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NHTSA FARS data shows most fatal pedestrian crashes happen after dark. Illinois law under 625 ILCS 5/11-1003.1 still holds drivers to a due-care standard at night. Here is how fault is analyzed.
Being hit outside a crosswalk does not bar recovery in Illinois. Under 735 ILCS 5/2-1116, you can still recover damages if you are less than 51% at fault. Here is how comparative fault works.
Written by Food delivery cyclists face unique risks and legal challenges when injured on Chicago streets. Learn about workers’ comp, insurance gaps, and how delivery riders can pursue compensation after a bicycle accident.
CTA bus stops are high-risk zones for pedestrian accidents in Chicago. Learn about the common causes, who may be liable, and how to pursue compensation if you are injured at or near a bus stop.
No police report after your Chicago bicycle accident? You can still file a claim. Learn what alternative evidence supports your case and how to build a strong claim without an official accident report.
Parking lots and garages are common sites for pedestrian accidents in Chicago. Learn about liability, common causes, and how to pursue compensation when you are hit by a vehicle in a parking area.
Illinois has specific laws governing how bicycles operate on the road. Understanding these rules protects your safety and your legal rights if you are injured in a cycling accident in Chicago.
Pedestrian accident injuries can be devastating and expensive. Learn what types of compensation are available under Illinois law, how damages are calculated, and what affects the value of your claim.
Hit-and-run drivers leave injured cyclists without a clear path to compensation. Learn how Illinois law treats hit-and-run bicycle accidents and what options are available to victims in Chicago.