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Every day, many innocent people suffer terrible injuries as a result of the careless acts of others. With the pain and confusion that follows when lives are turned upside down, it can be reassuring to know there is an experienced and caring law firm there to help sort through the issues and assist families to get back on their feet.

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We offer our legal services to those who have suffered a catastrophic personal injury such as a brain injury, spinal cord injury or other permanent injury. We care about you, your family and your future, both financially and personally. When you need to get your life back on track, you want to know that your lawyer is dedicated to your case and has the resources available to successfully resolve your case.

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The US government when paying for medical treatment in a personal injury case is entitled to only 75% recovery where the injury victim pursues a personal injury claim and has a contractual obligation to pay the attorney a 25% contingency fee.
Mosey v. US, 3 F. Supp. 2d 1133 ( DC Nev.1998)
3 F.Supp.2d 1133 (1998)
Dorothy G. MOSEY, Plaintiff,
v.
UNITED STATES of America, Defendant.
No. CV-N-97-312-ECR.

United States District Court, D. Nevada.
May 4, 1998.

1134*1134 Robert H. Perry, Ltd., Reno, NV, for Plaintiff.

Ruth L. Cohen, Assistant U.S. Attorney, Las Vegas, NV, for Defendant.

ORDER

EDWARD C. REED, District Judge.

Before the Court are the cross motions for summary judgment filed by Defendant United States (# 12) and Plaintiff Dorothy Mosey (# 13). These motions are now ripe and are decided as outlined below. Oppn/Mot. (# 13); Oppn/Reply (# 15); Reply (# 16).

BACKGROUND

The underlying facts are undisputed. Ms. Mosey contracted polio in the 1950s and has been a partial quadriplegic ever since. Between 1991 and 1994 a non-profit corporation, Community Services Agency of Washoe County (CSA), provided her personal care attendants. On April 4, 1994, while transferring her from her bed to her wheelchair, one of CSAs attendants dropped her, causing her significant injury necessitating hospitalization. Although the record does not indicate how she qualified for treatment there, Ms. Mosey was placed in the Reno, Nevada Veterans Affairs hospital, where she received medical care valued at about $50,000.

A year later, Ms. Mosey sued CSA. Correspondence ensued between her attorney and the VA; we discuss this in greater detail below. Eventually the lawsuit proceeded to arbitration, where Ms. Mosey was awarded some $210,000 in damages, about 25% of which constituted special damages i.e., damages basically reflecting the cost of Ms. Moseys medical care which damages are currently held in Plaintiffs counsels client trust account. Ms. Moseys attorney and the government exchanged more correspondence, with the government seeking full reimbursement for her medical care and Ms. Mosey seeking an equitable reduction. Eventually the parties agreed to resolve their dispute by having Ms. Mosey file the present declaratory relief action. Both sides have moved for summary judgment, which motions are now ripe. We note that the government has shown excusable neglect for failing to timely oppose Plaintiffs motion for summary judgment.

DISCUSSION

I. Summary Judgment Standard

The purpose of summary judgment is to avoid unnecessary trials when there is no dispute as to the facts before the court. Northwest Motorcycle Assn v. U.S. Department of Agriculture, 18 F.3d 1468, 1471 (9th Cir.1994). The moving party is entitled to summary judgment where, viewing the evidence and the inferences arising therefrom in favor of the nonmovant, there are no genuine issues of material fact in dispute and the moving party is entitled to judgment as a matter of law. Fed.R.Civ.P. 56(c); Bagdadi v. Nazar, 84 F.3d 1194, 1197 (9th Cir.1996). Judgment as a matter of law is appropriate where there is no legally sufficient evidentiary basis for a reasonable jury to find for the nonmoving party. Fed.R.Civ.P. 50(a). Where reasonable minds could differ on the material facts at issue, however, summary judgment is not appropriate. Warren v. City of Carlsbad, 58 F.3d 439, 441 (9th Cir.1995), cert. denied, 516 U.S. 1171, 116 S.Ct. 1261, 134 L.Ed.2d 209 (1996).

The moving party bears the burden of informing the court of the basis for its motion, together with evidence demonstrating the absence of any genuine issue of material fact. Celotex Corp. v. Catrett, 477 U.S. 317, 323, 106 S.Ct. 2548, 91 L.Ed.2d 265 (1986). Once the moving party has met its burden, the party opposing the motion may not rest upon the mere allegations or denials of his pleadings but must set forth specific facts showing that there is a genuine issue for trial. Anderson v. Liberty Lobby, Inc., 477 U.S. 242, 248, 106 S.Ct. 2505, 91 L.Ed.2d 202 1135*1135 (1986). Although the parties may submit evidence in an inadmissible form namely, depositions, admissions, interrogatory answers, and affidavits only evidence which might be admissible at trial may be considered by a trial court in ruling on a motion for summary judgment. Fed.R.Civ.P. 56(c); Beyene v. Coleman Security Services, Inc., 854 F.2d 1179, 1181 (9th Cir.1988).

