Helping You Move Forward After A Motorcycle Accident
On busy Chicago highways and city streets, motorcycle accidents are common and usually lead to the biker suffering serious injuries or death. Since 1966, the personal injury lawyers at the Orzoff Law Offices in Northbrook and Chicago, Illinois, have helped injured bikers and grieving family members recover financially after motorcycle collisions causing injury or death.
We have a strong track record of successful settlements and verdicts in personal injury lawsuits and wrongful death claims. When you work with us, you will always receive a boutique law firm experience with the personalized attention you need to get through this difficult time. If you suffered serious injuries or a loved one died in a fatal motorcycle crash, contact our law office to schedule a free initial consultation.
Understanding What Causes Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents are usually the result of negligence on the part of a car or truck driver who wasn’t paying attention to the traffic around them and violated the right of way of a motorcycle.
Common causes of motorcycle accidents in Illinois include:
- Oncoming cars making an abrupt left-hand turn in front of a motorcycle
- A car or truck swerving into the motorcyclist’s lane because they didn’t check their blind spot
- Not giving enough stopping room and rear-ending the motorcyclist at a stop light
These are all examples of common motorcycle accidents on Illinois roadways. In each of these cases, the car or truck driver can be held financially responsible for the injuries he or she caused by filing a personal injury lawsuit.
Fighting For Fair Compensation For Serious Injuries
Motorcyclists suffer some of the most serious injuries due to speed and lack of protection. Without the body of a regular passenger vehicle around them, they are vulnerable to severe injuries and consequences.
Common injuries after a motorcycle accident include:
- Knee injuries are common because the knee is the most exposed part of the body. We frequently see knee fractures and road rashes.
- It’s not uncommon for a biker to fly over the handlebars, in which case traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries are likely.
- If the biker is caught under the motorcycle as it slides on the ground, leg fractures are common, as well as road burns and heat burns.
Families sometimes think that they cannot seek compensation for injuries because the biker wasn’t wearing protective gear or a helmet. That is not the case. If the other driver’s negligence caused the crash, your loved one will likely be eligible for compensation from the insurance company.
We thoroughly investigate every case to prove both fault and the extent and cost of injuries. We will not let our clients get less than they deserve: see our client success stories.
Get Started On Your Motorcycle Accident Claim Today
You do not have to go through the personal injury process alone. Our motorcycle accident attorneys are here to help you. Contact Orzoff Law Offices today for a free initial consultation by calling 847-780-2356 or filling out our online contact form. We are dedicated to protecting the rights of injured people and to maximizing their financial recovery. Spanish, Russian, Ukrainian and Polish language legal services are available.