Yuba City & Marysville Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Representing Injured Riders and Grieving Families in Sutter and Yuba Counties

If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle crash—or lost someone you love—in Yuba City, Marysville, or anywhere in the surrounding areas, you already know how fast everything can change. One second, you’re enjoying the freedom of the open road. The next, you’re on the pavement, in pain, and facing a future that feels completely uncertain.

It’s terrifying. It’s unfair. And it can be hard to know where to turn.

At McCarthy Motorcycle Law, we’ve built our firm to stand up for you. For riders. For families. For real people whose lives have been upended by careless drivers, dangerous roads, and insurance companies that don’t give a damn. We are California’s Motorcycle Law Firm—built by riders, for riders—and we’re here to help you take the first step toward justice.

We Know the Roads. We Know the Risks. And We Ride Too.

Let’s be real—riding around Yuba City, Marysville, and the stretches of Highway 70 and 20 that connect them can be beautiful, but it’s not always safe. Whether you're cruising along Feather River Boulevard, heading through Live Oak, or riding out toward the foothills, all it takes is one distracted driver or poorly maintained road to cause a crash.

And when that happens? Far too often, the rider gets blamed. The police report is vague. The driver says they “didn’t see you.” And the insurance company tries to lowball your claim or deny it outright.

We’ve seen it all before—and we don’t let it slide.

At McCarthy Motorcycle Law, we ride. We’ve lost friends in motorcycle crashes. And we’ve built our entire practice around fighting for people like you.

Why Riders in Yuba City and Marysville Trust McCarthy Motorcycle Law

  • We’re not a billboard firm. We’re trial lawyers who actually ride—and who take on real cases for real people.

  • You work directly with John McCarthy. No intake specialists. No “legal assistants” running the show. You get an award-winning trial lawyer who gives a damn and knows how to win.

  • We know the local roads and culture. Whether you’re from Yuba City, Marysville, Live Oak, Olivehurst, or the outskirts near Beale, we understand the mix of rural roads, city traffic, and the unique dangers riders face here.

  • We work on contingency. You don’t pay unless we win. Period.

  • We offer fast, free consultations. And if we can’t help you, we’ll point you in the right direction.

Common Motorcycle Accidents in Yuba-Sutter

In towns like Yuba City and Marysville, you might not expect major crashes to happen. But between agricultural traffic, commuters, tourists, and outdated infrastructure, we see serious wrecks here all the time.

Here are some of the most common motorcycle crashes in the area:

Left-Turn Collisions

A driver turns left across your path—often on streets like Bridge Street, Colusa Avenue, or at intersections on Highway 20—without yielding. They claim they didn’t see you. You’re the one left broken on the pavement.

Rear-End Crashes

You’re stopped at a red light or waiting to turn, and a distracted driver slams into the back of your bike. On a motorcycle, this kind of crash can cause life-altering injuries even at low speeds.

Unsafe Lane Changes

On Highway 70 or even on smaller two-lane roads like North Beale or Garden Highway, drivers drift or merge without checking blind spots—leaving riders nowhere to go.

Dooring and Parking Lot Crashes

In downtown Marysville or near shopping centers in Yuba City, dooring and parking lot crashes happen more than people realize. One careless move and a biker is sent flying.

Dangerous Road Conditions

Gravel, potholes, agricultural runoff, poor lighting—these rural and semi-rural hazards are especially deadly for motorcycles. If the government or a contractor failed to maintain a safe road, they can be held liable too.

These Injuries Are Serious. And So Are We.

Motorcycle accidents aren’t fender benders. The injuries are often catastrophic. Riders hit the pavement with their bodies, not a steel cage around them. They get launched. They slide. And they suffer.

We regularly represent riders who suffer from:

You deserve more than a quick settlement to keep the lawyer’s mill running. You deserve real compensation for everything you’ve lost—and everything you still need to rebuild your life.

Motorcycle Wrongful Death Cases in Yuba City and Marysville

If you’re reading this because someone you love was killed in a motorcycle crash, we want to start by saying—we are so sorry. Nothing we say can make that kind of pain go away. But we can help you find answers. And we can help you fight for justice.

Wrongful death motorcycle cases often involve:

You may be entitled to bring a wrongful death claim if you are a surviving spouse, child, parent, or legal heir. These cases are about more than money. They’re about accountability, respect, and honoring the life of someone who mattered deeply.

We’ll handle the legal process. You focus on healing.

What Can You Recover in a Motorcycle Crash Claim?

Depending on your case, you may be able to recover:

  • Past and future medical expenses

  • Lost wages and reduced earning ability

  • Pain and suffering

  • Mental anguish

  • Damage to your motorcycle and gear

  • Costs for physical therapy or long-term care

  • Wrongful death damages, including:

    • Funeral and burial costs

    • Loss of companionship and support

    • Lost income or household contributions

    • Medical bills incurred before death

In serious cases—especially those involving drunk or reckless drivers—we may also pursue punitive damages.

Local Knowledge Makes a Difference

We’ve spent years fighting for riders throughout the Central Valley—including in Sutter and Yuba Counties. We know the mix of small-town roads, farming infrastructure, and how crashes here are often misunderstood by people who’ve never been on a bike.

We’ve worked cases in this region before. We know how the courts work. And we know how to explain a motorcycle crash in plain language that gets through to local juries.

You don’t want a lawyer who doesn’t know the difference between Olivehurst and Live Oak. You want someone who speaks your language—and who rides too.

Fast, Free, Confidential Case Evaluations

You’ve got enough on your plate right now. That’s why we make it easy to reach out.

Here’s what you can expect:

  • Fill out our free case evaluation form

  • It goes straight to our inbox—not to a chatbot, call center, or law firm mill

  • We usually respond the same business day

  • If we can help, we’ll set up a free consultation

  • If we can’t, we’ll still point you in the right direction

No pressure. No sales pitch. Just honest answers and real help.

Proudly Representing Riders Across Yuba and Sutter Counties

We help injured riders and families in:

  • Yuba City

  • Marysville

  • Olivehurst

  • Linda

  • Live Oak

  • Wheatland

  • Sutter

  • Plumas Lake

  • East Nicolaus

  • And the rural roads in between

Whether you were hit on a major highway or backroad, in a small town or just outside Beale Air Force Base—we’re here to stand with you.

McCarthy Motorcycle Law – California’s Motorcycle Law Firm
Built by Riders. Fighting for Justice in Yuba City, Marysville, and Across the Central Valley.