Bicycle Accidents

Personal Injury Attorneys Helping Victims in Schaumburg, Wheaton, and Beyond

 

Bicycle AccidentsWhile riding a bicycle may be a great source of enjoyment, it is not without its risks. Bicycle accidents may have devastating consequences for riders, since a bicycle does not offer the structural protection of a car. If you have been hurt in a bicycle accident in Cook County, you should not delay in reaching out to the Wheaton and Schaumburg bicycle accident lawyers at Therman Law Offices. As experienced motor vehicle collision  attorneys, we are dedicated to protecting your rights and pursuing the compensation that you deserve for your harm.

Assert Your Rights Following a Bicycle Accident

According to the Centers for Disease Control, over 900 bicyclists nationally were killed in bicycle accidents in 2013. In the same year, there were nearly half a million emergency room visits due to bicycle-related injuries. In 2014, the Governors Highway Safety Association found that Illinois was among the top states for bicyclist fatalities. Statistics indicate that 80 bicyclists tragically lost their lives in this state between 2010 and 2012.

If you were hurt in a bicycle accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be able to seek compensation for your harm from the at-fault party. Negligence is a failure of a driver or someone else to exercise reasonable care, thereby causing harm to a victim. Drivers are expected to take the same precautions that a prudent person would take in similar circumstances. To prevail in a negligence claim, the bicyclist must establish certain elements:

  • The bicyclist was owed a duty of care by the defendant;
  • The defendant breached the duty of care, such as by failing to maintain a safe distance from the bicyclist, keep a lookout for the bicyclist, or yield the right of way when required;
  • The defendant’s breach was a direct cause of the bicycle crash; and
  • The bicyclist sustained damages that can be compensated.

An injured bicycle rider may typically recover substantial damages, addressing items such as medical expenses, lost income and benefits, pain and suffering, property damage, and more. In cases in which the injury is long-term, which unfortunately are not uncommon, the bicyclist may also be able to obtain reimbursement for future medical expenses. Our bicycle accident attorneys can advise Schaumburg and Wheaton residents on the full scope of damages that they may be able to receive.

Like other states, Illinois imposes a time limit in which a personal injury claim must be filed, known as the statute of limitations. A victim has two years from the date of the accident to file a claim in civil court for personal injuries and five years to file a claim for property damage. Failing to file a lawsuit within this time usually means losing your right to take legal action altogether.

Contact a Bicycle Accident Lawyer in Schaumburg or Wheaton

If you or someone close to you has been hurt in a bicycle accident, it is important to speak to a Wheaton or Schaumburg bicycle accident attorney about the circumstances surrounding your injuries. At Therman Law Offices, we understand how to handle these cases and build strong arguments for our clients. With more than 35 years of combined experience, we represent victims throughout Cook County, including in Bartlett, Hanover Park, Bensenville, Wood Dale, Bloomingdale, Roselle, Carol Stream, Glendale Heights, Lombard, Villa Park, Addison, Elmhurst, West Chicago, and Lemont. We have offices in Schaumburg, Wheaton, and near O’Hare Airport. Call us at 312-588-1900 or contact us  online to set up a free appointment with a personal injury or wrongful death lawyer.

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