Legal Support from Lawyers Who Ride
At Bonnici Law Group, we get it – because we ride, too.
The sport of road cycling is one of the best ways to see our beautiful city of San Diego, but also one of the more dangerous.
Every day cyclists are hurt when hit by distracted motorists, or drivers who push the limits on safety with acts of road-rage or lack of knowledge regarding cyclist’s rights on the road.
Biking is an extremely popular sport in San Diego. It serves as an eco-friendly way to get around the city, save on gas, commute to work, and get some exercise. Unfortunately, motor vehicle drivers are not always careful around cyclists, with thousands of bicycle accidents occurring every year in the United States. Since cyclists are less protected than those in vehicles, the injuries they sustain are far more catastrophic or fatal. Additionally, a sudden car door opening or a swerving vehicle could send a cyclist veering into the path of oncoming traffic to avoid a collision.
At Bonnici Law Group, your goals are our goals.
Common forms of driver negligence that cause bicycle accidents include the following:
- Careless driving
- Aggressive driving/road rage
- Left-turn collision
- Right-hand turn collision (often called a “right hook” collision)
- Accidents at intersections
- Opening vehicle doors into cyclist's path
- Impaired driving
In 2024 there was over 400,000 emergency department treated bicycle injuries in the U.S. Around 79% of these accidents happened in urban settings. Catastrophic and life-threatening injuries include traumatic brain injury, internal organ damage, loss of motor control, spinal cord injury, bone fractures, and more. Often, drivers don't realize that cyclists have the same right to use public roads as motor vehicles. When motor vehicle drivers fail to follow these rules, it can lead to significant injuries.
As a cyclist myself, I know the struggle of injuries on the bike, but also the struggle of missing out on riding because of an accident. I fight the insurance companies to insist you’re treated fairly, and make sure you get what you deserve. And also just as important, get back to riding soon!”
— Josh Bonnici, Attorney & Cyclist
We recommend working with a team that understands the law inside and out to maximize your case results. At Bonnici Law Group, we specialize in bicycle accidents and work endlessly to get you the financial compensation you deserve. If you were involved in a bicycle accident, you can reach us by phone at (619) 259-5199 or sign up for a free consultation on our website.
The Voice for Cyclists
Bike lawyer Josh Bonnici has been riding San Diego’s roads and trails since his teenage-years, and is San Diego’s advocate for riders. Whether it’s representing a cyclist hit by an uninsured driver who pulled out in front of a training racer, clipped a commuter in the bike lane, or representing a large group of riders who had their bikes confiscated on the local mountain biking trails, Josh Bonnici continues to be the voice for cyclists who need legal representation.
We Speak Bicycle
While we don’t speak Italian or French, we speak bike. When you’re trying to negotiate with an insurance company to get your bike repaired, or payment for a new frame when your carbon tri-bike goes down, you might as well be speaking a foreign language to them. We’ve dealt with them before, and have already encountered and overcome the 100 roadblocks you will encounter. Let us explain the process of replacing carbon parts, valuing your full-suspension trail bike, or your hand-built single speed bike.
We’ll Get You Back to Training… and Even Make You Faster!
As experienced injury attorneys and bike lawyers, we have contacts throughout the County to treat your unique injuries to get you back on the saddle ASAP. We have relationships with facilities run by other cyclists, so they understand your goals and can help you get back riding, and ride even faster and longer! Ask how we can even forgo your health insurance co-pays and delay some out-of-pocket expenses while you recover!
Hire a Bike Lawyer who Rides
What better way to understand your specific case than a bike lawyer who spends his free time riding all over Southern California. During and after representation, let’s share favorite riding destinations, loops, and riding groups. Who knew that hiring an attorney could be fun and benefit your hobby?