Naperville Bicycle Accidents Lawyers

Skilled Attorneys Helping Bike Accident Victims in Naperville, IL

For many, a bicycle is a convenient, eco-friendly way to navigate a community. However, bicycle lanes do not always protect cyclists from negligent or reckless motorists, and grisly crashes can occur, resulting in severe injuries. If you have been hurt in a bicycle accident with a vehicle, you may be entitled to significant compensation. At Rathbun, Cservenyak & Kozol LLC, we fight for victims of bicycle accidents in Naperville, and when you work with us, we will be thorough in investigating the cause behind the accident and making sure you will be fully compensated. Our case results speak for themselves, with millions of dollars in compensation secured for our clients.

Fault in Bicycle Accidents

In Illinois, motorists have a responsibility to watch out for people on bicycles, which means putting proper space between the vehicle and the bicycle and watching out for cyclists in blind spots. Often, fault can be attributed to a driver's negligent conduct, such as driving while distracted or fatigued. Our attorneys can revisit the scene of a bicycle accident to gather hard proof of the driver's fault, making sure your case has a strong foundation.

What Compensation Can You Recover From a Bicycle Accident?

Figuring out what damages you can recover in a bicycle accident is not always clear-cut. In the early stages of a bicycle accident claim, a representative from the driver's insurance company may reach out to you and offer a quick payment for your damages. As tempting as it can be to accept this settlement, an insurance company's first offer almost never represents what your case is worth. An attorney at Rathbun, Cservenyak & Kozol LLC will handle negotiations on your behalf with the insurance company, ensuring that a settlement adequately addresses all your needs, including:

• Any and all medical expenses from the bicycle crash, such as treatment in an emergency room, the ambulance ride, and ongoing rehabilitation.
• The cost of missing work and losing out on wages.
• The damage to your future income due to a debilitating injury.
• The cost of repairing or replacing your bicycle.

The worst bicycle accidents can leave you with a severe injury with a long-term impact on your life, known as a catastrophic injury. Rathbun, Cservenyak & Kozol LLC will go to great lengths to make sure you receive compensation that leaves you in a place to recover and move on with your life.

Wrongful Death in Bicycle Accidents

Tragically, cyclist deaths on the roadway are not a rare occurrence. Reckless drivers, especially drunk drivers, pose a deadly threat to bike riders. A moment's inattention behind the wheel can result in a severe collision and fatal injuries.

If you have lost a close relative or loved one to a bicycle accident, you could be eligible for significant compensation in a wrongful death claim. In most cases, the victim's spouse and children will be eligible to collect compensation. Damages in a wrongful death settlement might include the costs of funeral arrangements, the loss of income from a family's breadwinner, or other intangible damages like grief and the loss of a companion.

Speak With a Naperville Bicycle Accident Attorney Today

If you or someone you know has been struck by a motor vehicle in a bicycle accident, a Naperville personal injury attorney at Rathbun, Cservenyak & Kozol LLC can help. Our firm has been in business for 25 years, and in that time, we have protected the interests of numerous clients who have been hurt by reckless drivers. We know how to negotiate settlements with insurance companies or resolve cases through litigation in court. Our attorneys will not rest until you are rightfully compensated for damages to your property, your person, and your livelihood. Our representation comes at a contingency fee basis, so you only pay if we secure compensation for you. To schedule a free consultation, call us at 630-364-2188 today or contact us online.