Riding Safely: Who’s at fault for a Motorcycle Accident in California?

Understanding California's "Percentage of Fault" Laws for Motorcycle Accidents Motorcycle riders share the roads with other vehicles, and just like car drivers, they have rights and responsibilities. However, some laws in California treat motorcycles differently. While motorcyclists can do things like lane splitting, it can sometimes lead to serious accidents.   California Civil Code and Comparative Fault Rules for Motorcycle Accidents When a motorcycle rider is in an accident, they can seek compensation from the responsible party through a lawyer. But often, both the rider and the other party share some blame. For example, maybe the rider made an illegal turn, but the other...