San Francisco Motorcycle Accident Attorneys

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Over $100M Recovered for our clients

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Fighting For The Compensation That You Are Entitled To

For over 30 years, our experienced San Francisco Motorcycle Accident Attorneys have been protecting the rights of individuals throughout the State of California. Our goal is simple: To give injury victims a brighter future by securing the compensation they deserve. Call us at (415) 442-4646 to schedule your free consultation today.

It’s true that motorcycles can be dangerous, but it’s not because motorcyclists are inherently bad drivers. It’s because bikes aren’t as visible as other vehicles on the road, and reckless drivers are everywhere. Regardless, motorcyclists are often treated unfairly by insurance companies and individuals. This is especially unfortunate when considering the fact that motorcycle accidents are more likely to result in catastrophic injuries than other types of wrecks, and these injury victims often benefit from all the help they can get. At Delfino, Green & Green, we know that motorcycles can offer a safe, scenic mode of transportation. We also know the obstacles that many motorcyclists face in the aftermath of an accident, thanks in part to our lead trial attorney William Green, a longtime motorcycle enthusiast. Keep reading to learn how our San Francisco Motorcycle Accident Attorney can help you get compensation for your injuries and why pursuing it’s so important. It doesn’t matter who you are or what you were driving—if you were injured in an accident caused by someone else’s recklessness, you deserve compensation. Contact Delfino, Green & Green to get started on your case.

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Motorcycle Accidents In San Francisco: Why Do They Happen?

If you live in San Francisco, you know that the streets here are congested, especially at rush hour. With the hilly landscape obscuring the horizon and a sea of cars vying for space, it’s essential for drivers to pay attention, obey traffic laws and check their mirrors frequently. Unfortunately, not all drivers are so diligent.

Many motorcycle accidents are caused by inattentive, distracted or negligent drivers. Another factor to consider is the fact that motorcyclists have a reduced profile, which means that drivers don’t always see them at a glance. With an abrupt or careless move, they can cause catastrophic injuries to motorcyclists, including permanent disability and even death.

Make no mistake—motorcyclists are at a higher risk for serious injuries than other drivers. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 80% of reported motorcycle crashes result in injury or death. However, that doesn’t mean that all motorcyclists are irresponsible drivers; it simply means that they’re more vulnerable.

Close up of a black motorcycle helmet on the street with overturned motorbike onthe background

Steps to Take After a Motorcycle Accident

In the moments after a motorcycle crash, it’s not uncommon to be confused, shocked and severely injured. It’s critical for accident victims to consider the following actions:

Move to safety. Many collisions leave motorcyclists in the road. If you were in an accident, the first thing you should do is move away from traffic.
Keep protective gear on. When you’re in a wreck, your body floods with adrenaline, which dulls your pain. Even if you think you’re ok, it’s important to leave protective gear on until the ambulance arrives so that you don’t further injure yourself.
Call 911. After you’re safely out of the street, call 911 if possible. If not, wait for someone to stop and ask them to make the call.
Gather evidence. If you haven’t suffered severe injuries and have a working phone with a camera, take pictures of everything you can: your motorcycle, their car, their license plate, their insurance card, your injuries, etc.
Seek medical care. Even if you’re pretty sure you’re ok, it’s a good idea to go to the emergency room for a complete checkup. Make sure to keep the doctor’s report for documentation.
Call Motorcycle Accident Attorney. After you give yourself some time to recover, you may want to consider contacting a San Francisco Motorcycle Accident Attorney to review your case. They may be able to secure compensation for your injuries.
Get a copy of the police report. Ask the police for a copy of your accident report. It will be an essential piece of evidence should you pursue a case.

If you don’t remember anything else, remember that the first priority after an accident is always your safety. However, there is a time limit to file an accident case, so calling a lawyer should be the first thing you do when you’re able.

Why Hire a San Francisco Motorcycle Accident Attorney?

After a serious motorcycle accident, starting a personal injury lawsuit is probably the last thing on your mind. But here’s what you need to understand: Depending on the severity of your injuries, you may suffer financial losses far into the future. Suing the person who caused your accident isn’t about punishing them—it’s about receiving the compensation you need to get the treatment you deserve.

