer my case to her colleague. That was about as honest a statement as anything Michelle says. Few attorneys will want that case now, after it's been sitting on another attorney's desk for eight months, unfiled and then rejected. Michelle is still claiming that their firm does not know my address, though their attorney was here, physically, in person. It's bizarrely irresponsible. I understand that Michelle has a lot of issues with her newborn and with her husband's medical issues, but this is unprofessional. read more

Thank you so much for Bay Area Bicycle Law providing tremendous help to my family! My father got hurt from a car accident when he rode a bike. Since bikers usually don't have insurance like car drivers, we feel hopeless to get any compensation. However, Bay Area Bicycle Lay may it happened. Our family really appreciated Michael's patience to help us! Highly recommend this firm! Most importantly it's free to get consultation and only pay when you win the case! read more

I can't thank Bay Area Bicycle Law enough for everything they've done for us. Michael, Michelle, and the entire team at BABL were professional, patient, kind, and supportive during a very difficult and traumatic time. My partner was struck while cycling and we spent three years in an unpredictable lawsuit. Michael and team were cautious, pragmatic, informative, and genuinely just good humans. We can't thank them enough for everything they did for us. read more

Truly glad I contacted BABL after my bike accident (car turned into bike lane in front of me). James helped me with the case until we reached a *very* good settlement with the insurance company.  While dealing with an insurance company could be a long and complicated process, James made it really smooth and easy for me and took care of everything. I followed his advice at every step and am super happy with the result! Could not ask for a better lawyer! read more

Thank you BABL I could not have asked for better support and representation in my case. Everyone we worked with was extremely professional, kind and friendly. Michael is a wonderful person and was always willing to answer all my questions and provide any information. As a person who used my bicycle daily to commute, go to the grocery store etc. it was a huge event to be hit by a car and lose my only mode of transport and the PTSD that went with being hit. I am extremely grateful to Michael and his team for everything, they are a fantastic firm and excellent lawyers. Thank you again. read more

I reached out for a free consultation after an accident that left me confused how to proceed legally and with insurance. Their online chat service scheduled a phone call with one of their attorneys who got back to me on the next business day. Kyle helped explain all the options, possibilities, and outcomes of the situation. It was great to have a local biker and attorney to speak with. Response time was fast, thorough and they did not charge me for the consultation. A dedicated team of cyclists and attorneys. Highly recommended. read more

So I guess I'm jumping on the same boat as everyone else that has reviewed this firm. If you don't want to read this entire thing, here is the full summary...your search for a real caring firm ends here. Kyle was the lawer that helped me through everything. I called, he answered, I told him exactly what happened to me (I was completely innocent in my accident) and while sitting and waiting for him to explain to me why I need to hire them as my defense and protection against the evil insurance companies, he simply said in simpler terms, you got this, call or email me anytime with questions and I'll help you through it. And boy did he mean it. In fact he was so true to his word that it got to the point to where I felt as if I was stealing his time because any email, question or phone call I had, Kyle answered EVERY SINGLE TIME!!!!!! In fact when it was all over I offered him money as a thank you and he said that they just want to help the biking community. Didn't even ask for this over due review! As the deal was closing, he gave me some last minute advise to help me make proper choices then congratulated me. Not once did he try to sell his services. The only time he even mentioned business was when I mentioned serious pain, then he offered himself as a way to navigate the hospital and insurance paperwork to make sure I didn't get screwed in the end. I cannot urge bikers enough, WORK WITH THESE GUYS!!!! They really care. Thank you Kyle and all in this firm. read more

I am glad I made the call to bay area bicycle law after my bicycle accident. Alvaro Andres worked in my case since the beginning of the settlement. He explained to me everything in words I could understand. He regularly followed up with me on my recovery for 2 years Alvaro Andres was kind, detailed, and always responsive via email and phone. He always took his time to listen to my case, and recovery. Again, I am glad to have the bay area bicycle law, and especially Alvaro Andres, on my side. Highly recommend them. read more

