CA Looks to Permit Lane Splitting by Bikers

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In September, the California state assembly signed off unanimously on legislation drafted by Bill Quirk of Hayward that would formalize the practice of lane splitting by motorcyclists. Quirk remarked that the bill would help with decreasing traffic congestion on state highways and encourage safe driving. The practice of lane splitting, by which motorcyclists pass by other vehicles by riding along the lane divider, has never been officially declared legal or illegal, but has remained a gray area for many years.

Quirk’s bill, known as AB 51, regulates lane splitting by permitting it only if a motorcycle is traveling no faster than 15 miles per hour relative to the traffic around it and never at speeds exceeding 50 miles per hour. While some groups are displeased by the language and others disapprove of lane splitting altogether, the bill looks to be signed by Governor Brown soon.

You can read more regarding AB 51 here.

Our personal injury attorneys in Los Angeles fight to protect the rights of motorcyclists who are involved in collisions with trucks and other passenger vehicles. We work to win compensation to cover the costs of the often considerable your recovery such as medical bills and lost pay from your job. Contact the firm to discuss your accident and your legal options during a complimentary case evaluation.

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