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E-bikes put riders on the road at higher speeds with little protection. The DMV reports that more than 100 e-bike riders are killed and more than 100,000 are injured on California roads every year.
If another driver’s carelessness injured you on an e-bike, you deserve a lawyer who understands both bicycle law and motor vehicle law.
Key Takeaways
- California classifies e-bikes into Class 1 (pedal-assist, 20 mph), Class 2 (throttle, 20 mph), and Class 3 (pedal-assist, 28 mph) under Vehicle Code 312.5. Class 3 riders must be 16+ and wear a helmet.
- Parents face joint liability under Civil Code 1714.1 for a minor’s willful misconduct with an e-bike, capped at $56,400 per tort under the Judicial Council’s inflation adjustment effective July 1, 2025 (Rules of Court, Appendix B; the statute’s base is $25,000) and limited to medical, dental, and hospital expenses within that cap – and uncapped under negligent entrustment.
- Value depends on injury severity, treatment costs, time off work, the e-bike’s class, and the insurance available.
- Statute of limitations: 2 years under CCP 335.1. If a public entity may be at fault (city bike path, signage, road condition), present a written claim within 6 months under Government Code 911.2.
- High-speed e-bikes exceeding 28 mph are illegal motor vehicles requiring registration, insurance, and a license. This shifts fault to the rider but can trigger uninsured motorist coverage on the victim’s auto policy.
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Why Feher Law for an E-Bike Crash?
E-bike cases mix traffic law, product law, and, often, family insurance. We handle each piece:
- identifying the e-bike class, speed, and condition under Vehicle Code 312.5, which can change who is at fault
- preserving the battery, motor, controller, and bike for inspection if a defect may be involved
- finding every insurance source, from the driver’s policy to homeowner’s and umbrella coverage
- documenting injuries, which are often serious because e-bikes travel faster than regular bicycles
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Why Acting Fast Protects Your Case
You generally have two years from the crash to file suit under Code of Civil Procedure 335.1, and six months to present a claim against a public entity under Government Code 911.2.
- The e-bike’s battery, motor, and controller can be altered or discarded, and they may hold speed data
- Business and traffic video is often overwritten within days
- Phone and app data from the ride can show speed and route
- Witnesses and hit-and-run drivers are easiest to find early
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Meet Our Team
Thomas Feher, Esq.
Founding Attorney
Stephen Wiard, Esq.
Senior Trial Attorney
Sandy Luu, Esq.
Associate Attorney
Alex Ballard, Esq.
Associate Attorney
Karen Parra, Esq.
Associate Attorney
Chase Nielsen, Esq.
Associate Attorney
Betsy Gomez
Managing Paralegal
Erica Feher
Chief of Operations
Austin Wallick, Esq.
Associate Attorney
Samantha Marquez
Legal Secretary
Marcela Guzman
Intake Specialist (Employment)
Alejandro Zelaya
Intake Specialist (Personal Injury)
Daniela Ramirez
Litigation Assistant
Marvin Rodriguez
Paralegal
Cassandra De Vera
Law Clerk
What an E-Bike Accident Lawyer Does
An e-bike rider is more exposed than a driver and travels faster than a cyclist. Drivers underestimate the speed, and insurers sometimes treat the rider as a motorist. A California e-bike accident lawyer handles the investigation, identifies what class of e-bike was involved, and presents the case so that fault is assigned correctly.
California Rules for E-Bikes and Riders
These rules often decide fault in an e-bike case:
- Ride in the same direction as traffic.
- You may use a full lane when that is safer, under Vehicle Code 21202.
- Use a bike lane when there is one, unless you are passing, turning left, or avoiding a hazard.
- Signal turns by hand during the last 100 feet unless you need both hands to control the bike, under Vehicle Code 22108.
- At night you need a white front light visible from 300 feet and a red rear reflector or light visible from 500 feet, under Vehicle Code 21201.
Sidewalk rules vary by city and county, so check local ordinances before you ride on one.
First Steps After an E-Bike Crash
- Call 911 and get medical care.
- Do not alter the e-bike. Keep the battery, motor, and any display or app data.
- Photograph the scene, vehicles, and your injuries.
- Get the driver’s information and witness names.
- Save ride data from any app or computer on the bike.
- Call a lawyer before giving a recorded statement to an insurer.
Deadlines for E-Bike Injury Claims
An e-bike injury lawsuit generally must be filed within two years of the crash under Code of Civil Procedure 335.1. If a public entity may share fault, a claim must usually be presented within six months under Government Code 911.2. Do not wait.
Evidence in an E-Bike Case
Evidence in an e-bike case includes the police report, scene photos, video, witness names, medical records, and the e-bike itself. We also request ride-app data, any display or controller data, purchase and maintenance records for the e-bike, and the driver’s insurance details.
What an E-Bike Lawyer Costs
You pay no attorney’s fee unless we recover money for you. Feher Law takes e-bike accident cases on contingency under a written agreement.
Why Choose Us for an E-Bike Case
We take e-bike riders seriously, including riders who were told their e-bike made them a motorist. We explain your options plainly and prepare your case for trial.
How an E-Bike Case Moves With Feher Law
- Free evaluation of the crash and injuries.
- Evidence preservation: the e-bike, data, and video.
- Insurance review of every source that may pay.
- Demand and negotiation.
- Lawsuit if needed.
California E-Bike Accident Settlement Amounts (2026)
E-bike injuries are often serious because riders have little protection. Value depends on the injury and the evidence, so we do not publish a range.
| Injury Type | Typical Settlement | Severe / Catastrophic Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Road Rash / Abrasions | $3,000 – $20,000 | $30,000 – $75,000 |
| Broken Bones | $20,000 – $150,000 | $300,000 – $1,000,000 |
| Spinal Injury | $100,000 – $1,000,000 | $2,000,000 – $10,000,000+ |
| Traumatic Brain Injury | $250,000 – $2,000,000 | $5,000,000 – $15,000,000+ |
| Wrongful Death | $500,000 – $3,000,000 | $5,000,000 – $20,000,000+ |
The ranges in this table are general illustrations and not a prediction of what any case is worth. Every case depends on its own facts, the evidence, the law that applies, and the insurance available. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. This is not legal advice.
Talk to an E-Bike Accident Lawyer
If you were hurt on an e-bike, contact Feher Law or call (310) 340-1112 for a free consultation.
Other Locations We Serve
We serve e-bike riders in Los Angeles and throughout California.
We also represent e-bike riders in Torrance and Huntington Beach.
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Last reviewed by Thomas Feher, Esq. – October 2026
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