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 June 17th	5:30-6:30 pm	RSVP
Wed July 15th	5:30-6:30 pm	RSVP
Wed Sept 23rd	5:30-6:30 pm	RSVP
Wed Nov 18th	5:30-6:30 pm	RSVP

If you want to keep Ray Thomas’ invaluable information about cyclists’ legal rights at your fingertips, order a copy of Pedal Power.

To learn bike skills in addition to laws, check out our series of bike commuting workshops.

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.

Paul & Sugerman
Phone: (503) 224-6602
Fax: (503) 224-2764
Email: contact@pspc.com
David Paul and David Sugerman represent bicyclists in personal injury cases.

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.