In evaluating the appropriateness of summary judgment, three steps are necessary: (1) determining whether a fact is material; (2) determining whether there is a genuine issue for the trier of fact, as determined by the documents submitted to the court; and (3) considering that evidence in light of the appropriate standard of proof. Anderson, 477 U.S. at 248. As to materiality, only disputes over facts that might affect the outcome of the suit under the governing law will properly preclude the entry of summary judgment. Factual disputes which are irrelevant or unnecessary will not be considered. Id. Where there is a complete failure of proof concerning an essential element of the nonmoving partys case, all other facts are rendered immaterial, and the moving party is entitled to judgment as a matter of law. Celotex, 477 U.S. at 323. Summary judgment is not a disfavored procedural shortcut, but an integral part of the federal rules as a whole. Id.

II. Jurisdiction

The Ninth Circuit recently urged district courts expressly to consider whether a properly filed declaratory judgment action should be entertained and to record its reasons for doing so. Government Employees Ins. Co. v. Dizol, 133 F.3d 1220, 1226 (9th Cir.1998) (en banc). We need not dwell on this issue long; of the many factors we must consider in evaluating the propriety of a declaratory relief action, only one, the availability and relative convenience of other remedies, weighs in favor of declining jurisdiction. Id. at 1225 & n. 5 (listing factors). Specifically, although Plaintiff seeks declaratory relief because she is in essence the party being sued (and would normally be the defendant), declaratory relief in this case will adjudicate both liability and damages, and this action should properly have been brought by the United States as party-plaintiff. However, every other factor weighs in favor of jurisdiction, and we therefore exercise it.

III. Which Test to Apply

The facts are undisputed and the parties agree that there is one question presented: how much of Ms. Moseys special damages should the government get? The parties also agree that the source of the governments claim on the funds is the Federal Medical Care Recovery Act, 42 U.S.C. § 2651 (FMCRA).[1] Where the parties disagree is the legal test this Court should apply in answering the question presented.

Our research reveals seven published opinions in the last thirty years in cases where the government in effect sued an injured party under FMCRA for a share of funds from a settlement or judgment, but had not intervened or joined in the underlying action for all intents and purposes the same situation we face here. These seven opinions reflect three schools of thought on the question presented: 1) the government should be reimbursed for its entire medical outlay (U.S. v. Nation, 299 F.Supp. 266, 267 (N.D.Okla. 1969)), 2) the government has no cause of action against the victim and therefore may 1136*1136 not recover against her at all, but must instead sue the statutory third party (Holbrook v. Andersen Corp., 996 F.2d 1339, 1341 (1st Cir.1993); U.S. v. Farm Bureau Ins. Co., 527 F.2d 564, 566 (8th Cir.1976); Fanning v. Acromed Corp., 176 F.R.D. 158, 179 (E.D.Pa. 1997) (following Holbrook); U.S. v. Cipinko, 1994 WL 589455, *1 (N.D.Cal.1994) (following Holbrook, although arguably in dicta)), and 3) the government may recover some portion of the settlement or judgment based upon a balance of the equities (Commercial Union Ins. Co. v. U.S., 999 F.2d 581, 588 (D.C.Cir.1993); Cockerham v. Garvin, 768 F.2d 784, 787 (6th Cir.1985)).[2] The United States urges us to follow Nation, Plaintiff urges us to follow Commercial Union and Cockerham, and neither side urges us to follow Holbrook or Farm Bureau Ins. Co. or their progeny. The closest Ninth Circuit case on point does not address this issue and is not particularly helpful; we must therefore determine which out-of-Circuit legal authority to follow. U.S. v. Housing Authority of the City of Bremerton, 415 F.2d 239 (9th Cir.1969).

This task is made considerably easier by the fact that the parties only seek to apply either the Nation test or the Commercial Union/Cockerham test. That is, both sides agree that the United States is entitled to at least some reimbursement. Accordingly, we distinguish Holbrook, Farm Bureau Ins. Co., etc., on the ground that Plaintiff is not challenging the governments authority to obtain reimbursement from her under FMCRA.[3] We are thus left with determining whether to follow Nation or Commercial Union/Cockerham.

Given this limitation, we discern a principled distinction between these cases. In Nation the dispute was between the government and the victims attorney, who had asserted a right to a contingency fee on the amount in controversy, while in the other two cases the dispute was only between the government and the victim, and attorneys fees were not at issue. The legal principle arising from this distinction is: if the victim herself does not seek a share of the medical reimbursement fund, then it should all go to the government, but if the victim does seek a share of the fund on her own behalf then the equities should be balanced as between the government and the victim; in either case, the victims fee arrangement with her attorney should be disregarded.

