Visalia & Tulare Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Representing Riders and Families Throughout Tulare County

If you’re reading this, something went wrong. Maybe you were hit while riding through downtown Visalia. Maybe a truck cut you off on Highway 198. Maybe you got the call no one should ever have to get—about a crash on Mooney Boulevard, or out near the orchards on Road 112. However you got here, we’re sorry. And we’re here to help.

Motorcycle crashes change lives. Fast. And in places like Visalia, Tulare, and the surrounding Central Valley towns, riders are often up against insurance companies who don’t understand what it means to ride—or worse, don’t care.

At McCarthy Motorcycle Law, we’re changing that. We’re considered California’s Motorcycle Law Firm. Built by riders, for riders. If you’ve been seriously injured—or if you’ve lost someone—you deserve answers. You deserve accountability. And you deserve a legal team that knows the roads, knows the risks, and knows how to fight.

We Ride. We Get It.

We’ve been in your boots. We’ve lost people we love to motorcycle accidents. We’ve been on the other side of those phone calls. So when we say we’re here for you, we mean it.

We also know how insurance companies treat motorcyclists. They act like we’re reckless. Like we were asking for it. Like it’s somehow our fault when someone drifts into our lane or turns left in front of us at an intersection.

That’s not just wrong—it’s dangerous. Because blaming riders instead of holding drivers accountable means more crashes. More injuries. More funerals.

We fight to change that.

Why Riders in Visalia and Tulare Trust McCarthy Motorcycle Law

  • We’re not billboard lawyers. We’re trial lawyers who know how to ride, and we actually take cases to court when insurance companies play games.

  • You get John McCarthy directly. Not a junior associate, not a paralegal. You’ll be talking to the lawyer who will actually handle your case.

  • We fight for the whole Central Valley. We know this part of California. The roads, the culture, the courts.

  • Free consultations, always. If we can help, we’ll schedule a free consultation. If we can’t, we’ll still point you in the right direction.

  • We only get paid if you win. No recovery? No fee. Period.

Common Motorcycle Crashes in Tulare County

There’s no “typical” crash—every one is different—but we see certain patterns again and again throughout Visalia, Tulare, and the surrounding communities:

Left-Turn Accidents

A car turns in front of a rider coming straight through an intersection—often at places like Caldwell and Mooney or along Dinuba Boulevard. They either “didn’t see you” or misjudged your speed.

Rear-End Collisions

Especially in stop-and-go traffic near schools, shopping centers, or on Tulare Avenue. A distracted driver looks at their phone instead of the road. You’re the one who pays for it.

Lane-Changing Crashes

Drivers on Highway 99 or 198 often drift without checking mirrors or blind spots. You’re just “not there” to them—until it’s too late.

Agricultural Vehicle Hazards

In Tulare County, riders often share the road with slow-moving farm equipment and heavy trucks. When drivers misjudge your speed—or if ag vehicles block visibility at intersections—tragedy can strike.

Road Conditions and Poor Visibility

Dust storms, cracked pavement, irrigation runoff, and low lighting at night all make rural Tulare County roads especially hazardous for motorcycles.

The Injuries Are Real—and Often Life-Changing

Motorcycle injuries are almost always serious. Riders don’t have the luxury of a steel frame, airbags, or crumple zones. When a biker goes down, it’s body to pavement.

We regularly help clients who are dealing with:

If you or your loved one is facing a long recovery, permanent disability, or the need for multiple surgeries, we’ll make sure the insurance company doesn’t minimize your suffering. We build strong cases that reflect the true cost of what you’ve been through.

Motorcycle Wrongful Death Cases in Visalia and Tulare

Losing someone you love in a motorcycle crash is the kind of heartbreak that doesn’t just go away. And we wish there were no need for wrongful death lawyers. But the sad reality is, many of the fatal crashes we handle were 100% preventable.

When a loved one dies in a crash, you may be entitled to file a wrongful death claim if you are:

  • A spouse or registered domestic partner

  • A child or legal dependent

  • A parent (in some cases)

  • A legal heir

We handle these cases with respect, compassion, and care—while still being relentless in holding the at-fault party accountable. Whether the other driver was texting, drunk, speeding, or simply careless, we build cases that honor your loved one’s memory and fight for the justice they deserved.

What Can You Recover?

Every case is different, but here are the most common types of damages we help recover for injured riders and grieving families:

  • Emergency and ongoing medical expenses

  • Physical therapy and rehabilitation

  • Lost income and loss of future earning ability

  • Pain and suffering

  • Emotional distress

  • Property damage (including bike repair or replacement)

  • Wrongful death damages, including funeral expenses and the loss of companionship, love, and support

Sometimes, we’re also able to pursue punitive damages—especially in cases involving drunk drivers, hit-and-runs, or reckless behavior.

Local Knowledge Matters in Central Valley Motorcycle Cases

You don’t want a lawyer who needs a GPS to find Tulare County Superior Court. You want someone who’s familiar with the roads around Farmersville, Lindsay, Exeter, and Porterville. Someone who understands how ag trucks move, how Central Valley traffic works, and how local judges and juries think.

That’s us. We’ve been helping riders all across Central California—from the coast to the valley—for years. We know the small-town feel. We know how to tell your story in a way that gets heard.

Let’s Talk—No Pressure, No Cost

We know reaching out to a lawyer might not be your first instinct. But it’s one of the smartest things you can do after a crash—especially before evidence disappears or the insurance company convinces you to accept a lowball offer.

Here’s what you get when you reach out to McCarthy Motorcycle Law:

  • A free, confidential case evaluation—sent straight to our inbox

  • A same-day response in most cases

  • A chance to talk to a real lawyer, not a sales team or intake robot

  • Honest answers about your options and what comes next

And if we can help? We’ll handle everything—from medical record requests to insurance negotiations to filing your case in court if necessary. You focus on healing. We’ll handle the fight.

We’re Here for Riders. And We’re Not Going Anywhere.

We’re proud to fight for riders in Visalia, Tulare, and all over Tulare County—including Dinuba, Porterville, Exeter, Lindsay, and the surrounding rural roads that see far too many wrecks. We’ll stand by your side whether your case settles quietly or goes all the way to trial.

You’re not just a claim number to us. You’re a rider. A parent. A sibling. A spouse. And you deserve a lawyer who treats you like it.

McCarthy Motorcycle Law — California’s Motorcycle Law Firm
Built by Riders. Fighting for Justice in Visalia, Tulare, and All of Tulare County.