Professional law firm that is passionate about protecting the SF biking community! After getting in a bicycle accident, I sought legal advice from Bay Area Bicycle Law and requested a free consultation. Kyle Smith replied promptly and made a continuous effort to follow-up with me to make sure all my concerns were being addressed. I had no prior experience (thankfully) with how to deal with things after a bike accident, and he provided me with incredibly valuable advice and helped guide me through each step of the process. Unfortunately I ultimately didn't have a case. But if there would ever be another time when I or anyone I know would need to seek legal advice for a bicycle incident, Bay Area Bicycle Law would hands down be my first choice. read more

This is the best law firm that I hope you never have to use! I have been working with Michael and Kyle to resolve a rather "simple" matter. My son and I were hit by a cargo van that was making deliveries for OnTrac. It was the absolute scariest thing that has ever happened to me as a parent. My first thoughts, as I was pulling my son out from under the van..."God, please no, please, please, please let him be ok. How could I let this happen to him...". Of course it wasn't my fault, but the guilt of letting any harm come my son's way comes with the territory of being a parent. My son was responsive and nothing appeared to be broken at the scene. He and I were both wearing helmets and he was in a bicycle seat. After a short ride in an ambulance and a long night at the hospital, we were released after midnight. No broken bones or internal injuries. Thank God. The "simple" matter that Michael and Kyle helped with was giving me direction on getting the driver's insurance information. Sounds simple enough, but 3 months after the accident, after finally getting a police report (yes, Oakland police reports take that long if you can believe it), I still had no insurance information. Both Michael and Kyle provided me some free advice on multiple occasions on how to get this information. My case is not complicated and can be worked out directly with the insurance company. As simple as it sounds, getting this information has been a nightmare. I appreciate the guidance and empathy that both Michael and Kyle exhibited. Definitely the place to go if you are ever injured in a bicycle accident! read more

I was involved in an accident where the driver said I was at fault for hurting the car. Shaken up, sore, and scared, I called Bay Area Bicycle Law for help and left a message. Within an hour, Kyle called me back and walked me through everything. He was so kind and helpful and generous with his time--I never felt like he was rushing me or trying to sell me a service. Just a good human doing good work giving out much appreciated free advice. If I end up needing a lawyer, I'll definitely be coming back here. Thanks for the free consultation! read more

BABL are great! They were able to track down another cyclist that hit me and make a case to his insurance company for compensation. They always responded to my inquires promptly, were transparent in their actions and I received a reasonable settlement for my injuries. Michelle Weiss was a wonderful person and a pleasure to deal with yet a hard as nails attorney. read more

Kyle at Bay Area Bicycle Law was very thorough and informative about bike law in the bay area, as well as the range of problems/incidents that cyclists endure. I really can't say enough good things. Cyclists representing cyclists - a very positive experience! read more

Lucy was in charge of my case and she was on top of every detail! She ensured that I was kept well informed of any changes and is an amazing negotiator. She negotiated 25% off my total medical bill, in addition to more than half off my ambulance bill. After getting the settlement from the third party, she knew it wasn't enough and was able to negotiate my UIM for additional settlements. They are very responsive, professional, and good at what they do. I highly recommend their services to anyone. 5/5 read more

I was a cyclist involved in a "right hook" accident and sustained a hip fracture. A friend of mine who received free help from BABL recommended them to me. I contacted them and received a call from Kyle the same day. We spent quite a bit of time going over details of the accident, what to expect, etc. Throughout the process, Kyle kept me well-informed of updates and was compassionate, often checking in on how I was doing. Aside from gathering my documentation (e.g. health and auto insurance info) and forwarding information/bills/notices/calls that I receive, Kyle has pretty much taken care of everything from end-to-end: from obtaining the police report, negotiating with the insurance companies (4 to my knowledge), etc. I was able to focus on recovering instead of worrying about how to obtain compensation. Communication with Kyle was simple and straightforward. He responded to emails and phone calls quickly and provided answers and explanations in detail without legal jargon. Depending on the severity of your accident and injuries I would highly recommend consulting a lawyer before you consider going through the claims process on your own. My case was relatively simple and did not involve any lawsuit. Even then, there was quite a bit of work to do. My guess is that getting the other party's insurance to pay the max policy limit was probably the easiest part. Negotiating with your own insurance companies to reduce their claim on your compensation took more skills and experience. Just a note about how long the process took - the police report took a few weeks. You need to wait until you are done incurring expenses from doctor visits, tests, bike repair, etc. On top of that the insurance companies will initiate the subrogation process. Kyle took care of the negotiation and the back and forth between them. All in all the process took over 3 months for me to receive my check in the mail. read more

