Addison Bike Accident Lawyer

In this era of distracted, inattentive and drunk driving, more bicycle riders are finding themselves in disastrous accidents with motor vehicles than ever before, locally in greater Chicago with our Divvy bikes; statewide in Illinois; and nationally.

The aftermath of a bicycle versus a car or truck accident is often catastrophic for the cyclist. These accidents can leave brain and spinal cord injury, broken bones, coma, paralysis and disfigurement in their wake for vulnerable riders of bicycles. If this describes your dire situation, the help you are looking for is just a phone call away.

Attorney Adam E. Schramm and the Schramm Law Group, LLC, in DuPage County, have been devoted to protecting the rights of injured bicyclists for years. Our law firm’s founder directs this dedication into a detailed investigation of these accidents, bringing his fact-finding to insurers for persuasive negotiations, and litigation in court when necessary.

If your body, psyche and Divvy bike were broken in an avoidable traffic accident caused by negligence, we are here for you. Adam Schramm works his hardest to obtain the financial compensation you need to deal with hospital costs, ongoing medical treatment, lost income, bike replacement costs, and factors such as pain and suffering.

What Are Your Rights On Illinois Roads?

Did you know that Illinois law treats bicycles just like cars? Under state statute 625 ILCS 5/11-1502, you have the exact same rights and duties as a motorist. Drivers must share the road and yield the right-of-way to you. When a driver ignores your space on the streets, they break the law.

Time Limits And Fault Rules For Illinois Bike Claims

You must act quickly after a crash to protect your physical and financial recovery. Illinois gives you two years from the date of the bicycle wreck to file a lawsuit against the driver. If you miss this strict deadline, you lose your right to collect any compensation at all. Illinois uses a rule called modified comparative fault. This means you can still collect money even if you made a minor mistake during the crash, provided you carry less than 50% of the blame. We deal directly with the insurance companies to establish the driver’s fault so you can focus entirely on your healing.

The state also enforces a strict Three-Foot Passing Rule. When a motorist passes you, they must leave at least three feet of space between their vehicle and your bicycle. A driver can only cross a solid yellow line to pass you if your bicycle travels at less than half the speed limit, and if the road ahead provides a completely clear, safe view. Furthermore, motorists cannot legally harass you by driving recklessly close to your bike. If they crowd you on purpose and cause harm, they face severe criminal charges.

Common Bicycle Accidents In Addison, Illinois

When you ride through Addison, heavy traffic on busy corridors like Lake Street or Army Trail Road creates major hazards. Distracted drivers frequently overlook riders at major crossings and neighborhood intersections alike. If you suffer injuries because someone else failed to look, you should not have to pay for their mistake. We see these common causes of bicycle and Divvy crashes in our community:

Dooring accident: A driver opens a parked car door directly into your path along a busy curb without looking first.
Intersection bicycle accident: A motorist fails to yield or runs a red light where paths cross, striking your bike directly.
Left-hook and right-hook turns: A fast-moving vehicle cuts across your lane to turn right or left, leaving you with nowhere to go.
Unsafe passing: A driver squeezes past you on a narrow two-lane road without leaving the legally required three feet of room.
Distracted driving and speeding: A motorist checks their phone or drives over the speed limit, losing the ability to brake in time.
Rideshare and delivery conflicts: Uber, Lyft or commercial delivery vehicles block designated cycling areas or stop suddenly to drop off packages.
Road hazards: Construction detours, sudden lane shifts, deep potholes, loose gravel or poor night lighting cause a violent wreck.

Traffic camera footage and witness statements often prove exactly how these crashes happen. Our team knows how to secure this evidence before it disappears.

The Personal Injury Lawyer Who Can Handle Your Addison Divvy Bike Accident

Our metro area’s Divvy system was meant to get you from Point A to Point B – not from Point A to a hospital. If you are continuing to struggle with emotional trauma or financial hardships connected to a bicycle accident, you should be in touch with our law offices right away. Your initial consultation is free, and can take place at your home or hospital room if necessary.

Please call us at 630-394-2191 or stay online to send an email. You owe no attorney fees unless we win your case.