IV. Application

Given this test, we must balance the equities. Although the government argues that this case is similar to Nation in that Plaintiff is really seeking fees for her attorney, the evidence indicates that Plaintiffs counsel agreed to calculate his fee based only on Ms. Moseys recovery of general damages, and not upon her recovery of special (i.e., medical cost) damages. January 8, 1997 Letter (# 12, Ex. I). That is, this case truly is a dispute solely between Ms. Mosey and the government. Consequently, Nation does not apply.

Equitable factors to consider include: 1) whether the government passively allowed the injured party to bear all the risks and costs of litigation, Cockerham, 768 F.2d at 787) 2) whether, in the case of a settlement, the award obtained reflects a settlement discount, id., and 3) the terms of any agreement between the government and the victim, or the tortfeasor and the victim, as to the governments right to reimbursement. Holbrook, 996 F.2d at 1342; see also Cipinko, 1994 WL 589455 at *1. Additionally, because Plaintiff apparently paid out no funds of her own for the medical care the VA provided, and she would therefore receive a windfall were she to keep all of her special 1137*1137 damages, the balance is weighted in favor of complete governmental reimbursement.

The second factor weighs in favor of full reimbursement, since Ms. Moseys arbitration award (though the result of alternative dispute resolution) was not discounted at all. The third factor is a wash. The parties correspondence memorializes negotiations over how much of the special damages the government would get, but it seems clear that no meeting of the minds occurred on this issue. Certain items were agreed to; plainly, Plaintiff agreed to add a clause to her complaint stating that special damages were being sought for the use of the United States, and the United States agreed to provide documents relevant to the litigation without much fuss. Beyond that, however, the record does not reveal any agreement Plaintiff asserted a desire for an equitable reduction, but the government never wavered from its insistence on full reimbursement. Except as outlined above, the case law cited by the parties, both in the state court case and in the present case, is not on point. In sum, we conclude that both parties fully performed the obligations arising from whatever agreement they had, and the third factor cancels out.

What we find dispositive, then, is the first factor whether the government passively let Ms. Mosey assume the risks and costs of litigation. The government did indeed passively sit by. Although its cooperation with Ms. Mosey with respect to document production is significant, the VA did not provide any other assistance to her, but instead waited until after she collected her award to refer the matter to the U.S. Attorneys office. An equitable reduction of the governments outlay is in order.

V. Amount

Neither party has suggested a particular sum or percentage by which to reduce the governments award, and none is readily apparent from the facts of the case. We will therefore select a percentage based on analogical reasoning. In particular, by analogizing the instant action to common fund recoveries, federal False Claims Act cases, and a hypothetical hiring of outside counsel, we conclude that the governments recovery should be 75% of what it actually claims.

This case has some of the features of a common fund action, where an attorney sues to recover money in which a number of parties or creditors will share. E.g., In re Washington Public Power Supply System Securities Litigation, 19 F.3d 1291, 1297 (9th Cir.1994). Here, of course, only two parties claim a share of the fund, but the underlying lawsuit was in essence a common fund action in miniature. In common fund cases, the benchmark fee to the attorney recovering the money is 25%. Id. By analogy, the benchmark share of the present common fund to which Plaintiff is entitled is also 25%.

Similarly, this case has some features of a federal qui tam action, where a whistle-blower sues on behalf of the United States to recover money defrauded from the government. Here the elaborate procedural mechanisms of the False Claims Act are absent, but the roles played by the parties correspond to the roles specified in that statute. By analogy to qui tam actions where the government does not sue on its own behalf, or intervene in the private partys suit, the Plaintiff is entitled to between 25% and 30% of the total recovery. 31 U.S.C. § 3730(d)(2).

Lastly, had the government pursued this action by hiring outside counsel (rather than assigning it to the U.S. Attorney) to sue CSA on a contingency basis, the government would have been compelled to pay the retained attorney a standard contingency fee. Although this fee is typically 33%, in this case Plaintiffs counsel agreed to take only 25%. January 8, 1997 Letter (# 12, Ex. I). By analogy, therefore, had the government hired Plaintiffs counsel it would have had to make do with 75%, of the total recovery.

CONCLUSION

The amount sought by the United States is $49,592. We find that Plaintiff is entitled to keep 25% of that, and Defendant is entitled to the remainder, or $37,194. Because the money is currently in Plaintiffs hands, we will enter judgment for Defendant for $37,194.

1138*1138 IT IS, THEREFORE, HEREBY ORDERED that Defendants motion (# 12) for summary judgment is GRANTED IN PART.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED THAT Plaintiffs motion (# 13) for summary judgment is GRANTED IN PART.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED THAT the Clerk shall enter judgment in favor of Defendant and against Plaintiff in the amount of $37,194.

