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Chicago Bike Accident Lawyer
Attorney representation in Chicago, Illinois Since 1985
Illinois Personal Injury Attorney
Over 500,000 people are treated for bike-related injuries every year, many of these are due to motor vehicle collisions. If you or a loved one has suffered injury or after being struck by a car while on a bicycle, you need an experienced Chicago bike accident attorney. The Law Offices of John Budin are prepared to handle your case. We work hard to obtain the compensation you rightly deserve.
Our Chicago bike accident lawyer represents clients who fall victim to another’s negligence. We take the necessary time to investigate each case, find the cause, and determine the guilty party to hold them liable for their actions. Our goal is to pursue the most favorable compensation and help our clients live a relatively normal life after the bicycle accident.
In order to best protect yourself from being involved in a vehicle on bicycle accident, be sure to always wear a helmet and always obey traffic laws and safety protocol. Bikes are considered vehicles in Illinois and, as such, are required to follow the Illinois Vehicle Code. Failure to follow the laws of the road can result in citations or bike accidents. Common causes of bike crashes include:
- Automobiles illegally swerving into the bike lane
- Car doors being opened as a bicyclist passes
- Drivers making an unexpected turn as a bike is passing
- Cars turning as a bike crosses the street
- Vehicles pulling out of side streets or driveways and into the bike lane
- And more…
If the driver of an automobile negligently hits a bicycle, the rider of that bike may be eligible for damages. He or she may be entitled to compensation for their injuries, pain and suffering, medical expenses, loss of income, disfigurement and more. Only a skilled Chicago accident attorney will be able to negotiate the reward you rightfully deserve. Please schedule a consultation and case evaluation with the Law Offices of John Budin today.
Our Law Offices are located at:
One North La Salle Street
Suite 2165
Chicago, Illinois 60602
Cook, DuPage, Lake, Will, McHenry, Kane, Dekalb, Kendall, Grundy, Kankakee, Iroquois, and Livingston.