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(314) 500-HURTThe exhilaration you feel when riding a motorcycle can be neutralized by the harm careless drivers can do to you when they do not follow the rules of the road. If another driver injured you in Peoria, IL, reach out to the motorcycle accident lawyers of Burger Law now at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online for a no-risk, no-obligation case review.
If you were injured in a motorcycle accident in Peoria, 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 enjoy yourself and build a camaraderie with people who share your passions. You are connected to the road and your motorcycle in a way that is not possible in an enclosed vehicle. Unfortunately, there is a potentially dangerous trade-off. 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 hardships and you need someone to fight for you. You want a lawyer that has demonstrated that they can full compensation in motorcycle wreck cases in Peoria, IL.
Burger Law has over three decades of experience getting maximum compensation for those injured through the negligence of another. Our motorcycle accident lawyers will tenaciously pursue your claim to ensure you get the medical care and financial recovery that you are owed and that you deserve. Do not talk to your insurance or the other side’s insurance without speaking to an attorney first. The insurance adjuster is out to limit your recovery. Our firm has a proven track record of successfully fighting the insurance companies and making sure that they treat our Peoria, IL clients fairly.
To discover more about how our personal injury law firm will fight for your rights, call an attorney at (314) 500-HURT to discuss your motorcycle accident case immediately.
Even though motorcycles make up barely over half a percent of total traffic miles traveled nationwide, they accounted for four percent of all injuries and 14 percent of total deaths in traffic-related accidents in 2020, according to 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 accidents, 2,404 caused injuries and 152 were deadly, according to the Illinois 2020 Crash Facts and Statistics. Regrettably, over half of those occurred when the motorcycle was driving straight, which means the accidents were often caused by another driver was not looking out for bikers. Crashes are most common in urban areas, especially major city streets.
According to data from the Motorcycle Legal Foundation, Illinois is eighth in the country with close to 300,000 registered motorcycles, and proportionately was eighth in the country in deaths in 2017.
Nearly 50 percent of deadly motorcycle collisions occur in the between June and September, and 50 percent happen between 6 p.m. Friday and 6 a.m. Monday.
There are a number steps you should take, both immediately following the accident and throughout the length of your claim process, to make sure your recover from your injuries both physically and financially.
While any crash can be surprising and scary, it is important to keep a clear head. Immediately after the crash, you should:
Lastly, receive medical attention if you did not already do so.
Once you have gotten medical treatment, notify the insurance company of everybody involved. Then, speak to a motorcycle accident lawyer in Peoria, 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 moment you hire us, we will keep you completely in the loop until you get the maximum compensation you are owed. Allow us to handle the legal aspect of your case so you can focus on healing.
For accidents involving minor injuries, where fault is clearly established and your medical expenses are no more than an urgent care visit, you may not need an attorney to get fair compensation. Supply the insurance company with your records and expenses, and see if they will throw some extra money on top for the trouble. In a a settlement for a relatively small sum of money where their policyholder is clearly liable, the insurance company will only lose money if they try to fight your claim.
However, more likely than not you will need the assistance of a motorcycle accident attorney for your injury claim. While it would be nice if insurance companies fulfilled their duty when someone is injured by their policyholders’ negligence, they usually have to be convinced to. Situations where you will need a motorcycle accident lawyer in Peoria, IL include:
Your Peoria, IL motorcycle accident lawyer at Burger Law knows how to combat tactics insurance adjusters use. We have been doing it for more than 30 years. Our consultations are free, so speak to an attorney today at (314) 500-HURT to see what we can do for your claim. We start developing our legal strategy from the moment you hire us, and do not let up until you get every bit of compensation you are owed.
You need a lawyer who has shown they can get maximum compensation in your type of claim before. A motorcycle accident lawyer saying they know how to get full compensation is one thing, but a lawyer whose former clients will vouch for them and who has the results to prove it is another thing. Here are several of our most recent victories as well as client testimonials:
If you want to have a successful claim in Peoria, IL, 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 have an injury claim. Consult with a motorcycle accident attorney immediately at (314) 500-HURT if you are unsure if you have a claim.
Your compensation will be a combination of:
Factors that determine how much you will recover include:
At Burger Law, our injury attorneys know how to calculate every dime you are owed and insist 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.
Under 735 ILCS 5/13-202, the statute of limitations for motorcycle accident injuries in Peoria, IL is two years. That means the clock starts ticking on the date you were injured to file a lawsuit in court. Illinois has three exceptions:
While two years does not sound like it should give you a sense of urgency, it takes time to properly build your case. Do not wait to call a motorcycle accident lawyer after you were hurt in a motorcycle accident in Peoria, IL. Call us immediately at (314) 500-HURT.
Motorcycles are harder for drivers of enclosed vehicles to see, as they take up less space. Due to something referred to as “inattentional blindness,” drivers are less likely to see a motorcycle — even if they are doing their best to be careful. This is because we train our brains to be aware of larger vehicles, but not for motorcycles. Inattentional blindness contributes to many motorcycle accidents in Peoria, IL.
The most common causes of motorcycles accidents are:
More than nine out of 10 motor vehicle accidents are the result of driver error. So, most likely, you will make a claim against another driver. However, other parties that may be held liable include:
Governmental bodies are supposed to keep their roadways safe for citizens to travel on, and when there are road hazards that cause an accident, the state may have to compensate you for your injuries. However, suing a government entity in Illinois has added complications. Our motorcycle accident lawyers in Peoria, 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 higher risk of a serious injury, but are more likely to be in a fatal accident. If tragedy struck and a family member died in a motorcycle crash, you can make a recovery through a wrongful death claim. While it is impossible to put a monetary value on your loved one’s life can bring a sense of justice and ease the financial hardships that come with your loved one’s passing. 740 ILCS 180/, the Illinois Wrongful Death Act, details the laws surrounding wrongful death claims:
Burger Law’s Peoria, IL wrongful death attorneys are not just tremendous at getting our clients full recoveries. We are compassionate and have helped many families get through the sorrow, anger and confusion that accompanies a fatal auto accident.
In addition to motorcycle accidents, other personal injury claims we take on and win in Peoria, IL include:
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Our Peoria, IL motorcycle accident lawyers will not stop fighting until there is nothing left to fight; that is our guarantee. You are owed a recovery for your motorcycle accident. You do not have to pay for someone else’s mistakes. To learn more about how our Peoria, IL personal injury law firm will fight for your rights, call our team at (314) 500-HURT or complete our online form for a complimentary consultation.
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This law firm is absolutely amazing. They took on my case, when nobody else would! They fought hard for me when it seemed there was no hope. They kept me informed and always asked for my input before making decisions on my case. Gary puts himself into every case unlike most law firm owners. Gary and his team really care about every one of their clients, and fights hard to get you a fair settlement. They actually won my case out of court, and then reduced my fees to make sure I could get my car fixed and be able to get back to some normality. I would recommend Burger Law over and above any other firm! If you go somewhere else you aren’t getting the best!
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