Willens and Baez Secure a Half a Million Dollar Settlement Following Unlawful U-Turn Motorcycle Collision
On July 2, 2022, our client was operating his motorcycle westbound on North Avenue at the intersection of Villa Avenue in Villa Park, Illinois. He was with three other friends, occupying two motorcycles, at the time of the occurrence. It was at these very crossroads that his life would forever be altered. A vehicle facing […]
$500,000 Catastrophic Motorcycle Accident Settlement with Insufficient Insurance
Most of the time when personal injury law firms announce a settlement, our firm included, it is somewhat of a brag. In plain English, announcing a settlement is sending the message, “ We are good. Look at us. We get big results…..” This $500,000 settlement we discuss in this article is no such brag. This […]
1000+ Traffic Deaths In Illinois In 2017 – What It Means For Motorists
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) recently shared some distressing news: for the second year in a row, more than 1,000 people were killed in traffic accidents on our roads. IDOT’s preliminary figures show that 1,080 people lost their lives in Illinois crashes in 2017. This is the latest in what is apparently a continuous […]
More Deaths Linked to Illinois Traffic This Year
There’s no denying that Illinois roads can be dangerous. Now, there’s even more reason for drivers to stay as cautious as possible; a recent study just linked Illinois traffic to more deaths. In fact, Illinois traffic related fatalities have continued to rise in the first six months of this year despite car accident deaths decreasing […]
Biker’s Arm Among Most Common Injury in a Motorcycle Accident
Following a motorcycle accident, one of the most commonly suffered injuries is biker’s arm. This injury is caused when the bike falls on the arm of the rider and causes nerve damage to the arm. In this post, Chicago motorcycle accident lawyer will discuss this injury in detail. Types of motorcycle accidents that can cause […]
Left Hand Turn Motorcycle Accidents
Left hand turn motorcycle accidents are among the most common types of motorcycle accidents. According to some experts, as many as 40 percent of all motorcycle accidents happen when a driver or motorcyclist is making a left hand turn. When a motorcycle accident occurs during a left hand turn, it is either the motorcyclist or […]
Facts About Rear End Motorcycle Accidents
The chances of being severely or fatally injured in a rear end motorcycle accident are high because a motorcyclist has little protection from injury. Rear end accidents are quite common on Chicago roads and highways, and for motorcycles it is no different. However, in the case of a motorcycle, the chances of a fatal injury […]
Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Chicago
If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident due to another’s negligence, contact Willens & Baez because insurance companies often want to reach a quick settlement at an amount that suits their bottom line. Not many people are brave enough to take their bikes out during Chicago’s cold winter months, but as soon as […]
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder after a Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycle accident victims not only suffer physical injuries, but in many cases, find it difficult to deal with the psychological consequences. The psychological impact of a motorcycle accident may continue to affect a victim even long after the physical injuries have healed. A motorcycle accident victim may suffer depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) months or years after the accident. An accident victim […]
Accidents Caused by Inexperienced Riders
Inexperienced motorcycle riders can present a serious risk to other drivers. For many commuters, a motorcycle is the primary mode of transportation to school or work. However, the transition of a novice rider to an expert does not happen overnight. It takes months to master the delicate art of motorcycle riding. At any time there are numerous inexperienced […]
