Up to 11% of all roadway accidents in the United States involve motorcycles, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. When a motorcyclist is involved in an accident, he or she is 35 times more likely to die than the occupant of an automobile. An estimated 67,000 motorcyclists are inured and approximately 4,000 die each year as a result of traffic accidents in the United States. If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, you should contact our knowledgeable and highly-skilled team of Chicago auto accident Lawyers to ensure you receive the help you need.
Motorcycle Accidents in Schaumburg
The population in the Chicagoland area is growing. Suburbs like Schaumburg are seeing ever increasing congestion on the roadways and consequently, more accidents. Motorcyclists are particularly vulnerable to injury, as they have virtually no protection in case of an accident. They are often thrown from their bike onto the pavement or into the path of oncoming traffic. The motorcyclist may be lucky and only sustain minor injuries; but all too often they suffer internal bleeding, broken or severed limbs, or even death.
Motorcycle accidents can be caused by unseen road hazards or driver error. However, most involve another vehicle. In fact, if those who are driving cars, trucks, busses, and SUVs were more aware of the presence of motorcycles on the road, many of these accidents might be avoided altogether. Negligence by another driver is often the reason a motorcyclist is injured or killed.
Contact a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
It is not unusual for a motorcyclist in Schaumburg to experience a life-altering injury that will require extensive medical treatment and physical therapy. In fact, serious injuries are often sustained due to head trauma as the result of a motorcycle accident. Specialized long-term care and a modified home environment may be necessary even after rehabilitation. The stress will be undoubtedly compounded by the financial hardship of being unable to work and mounting medical bills.
At Shea Law Group we understand the importance of obtaining a fair settlement that will help with replacing lost wages, paying medical providers, home care, and providing for unexpected expenses that may arise while you recover. Even a relatively minor injury can require an extended time to heal before you can return to work—and you should not have to worry about your family’s financial health while you are regaining yours.
Attorneys in Schaumburg
We have represented hundreds of clients who have sustained motorcycle accident injuries, and we have the experience necessary to help you attain the compensation you deserve. We are not dissuaded by the insurance carriers’ tactics and we will always demand the maximum settlement amount you are entitled to.
After many years of dealing with these companies, we have learned that we must be prepared to conduct a thorough investigation of your accident and carefully preserve all evidence that can be used to help your case. Additionally, we retain the top experts in the field to make sure your settlement will not be diminished for any reason. Don’t let an insurance company keep you from the settlement you are rightly entitled to, contact Shea Law Group today.
