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Who Could Be Liable for a Fatal San Francisco E-Scooter Crash on Market Street?

The investigation of a fatal e-scooter crash may extend beyond the actions of one driver. Market Street’s access restrictions, lane design, signage, and enforcement could all affect who may ultimately be held responsible.

By Claude Wyle

/ 10 Aug 2026

A view of a person's feet on an e-scooter in the city with the sun in the background.

A New Tool for Proving the "Invisible Injury": FDA Clears Objective Brain Function Testing for TBI Cases

Many people with traumatic brain injuries continue to struggle with memory, attention, headaches, and cognitive changes despite having normal CT or MRI scans. Emerging brain function testing may give physicians another objective way to evaluate those symptoms and support brain injury claims.

By Claude Wyle

/ 4 Aug 2026

EEG brain wave testing on a computer screen.

San Francisco's Bike Lanes Weren't Built for This — And the Bicycle Accidents and Cyclist Injuries Are Starting to Prove It

San Francisco's bike lanes now accommodate everything from traditional bicycles to heavy delivery e-bikes, scooters, and autonomous technology. As those vehicles converge in the same space, riders face new safety concerns—and increasingly complex questions after a crash.

By Claude Wyle

/ 31 Jul 2026

A busy San Francisco street filled with cars next to a protected green bike lane with traditional cyclists, e-bike delivery drivers, and scooters.

A Teen Was Hit in an Oakland Crosswalk. The Biggest Medical Discovery Came Two Years Later.

A serious injury doesn't always reveal its full impact right away. Attorney Claude Wyle explains how delayed medical findings, additional surgeries, and careful investigation can shape both recovery and a California pedestrian injury claim.

By Claude Wyle

/ 30 Jul 2026

A blurred image of a group of people walking in a crosswalk with sun shining.

What Mountain Biking Legend Charlie Cunningham's Passing Means to Those of Us Who Love Riding

As a lifelong cyclist and California bicycle accident attorney, Claude Wyle reflects on the passing of mountain biking legend Charlie Cunningham and the lessons every rider can take from his remarkable life and tragic brain injury.

By Claude Wyle

/ 29 Jul 2026

What Mountain Biking Legend Charlie Cunningham's Passing Means to Those of Us Who Love Riding

After a Drowning or Near-Drowning: What California Law Says You Should Know

When a drowning or near-drowning happens, families are often left searching for answers. California's pool safety laws can play an important role in determining whether a property owner failed to take reasonable steps to prevent a tragic accident.

By Claude Wyle

/ 17 Jul 2026

Backyard swimming pool enclosed by a safety fence with a self-closing gate

San Francisco Targets Unsafe E-Bike Batteries as Fire and Injury Concerns Grow

San Francisco's proposed restrictions on uncertified lithium-ion batteries follow a growing number of fires. Learn what causes e-bike battery explosions, who may be liable for burn injuries, and how California product liability law may apply after a defective battery fire.

By Claude Wyle

/ 16 Jul 2026

A black e-bike parked inside a home with the battery on fire.

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

Three teens wearing helmets riding across a street in San Francisco with a trolley car and the golden gate bridge in the background.

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

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.

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

Woman riding an electric bike on a city street next to a bus.

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

Lithium-ion e-bike battery fires are becoming a growing safety concern in San Francisco. Learn what to do if an e-bike starts smoking and how to reduce fire risks at home.

By Claude Wyle

/ 7 May 2026

Close up of battery pack of a modern electric bicycle.

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.