Chicago Bicycle Accident Attorneys

Bicycles are a common sight in Chicago as many commuters choose alternative modes of transportation for commuting and recreation. However, bicycle accidents happen frequently, leaving  cyclists with serious injuries. The Illinois Department of Transportation reports that in 2009 there were 8,568 total crashes involving pedestrians or bicyclists, including 133 fatal crashes. Nearly a quarter of those killed were aged 65 or older.

If you or a loved one has become seriously injured in a bicycle accident and you feel someone else is to blame, you may have questions about your legal rights to compensation. The experienced Chicago bicycle and bus accident attorneys at Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. can help. Contact Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. today for a free, no-obligation consultation at 877.420.1305.

Chicago Bicycle Accidents Are Often Caused by Other Drivers

Bicycling can be a fun recreational activity — and a dangerous one as well. According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, in 2009 there were 3,255 reported crashes involving bicyclists; 3,100 Illinois bicyclists were injured in those accidents and 20 bike riders were killed.

Bicycle accidents are almost always worse for the cyclist than the driver or passenger of the other vehicle. Even if you ride with the best of protective equipment, other vehicles outweigh you by thousands of pounds. Bicycle accident injuries are often quite serious, including head and neck injuries, leg or foot injuries, multiple broken bones, and traumatic brain injuries.

As a bicyclist, you are obligated to follow the Illinois Vehicle Code – which means that, just as any other driver, you must follow the rules of the road. However, so must the drivers around you; and if another driver fails to obey traffic laws, drives recklessly or otherwise causes an accident with your bicycle, you may have the right to file a claim for damages including:

  • Medical expenses
  • Lost wages
  • Pain and suffering
  • Property damage

You may file a claim against the other driver’s insurance company – or, if the driver didn’t have insurance or disappeared after hitting you, you may need to bring an uninsured motorist claim against your own auto insurance policy. If you don’t have an auto insurance policy, you may be able to make a claim against a household family member’s policy. The bicycle accident attorneys at Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. can review the facts of your case to determine the best course of action to protect your interests.

Contact Our Chicago Bicycle Accident Attorneys Today

For three decades, the bike accident attorneys at Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. have represented bicycle accident victims in legal claims across Illinois, including Chicago, Cook County, and Lake County. Our legal professionals understand the emotional, physical and financial turmoil that serious bicycle accident injuries can cause – and we remain committed to helping our clients rebuild their lives.

We have obtained substantial recoveries across the nation on behalf of our clients — over 170 cases with a minimum result of $1 million, totaling more than $600 million in various types of personal injury, accident and wrongful death cases. If you have additional questions or need help with a Chicago bus accident or bicycle accident case, please contact Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. for a free, no-obligation consultation at 877.420.1305.