Law Office of Michael D. Waks

A Lawyer You Can Trust

No Fee Unless You Win

Call888.394.1174

Available 24/7

  • Home
  • Attorney Profile
  • Reviews
  • Practice Areas
    • Personal Injury Lawyer Long Beach
    • Personal Injury Lawyer Cardiff
    • Motor Vehicle
      • Auto & Car Accidents
      • Bus Accidents
      • Distracted Driving
      • DUI Victim
      • Motorcycle Accidents
      • Truck Accidents
      • Wrongful Death
    • Premises Liability
      • Construction Accidents
      • Premises Liability
      • Electrical Accidents
      • Private Property Accidents
      • Slip and Fall Accident
      • Swimming Pool Accidents
    • Other Practice Areas
      • Brain Injury
      • Burn Injury
      • Bicycle Accidents
      • Boating Accidents
      • Dog Bite Accidents
      • Legal Malpractice
      • Pedestrian Accidents
      • Product Liability
      • Spinal Injury
  • Case Results
  • Videos
  • Resources
    • California Law Enforcement Information
    • California Personal Injury Laws and Statutory Rules
    • Other Resources
    • Personal Injury Law FAQs
    • Personal Injury Resources
    • Physical & Emotional Recovery Support
    • Southern California Courts
  • Blog
  • Contact Us

Are There Specific Laws For Bicycles When Riding on Roadways?

June 10, 2015 by Michael Waks

bicycle accident

Southern California weather is fantastic, and the scenery is breathtaking. These are the perfect conditions for riding a bicycle. People here ride bicycles to save money, avoid traffic, get exercise, or simply enjoy the outdoors. For all these reasons, there are a lot of bicycles on the road. Motor vehicle drivers do not always watch out for bicyclists, so to avoid being in a bicycle accident, cyclists must be sure to watch out for drivers. They must also obey the … [Read more...]

How Does CA Law AB 1371 Prevent Bicycle Accidents?

April 27, 2015 by Michael Waks

bicycle accidents

How Does CA Law AB 1371 Prevent Bicycle Accidents by Michael Waks   To prevent bicycle accidents, California law now requires drivers to keep their vehicles three feet away from bicyclists when passing them from behind. Learn more about CA Law AB 1371 in this presentation. … [Read more...]

Is It Legal To Ride A Bicycle On The Sidewalk?

December 2, 2014 by Michael Waks

bicycle accident

Bicycle law is the part of the California Vehicle Code that relates to people cycling in California. The code does not bar riding on sidewalks, but allows local authorities to set their own rules and regulations for cycling on public walkways. As a result, the answer as to whether or not it is legal to ride on a sidewalk in Southern California depends upon where you are. Where Can I Ride My Bicycle on a Sidewalk? The California Vehicle Code does not prohibit riding on sidewalks, so … [Read more...]

  • « Previous Page
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3

Law Office of Michael D. Waks

Search The Site

Follow Us

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • LinkedIn
  • feed
  • Contact
  • YouTube

LONG BEACH, CA

300 East San Antonio Drive

Long Beach, CA 90807

United States (US)

Phone: (562) 326-5002

CARDIFF-BY-THE-SEA, CA

160 Chesterfield Drive
Suite 200,

Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA 92007

United States (US)

Phone: (888) 394-1174

LONG BEACH, CA

LONG BEACH, CA MAP

CARDIFF-BY-THE-SEA, CA

CARDIFF-BY-THE-SEA, CA MAP

Download Michael's contact information

Categories

  • Bicycle Accidents
  • Boating Accidents
  • Brain Injuries
  • Burn Accidents
  • Bus Accidents
  • Car Accidents
  • Construction Site Accidents
  • Disability
  • Distracted Driving Accident
  • Dog Bites
  • DUI Victim
  • Electrical Accidents
  • Government Entity Claims
  • Legal Malpractice
  • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Pedestrian Accidents
  • Personal Injury
  • Premises Liability
  • Private Property Accidents
  • Product Liability
  • Sexual Assault
  • Slip and Fall
  • Spinal Cord Injuries
  • Swimming Pool Accidents
  • Train Accidents
  • Truck Accidents
  • Uncategorized
  • Uninsured Motorists
  • Wrongful Death
– BACK TO TOP –

Visit Us

Long Beach Office
1 World Trade Center, Suite 800
Long Beach, California 90831
P: 562-206-1939
F: 562-676-4388
Get Directions

Cardiff Office
160 Chesterfield Dr., Suite 200
Cardiff, CA 92007
760-767-8031
Get Directions

Call Us

888-394-1174
SCHEDULE A FREE CONSULTATION
Personal injury lawyer Long Beach
Car accident lawyer Long Beach
Google Review
  • review_star
  • review_star
  • review_star
  • review_star
  • review_star

Michael Waks is The attorney you want to resolve your accident issues, period. He is knowledgeable, efficient, and gets maximum results when you are injured.

— Joe M
  • facebook-app-symbol
  • twitter
  • linkedin
  • pinterest
  • youtube
  • Disclaimer
  • Privacy Policy
  • Scholarship
  • Sitemap

This website is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as providing formal legal advice.

Copyright © 2025 by Michael D. Waks Long Beach Personal Injury Lawyer & Car Accident Attorney

Website & SEO By Sutton Digital Marketing