If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a motorcycle wreck in Springfield, Illinois, The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers can help. An experienced Springfield motorcycle accident lawyer on our team has provided legal representation to victims of serious motorcycle accident injuries in Springfield and throughout Illinois.
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Types of Compensation for Injured Riders
As a victim of a motorcycle accident, you may be entitled to various types of compensation. These may include medical bills and expenses, loss wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and more.
How Common Are Motorcycle Accidents in Illinois?
According to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Crash Report, in 2021 there were 3,275 motorcycle crashes, 168 of them involved fatalities.
Motorcycle accident victims in motor vehicle accidents were 27 times more likely to be killed compared with occupants of automobiles.
25 to 29-year olds are the most frequent victims in motorcycle accident cases.
Common Types of Motorcycle Wrecks in Springfield
Motorcycle accidents in Springfield commonly involve head-on collisions, left turn accidents,lane splitting incidents, and collisions with fixed objects. Speeding and alcohol use often contribute to these accidents with severe consequences for motorcycle riders.
Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries
Motorcycle accidents often result in severe, life-altering or catastrophic injuries too. Some of the most common include:
A Traumatic Brain Injury (TBIs): High impact crashes causing severe head injuries.
Neck Injuries and Spinal Cord Injuries (SCIs): Damaged vertebrae may lead to paralysis.
Fractures and Broken Bones: High force impacts breaking limbs.
Road Rash: Skin abrasions from sliding on pavement.
Internal Injuries: Blunt force trauma damaging organs.
What to Do After a Motorcycle Wreck
After a motorcycle wreck, it’s crucial to prioritize your safety. If you’re able to, move away from the traffic. Contact the authorities immediately to report the accident. Seek immediate medical treatment, even if you don’t feel injured, as some injuries may not be evident immediately. Preserve any evidence and document the scene. Finally, contact an experienced motorcycle accident and personal injury lawyer at The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers.
How Our Springfield Motorcycle Accident Lawyers Can Help
At The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers, each experienced motorcycle accident lawyer understands the physical, emotional, and financial toll a motorcycle wreck can take on you and your family.
That’s why we strive to provide compassionate and aggressive representation to help you receive the compensation that you deserve for your injuries. Our team will investigate the accident, gather evidence, negotiate with the insurance company, and advocate for your rights in court if necessary.
What Is My Motorcycle Crash Case Worth?
A Springfield motorcycle accident attorney assesses the value of your case by examining factors such as the amount of medical expenses, lost wages, potential future medical costs and losses, pain and suffering, property damage, and the degree of negligence of the at fault party.
Contact a Springfield Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Today
During a free consultation with one of our experienced Springfield motorcycle accident lawyers, we will discuss the details of your motorcycle accident claim. This includes details of the accident, your motorcycle injuries, and a possible legal strategy to seek compensation for your losses.
We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning, you don’t pay us anything unless we win your case. Our fees are a percentage of the settlement or court verdict, ensuring our goals align with yours which is primarily securing the maximum compensation possible.
Get help from a Springfield motorcycle accident lawyer when 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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