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Motorcycles are the perfect vehicle for getting around in the city. They don’t take up a lot of space, making it easy to find parking, they are fun to ride, and they fit nicely into dense urban environments. In fact, Chicago has one of the better safety records for motorcycles. Using data from the National…

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…

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 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…

There were 5,932 motorcyclist fatalities in 2022, with that figure increasing each year [1]. When compared to regular car accidents, motorcycle accidents have 29 times the number of fatalities [2]. Just 67% of motorcyclists wear helmets while riding their motorcycles [3]. An experienced motorcycle accident lawyer from Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers can give you a better…

The best hospitals in the United States tend to have strict policies and protocols to protect patients. High-performing hospitals prioritize safety and quality of care and regularly adhere to healthcare standards. Hospitals that receive frequent violations or lawsuits may reflect a lower quality of patient care. Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers is committed to holding negligent hospitals…