Practice Area
California Pedestrian & Bicycle Accident Lawyer
No airbags. No seatbelt. No steel frame. When a driver strikes a pedestrian or cyclist, the injuries are severe, and so is the fight that follows.
40+ Years
Of personal injury experience
Insider
Former insurance defense attorney
Direct
You work with John, not a case manager
$0 Upfront
No fee unless we win
Bilingual
Se habla español
Statewide
Representing clients across California
Standing Up for Pedestrians and Cyclists
When a driver fails to yield, speeds, or looks at a phone instead of the road, people on foot and on bikes pay the price. Drivers and their insurers often claim the pedestrian “came out of nowhere” or the cyclist was riding unsafely.
John investigates the facts to show what really happened. His firm has recovered substantial results in pedestrian and bicycle cases, including cases where the insurer denied liability.
Common Pedestrian and Bicycle Crashes
- Drivers failing to yield in crosswalks
- Left-turn and right-turn collisions
- Unsafe passing and sideswipes of cyclists
- Dooring by parked vehicles
- Hit-and-run drivers
- Backover accidents in parking lots and driveways
- Distracted and impaired drivers
How We Help
- Secure traffic camera, business surveillance, and dashcam footage before it is erased
- Locate witnesses and analyze the scene
- Pursue the driver’s insurance and any uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage that may protect you, even when you were walking or riding
- Investigate dangerous road design or poor maintenance that may involve a government entity
- Document your injuries and the full cost of recovery
Injuries We See
- Head and traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal injuries
- Broken legs, hips, pelvis, and arms
- Internal injuries
- Scarring and disfigurement
Time Limits Matter
Most California personal injury lawsuits must be filed within two years. If a city, county, or state agency may share responsibility, a formal claim can be due in as little as six months. Call us early.
FAQ
Pedestrian & Bicycle Accident Questions
The driver who hit me drove away. Can I still recover?
Possibly. Uninsured motorist coverage on your own auto policy, or a household member’s, may apply even if you were walking or riding a bike. Report the crash to police right away.
What if I wasn’t in a crosswalk?
Drivers still owe pedestrians a duty of care. Under California’s comparative fault rules, you may still recover even if the insurer argues you share some blame.
What if a dangerous road contributed to the crash?
A city, county, or state agency may share responsibility. Claims against a government entity can require a formal claim in as little as six months, so act quickly.
Free Consultation
Speak Directly with John
No fee unless we win. No obligation.
- 40+ years of personal injury experience
- Former insurance defense attorney
- John personally handles your case
- Serving all of California, in English and Spanish
Why The JVB Law Firm
What Sets Our Firm Apart
01
John Handles Your Case
At many firms, your file is passed to a case manager. Here, John personally reviews the evidence, talks with you, and makes the decisions on your case.
02
We Know the Other Side
John spent years defending insurance companies. He knows how adjusters value claims and the tactics they use to pay less, and he plans for them from day one.
03
Bilingual, No Upfront Cost
We serve clients in English and Spanish across California. You pay nothing upfront, and there is no attorney fee unless we recover compensation for you.
John’s Advantage
Insider Experience Most Law Firms Can’t Match
For decades, John defended insurance companies. Now he uses that insider knowledge to fight for the people they tried to underpay.
Most injury lawyers know how to file a claim. John knows how insurance companies try to defeat one. With 40+ years of experience and rare insurance-defense insight, John understands how insurers evaluate injuries, minimize losses, and pressure victims before they know the true value of their case.
For catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases, that insight can make the difference between a quick low offer and a fight for full, fair compensation. And at The JVB Law Firm, John personally handles your case.
Client Reviews
What Our Clients Say
★★★★★
“I have not found a firm in California where the ATTORNEY HIMSELF handles your case, and that’s what initially drew me to work with him… Thank you John for always having my back.”
Luis Reina
Google Review
★★★★★
“I am forever grateful!!! My daughter was a victim of a hit and run. John helped her efficiently and effectively. If you’re looking for a great firm this is it!! Thank you!!”
Yadira Campos
Google Review
★★★★★
“Having worked with numerous personal injury attorneys and law firms over the years, I can confidently say that John and his team stand out for their professionalism, communication, and commitment to their clients.”
Heather Padilla
Google Review · Healthcare Provider
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