Protecting the Rights of Injured Cyclists for Over 20 Years

Representing Bicyclists…It’s All We Do

An Expert on Bicycle Accidents

Gary Brustin specializes in bicycle law. He has decades of experience representing injured cyclists and has personally handled over 1,000 bicycle accident cases. He's also an avid cyclist.

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Our Philosophy

Gary Brustin's philosophy is simple and parallels virtually every Vehicle Code in the country...."Bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as motor vehicles."

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A Dedicated Advocate

Gary generously donates his time to numerous bicycle advocacy organizations. He is currently serving his tenth year on the Board of Directors of the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition. He served on the Board of Directors of the California Bike Coalition for ten years and the League of American Bicyclists in Washington, D.C. for nine years. He also was the Founder and first Chairman of the National Legal Affairs Committee for the League of American Bicyclists.

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Los Angeles

$1.1 Million

Cyclist hit by motorist who failed to yield at intersection. The injuries were multiple orthopedic fractures, dental injuries and permanent scarring.

Los Angeles

$1 Million

Cyclist killed by a driver who rear ended her at a high rate of speed.

Los Angeles

$500,000

Bicyclist suffered a severely fractured knee after being hit by driver making an unsafe left turn.

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The Brustin Difference

Gary Brustin specializes in cycling law. He handles no other cases. By focusing on this single branch of law, he has acquired the skills and experience needed to win the most challenging cases.

Gary personally handles every case. As a client, you will have his direct dial cell phone number. When you call, text or email, he responds personally. You will always get his expertise on a “one to one” level.

Practice Areas

Common Questions

A confidential free consultation gives the injured bicycle accident victim the opportunity to ask questions and to obtain a better grasp of the legal procedures that are involved in a bicycle accident personal injury case. Clients often ask questions of this nature:

Who is at fault?
What are my responsibilities?
How long should I wait until considering a settlement?
Who will pay my medical expenses?
Will I be compensated for lost earnings?
Will my bike and accessories be replaced?
What is the estimated value of my case?
How much are the fees and costs?

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Memberships & Affiliations

“My deepest appreciation for the manner in which you handled my bicycle injury case. I gladly give you an A+ rating for purposes of reference.”

- E.F. Palo Alto, CA

“What is usually talked about as a long, terrible, frustrating legal process, was, in fact, not. Your efforts on my behalf took all of the difficulty out of it for me. I couldn’t imagine a better experience with the legal system and with a lawyer. I will gladly recommend you to anyone.”

- R.E. Costa Mesa, CA

“Thank you for being a super lawyer. Your professionalism was impressive from the first day I met you and I never feared that something good would come from this incident because it was in your hands.”

- H.Y. Redondo Beach, CA

“On behalf of the Chevrolet Sheriffs’ professional riders, I would like to thank you for acting as our team attorney. Your support has helped us become the #1 team in America.”

- Greg Christopherson, Winston-Salem, North Carolina

“On behalf of the citizens of Irvine and students in the Irvine Unified School District, I would like to thank you for your very generous donation of eight bicycle helmets. The helmets are necessary to help get our pilot program requiring helmet use at elementary schools underway.”

- R.W. Irvine, CA

“I want to personally thank you for your support of the RACE ACROSS AMERICA, its riders, and the staff over the years. You are truly part of the ‘RAAM Family’ and I speak on behalf of ultra-marathon cyclists across America in extending our sincere gratitude for everything you have done.”

- Michael Shermer, RAAM Director

“I just wanted to personally thank you for all your help in settling my accident case. I am especially impressed with your ability to resolve the issue without the need of depositions or interrogatories, which reduces a tremendous amount of stress. Thanks again for your extremely professional assistance.”

- R.D. Los Angeles, CA

“I want to thank you for your sponsorship of the club’s new jersey. It was so refreshing to hear your enthusiasm for bicycling as a recreational sport and your enjoyment of riding…we all appreciate your years of support for the cycling community.”

- W.H. Goleta Valley Cycling Club

“I want to thank you for your professional and honest handling of my lawsuit. You can be sure that I will recommend you whenever the opportunity presents itself.”

- R.B. San Diego, CA

I just want to say thanks a lot for taking my case and believing in my side of the story…having you as my lawyer gave me hope that justice would be on my side. Best wishes for your practice and it feels good to know that bicyclists have an advocate such as you.

- E.T. San Francisco, CA

Protecting the Rights of Injured Cyclists for Over 20 Years

An Expert on Bicycle Accidents

Our Philosophy

A Dedicated Advocate

$1.1 Million

$1 Million

$500,000

The Brustin Difference

Practice Areas

Common Questions

Memberships & Affiliations

Complimentary Consultation