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The thrill of riding a motorcycle can be canceled out by the harm negligent drivers can do to you when they do not follow the rules of the road. If you were injured in a motorcycle accident in Shannon, IL, reach out to the motorcycle accident lawyers of Burger Law immediately at (312) 500-HURT or complete our online form for a no-risk, no-obligation case evaluation.
If you were injured in a motorcycle accident in Shannon, or anywhere in Illinois, find out how much your claim may be worth by using our free personal injury calculator.
Burger Law has over 30 years of experience getting full financial recoveries for our clients. Our motorcycle accident lawyers will fight until we win your case and there is nothing left to fight. Do not talk to your insurance or the other side’s insurance without speaking to an attorney first. The insurance adjuster will try to minimize your compensation. We know how to fight insurance companies and ensure that they treat our Shannon, IL clients fairly.
To discover more about what we can do for you, call an attorney at (312) 500-HURT to discuss your motorcycle accident case immediately.
Even though motorcycles account for barely over half a percent of total traffic miles traveled in the United States, they made up four percent of all injuries and 14 percent of all fatalities in traffic-related accidents in 2020, according to the National Safety Council. In the United States, in 2020 82,000 people were injured and 5,579 passed away in motorcycle crashes. In Illinois, of 3,077 motorcycle wrecks, 2,404 caused injuries and 152 were deadly, according to the Illinois 2020 Crash Facts and Statistics. Regrettably, over 50 percent of those crashes came when a passenger car or truck collided with a motorcycle when the biker was driving in a straight line, which leads us to believe that the accidents were often because of a car or truck driver was not looking out for bikers. Most of the crashes occurred in densely populated areas, especially major city streets.
According to data from the Motorcycle Legal Foundation, Illinois is eighth in the nation in terms of both registered motorcycles and motorcycle crash fatalities.
Nearly half of deadly motorcycle wrecks occur in the summer months, and 50 percent happen between 6 p.m. Friday and 6 a.m. Monday.
There are a number things you should do, both at the accident site and throughout the length of your claim process, to make sure your recover from your injuries both physically and financially.
While any collision is surprising and scary, it is important to keep a clear head. At the accident site, you should:
Lastly, if you did not seek medical treatment at the crash site, do so immediately.
Once you have gotten medical treatment, inform both your insurance company and the other driver’s. Then, speak to a motorcycle accident lawyer in Shannon, 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 we attain the great results you deserve. Allow us to deal with the investigation, documentation, negotiation and litigation so you can focus on your medical treatment.
We offer free consultations and are available 24/7 to take your call. Live chat, text, and virtual meetings are available.
For minor and clear-cut accidents, where the liable party is obvious and your medical expenses are no more than an urgent care visit, a lawyer may not be able to add much value to your claim. Give the insurance company your records and expenses, and ask for a little more for inconvenience. In a smaller settlement where not much is disputed, the insurance company will only lose money if they try to deny your claim.
However, more likely than not hiring a motorcycle accident lawyer will be the only way to get fair compensation in your injury claim. While it would be nice if insurance companies fulfilled their responsibility when their policyholders injure someone, it usually takes a fair amount of fighting to get them to be fair. You will almost certainly need a motorcycle accident lawyer in Shannon, IL if:
Your Shannon, IL motorcycle accident lawyer at Burger Law knows how to combat tactics insurance adjusters use. We have been doing it for over three decades. We offer an initial conversation and investigation for free, so speak to an attorney now at (312) 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 give up until you get every bit of compensation you deserve.
With any type of legal claim, results matter. You want to know that you are giving your case to 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. Any motorcycle accident lawyer can say they will fight for you, but a lawyer whose past clients will recommend 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 valid claim in Shannon, 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 because of another’s negligence, you need to file an injury claim. Consult with a motorcycle accident attorney now at (312) 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, we know how to calculate every dime you are owed and demand that the insurance company 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 claims in Shannon, IL is two years. That means the clock starts ticking on 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 hesitate to contact a motorcycle accident lawyer after you were hurt in a motorcycle accident in Shannon, IL. Call us today at (312) 500-HURT.
Motorcycles are not as easy to spot on the road, as they take up less space. As a result of a phenomenon known 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 look for other cars, but not for motorcycles. Inattentional blindness is a leading cause of motorcycle accidents in Shannon, IL.
Most motorcycle accidents occur because of:
Almost all motor vehicle accidents are the result of driver error. So, most of the time another driver is responsible for your injuries. However, depending on the specifics of your case, you may also be able to make a claim against:
States and municipalities 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 Shannon, IL can handle your claim and guide you through the complexities of local and state laws to get you the compensation you deserve.
Motorcyclists are not only at increased risk of a catastrophic injury, but are more likely to be in a fatal accident. If tragedy struck and someone you love died in a motorcycle crash, you can make a recovery through a wrongful death claim. While no amount of money can bring back your loved one, it can bring a sense of justice and ease the financial burden 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 Shannon, IL wrongful death attorneys are not just skilled at securing full compensation. We are understanding and kind and have helped many families navigate the sorrow, anger and confusion that comes after a fatal auto accident.
In addition to motorcycle accidents, other personal injury claims we take on and win in Shannon, IL include:
Our Shannon, IL motorcycle accident lawyers will fight until you get the maximum compensation you are owed; we promise. You deserve to be financially compensated for your motorcycle accident. You do not have to pay for someone else’s mistakes. To learn more about how our Shannon, IL personal injury law firm will fight for your rights, call our team at (312) 500-HURT or contact us online for a complimentary case review.
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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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