I had a great experience working with Kyle and Bay Area Bicycle Law. They really helped me understand my rights as a bicyclist and come to a fair agreement following an accident. I found their firm to be considerate of my needs, professional, quick to get back to me, and efficient when it came to my time. Highly recommended! read more

If it weren't for Kyle Smith at Bay Area Bicycle Law, I would've been running in circles to get Uber to take responsibility for hitting me for a very long time. Having him and his team manage correspondence with Uber's lawyers and actively negotiate with them to get to a place that we all felt comfortable with was such a relief. I hope that whoever needs this sort of service in the future will look no further. Thank you, BABL for all your hard work and for supporting our cycling community. read more

I'll state the most important point first: Kyle at Bay Area Bicycle Law worked with my insurance company to obtain a settlement amount that I would never have thought possible. Even now it almost seems unreal. I was hit by a car while riding in Berkeley. Because my medical bills were relatively small, I was tempted to contact my insurance company myself. My wife encouraged me to work through the process with a legal advocate, and that is exactly what Mr. Smith was for me - an advocate. He obtained a life-changing amount of money as a result of the injuries I sustained. I would never have been able to do this on my own. Besides the amazing outcome, Mr. Smith is communicative, transparent, genuine, and literally handled 100% of all work. I did nothing. If you have Mr. Smith and Bay Area Bicycle Law representing you then consider yourself very lucky. As a side note, I initially went with a different law firm but was very dissatisfied with their response time and lack of clarity. I moved my case to BABL. I have high standards and I was extremely happy with Kyle Smith and Bay Area Bicycle Law. read more

I was doored by a car while on a training ride in Oakland last Summer. I spoke with several attorneys who all made my case seem like a huge time consuming process which may not result in any financial payoff for me. I spoke with Michael over the phone and in 5 minutes it was clear that he was the guy to handle my case. Over the course of several months I probably spent in total 2 hours of my time emailing and signing documents during which time I never had to go to a lawyers office, to special doctors, experts, depositions, etc (all of which the other law firms told me would be inevitable). Michael's office handled everything for me. I truly appreciate the way that Michael handled my case, he always responded quickly and was a pleasure to deal with. The result that he was able to achieve was far beyond what I had imagined getting for this accident with absolutely no requirement for my time or attention. I would not hesitate to refer Bay Area Bicycle Law to all of my bicycle agencies and associations as well as to any riding friends who need representation, you will not find any better lawyer at handling bicycling related issues in the bay area. If you've been involved in any type of bicycle accident and you do not talk to Bay Area Bicycle Law you are making a HUGE mistake. THANKS MICHAEL!!!!!!!!!! read more

I highly recommend Michael Stephenson's services as an attorney. He and his team did a wonderful job in representing my case and achieved an excellent result - much more than expected. My wife and I are both attorneys, but we selected Michael without a personel referral. This is very rare in our business. We made this decision based on his education, legal, and work experience. A big plus to us was that Michael has "big law" experience, i.e., he worked at large, top-rated law firm, which really speaks to his education and work ethic. We also liked that he specializes in bicycle accidents, and not general PI. I was injured on my way to work by a driver who cut into the bike lane without looking, and I ended up taking a ride by ambulance to SF General due to severe injuries to my shoulder and leg. In my case, fault was not an issue but rather the driver's (a college student with zero income and assets) extremely low insurance cap. The driver's liability insurance ($15k) did not even cover the trip to the ER. Luckily, I was covered through my auto insurance for the difference, but negotiating with my insurer was the most difficult part of the process. However, Michael persevered and achieved the best results possible. Throughout the case, he and his team provided excellent communication and reassurance. I would not hesitate to rehire Bay Area Bicycle Law again if the need arose. read more

