Articles Posted in Motorcycle Accidents

Currently, Illinois is one of the few remaining states that has yet to implement a motorcycle helmet law. For years, the lack of an Illinois motorcycle helmet law has been a point of contention among liberty-minded folks and motorcycle safety advocacy organizations in the state. At Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers, LLC, our Chicago personal injury attorneys…

Unfortunately, there is no way to avoid contact with motor vehicles when operating a motorcycle, so riders must take precautions to minimize their risk of injuries in motorcycle accidents. Were you involved in a motorcycle crash and suffered leg injuries due to another’s negligence? At Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers, LLC, our Chicago personal injury attorneys are…

Getting into a motorcycle accident is a scary experience that can have devastating consequences. Many of these accidents cause serious injuries, cause issues for the person’s entire life, or can even be fatal. If you’ve been in a motorcycle accident, understanding what types of compensation you’re entitled to can help you understand your rights. A…

Getting your motorcycle license in Illinois is not easy. It takes a lot of time and effort to learn the traffic rules and requires passing an exam at the DMV. At Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers, LLC, our Chicago personal injury attorneys know that we need everyone who rides a motorcycle in Illinois to follow the same…

If you or a family member suffered injuries in a motorcycle accident, you are likely burdened with medical bills and lost income and want to recover compensation as soon as possible. Most motorcycle accident claims are settled out of court within six months to a year, depending on the circumstances. In this article, we will…

Motorcycle riders face more significant risks on the road than other drivers. Their bodies are more exposed to the environment since no outer shell protects them. Additionally, they take up less space, so other drivers may be unable to spot them as quickly as a car. While bikers must take extra precautions to remain safe,…

Motorcycle accidents are, unfortunately, a common and devastating occurrence on American roads. In 2020 alone, 5,579 motorcyclists lost their lives, and tens of thousands more were seriously injured [1]. Due to the limited physical protection that motorcycles offer compared to passenger vehicles, most motorcycle accidents lead to moderate to severe injury. Unfortunately, in addition to…

A motorcyclist’s lower extremities are the most vulnerable body parts in almost any accident, regardless of severity. The legs and feet can quickly come in contact with the road, get crushed by the bike and other vehicles, and absorb impact from other objects in a motorcycle accident. Lower extremity injuries in motorcycle crashes are often…

Road rash is a common injury that occurs in all types of accidents. You could lose your balance on your bike and scrape your knee, be ejected from your car, or hit the pavement after falling from your motorcycle. Depending on the circumstances of your road rash injury, it could have severe and, sometimes, life-threatening…

A thorough study spanning ten years has uncovered notable trends concerning motorcycle safety in major cities. Notably, Chicago has emerged with a remarkably low rate of motorcycle deaths, with the data indicating only 6.05 fatalities per 100,000 people. This record positions Chicago at the forefront of motorcycle safety. It is one of the 10 cities…