Lawyers for Bicycle Car Accidents

Chicago is one of the most bike-friendly cities in the country, with dedicated bike lanes, shared streets, and incentives encouraging more people to choose cycling as a primary mode of transportation.

As thousands of motor vehicles pass through the city every hour, negligent drivers continue to pose a serious risk to bicyclists. Whether riding a traditional bicycle or an electric bike (e-bike), cyclists are at a severe disadvantage in an accident, with little protection against the impact of a 4,000-pound vehicle.

Victims in these cases may require extensive medical care while being completely unable to return to work—and such inability to maintain employment may be permanent in some cases. This is why it is paramount to seek legal advice immediately after an accident.

At Susan E. Loggans & Associates, P.C., we are passionate about helping injured bicycle accident victims and have true caring and respect for them. With years of experience as a personal injury law firm, our legal team fights tirelessly against insurance companies and negligent parties to ensure victims receive the settlement offers they deserve. Our bike accident lawyers are relentless in pursuing maximum compensation for damages.

Common damages may include but are not limited to the following:

  • medical expenses,
  • emergency room expenses,
  • future related medical costs,
  • pain and suffering,
  • emotional distress,
  • lost income,
  • loss of future wages stemming from an inability to work,
  • loss of a normal life,
  • loss of companionship,
  • reconstructive surgery expenses,
  • loss of consortium,
  • wrongful death and
  • other non-economic damages or punitive damages.

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Why Choose Susan E. Loggans & Associates for Your Bicycle Accident Case?

Dr. Susan E. Loggans is not only an experienced personal injury attorney but also a pioneer in holding negligent parties accountable. Her team is dedicated to helping bike accident victims rebuild their lives. When you choose Susan E. Loggans & Associates, P.C., you gain a legal team that cares about your future and understands the emotional and financial challenges you face.

Our firm personally manages every personal injury claim from start to finish, ensuring no detail is overlooked. From analyzing police reports and medical records to working with medical experts, we build a strong personal injury case to secure fair compensation for e-bike and bicycle injury victims.

We work on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing unless we win your bicycle accident claim. Call us today at (312) 588-9773 for a free case evaluation, and let us guide you through the legal process with care, determination, and expertise.

Common Causes of Bicycle and E-Bike Accidents

Bicycle accidents often occur because of hazardous road conditions or because other motorists fail to notice or respect the presence of bikers on the road. Other common causes of accidents include:

  • Left Turn Accidents: Many bicycle crashes happen when the at-fault party fails to obey traffic laws and turns left in front of an oncoming bicycle, often misjudging the speed of the biker or failing to see the bicycle entirely.
  • Rear-End Crashes: Unlike minor fender benders between cars, a rear-end collision can throw a bicycle rider from their bike, resulting in serious injuries that need significant medical attention.
  • Lane Change Collisions: At-fault drivers who are distracted, fail to check their blind spots, or misinterpret the speed of nearby bicycles and, therefore, sideswipe them, leading to serious or even fatal injuries.
  • Intersection Accidents: Failing to stop at red lights or yielding the right of way at intersections and stop signs often results in devastating collisions, leaving bicyclists particularly vulnerable.
  • Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Crashes: Impaired motor vehicle drivers pose a significant threat to cyclists, who are often the victims of their reckless actions.
  • Open Car Door Collisions: Bicyclists are at risk of colliding with motor vehicle doors that are opened carelessly into their path.
  • Unsafe Roadways: Poorly maintained roadways, potholes, and dangerous curves can cause bicycle crashes, potentially leading to liability for government entities responsible for road maintenance.
  • Defective Parts: Faulty bicycle equipment, such as brakes or tires, can cause accidents and may result in product liability claims against manufacturers.

Common Bicycle Accident Injuries

Unlike drivers and passengers in vehicles, cyclists have no physical protection during a crash. As a result, the injuries sustained are often catastrophic, requiring extensive medical treatment and long-term care.

The injuries sustained in a bike crash can be catastrophic. Without the protection of a car’s frame, bikers are exposed to direct impacts that can result in severe bike accident injuries requiring extensive medical treatment, physical therapy, and long-term care.

Some of the most common injuries include:

  • Broken Bones: Fractures to legs, arms, ribs, or other areas are prevalent in bicycle crashes.
  • Soft Tissue Injuries and Disfigurement: Lacerations and bruises may result from the impact or contact with the pavement.
  • Spinal Cord Injuries: Damage to the spine can cause partial or complete paralysis, altering a victim’s life permanently.
  • Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs): Concussions and other head injuries are common due to the force of impact during a motor vehicle accident.
  • Internal Organ Damage: Internal bleeding and organ damage often require emergency medical treatment.
  • Amputations: In extreme cases, injured bicyclists may lose limbs due to the severity of the collision.
  • Friction Burn Injuries and Road Rash: Friction burns occur when skin is scraped off by contact with a hard surface, such as the road. The impact of the fall creates enough heat to burn the skin as it slides across the pavement.
  • Herniated Discs: Impacts can cause spinal discs to become displaced. When this happens, a jelly substance leaks out, putting pressure on both spinal nerves and the spinal cord.
  • Comas and Fatalities: Cyclist deaths are tragically common in collisions involving high speeds or reckless driving.

Bicycle Accident Resources

Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety | Illinois Secretary of State

On this section of the Secretary of State’s website, you can learn more about the rules of the road and the legal rights of pedestrians and bicyclists. The website includes information about fatalities and injuries. You can also use this website to take safety quizzes.

Streets Are For Everybody (SAFE) Ambassadors | City of Chicago

Visit this section of the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) website to learn more about its SAFE Advocacy Program. You can find additional information about bicycle laws, bicycle safety, active transportation options, and the multiple CDOT projects. You can also learn more about recent news releases and request a Chicago Bike Map.

Contact Bike Accident Attorneys Who Fight for Injured Cyclists

If you suffered catastrophic injuries or your loved one was killed anywhere in Illinois as the result of an e-bike or bicycle crash, it is in your best interest to quickly seek legal representation. Susan E. Loggans & Associates helps people in communities all over Chicago.

Chicago bicycle accident lawyer Susan E. Loggans will fight to get you all of the compensation you need and deserve for past and future medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. Call (312) 588-9773 or complete an online contact form to have our personal injury lawyers provide an honest and thorough evaluation of your case during a free, no-obligation consultation.