Traffic collisions involving motorcyclists are considered some of the most physically damaging types of motor vehicle accidents that occur today. Although motorcycle accidents can cause extensive damage and severely injure any of those involved, they are also some of the most easily avoidable collisions when the state and local safety and traffic laws are adhered to by both motorists and motorcyclists alike.
If you were recently harmed in a collision, the party responsible for causing the accident may be held liable for damages. To determine what your compensation award may consist of, call today to schedule your risk-free consultation with a Joliet motorcycle accident lawyer. A knowledgeable personal injury attorney could take the time to learn more about your case and help you come up with an effective strategy for your case.
Due to the lack of protection motorcyclists are afforded by the vehicles they ride, the injuries that motorcyclists and other motorists may suffer in a motor vehicle collision can be devastating. Some of the injuries that are most commonly suffered by those involved in a motorcycle crash include, but are not limited to, the following injuries:
Additionally, since the injuries typically sustained in motorcycle accidents can cause severe damage to the body, the aftereffects of such injuries can impact an individual long after treatment and recovery is complete. In some cases, the injuries a motorist or motorcyclist incurs can be life-threatening may prove fatal. A skilled attorney with experience handling motorcycle crash cases in Joliet can analyze the facts of a case to determine the appropriate damages amount an injured party should seek to receive sufficient compensation for their injuries and any subsequent losses.
It is vital for motorcyclists traveling within the state to be aware of the motorcycle safety laws in place to avoid getting a ticket or potentially facing a criminal charge or civil penalty. Although there are some states which require that motorcyclists wear helmets while riding, Illinois does not. However, motorcyclists must have googles, glasses, or a shatter-resistant transparent shield while riding, as provided under 625 ILCS 5/11-1404.
In addition to the fixtures and clothing motorcyclists are required to don while riding, there are certain acts motorcyclists are prohibited from engaging in. For example, under 625 ILCS 5/11-1403.2, motorcyclists are prohibited from engaging in the aggravated operation of a motorcycle. Under the law, “aggravated operating of a motorcycle” is defined as riding on one wheel, also known as “popping a wheelie,” and can result in a fine of $100 minimum, and any subsequent violation is considered to be a misdemeanor with increasingly severe penalties with every conviction. A Joliet lawyer could further explain motorcycle law to a rider who was injured in a crash.
The damages an individual incurs from a motorcycle accident can range from extensive damage to personal property to serious bodily injuries that can impact an accident victim for the rest of their life.
If a recent motorcycle accident has resulted in losses suffered either by you or a loved one, there is someone who could help with pursuing a personal injury claim. For more information about what a dedicated legal professional could do for you, call to speak with a Joliet motorcycle accident lawyer today.
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