Damages to Include in Your Accident Settlement

Motorcycle accident victims don’t just suffer physical injuries; they can suffer financially, emotionally and psychologically as well. When you’re calculating your settlement amount, make sure to consider the following damages:

Medical bills
Future treatment costs
Lost wage
Loss of earning capability
Disability
Disfigurement
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Loss of enjoyment of life
Property damage
Pain and suffering

This is by no means a definitive list of damages you can include in your settlement amount. Not sure how to calculate it on your own? That’s not a problem—an experienced personal injury lawyer can help you prepare a comprehensive list of losses.

Delfino, Green & Green: Premier San Francisco Motorcycle Accident Attorney

Motorcycles wouldn’t be as dangerous if the road were full of courteous, responsible drivers. Unfortunately, distracted driving, alcohol consumption and speeding are just some of the many ways in which drivers’ negligence leads to motorcycle wrecks. If you were severely injured in a motorcycle wreck caused by someone else, or if you lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident, you deserve compensation from the responsible party. When you’re looking for a San Francisco Motorcycle Accident Attorney, our firm Delfino, Green & Green has your back. As the city’s premier personal injury firm, we know everything there is to know about these accidents, including the most effective way to handle your case. And the best part? We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning we don’t get paid until you do.

Frequently Asked Questions About Motorcycle Accident Injuries

Yes, not wearing a helmet can impact your claim, especially if you suffered a head injury. California law requires helmets, and insurance companies may argue that your injuries were worsened by your failure to comply. However, you may still recover compensation, depending on the circumstances and type of injury.

Look for an attorney with proven experience in motorcycle injury cases, strong client reviews, and a track record of favourable verdicts or settlements. Delfino Green & Green offers personalised, aggressive representation backed by years of success in serious injury claims.

Yes. Psychological injuries like PTSD, anxiety, or depression are compensable in a personal injury claim. You’ll need medical documentation and possibly expert testimony to connect the condition to the crash.

Immediately. Early legal involvement helps preserve critical evidence, avoid missteps with insurance companies, and ensure your claim is filed within the statute of limitations.

Absolutely. Motorcycle accidents often involve severe injuries, disputed liability, and complex insurance tactics. A lawyer can protect your rights, calculate your true damages, and negotiate for maximum compensation.

Yes. If another party’s negligence caused the crash, you have the right to sue for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. In fatal cases, surviving family members may pursue a wrongful death claim.

It depends. Minor claims may settle within a few months, while complex cases involving serious injuries or litigation may take a year or more. Factors include the extent of injuries, liability disputes, and willingness to negotiate.

Yes, California is the only state where lane splitting is legal, but it must be done safely. If you were lane splitting during your crash, it does not automatically make you liable, though insurers may attempt to use it against you.

Common injuries include road rash, fractures, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), spinal cord injuries, and internal damage. Even minor accidents can cause long-term consequences for motorcyclists.

Settlements vary widely based on the severity of the injury, medical costs, lost income, and liability. Minor injuries may settle for $10,000–$50,000, while serious or permanent injuries can result in six- or seven-figure awards.

Yes. Insurance companies often offer lowball settlements to close the case quickly. An experienced attorney can evaluate whether the offer reflects the full value of your damages and fight for a better one if it does not.

You may still have a claim under your uninsured motorist (UM) coverage, even if there was no physical contact. These cases are complex, and documentation such as dashcam footage or eyewitnesses is key.

California follows pure comparative negligence, meaning your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. Even if you were partly responsible, you can still recover damages.

Do not accept any offers without consulting a lawyer. Insurers aim to minimise payouts. A qualified attorney can review your offer, assess your case value, and negotiate better terms on your behalf.

In most cases, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury claim. If a government vehicle was involved, you may have as little as six months to act.

Yes. If your loved one died due to another driver’s negligence, you may be eligible to file a wrongful death lawsuit for funeral costs, lost income, emotional loss, and other damages.

Most personal injury attorneys, including Delfino Green & Green, work on a contingency fee basis. That means you pay nothing upfront, and the attorney only gets paid if they win your case.