[1] The FMCRA provides in pertinent part:

(a) In any case in which the United States is authorized or required by law to furnish or pay for hospital, medical, surgical, or dental care and treatment to a person who is injured or suffers a disease under circumstances creating a tort liability upon some third person to pay damages therefor, the United States shall have a right to recover (independent of the rights of the injured or diseased person) from said third person, or that persons insurer, the reasonable value of the care and treatment so furnished, and shall, as to this right be subrogated to any right or claim that the injured or diseased person has against such third person to the extent of the reasonable value of the care and treatment so furnished, to be furnished, paid for, or to be paid for. The head of the department or agency of the United States furnishing such care or treatment may also require the injured or diseased person to assign his claim or cause of action against the third person to the extent of that right or claim.

42 U.S.C. § 2651.

[2] We take Commercial Unions self-characterization of its holding at face value and assume that it endorses an equitable distribution of the amount in controversy. We note, though, that Commercial Unions notion of equity is highly simplistic: each claimant receives `a share of the fund proportionate to their share of the total judgment figure. 999 F.2d at 589 (quoting Dobbs, Law of Remedies § 2.12 at 130 (1973)).

[3] We commend Plaintiff for agreeing to pay back the government for the care she received. However, Holbrook articulates a powerful argument that the government has no statutory authority to seek reimbursement directly from an injured party. 996 F.2d at 1341-42.

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Our clients come from all walks of life, from working class people to judges. Our success rate is extremely high and we have recovered millions of dollars in settlements and jury verdicts. We serve clients in the entire  Southern California area and throughout the state. We'll even come to you, whether it's your home, work, or hospital. We welcome the privilege to put our rich history to work for you.

Call us 24/7 for a FREE Case Evaluation at 1-800-989-6385.

We represent people and their families involved in the following types of cases:

Building Strong Cases:

Steinberg Injury Lawyers handles a wide variety of accidents.  Many cases come to our office that require thorough investigation to establish liability.  We obtain police reports, interview witnesses, and hire experts to prove your case.  Further, some injuries may not initially appear serious, however, we build a strong case by documenting each and every medical complaint.  This provides for better evidence of your injuries and allows us to obtain higher compensation.

We are Actively Involved in the Local Community:

Steinberg Injury Lawyers has sponsored many charitable events throughout Southern California.  Our firm has provided scholarships for children who would not be able to afford tuition.  We are members in good standing of the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and we are avid supporters of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD).    We are also active members and sponsors of the Los Angeles Triathlon Club.
 

Locations We Serve:

Steinberg Injury Lawyers serves clients in the entire Los Angeles area, as well as throughout California.  We represent clients in Los Angeles County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Ventura County, and San Diego County.  Our clients live or work in Los Angeles, Riverside, Long Beach, Inglewood, Pasadena, Torrance, Culver City, Hawthorne, Moreno Valley, Mira Loma, San Bernardino, Colton, Fontana, Rialto, Redlands, Loma Linda, El Segundo, Westchester, Compton, Lennox, Lawndale, Manhattan Beach, Gardena, Hermosa Beach, Wilmington, San Pedro, Lomita, Harbor City, Carson, Redondo Beach, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Malibu, Vernon, West Hollywood, Hollywood, Glendale, Barstow, Burbank, Encino, Sherman Oaks, Thousand Oaks, Ventura, Oxnard, Westlake Village, Van Nuys, Simi Valley, Newberry Park, Camarillo, Downey, Montebello, Sacramento, Alhambra, Pomona, Bakersfield, Fresno and many others.

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Steven L. Weiner

Attorney at Law

Phone (800) 704-0151 or (925) 838-7510

Fax (925) 279-2214

Attorney at Law Steven L. Weiner has served the victims of Personal Injury and their families for over 30 years. As a highly skilled litigation attorney, he has won millions of dollars in settlements and judgments for his clients. His philosophy is based upon the pursuit of justice. His goal is not only to obtain the highest possible settlement for his clients and he also strives to make sure no other individual or family suffers a similar accident or tragedy.

His experience dealing with Auto Accident Claims, Insurance Companies, Uninsured Motorists, Pain and Suffering Compensation, Settlements and Trials, Wrongful Death Claims, and Defective Products is well documented and available to all potential clients.

Attorney-at-Law Steven L. Weiner has represented hundreds of individuals including those injured by:

Mr. Weiner is a member of the following:

• CCBA (Contra Costa County Bar Association)
  

• CTLA (California Trial Lawyers Association)
  

• ATLA (American Trial Lawyers Association)
  

• ABA (American Bar Association)
  

Other Areas of Practice:

Bar Admissions:

California, 1979

U.S. District Court Northern District of California, 1979

Education:

Western State University College of Law, Fullerton, California

J.D.

