Eight years ago today, Rachael Maney became the Director of Bike Law and helped co‑found the Bike Law Foundation, our non-profit arm. Today, we celebrate her success in transforming Bike Law from a national network of bicycle crash lawyers into a leading voice in bicycle advocacy and safety.
When Rachael joined, Bike Law’s focus was on representing injured cyclists in legal claims and in courts. We still do that in states across the country, and since 1998, our lawyers have successfully worked for thousands of cyclists.
But under her leadership, Bike Law has become something much larger: a movement dedicated to better biking for all, reforming bike laws in many states, and elevating the voices of riders who have too often gone unheard. Her vision — to make cycling safer, more inclusive, and more joyful for more people and in more places — is now at the center of everything we do.
Through Bike Law’s social media platforms, including a vibrant Instagram and Facebook community, Rachael has built a direct line of communication with tens of thousands of cyclists across the United States and around the world. What began as legal updates has grown into community-building conversations about the best and worst, most joyous and most tragic aspects of riding a bike. She celebrates the joy of riding and the need to spread that joy while also being able to push forcefully for cycling justice.
Rachael has worked with local, state, and national organizations — from cycling clubs to advocacy groups to policymakers — to push for safer streets, stronger protections for vulnerable road users, and meaningful cultural and legal change. She has testified, drafted, lobbied, and consulted on legislation aimed at protecting cyclists, including efforts around vulnerable road user laws, safe passing requirements, e-bike regulation, and crash investigation standards. She has translated the lessons of individual cases into systemic change.
But above all that, Rachael shares her heart with injured cyclists on their worst days, especially with families navigating unthinkable loss. Her empathy, loyalty, and 24/7 availability are the reasons why Bike Law fulfills its mission.
Her impact on our clients means lasting, enduring friendships. Here she is with our client, Tom Waltimyer, following the May 2026 trial against the driver (and truck owner) responsible for the death of his daughter, Courtney.
Eight years in, Rachael has redefined what a lawyer-led organization can be — not just a place to turn after a crash, but a force for making biking better for all who turn the pedals around. Please join us in thanking Rachael for eight extraordinary years and in looking forward to many more to come.
Happy 8th anniversary, Rachael!
Bike Law founder and bicycle crash lawyer Peter Wilborn has raced, toured, commuted, and ridden his bike daily for fun. In 1998, Peter had a bike tragedy in his own family, realized firsthand the need for lawyers who understand cycling, and devoted his law practice to Bike Law.