Yes. Your health insurer may seek reimbursement (subrogation) from your settlement, but that does not prevent you from recovering full compensation for your injuries, pain, and lost wages.

Police reports, eyewitness testimony, photos, dashcam or surveillance footage, expert accident reconstruction, and medical records can all help establish fault.

Yes. Delfino Green & Green offers free, no-obligation consultations. We’ll review your case, explain your rights, and help you decide the best path forward.

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Verdicts & Settlements

We’ve recovered millions for our clients

Construction Death

The husband and father of 4 young children was working at a construction site when he died because of another contractor’s negligence. After more than two years of hard fought litigation, our team of experts was able to win a tremendous victory on behalf of our clients and ensure that all of their financial needs will be met. We could not bring back the husband/father for this family, but we were able to protect them from the financial devastation that can and often does result where the primary source of income for the family is taken away. We then worked with our team of financial planners to make sure that this family will always have financial security.

$10,400,000

Bad Faith Insurance Claim

Insurance Coverage/Bad Faith Bad Faith – Pollution Coverage Prior to forming his own firm, Mr. Green worked at one of the largest and most prestigious firms in the U.S. He was the primary attorney on an environmental insurance case that went to trial in San Francisco. After a several week trial, Mr. Green came away with a trial verdict against the insurers with a value of over $10,000,000 in available insurance coverage.

$10,000,000

Traumatic Brain Injury

A 16 year old developmentally disabled kid was hit by a bus while in a crosswalk. He suffered a concussion which turned into post concussive syndrome, where the symptoms of the concussion don’t heal completely. This is also known as a mild Traumatic Brain Injury (“mTBI”). Our firm was hired as trial counsel 6 months before trial because of our expertise in TBIs as well as cutting edge trial techniques. When we first associated into the case, there was a very minimal settlement offer and it did not appear that the Defense was taking the case seriously. Our team of attorneys, experts and staff immediately immersed ourselves in the case as we prepared to demonstrate the catastrophic consequences of this incident. Shortly before trial, the Defense could see that we had put all the pieces together to prove liability and that full justice for our young client required damages in the many millions of dollars. The matter settled for $5,750,000.

$5,750,000

Disability Claim

Disability – Neurological Issues Our client became disabled from neurological issues. Our attorneys were able to work with the client and his physicians to quickly assemble all of the documentation necessary to support out client’s claim of total disability. The insurer agreed that our client was totally disabled and paid his claim.

$2,400,000

Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic Brain Injury to Child A three year old child was being carried across the street when she was struck by an oncoming car. The child suffered a serious traumatic brain injury when she hit the ground. Her injuries were so serious she had to be hospitalized for several months. Our firm negotiated a settlement of $2,000,000 by forcing the payment of all of the available insurance from the driver’s automobile insurer ($1,250,000), the entire amount of the homeowners insurance limits available ($500,000), and all of the amounts that the person carrying the little girl was able to recover from the negligent driver ($250,000). We then arranged for another firm to prepare and fund a large Special Needs Trust for the health and welfare of the injured child.

$2,000,000

Heart Condition Disability

Our client became disabled by a heart attack. The insurer refused to pay, claiming that our client was still able to perform his occupation. We met with all of our client’s doctors, obtained reports confirming the client’s inability to perform his prior occupation, and ultimately convinced the insurance company to pay the claim in full.

$1,800,000

Builder’s Risk/Collapse

A contractor suffered a severe collapse at one of his sites. The claim was submitted to the insurer and denied. Mr. Green reviewed all of the facts, researched the law, and brought together the necessary experts to prove that the Contractor’s Builders Risk insurer was responsible for a substantial portion of the loss. He also proved that a subcontractor was negligent and the subcontractor’s insurer also paid a substantial settlement. In total, Mr. Green was able to obtain more than $1,700,000 in compensation for his client.

$1,700,000

Traumatic Brain Injury

Our client suffered a mild Traumatic Brain Injury when heavy object struck her in the head. The responsible party denied all fault and insisted until the very end that our client had not suffered a brain injury and offered nothing to settle the case. Our firm assembled a team of world renowned expert‘s to demonstrate that our client had suffered a mild Traumatic brain injury. The case settled shortly before trial.

