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(314) 500-HURTThe exhilaration you feel when riding a motorcycle can be ripped away from you by the harm negligent drivers can do to you when they do not respect your safety. If another driver injured you in Oregon, IL, speak to the motorcycle accident lawyers of Burger Law today at (312) 500-HURT or contact us online for a free case evaluation.
If you were injured in a motorcycle accident in Oregon, or anywhere in Illinois, find out how much your claim may be worth by using our free personal injury calculator.
Motorcycles are an ideal way to give yourself a sense of calm. You get a feeling of the open road that you do not get in an enclosed vehicle. Unfortunately, this freedom also comes with a high price. Because motorcycles do not protect riders as well as enclosed vehicles, the consequences of a motorcycle accident can be devastating. When you are injured, it carries immediate hardships and you need someone to stand by your side and ensure you are treated fairly. You want a law firm with a proven track record of winning motorcycle crash cases in Oregon, IL.
To learn more about what we can do for you, call a lawyer at (312) 500-HURT to discuss your motorcycle accident case today.
Even though motorcycles account for only .06 percent of all vehicle miles traveled nationwide, they made up four percent of all injuries and 14 percent of all fatalities in traffic-related accidents in 2020, according to data from the National Safety Council. In the entire country, in 2020 there were 82,500 motorcycle accident injuries and 5,579 deaths. In Illinois, of 3,077 motorcycle wrecks, 2,404 caused injuries and 152 were fatal, according to the Illinois 2020 Crash Facts and Statistics. Unfortunately, over half of those crashes came when the motorcycle was driving straight, insinuating that the accidents were often due to another driver failing to notice motorcyclists. Crashes are most common in metropolitan areas, especially major city streets.
According to findings from the Motorcycle Legal Foundation, Illinois is eighth in the nation in terms of both registered motorcycles and motorcycle crash fatalities.
The most common season for motorcycle crashes is summer, and half of all wrecks happen between Friday night and Monday morning.
There are a number things you should do, both in the immediate wake of an accident and in the days and weeks that follow, to make sure your recover from your injuries both physically and financially.
While any crash can be jarring, try to stay as calm as possible. Immediately after the crash, you should:
Finally, receive medical attention if you have not already.
Once you have gotten medical treatment, notify both your insurance company and the other driver’s. Then, speak to a motorcycle accident lawyer in Oregon, IL about your case. If your injuries are significant, you will likely need one to get full compensation. While communicating with your attorney, it is important to:
From the first time you speak with us, we will keep you completely in the loop until you get the full financial recovery you are owed. Let us deal with the investigation, documentation, negotiation and litigation so you can focus on your medical treatment.
For accidents involving minor injuries, where there is no discrepancy about who is at fault and your medical bills are no more than an urgent care visit, you may be able to get compensation on your own. Give the insurance company your records and expenses, and see if they will throw some extra money on top for inconvenience. In a smaller settlement where not much is disputed, the adjuster will only lose money if they try to fight your claim.
However, in most cases, you will need the assistance of a motorcycle accident attorney for your injury claim. While it would be nice if insurance companies fulfilled their responsibility when their policyholders injure someone, they usually have to be convinced to. You will probably need a motorcycle accident lawyer in Oregon, IL if:
Your Oregon, IL motorcycle accident lawyer at Burger Law knows how to fight back against dishonest ploys insurance adjusters use. We have been doing it for over three decades. Our consultations are free, so speak to an attorney now at (312) 500-HURT to see what we can do for your claim. We get to work from the second you hire us, and do not give up until you get all of compensation you are owed.
With any type of legal claim, results matter. You want to feel confident that you are putting your case in the hands of the best possible lawyer, and that they are going to fight hard to make sure you get 100 percent of the recovery and compensation you deserve. A motorcycle accident lawyer saying they know how to get full compensation is one thing, but a lawyer with client testimonials and results to prove it is another thing. Here are several of our most recent victories as well as client testimonials:
If you want to file any Oregon, IL injury claim, you must have sustained an injury that was caused by another person’s negligence. There are five elements to proving negligence in a personal injury claim:
If you were injured through another’s negligence, you can to file an injury claim. Consult with a motorcycle accident attorney immediately at (312) 500-HURT if you are unsure if you have a claim.
Your compensation will be a combination of:
Factors that might make your recovery higher or lower include:
At Burger Law, we know how to calculate every dime you are owed and demand that the liable party takes responsibility for all of it. If your injuries lead to future economic damages like lost earning capacity or future surgeries, we will ensure you also get money to pay for that, including calculating for inflation.
Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/13-202, the statute of limitations for motorcycle accident injuries in Oregon, IL is two years. That means you only have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit in court. There are some exceptions:
While two years may seem like a long time, investigating and developing a legal strategy for your claim takes time. Do not wait to reach out to a motorcycle accident lawyer after you were hurt in a motorcycle accident in Oregon, IL. Call us immediately at (312) 500-HURT.
Motorcycles are harder for drivers of enclosed vehicles to see, being smaller. Due to something referred to as “inattentional blindness,” it is harder for drivers to see a motorcycle — even when they are looking for one. This is because most drivers have programmed their brains to be aware of other cars, but not for motorcycles. Inattentional blindness contributes to many motorcycle accidents in Oregon, IL.
Most motorcycle accidents occur because of:
More than nine out of 10 auto accidents are the result of driver error. So, most of the time another motorist is liable. However, other parties that may be held accountable include:
Governmental bodies are supposed to keep their roadways safe for use by everyone on the roads, and when obstruction or other objects in the road cause an accident, the municipality may have to compensate you for your injuries. However, suing a government entity in Illinois has added complications. Our motorcycle accident lawyers in Oregon, IL can pick up your claim and take the fight to city hall to secure you a full financial recovery.
Motorcyclists are not only at increased risk of a serious injury, but are more likely to be in a fatal accident. If your worst nightmare came true and someone you love passed away in a motorcycle crash, you can make a recovery through a wrongful death claim. While no settlement or verdict can bring back your loved one, it can bring a sense of justice and ease some of the difficulties associated with their passing. 740 ILCS 180/, the Illinois Wrongful Death Act, details the laws surrounding wrongful death claims:
Burger Law’s Oregon, IL wrongful death attorneys are not just tremendous at securing full compensation. We are empathetic and have helped many families navigate the sorrow, anger and confusion that accompanies a fatal auto accident.
In addition to motorcycle accidents, other personal injury cases we we have had great success with in Oregon, IL include:
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Our Oregon, IL motorcycle accident lawyers will fight until you get the maximum compensation you are owed; that is our guarantee. You are owed a recovery for your motorcycle accident. You did nothing to deserve being in this situation, and you should not have to pay for it. To learn more about how our Oregon, IL personal injury law firm will fight for your rights, call our team at (312) 500-HURT or contact us online for a no obligation case evaluation.
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This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by Founding Partner, Gary Burger who has more than 30 years of legal experience as a practicing personal injury trial attorney. Gary’s robust legal knowledge is recognized by his peers as demonstrated by his industry awards and frequent Continuing Legal Education (CLE) lectures.
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