Two years ago I was involved in a collision with a major taxi corporation. I was violently thrown off my bike due to the driver attempting an illegal u turn. I was nineteen, uninsured, and barely making ends meet when I received my first hospital bill of 20 grand. The taxi company claimed that the driver wasn't making a u-turn and that the accident was my fault. I didn't know what I was going to do until someone pointed me in the right direction and that was with the hard-working team at Bay Area Bicycle Law. Michael Stephenson, Michelle Weiss, and John Poulter worked together to make the best out of my circumstances. They were with me every step of the way. Michael handled my deposition and arbitration without breaking a sweat, showing that he is one of the best representatives you can have when you find yourself in a situation similar to mine. Michelle Weiss and John Poulter were the ones to represent me during my trial and for that I could not be more grateful. Michelle and John always made me feel at ease and always offered the best possible advice. At one point Michelle noticed how stressed out the trial had caused me to be and actually sent me to go get a massage. And John was always offering constant reassurance when he sensed I needed it. We met a lot of walls during this trial (not to mention the cab corporation's top defense lawyer and their team of paid expert witnesses) but Michelle and John were able to step around them to get the verdict we worked hard for. I expect a lot of great things to come from these two! Thank you Bay Area Bicycle Law for getting me back on my feet (or bike, I should say!) read more

Michael Stephenson and Bay Area Bike Law are so so amazing--I am honored to write a recommendation for them. I hope that every bicyclist in the Bay Area has them on speed dial. We have to protect ourselves in this city--no one else will stand up for bikers! I was on my bike in the bike lane when a car doored me. I ended up at General Hospital trauma center and soon, I had crazy medical bills showing up. Meanwhile, the guy who hit me's insurance was totally stonewalling and unresponsive. They sneakily called my partner and tried to get him to contradict my story. Total creeps. I could NOT have made it work out on my own. So I called BABL and I am so happy I did! Michael got it done. He was responsive, friendly, professional, open and especially dogged. he gave me great advice and worked hard to help me with this mess. I am VERY HAPPY with his work and HIGHLY recommend him and BABL. Call now! read more

Getting hit while biking was terrifying and frustrating - before I saw my hospital bills. I was deemed "at fault" at the scene despite the fact that I was going straight and the car was making a left turn. Michelle and others at Bay Area Bicycle Law were incredible. They responded to all of my questions and helped me with my case. I cannot recommend them enough! read more

Michael, Michelle and the lovely people at Bay Area Bicycle Law were so helpful and happily took the time to guide me through every step of the way after getting in a cycling accident. They were timely, organized and thoughtful throughout the entire process. If you are even considering whether you need a lawyer for your bike accident, I would highly suggest BABL. read more

I was in a bike accident a few years ago where the driver was completely at fault. I got great advice from Kyle and he was a tremendous help. Kyle didn't represent me, but he still took about 15 minutes out of his day two times to talk me through what I needed to do and assisted via email a few times. If you are in a serious bike accident or even something minor, definitely give these guys a call. I don't think I would have gotten everything I deserved without his help. 5 stars for sure. read more

I've had been road cycling for years without any major injuries, excluding a couple of scratches and bruises, mostly caused by flat tires. Sure, I had a couple of close encounters with motor vehicles, but you can consider me lucky. Well, all that changed about a year ago when I was hit by a vehicle that ran the stop sign. Lucky to be alive, I finished with broken bones and ended missing several months of work, not to mention the pains and inconvenience that comes with such injury. I knew from the beginning that dealing with the Insurance company will be a pain in the ass and that I will not be able to go through it all by myself. After carefully scouring the web for references I decided to consult Michael Stephenson and Bay Area Bicycle Law. He patiently went over the details of my case with me and advised on the options. Not at any time he was pushy or try to "sell" the spiel. Michael was very frank and honest, and from that point on I knew immediately he is someone I want to handle my case. For almost the whole year, Michael was diligently working on my case, having the right answers whenever I needed them. After a lot of exhausting paperwork and back and forth with the insurance companies and courts, he was able to negotiate a settlement that was fair and reasonable considering the damages suffered. I knew from the get-go that lawyer services are not exactly a bargain, but Michael was upfront and honest about that from the beginning and I was aware of the fees. Also, there was a lot of paperwork that I had to complete but Michael and his team were always there to offer assistance and answer questions. I am now back on the bike and hopefully my car vs bicycle quota has been met. But, if you find yourself in a situation where you are injured while riding by fault not of your own, please make sure to have Michael's number handy. He will not sell you the case, but instead advise you properly of your options. From my experience, Bay Area Bicycle Law completely met my expectations and I highly recommend keeping their contact number. Because just like with those jumper cables in your car, you never know when you might need it... read more

