RESULTS

Cycling law is a unique and specialized form of personal injury law. Navigating its complexities requires an insightful knowledge of the California Vehicle Code as it applies to cyclists that many general personal injury lawyers don’t have. This is where Tom’s unique experience as a bike attorney shines: thanks to his history as a lifelong cyclist and his deep knowledge of cycling law, he’s taken on many cases that were initially rejected or dropped by other lawyers, winning substantial settlements and jury awards. While he’s proud of his excellent track record fighting for the compensation his clients deserve, Tom is also grateful for the opportunity to help his fellow cyclists receive closure after their accidents so that they can get back in the saddle. 

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Here is a sampling of the many wins that Tom has earned on behalf of his clients:

$760,000

Motorist made unsafe left turn and cyclist required major shoulder surgery

$700,000

Wrongful death of cyclist who was struck by a passing truck that did not abide by California’s three-foot law

$400,000

Motorist turned left directly in the path of cyclist, who suffered a fractured pelvis, multiple contusions, and abrasions

$300,000

Motorist made unsafe left turn

$298,000

Cyclist on her daily walk was struck by a vehicle as she was using the crosswalk

$250,000

Motorist made unsafe left turn and cyclist required complete hip replacement

$250,000

Cyclist versus big rig; $16,000.00 was offered at mediation

$200,000

Cyclist versus cyclist on bike path, contested liability

$176,000

Unleashed dog chased and injured cyclist

$125,000

Cyclist injured by inattentive third party

$115,000

Cyclist versus City of Los Angeles, road defect

$110,000

Valet parked a car and opened the driver’s side door without looking; the client was “doored” while riding past

$100,000

Motorist made unsafe left turn and cyclist suffered several fractures

$100,000

Cyclist was “doored” while riding in San Jose

$100,000

Cyclist fractured his hip when a vehicle attempted a U-turn in front of him; the police report placed the cyclist as being the primary factor for his own injuries and did not fault the driver of the vehicle

$100,000

Cyclist versus cyclist collision on bike trail; we recovered through the other cyclist’s home owner’s insurance

$100,000

Cyclist injured as a result of a pothole; settled with a public entity

$90,000

Cyclist injured by vehicle running a stop sign

$75,000

Driver made a right turn directly into our client’s path. Driver’s insurance company offered limits of $15,000; additional $60,000 recovered through cyclist’s UM policy

$72,500

Cyclist injured due to road defect; the city was sued and settled

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$60,000

Cyclist injured when motorist struck him from behind as he attempted to change lanes; insurance company argued their insured was not responsible and that the cyclist should have been more careful before attempting to switch lanes

$60,000

Cyclist injured when bike pedal failed due to manufacturing defect

$60,000

Motorist made unsafe left turn and cyclist was injured; claims adjuster argued that it was almost dark and cyclist did not have adequate lighting on bike

$50,000

Motorist made unsafe left turn into a driveway and cyclist was injured. Insurance company paid out the limits of $15,000; we collected an additional $35,000 from the client’s underinsured motorist coverage

$50,000

Cyclist was injured when driver did not keep a proper lookout

$50,000

Cyclist injured when driver opened her car door in front of cyclist

$45,000

Cyclist was hit from behind by inattentive driver

$45,000

Cyclist injured when he was hit while attempting to cross the street; police report said cyclist was at fault for accident

$42,500

Driver ran stop sign and collided with cyclist in intersection

$40,000

Motorist made unsafe left turn and cyclist was injured. Cyclist attempted to negotiate himself with the insurance carrier and was offered $5,000.00 to settle the case; the insurance company refused to increase their offer, settling much higher only after client retained our office

$30,000

Cyclist was injured after a car made an abrupt right turn from the number two lane.

$30,000

Motorist attempted a left turn and client could not stop in time, resulting in significant “soft tissue” injuries

$27,500

Cyclist was “doored” while on her way to work

$27,000

Cyclist was riding on the sidewalk and was hit by a vehicle leaving a parking lot

$25,000

Auto versus auto uninsured motorist claim

$25,000

Cyclist injured when struck from behind by inattentive driver

$16,500

Cyclist injured by vehicle passing too closely

$15,000

Cyclist injured when driver cut in front of client, who swerved to avoid impact and hit the pavement. Client attempted to handle the case himself and was offered $700.00 to settle the case; after he retained our office, the case settled for the much higher policy limits

$15,000

Motorist made unsafe left turn and cyclist was injured; police report blamed the cyclist. The insurance company denied liability and the cyclist’s first attorney dropped the case; the case settled for the insurance policy limits after our office was retained

$15,000

Cyclist was hit while riding on the sidewalk; police report blamed the cyclist. After our office concluded its investigation, it was discovered the cyclist was allowed to be on the sidewalk in that particular location and the case settled for insurance policy limits

Contact Us To See If You Have A Case

Tom offers free, easy, and confidential phone consultations with no pressure or obligation.
You can call him any time at (626) 720-4411 to discuss the details of your case.
Learn more about Tom’s areas of practice and more about his offer of a free consultation.

This does not constitute a guarantee, warrantee, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

“If you need a truly excellent and professional caring legal team,
then I highly recommend the Law Offices of Thomas Forsyth.”   – Ms. Jackson