Fullerton State, Fullerton, CA, 1974

B.S.

Major: Political Science

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Steve fought for my benefit and resolved my claim for injury with excellent results. I was impressed with his professionalism and hard work." 

-  K. Hays, East Bay (Letter dated June 1, 2011)

"Steven L. Weiner was a great attorney for me during my auto accident. Mr Weiner was there through the whole process. He kept me informed and answered all my questions along the way. I would highly recommend Mr. Weiner. A+++!"

 - Derek (Letter dated March 22, 2011)

"Attorney Weiner dealt with my case in a careful strategic way. His preparation at each level was careful and thorough ... kept me informed with each step."

 - Mike (Letter dated April 4, 2011)

Steven L. Weiner & Associates is easy to work with and got me the best medical care I could have wished for. 

 - C. Bennet Doer, San Francisco, CA

I wasted a lot of time with another law firm after I was rear-ended by a truck and hurt my back and neck ... then Steven L. Weiner & Associates was referred to me and within a few months I got the "insurance companies attention" and settlement amount I felt I deserved." 

- Janet Talbot, Concord, CA.

Thanks to Steven L. Weiner & Associates my wife and I were able to deal with all the medical bills and "go on with our lives" after our car accident." 

- Ben Lu, San Jose, CA

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If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of someone's negligence Mr. Weiner advises that you contact an experienced Personal Injury Attorney right away (there is no substitute for experience). Failure to do so could adversely affect your claim.

DISCLAIMER: The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send any confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established.

Each personal injury lawyer and wrongful death attorney at the Law Offices of Steven L. Weiner & Associates provides comprehensive legal advice and lawsuit representation to clients across Central, Southern and Northern California, including Walnut Creek, Pleasanton, Oakland, San Mateo, San Francisco, San Jose, Los Angeles and San Diego.

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California Motorcycle License - Online DMV

Applying for a motorcycle license in California is simple when you know what steps you need to take and which motorcycle classes need to be completed ahead of time.

If you have a leather jacket and an itch to be a rebel without a cause, you might be ready to apply for your motorcycle license - but there's a bit more to it than proving you can look like James Dean. California actually makes you register your hog so that it's legal to use it on the road. Here's what you need to do to look cool and to be cool with the highway patrol (even if their bikes can't keep up with yours).

There are two different groups of potential motorcycle licenses you can get. First if you are between 15 ? and 18, you need to provide a form that says your parents want you to ride with little more than a piece of plastic on your head between your brain and the cement. This form is called a DL44. Of course, you will also nee to go through the traditional channels and steps you would need to take in order to get your driver's license - testing, driving test, etc.

Just like the traditional driver's test, if you are going to ride a motorcycle, you need to prove you can. Riders over 18 will need to fill out the forms for their Class M1 license, which is the license you are getting. You will need to go to the DMV, fill out the DL44 form and then have your picture taken (looking like a tough guy or gal, of course). You will also need to prove your identity and provide your thumbprint.

The application fee for your motorcycle license is just$28, a deal really. Then you will need to pass the vision test and a written test. You get three chances to pass that signs and laws test, okay? But you will need to keep coming back to retake it. You can't take it three times in a row, so study up!

Wait, so where's the riding test? Well, there are a few ways to do this. You need to take a motorcycle riding class from the California Highway Patrol OR you can just take the riding test and see how you do at the DMV. You will need to make an appointment for this test, however.

If you already have a California driver's license, you do NOT have to take the riding test, which may very well explain why California bikers are so crazy on the road. They don't have to prove they're any good. Not that we're saying that bikers aren't the coolest people in the word - don't hurt us!

Q:What is a motorized bicycle? Can you operate it with a California motorcycle license?

A:It is a two or three-wheeled vehicle that has a speed of not more than 30 mph on level ground. It must also be equipped with a motor that produces less than two gross brake horsepower and an automatic transmission or with completely operative pedals for human propulsion or an electric motor, with or without pedals for human propulsion. You can operate it with a motorcycle license (M1 or M2).

Q:What information can you give me about CA motorcycle license for those who are less than 18 years of age?

A:If your vehicle has more than a 150cc engine size and not more than 3 wheels, it is classified as a motorcycle and you will need a motorcycle license to operate it. For this, you must be at least 16 years of age and have held your permit for at least six months. You must provide proofs of completion of driver education/driver training course and the motorcycle rider training course. This M1 license can be utilized to operate motorized bicycles, mopeds and motor scooters without obtaining a M2 endorsement.

Q:What information can you give me about California motorcycle permit test?

