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As More California Communities Restrict Youth E-Bike Riding, Serious Injury Concerns Continue to Grow

With serious electric bicycle injuries involving young riders on the rise, California communities are taking action. San Francisco bicycle accident attorney Claude Wyle looks at the risks children and teens face and why new safety rules are being adopted.

By Claude Wyle

/ 14 Jul 2026

A bike on the side of the road in front of a car that has crashed into it. A blue helmet lies in front of the bike and car on the street.

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When a Drunk Driver Hits a Cyclist: What California Bicycle Crash Survivors and their Families Should Know

A Ventura County DUI bicycle crash that led to murder charges highlights the risks cyclists face even in designated bike lanes. Learn how criminal cases differ from civil claims and what injured cyclists and families should know after a serious California bicycle accident.

By Claude Wyle

/ 23 Jun 2026

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What to Do If Your E-Bike Battery Starts Smoking or Catches Fire at Home

By Claude Wyle

/ 7 May 2026

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Tragic Fatal Mission Rock Pedestrian Collision Highlights Ongoing Pedestrian Accident Concerns in San Francisco

By Claude Wyle

/ 17 Mar 2026

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Choulos, Choulos & Wyle is a boutique-style law firm serving the San Francisco area. Our team of attorneys focuses on providing personal attention and building strong relationships with our clients.

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The Influx of Ride Share Drivers and the Rise of San Francisco Pedestrian Accidents

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Amazon Restricts High-Speed E-Bike Sales in California As E-Bike Accidents and Injury Concerns Grow

Amazon’s decision to restrict some high-speed e-bike sales in California is drawing attention to growing concerns about rider safety, serious injuries, and the application of state laws to increasingly powerful electric bicycles.

By Claude Wyle

/ 20 May 2026

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Fatal San Francisco Chinatown Auto Crash Into Building Renews Focus on Protecting Pedestrians From Crashing Vehicles

A deadly Chinatown crash in San Francisco highlights the risks pedestrians face when vehicles enter storefront and sidewalk spaces. This article explores how bollards and protective infrastructure can help prevent these incidents and improve pedestrian safety.

By Claude Wyle

/ 9 Apr 2026

View of California Street near China Town and the Financial District, with Chinese pagoda towers and the Bay Bridge at sunset with cars on the street.

The Influx of Ride Share Drivers and the Rise of San Francisco Pedestrian Accidents

The growing popularity of ride-sharing services has revolutionized the way people get around cities, but they also create significant concerns about San Francisco pedestrian accidents involving ride-share vehicles.

By Choulos, Choulos & Wyle

/ 15 May 2023

The Influx of Ride Share Drivers and the Rise of San Francisco Pedestrian Accidents

Traumatic Brain Injuries Often Require Lifelong Care

New research from Ohio State University shows that not all traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) stabilize over time, as previously thought.

By Claude Wyle

/ 28 Apr 2023

Traumatic Brain Injuries Often Require Lifelong Care

San Francisco Brain Injury Lawyer Explains Some Concussion Symptoms You May Not Expect

People often focus on concussions in contact sports, but the most common ways people sustain concussions are through car, motorcycle, pedestrian, and bicycle accidents, falls, and workplace incidents.

By Claude Wyle

/ 24 Feb 2023

San Francisco Brain Injury Lawyer Explains Some Concussion Symptoms You May Not Expect

Motorcycle Insurance: A Guide to Umbrella and Excess Coverage Policies for California Motorcycle Owners

What is an umbrella policy or an excess liability insurance policy, and should motorcycle owners buy one? And which type of umbrella policy should you buy to protect you in case you are involved in a motorcycle accident in California? The terms “umbrella policy” and…

By Claude Wyle

/ 19 Oct 2022

Motorcycle Insurance: A Guide to Umbrella and Excess Coverage Policies for California Motorcycle Owners

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