This is one of the most common concerns I hear from injured cyclists. Cyclist: “What if this was partly my fault?” Good lawyer: “Let’s talk about what happened. Even if you are partly to blame, you’re likely still entitled to compensation.” End scene. A lot of cyclists assume that if they made a mistake, they don’t have a case. I
You’re riding in your nice, predictable bike lane… and then suddenly: Orange cones. “Lane Closed” signs. A trench where your bike lane used to be. Construction happens. But when a bike lane disappears, what are your rights – and what should you do? Here’s what California cyclists need to know. 1. Is It Legal to Ride in Traffic When a
A Data-Driven Analysis of Bicycle Injury Rates (2021–2023) When people ask where it’s safest to ride in Central Contra Costa or the Tri-Valley, they usually expect a quick answer. Instead, we ran the numbers. Using official California crash data from OTS Crash Rankings* for bicyclists killed or injured in reported crashes from 2021–2023, we analyzed: Lafayette Orinda Moraga Pleasant Hill
Cyclists expect potholes. Maybe distracted drivers. What they don’t expect? A dog turning their ride into an ambulance trip. If you’re a dog lover, then living in the San Francisco Bay Area is the perfect place for you. Dogs are often treated like family in these parts. They’re our dining partners, personal trainers, and therapists. And like anyone else sharing
Did you hear? Teens have gone wild on e-bikes. Shocking, I know. Jokes aside, this isn’t just a click-worthy headline — it’s something that recently happened right here in Moraga and Lafayette. What Happened: Teens Flee Police on E-Bikes in Lamorinda In January 2026, a group of teenagers in Moraga and Lafayette were riding Class 3 e-bikes without licenses and
The latest on the ever-evolving electric bike “race”: California Legislature introduced Assembly Bill 1942 (AB 1942), officially titled the E-Bike Accountability Act. Simply put, the bill proposes California DMV registration and license plates for Class 2 and Class 3 electric bicycles. Now before anyone panics or celebrates – this bill is still in progress. And like all legislation, it could
When consulting with potential clients, I often hear the same doubts from injured riders, usually in the form of a single question: “Was I at fault?” Often followed by, “Ugh I wish I hadn’t done that… does this mean insurance won’t cover my medical bills?” While showing humility is often a good thing, after a bicycle crash it can leave
It’s the start of 2026, and Paceline Law is wishing you a very happy New Year. California e-bike laws 2026 bring major changes to battery safety, labeling requirements, and how electric bikes are regulated statewide. Surprise, surprise, electric bicycles continue to be a hot topic! Here’s what you need to know about new and pending e-bike laws for 2026, as
Recently, I was perusing my email, as one does, and came across a rather surprising update. Bike East Bay’s November 12 newsletter reported the California Air Resources Board (CARB) “quietly discontinued” the California E-Bike Incentive Project (EBIP). [ This is the program that offered vouchers, to California residents, of up to $2,000 to purchase new electric bikes. ] Checking CARB’s
Alerting All Bay Area Cyclists: Weekday Access Limited on Richmond–San Rafael Bridge Path The Richmond–San Rafael Bridge bike and pedestrian path opened in 2019 as a major step toward a more connected, bike-friendly Bay Area. Less than six years later, that access is being restricted to help relieve rising car congestion on I-580. Below are the updated access hours, shuttle