A:This test will evaluate your knowledge and understanding of motorcycle laws. You will have to pay an application fee of $32 and this will be valid for a year. You can take the written and skills test three times during this time. After successfully passing this test, you will be allowed to practice riding skills under certain conditions.

Q:Do I have to pass some kind of a test for a motorcycle license?

A:Yes, you will have to pass a vision test, a written test, and a practical test. These tests will help determine your skills and knowledge. You can take a training course to help prepare for these tests. If you fail on any one of the tests, you will not be issued an a license.

Q:Will I only have to pass a CA motorcycle permit test if I want to apply for a M1 or M2 permit, or are there any other requirements as well?

A:Yes, there are other requirements. You must be at least fifteen and a half years old. You will have to furnish the required documents like the completed application form DL 44, social security number, proof of completion of motorcycle safety course and a birth date certificate at your DMV office and pay the applicable fee. You must also pass a vision test and the test for traffic laws and signs. There might be additional requirement if you are under 18.

Q:My search on how to get a motorcycle license led to the mention of two classes of licenses: M1 and M2. What is the difference between them?

A:The class of license you possess will determine the type of vehicle that you can operate. A Class M1 license will make you eligible to operate any two-wheeled motorcycle as well as any motorized vehicle in Class M2. But with a Class M2 license, you are only allowed to operate any moped or motorized bicycle or bicycle with an attached motor.

Q:How to get motorcycle license in CA?

A:To get a motorcycle license in California, you will first have to enroll in a training program and acquire a learners permit. Once you have completed the course and have practiced riding a bike, you can apply for a license. You will fill out a form, submit documents that prove your identity as well as your residency in CA.

Q:Are there any special requirements for a motorcycle license California?

A:The motorcycle license requirements are no different than the regular requirements. All applicants must clear a test and be over 16 years of age. Licenses are only provided to individuals who clear the license tests and submit the required documents. Search for more information about licenses in CA on our page.

Q:For a Cal motorcycle license, is there any age requirement?

A:Yes, in California, you can only get a license for a motorcycle if you are over 16 years old. At this age, you can apply for a learners license and enroll in a course for training. At the age of 18, you can then apply for a regular motorcycle license. The requirements can be found on our page so take a look.

Q:How to get a motorcycle permit in CA after turning 16?

A:You can visit your local DMV office and submit an application for a learners permit. You will have to show proof of enrollment in a training program. Once all the necessary documents have been submitted, you will be given a learners permit. Take a look at our page for more information.

Q:As I was reading about motorcycle permit test CA, I came across the basic paperwork involved in getting a permit. Can you tell me about this?

A:The paperwork for getting a motorcycle license is not too complex. You will have to prove your identity, residency, age, and also show proof that you took proper classes for training. Apart from this, you also have to fill out an application form. To get more details about licensing, take a look at our pages.

Q:What is the main purpose of a motorcycle permit test California?

A:These tests are designed to help evaluate the skill and knowledge of new motorcycle riders. All motorists must be well equipped with skills and sufficient knowledge about the state's road rules. Without clearing these tests, getting a license is impossible. Browse through our pages for more information about license tests.

Q:I want to obtain a motorcycle license in California, but I don't know how. Where should I go?

A:You can visit your local DMV office and find out what are the basic requirements for a motorcycle license. If you are new, you will first have to get a learners permit and pass a test. If you have moved from ano0ther state, the requirements may be different. Feel free to go through our pages for more detailed information.

Q:I would like to know what is the minimum CA dmv motorcycle license fee?

A:When applying for a license in CA, you will have to pay a fee along with other documents. The fee for a motorcycle license is approximately $28. You can make the payment through cash, check, or money order at your local DMV office. On the other hand, if you are applying online, you can pay via credit card.

Q:Is there any possibility of renewing a CA m1 license online?

A:Yes, you can renew a license online. However, you will first need to confirm with your local DMV office is they offer online services or not. Online renewal services are more convenient and help individuals renew their licenses on time without having to visit the office. Take a look at our pages and find out more about M1 license renewal.

Q:How often do you renew M class license in California?

A:A class M1/M2 (motorcycle) license has to be renewed every four years. You can do so online, in person or via mail. The DMV California sends a renewal notice to all registered drivers before their license expires. This notice will mention whether you are eligible for a particular method of renewal.

Ridley Motorcycle Company - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Ridley Motorcycle Company

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Ridley Motorcycle Company was a privately held motorcycle manufacturing company based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA, from 1995 to 2010. Ridley introduced the first cruiser with a continuously variable transmission, the Ridley Speedster, in 1999, and positioned itself as "America's Automatic Motorcycle."^[1]

Models

• Speedster - Ridley's first production vehicle, the Speedster was a 3/4 scale 600cc "miniature cruiser"^[2] fitted with a CVT transmission and V-twin engine.
• Auto-Glide Classic (formerly "Auto-Glide")
• Auto-Glide Chopper
• Auto-Glide Old School
• Auto-Glide Sport
• Auto-Glide Trike
• Auto-Glide TT
• X88 - Sold with a traditional manual transmission.