$1,000,000

Heart Condition Disability

Our client had worked for the government for many years when she began suffering from a serious heart condition. All of her doctors told her that she could no longer work and if she continued to do so, she would be risking further injury to her heart or even death.

$1,000,000

Traumatic Hand Injury

Our client was working at a manufacturing plant. While operating a piece of machinery, his glove became caught in the machinery and part of his hand was severely injured. Ordinarily, this type of injury would be restricted to remedies available through Worker’s Compensation. However, through the knowledge, ingenuity, and creativity of our team of attorneys, we were also able to obtain a very substantial civil settlement for our client in addition to the workers comp settlement of his case.

$985,000

Aviation Death Settlement

A husband and father of two small children was killed in an aviation accident involving a small aircraft. Our firm represented the widow and two children against the pilot of the aircraft. By hiring experts in aviation (to prove negligence) and economists (to prove damages), and utilizing William Green’s expertise as an instrument-rated pilot, we were able to make a very powerful case and obtain a very favorable settlement that allowed the family to survive financially.

$975,000

Forklift Accident

A construction supervisor went to pick up some materials for a construction job. A worker at the yard neglected to set the parking brake on a piece of heavy equipment a few yards away. While the construction supervisor had his back turned, the machine rolled into him, pinning him against the side of his pick-up truck. He suffered several broken ribs, but that was the least of his injuries. Within several weeks of the accident, he had partially lost his sight. By working with medical experts, our firm was able to directly connect the sight loss to the injuries caused by the machine that rolled into our client. The case settled at Mediation without any need for a trial.

$700,000

Words of Praise from Our Clients

“Such amazing and professional attorneys. I would (and have) highly recommend Bill Green to anyone who needs a professional and classy individual for representation. I was self represented for a year and a half, and the opposing attorney was just disrespectful, and unprofessional with her personal opinions which spun the case out of control. Bill has the right attitude and level headed legal knowledge to assert whats wrong and bring justice where it is needed. My case is very much on the right track because of Bill.”

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“Bill Green taking my case was life changing, I truly do not know what I would have done had I not retained his services. It was not easy finding a competent lawyer such as Bill in this field. Bill and his team are incredibly caring, ethical and kind, that is not easy to find these days. When Bill or a member of his team say they will do something, it gets done. Bill and team are always patient and make time for me. What stands out the most is Bill's expertise, professionalism, knowledge and concern for his clients best interest. With his calm and approachable demeanor, genuine caring personality, I always feel I can contact him. Bill is an incredibly competent lawyer and a true gem. I would (and have) highly recommend Bill Green to anyone needing representation.”

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“Delfino Green & Green handled my disability case in the San Francisco Bay Area and I recommend them highly. Bill Green was thorough in evaluating my case and explaining the issues to me. I felt they were a strong advocate and were attentive and concerned with protecting my best interests. They kept me up to date and communicated well. I am a physician and was referred to them by another physician so they can be called 'the doctors' lawyer.'”

Kenneth F
“The attorneys here are simultaneously the most competent and the most willing to go above and beyond for their clients in the areas of law they practice. The attorneys here are extremely competent, and the attorneys at this law firm have inspired me to practice law not for money nor personal glory, but for simply making a positive impact on people's lives and on society, especially for individuals who have been wrongly treated. This firm embodies every attribute that an ideal attorney should carry in their careers. From tenacity to compassion and going above and beyond for the sake of their clients, you're truly in the best hands if your case is lucky enough to be accepted by these high level attorneys.”

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San Francisco Motorcycle Accident Attorney

Fighting For The Compensation That You Are Entitled To

Contact A San Francisco Motorcycle Accident Attorney

Motorcycle Accidents In San Francisco: Why Do They Happen?

Steps to Take After a Motorcycle Accident

Why Hire a San Francisco Motorcycle Accident Attorney?

Damages to Include in Your Accident Settlement

Delfino, Green & Green: Premier San Francisco Motorcycle Accident Attorney

Frequently Asked Questions About Motorcycle Accident Injuries

Schedule Your Free Consultation

Personal Injury Types

Verdicts & Settlements

Words of Praise from Our Clients

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