This review is long overdue, but wanted to get my two cents in. Last year I was "car-doored" and ended up with a broken hand, and out of work for two months. I had never been in any type of situation like this, and wasn't quite sure how to proceed. I made a few calls and came upon BABL. My first talk with Michael on the phone was so reassuring and he laid all my options out in layman's terms. I moved ahead and hired them and throughout the entire 6 - 7 month process, Michael, Michelle and John were slugging away for me with the 3rd party insurance and ended up with a healthy out of court settlement. I've never sued anyone before and wasn't looking at trying to get a million dollars out of this. I just wanted my hospital bills covered, some pain and suffering and lost wages. Even after the settlement came down in November, I was still having issues in February with MY insurance trying to screw me over, and Michael jumped back in for me and guided me through a few more bumps in the road at no cost. He just wanted to make sure I was getting things sorted out. I highly recommend Michael, Michelle and John at Bay Area Bicycle Law...... read more

After my bike accident I handled the initial communication with the driver's insurance up until the determination of liability, but at that point felt a lot more comfortable having an attorney on my side who knew the ins and outs of maximizing a settlement. The added variable of the "lien" place by my health insurance company for costs they help cover was not something I had any clue about dealing with. My initial phone call with Michael left me feeling certain I had found the right team to help me out. From then on, his associate Michelle handled my case, which spanned nearly 6 months. She kept me in the loop every step of the way and in the end was able to negotiate a great settlement as well as a reduced lien from my insurance. Highly recommended! read more

Michael Stephenson and his team are light in a complicated web surrounding bicyclists rights in the bay area. This is a team with compassion for bicyclists who never foresee themselves facing accidental repercussions of an active hobby or fun exercise. Following my bike accident in Mountain View, I was in discussion with the vehicle owner's insurance company through snail mail and email. The discussions were starting to feel uncomfortable for me, as I had never had to engage with an insurance company for any accident prior. I reached out to Michael and his team last year in May at a turning point with the vehicle owner and her insurance company - we were not seeing eye to eye on liability and the nuances of the case. Thanks to Michael's generous time, good will and consultancy, I gained an insight into bicyclists rights which led me to small claims court. It was the right decision and I would have never found the counsel I needed without Bay Area Bicycle Law. Michael took an interest in my case even when there was limited time window for me to act upon. He guided me on how to prepare for small claims court, and what the court's expectation might be. Thank you so much Michael and team - those 4 months leading up to my case were very hard, and your counsel was priceless. It has been 10 months, I received yet another follow up from the vehicle owner/insurance company. I reached out to Michael and his team again, and without hesitation, received the encouragement and advice I needed to act immediately on the paper trail. This level of support and counsel is rare and hence this recommendation on Yelp :) Thanks to Michael and his team for standing by, giving me the courage to face a hard battle in the bay area so I could stand up for my rights. read more

If you are ever unfortunate enough to get hit on your bike, you should call Michael at Bay Area Bicycle Law immediately. I was so glad I got in contact with Michael immediately after my accident, which turned out to involve a very costly and painful surgery, and months of not knowing who the driver was. What I loved so much about Michael and Michelle at this law firm is that they were incredibly straightforward about the legal process with me, patiently explaining every issue that I was concerned about. They never inundated me with unnecessary details, but I found that they always had my back, whether I knew it or not. They strategized with me on settlement negotiations and made sure that we were in consensus before moving forward. I am very grateful towards Michael and Michelle for making this experience so positive and I could not recommend them enough. read more

Michael at Bay Area Bicycle Law helped me through an extremely complicated case that I could have never worked through on my own. I was hit on my bike and the driver claimed I had run a red light (which was not the case). I ended up with a broken elbow that required surgery. The case took a long time and didn't come out how I had hoped, but it was resolved satisfactorily considering how complicated things got. What I really liked about BABL was how prompt and clear the communication was. I wasn't burdened with loads of complicated communications while advice was readily given anytime I needed it. In the end I was able to settle without going to court - a big relief! One piece of advice: If you sustain any injury during a bike accident: get to police to come and hopefully determine who's at fault. It's VERY hard to navigate a case where no fault is determined. Thanks BABL! read more