History

Clay Ridley began experimenting with automatic transmissions in motorcycles in 1995, when building them for his sons as a hobby.^[2] Although the vast majority of cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. use automatic transmissions, no two-wheeled vehicles larger than a scooter did, and so to capitalize on that market, he and his son Jay founded the Ridley Motorcycle Company in 1997, which produced its first model, the Speedster, two years later.

Following the success of the Speedster, the company developed a full-size cruiser, name the Auto-Glide, which began sales in 2003, and steadily expanded its line. They sustained annual growth of over 30% from 2000 to 2008,^[2] and sold nearly 4,000 units through 2009.^[3]

Ridley's success was built on a focus of three unique features; low seat, light weight, and an automatic transmission. Ridley found a niche with new riders and female riders by offering the traditional styling of a big motorcycle, but with the ease of riding a scooter. By 2006, Ridley Motorcycles were sold through 55 dealers in the United States and four international dealers. The company entered the Canadian motorcycle market in 2007 with limited success in ten dealerships spread throughout the country.

As Ridley saw success with its larger Auto-Glide model, Harley-Davidson immediately sued Ridley over use of the name "Auto-Glide," claiming trademark infringement. The case was presented to the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin in August 2007 in five days, but Ridley settled on December 28, 2009, after waiting three years with no verdict returned. On the following day, Ridley filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. A motion was filed just the day after on December 30, 2009 by MidFirst Bank, lender to Ridley in 2005 of an amount of $1 million, for the bankruptcy court to authorize the abandonment of the collateral given by Ridley to the bank. Ridley had already voluntarily surrendered its collateral to the bank on October 1, but the bankruptcy was filed before Midfirst Bank could organize an auction, scheduled for January 2010.

The assets of Ridley were sold at a public auction on February 16, 2010. Route 66 Ridley Motorcycles acquired the Ridley brand and its remaining $9 million parts inventory, manufacturing assets, and intellectual property.

References

1. ^ Ridley Motorcycle Company, retrieved 2010-09-26 
2. ^ ^{a b c} Centrella, Heidi R. (2004-03-29), "Ridley Motorcycle Co. corners market on fully automatic motorcycle", Oklahoma City Journal Record 
3. ^ Carpenter, Susan (2009-04-01), "Motorcycles are making shift to automatic transmission", Los Angeles Times, retrieved 2010-09-26 

External links

• www.ridleymotorcycle.com

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California Motorcycle Insurance DMV.org

Motorcycle riders in California must show proof that they can cover property damage or personal injuries they cause to others in an accident.

Ways to Establish Financial Responsibility

Buying motorcycle insurance is the best and easiest way to comply with California's financial responsibility laws, but that is not the only way to establish financial responsibility . All the ways to do so include:

• • Go to the CA DMV and make a cash deposit of $35,000. For more info, contact the state agency by calling (916) 657-6520
  • Go to the CA DMV and obtain a self-insurance certificate. Contact the agency at the phone number and address above.
  • Get a $35,000 surety bond from a company licensed to do so in the state. If you are not sure where to go, call the Department of Insurance at (800) 927-4357.
  • Contact a licensed insurance agent and purchase a liability insurance policy. For more info on minimum requirements, read beyond the following section.

Two-Wheeled Vehicles Defined

If you are not sure whether your vehicle should be registered with the state (and therefore whether it requires motorcycle insurance), inquire with the DMV by calling (800) 777-0133.

California Motorcycle Insurance Requirements

Keep in mind you are not required to purchase a liability policy if one of the other options listed above. But for many people, obtaining motorcycle insurance makes more sense. Here are the minimum liability coverage limits the state requires:

• • $15,000 for injury/death to one person
  • $30,000 for injury/death to more than one person
  • $5,000 for damage to property

Shop around when looking for a policy; all providers do not offer the same rates and incentives. While you are looking into what you can afford and what suits your needs, you might also consider signing up for more than the minimum. Your best bet is to research different types of coverage as you get your motorcycle insurance quotes.

Once you purchase a policy, your provider will give you a document or identification card. Keep this proof of insurance with you whenever you hop on your bike. Youll need to present this should you get pulled over or if you are involved in an accident.

How Coverage Affects Helmet Requirements

In some states, you can get away with not wearing a helmet as long as you have a certain amount of insurance coverage. But not in California. The state requires all operators and their passengers to wear an approved safety helmet at all timesregardless of whether you ride a motorcycle, a motor-driven cycle, a motorized bicycle or a motorized scooter.

