Chicago Bicycle Accident Lawyers

The Chicago bike accident lawyers of Willens Law Offices, P.C. have successfully handled several bicycle accident cases in Illinois and has extensive experience and knowledge of relevant issues involved. We have recovered millions of dollars on behalf of our clients. We have the experience and skill to present a successful bike accident case in order to obtain maximum compensation for our clients.

When needed, our bike accident lawyers hire qualified bicycle experts, top medical experts and specialists for our clients. In addition, as in every personal injury case we handle, we thoroughly investigate the circumstances of a bike accident. Often, we will photograph and/or videotape the accident scene.

We are very sensitive to the claims of injured bicyclists. We know that our clients are not surrounded by steel with air bags and seat belts. Our clients are virtually unprotected while on their bicycles. We understand this and we are prepared to fight for our bike accident victims. We know what to do to present a successful case for the cyclist victim who has been hit by a car or truck.

In many cases, a bicycle accident results from a motorist’s negligence or inattention while operating his or her vehicle. The following are some common types of collisions that a cyclist may be injured in:

  • A motor vehicle driver turning directly in front of a bicyclist;
  • An automobile driver entering the street from a driveway or parking spot and pulls out into traffic in front of the bicyclist;
  • A motorist’s failure to yield at an intersection or running a stop sign or red light;
  • A vehicle driver’s inattention while driving past a bicyclist;
  • An automobile driver’s failure to look both ways when resuming travel after stopping at a stop sign;
  • An automobile driver is under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Due to the increase in bike traffic throughout the United States and Illinois, many cities have constructed special bike lanes. Parks now have trails which are accessible to bicycles, and some vehicle manufacturers are even offering bike racks as standard equipment. However, many motor vehicle drivers do not respect the bicyclists’ rights to share the roads.

Negligent automobile drivers (and uneducated bicyclists) have resulted in some unfortunate statistics.

  • Every 6 hours a bicyclist is fatally injured;
  • Approximately one million children are injured each year in bicycle related accidents;
  • Nearly half of all bicycle fatalities occur to children under the age of 16;
  • Head injuries account for about 75% of all serious injuries and fatalities from bicycle accidents;
  • While collisions with cars account for only 1/3rd of all bicycle accidents, they account for the majority of catastrophic injuries and deaths.

Motor vehicle operators must pay attention to all bicycle riders. They must equate a bicycle with a motor vehicle and observe the same laws. There are many laws concerning bicycles and ignorance of the laws will not protect a negligent driver if he or she injures a bicyclist.

Contact Our Chicago Bicycle Accident Lawyers

If you or a loved one has injured in a bicycle accident, the Chicago Bicycle Accident Lawyers at Willens Law Offices, P.C. can help protect your rights and assist you in recovering monetary compensation that you need and deserve.

Contact our skilled Chicago Bicycle Accident Lawyers today for your FREE consultation at 312-957-4166or e-mail us at info@willenslaw.com as soon as possible to find out how we can help you.