Bicycle Legal Clinic: Learn About Your Rights And Responsibilities On The Road

For over a decade, bicycle lawyer Ray Thomas has been sharing his wisdom with cyclists around the state in this 60-minute clinic on bicyclists’ rights and responsibilities on the road. Hear about Oregon’s bike law basics, get inside info about insurance, and learn what to do if you’re in a crash. Includes a lively question and answer session, and a free copy of Pedal Power, a Legal Guide for Oregon Cyclists.

RSVP to Stephanie by email or phone at (503) 226-0676 x23. Leaving a message is sufficient.

Workshops are held at the BTA office, 233 NW 5th Ave, in Portland, unless otherwise noted.

Wed Feb 17th	6:00 - 7:00 pm	RSVP
Wed April 21st	6:00 - 7:00 pm	RSVP
Wed May 19th	6:00 - 7:00 pm	RSVP
Wed June 16th	6:00 - 7:00 pm	RSVP
Wed July 21tst	6:00 - 7:00 pm	RSVP
Wed Sept 15th	6:00 - 7:00 pm	RSVP
Wed Nov 17th	6:00 - 7:00 pm	RSVP

 

Pedal Power: A Legal Guide for Oregon Cyclists

This book is a collection of information about bicycles and the law in Oregon. The material is collected in sections relating to laws, with explanatory articles about several areas. Its purpose is to provide bicyclists with more knowledge about the laws of the roadway. Published by the Bicycle Transportation Alliance.

Download the pdf file for this booklet (updated February 2010).

Self-Initiated Complaints: A Guide

Bicyclists are allowed to bring charges against other road users who have broken the law. While we don't recommend this for everyday infractions, if you've been injured by a seriously negligent driver, check out the legal guide written by Ray Thomas, or a version of the advice written for the lay person.

Read about a fellow cyclist who went through the process successfully.

And read about another success story.

Bicycle Lawyers

For legal reasons, the BTA cannot recommend any specific lawyer, nor certify that their work is of high quality.  Full contact information can be found at the Oregon State Bar website, www.osbar.org.

Michael Colbach
Phone: (503) 243-1900
Fax: (503) 243-1944
Email: mike@colbachlaw.com
Michael Colbach represents bicyclists in personal injury cases.

Mark J. Ginsberg
Phone: (503) 542-3000
Email: markjginsberg@yahoo.com
Mark J. Ginsberg handles bicycle injury and death cases. He also defends cyclists in traffic court.

Susak & Powell
Phone: (503) 227-6722
Email: rosanne@susakandpowell.com
Stephen Reidlinger represents bicyclists in personal injury cases.

Swanson Thomas & Coon
Phone: (503) 228-5222
Fax: (503) 273-9175
Email: rthomas@stc-law.com
Ray Thomas specializes in bicycle law.

Vangelisti Kocher
Phone: (503) 445-2100
Fax: (503) 445-2120
Email: info@vangelisti.com
Scott Kocher and Richard Vangelisti handle bicycle injury and death cases in Oregon and Washington.