Electronic Reporting

Once you have signed up for coverage, your motorcycle insurance provider will electronically report the info on your private-use liability policy to the CA DMV. This process is automatic, so if you let your coverage lapse the state will suspend your registration for failure to maintain financial responsibility. For more details on the penalties associated with this, continue reading.

Acceptable Proof of Financial Responsibility

To reiterate, once you sign up for a liability policy your insurance agency will report this electronically to the DMV. However in some cases, the CA DMV might require you to also:

• • Provide a document or ID card from your insurance company that says you have adequate coverage. The state agency will not return any such documents you submit.
  • Provide the DMV with an authorization letter if you made a cash deposit or if you are self-insured.
  • Provide the DMV with a California Proof of Insurance Certificate (SR22) for either broad coverage or an owner's policy. If the state has already determined that you need to provide it with an SR22 , simply submitting proof of an operator's policy alone will not suffice.

Penalties for Motorcycle Insurance Violations

• • Your vehicle registration could be subject to suspension for the following reasons:
    • You do not replace your liability insurance policy within 45 days once it has been canceled.
      • Your insurance agent does not electronically provide evidence of insurance within 30 days after the state issued you a registration card on a vehicle that has never before been registered in California.
      • You submit false evidence of insurance.

• • If you get pulled over by a peace officer and cannot provide evidence of financial responsibility, you could receive a traffic ticket.
  • Your vehicle could be fined and get your vehicle impounded.

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Our objective is to successfully resolve your case. Calling and consulting with a California injury attorney in our office will not only allow you to determine how we can help you, but also whether you have found a lawyer with whom you work well. You will be able to discuss your case and receive information about your rights and options for free and without obligations, confidentially. Call us right now at 888-752-7474 or email us your questions.

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No matter where in the state you are calling from, a California injury attorney in our office can help you. Visit one of our three office locations, or we will come to you! Call us at 888-752-7474 for a personal consultation at your convenience.

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Looking for a personal injury attorney in San Diego County? 

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JUREWITZ LAW GROUP  San Diego California Injury lawyer
625 Broadway, Suite 1104
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 233-5020
Fax: (888) 233-3180
Toll Free: (888) 233-5020

We offer convenient locations throughout California for your accident and injury needs. Please call our central phone number at 888-981-5596 to consult with us about your legal needs.

California Motorcycle accidents can cause devastating injuries and you need an attorney that understands your passion, your injuries and the law. Call us for your needs at 1 866-981-5596 and get the help you need.

Negligent motorists, roadway defects and distracted drivers can all lead to a serious bicycle accident. If you have been injured in a bicycle accident, you will need to recover financial compensation for your injuries. Contact a California bicycle accident lawyer.  See our Competitor Magazine ad.  Call 1-866-981-5596.  

Dog attacks can cause serious physical and emotional scars and children are most often the victims of vicious dog bites. In most cases, the dogs owner should be and is held liable for dog bite injuries. An Orange County dog bite lawyer should have the experience to handle a case such as this, as many special state and local statutes apply. At the law office of Allen, Flatt, Ballidis & Leslie, we review your case to determine who was to blame, and tell you the statutes that apply. Call 1 866-981-5596.

Been in a car accident?  Call a California car accident lawyer 866 981-5596 and get answers.  Never a fee without your recovery.

A large truck accident tends to cause catastrophic injuries due to the immense mass and size of the semi or tractor trailer. Truck collisions are like train collisions, devastating because this mass of metal hits your car, and you have little or no protection. If the truck caused the accident, the trucking company and/or truck driver will be held responsible for the crash. You should feel safe to freely and without any obligtion or charge consult with a California truck accident lawyer. We have represented truck accident victims as a specialty for the last 15 years.

If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident, you have many rights that most clients do not know exist. The pedestrian is protected from collisions far more than any other accident victim, because a car against a pedestrian is a no win situation for the pedestrian. Therefore, even if a pedestrian may be jaywalking, or crossing outside a crosswalk, there may still be liability against the careless driver and you may be able to recover for your injuries. Contact an Orange County pedestrian accident attorney. See some of our pedestrian accident cases we have successfully resolved for clients like you.

California wrongful death lawyers must do more than make a claim for financial recovery. We must help clients deal with the many losses that face a family in such situations and give advice, resources and counsel to those left behind. Whether from an auto/truck accident, as a pedestrian or any other cause, we will share our experience in helping you recover financially, and in all other ways possible.

Many injury victims do not realize that special laws protect bus operators from liability if certain claims are not filed immediately and properly.  Read this article on bus accidents and the procedures you need to know that has been written by an experienced California bus accident lawyer or call 1-866-981-5596.  The call and consultation is always free.

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