If you have been seriously injured in a motorcycle accident in Cicero, seek legal help from a Cicero motorcycle accident lawyer in our personal injury law firm, The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers. We represent severely injured motorcycle accident victims in Cicero and throughout Illinois.
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Types of Compensation for Injured Riders
After you suffer severe injuries in a motorcycle accident, you may be entitled to file a personal injury claim to recover:
Medical expenses
Lost wages
Pain and suffering
Property damage
Common Types of Motorcycle Wrecks in Cicero
Motorcycle accidents occur in a variety of ways:
Left-turn accidents often occur when drivers fail to yield or misjudge the speed of an oncoming motorcycle.
Rear-end collisions occur due to motorcycles’ smaller size makes them harder to see.
Lane splitting, which is illegal in Illinois, involves riding between lanes of stopped or slow traffic.
Road hazards like potholes, uneven pavement, and debris can be especially dangerous for motorcyclists.
How Common Are Fatal Motorcycle Accidents?
According to the Insurance Information Institute, motorcyclists are significantly more vulnerable on the road, facing a 29 times higher fatality rate compared to car occupants, according to 2019 data. Additionally, older riders (over 50 years) accounted for 37 percent of all motorcycle deaths in that year.
What Are the Major Causes of Cicero Motorcycle Accidents?
Alcohol consumption and speeding are major contributors to motorcycle accidents. Alcohol impairs rider alertness and response; in addition alcohol-impaired motorcycle riders are less likely to use helmets. Other causes of motorcycle crashes include driver distraction, reckless driving, and poor weather conditions.
How Can a Chicago Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Help?
If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident in Cicero, our team of experienced motorcycle accident lawyers can help you pursue the compensation you deserve. We will thoroughly investigate your case, gather evidence, and negotiate with insurance companies on your behalf. Our goal is to ensure that you receive maximum compensation for the injuries and losses you suffered from the accident.
Why are Motorcycle Accident Injuries So Serious?
Chicago motorcycle accident victims are often seriously injured because they have little protection compared to occupants of cars or trucks. Motorcycle crashes often lead to serious injuries such as:
Document the scene and gather witness information.
Contact a Chicago motorcycle accident attorney to explore filing a motorcycle accident lawsuit.
What NOT to Do After a Motorcycle Wreck
Avoid admitting fault or giving detailed statements about motorcycle accident claim to the insurance company without consulting an experienced motorcycle accident attorney. Do not neglect medical treatment for your serious injury or fail to document your injuries and the accident scene. Refrain from discussing the accident on social media.
What Happens If I Am Partially to Blame for My Accident?
Illinois follows a modified comparative fault rule. This means you can still recover damages if you are less than 51% to blame for the accident. Your compensation will be reduced by the percentage of your fault.
What Is My Motorcycle Crash Case Worth?
Motorcycle accident attorneys determine the value of a case by considering factors such as the severity your injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and long-term impacts of the accident.
Contact The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers Today
If your motorcycle accident was caused by someone else’s negligence, do not hesitate to contact the Illinois motorcycle accident lawyers in our Cicero office.
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An experienced motorcycle accident lawyer will meet with you to discuss your case, outline your legal options, and answer your questions.
Get help from a Cicero motorcycle accident lawyer if you've been injured in a crash because of someone else's negligence.
$7.5 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when a support wall fell and struck him. (Highest award on record for a construction injury in DuPage County at the time).
$3.2 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when he fell in an uncovered foundation trench, ranking as the highest award on record for a construction injury in McHenry County at the time.
$3 Million
Recovery for the family of a man struck by a garbage truck that was making an illegal turn.
$2.2 Million
Recovery for a salesman injured in an automobile collision.
$2 Million
Recovery for a man struck by a speeding vehicle as he waited for the CTA bus.
$1.5 Million
Recovery for a truck driver that was struck by another car on the expressway while his vehicle was disabled.
$1.4 Million
Recovery for a computer programmer that slipped and fell in the washroom at work.
Recovery for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a parking lot. At the time, this was the second-highest recovery on record in DuPage County for a similar injury.
$800,000
Recovered for a disputed wrongful death claim against a trucking company. The company denied they were involved in the collision.
$660,000
Recovery for a truck driver that was injured while unloading his trailer.
$550,000
Recovery for a person who slipped and fell in a grocery store.
$550,000
Recovery for a woman who injured her neck in a motor vehicle collision.
$500,000
Recovery for a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle while standing on the sidewalk.
$460,000
Recovery for a truck driver that tripped and fell in the parking lot while making a delivery.
$450,000
Recovery for a dental assistant who slipped and fell at work on an unnatural accumulation of ice.
$425,000
Recovery for a union worker struck by a speeding vehicle.
$425,000
Recovery for a passenger in a vehicle struck by an inexperienced driver.
$415,000
Recovered for a woman that required neck surgery after aggravating an existing neck injury in a truck accident.
$400,000
Recovery for a lab technician injured while transporting equipment.
$370,000
Recovery for a construction worker injured on faulty equipment at a construction site.
$315,000
Recovery for a motorist struck by a falling utility pole.
$310,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$300,000
Recovery for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
$250,000
Recovery for a young woman struck by another vehicle.
$250,000
Recovered for a woman who sustained a partial finger amputation and other injuries in a rollover car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$250,000
Recovered for a 60-year-old woman involved in a car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man hit by a semi-truck while operating a go-cart.
$240,000
Recovery for the injured party struck by another vehicle.
$235,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$235,000
Recovery for an inventory clerk injured when shelving toppled onto her.
$219,000
Recovery for a restaurant patron that slipped and fell in the bathroom.
$200,000
Recovered for an airline employee struck on the runway at O’Hare International Airport.
$190,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$175,000
Recovered for a child injured by fireworks at a fourth of July celebration.
$170,000
Recovered for a person injured when she slipped and fell exiting a major retail store.
$150,000
Recovered for a woman who fractured her leg when she was struck by a vehicle.
Britt C.
Andrew Kryder went above and beyond to help me out with a case that I brought to him. He was prompt, attentive, and extremely thorough. It was a pleasure to work with him!
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