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Why Are Motorcycle Accidents So Common?

Illinois, renowned for its vibrant cities and scenic routes, is a destination that attracts countless motorcycle enthusiasts. However, this state is also known for a less commendable reason: a high prevalence of motorcycle accidents. Understanding why these accidents are so common in Illinois is not just a matter of statistical interest; it’s a crucial step …

How To Protect Yourself In Case Of A Motorcycle Accident

As a motorcyclist, it is essential to practice defensive driving to stay safe on the road. But if you are in an accident, there are ways you can minimize injuries. Below, learn how to protect yourself if you are hit on your motorcycle. Then, contact our Rockford motorcycle accident attorney at Fisk & Monteleone Ltd. …

Do Loud Pipes On Motorcycles Really Prevent Accidents?

Some motorcyclists love to have loud pipes on their rides. Many maintain that noisy pipes on motorcyclists prevent serious auto accidents. Is this true? Keep reading to learn more about loud motorcycle pipes and whether they save lives. Our motorcycle accident attorneys in Rockford at Fisk & Monteleone can assist if you recently had an …

How to Make Yourself More Visible On Your Motorcycle To Avoid Accidents

How To Avoid Motorcycle Accidents Since motorcyclists do not have steel cages or multiple restraint layers to protect them, these victims are almost 30 times more likely to die in crashes than occupants inside four-wheel vehicles. Lack of visibility is a factor in many of these wrecks. However, as outlined below, simply improving one’s visibility …

Important Evidence of Negligence in a Motorcycle Accident Claim

When you are injured in a motorcycle accident, the responsible party is liable to pay for medical lost wages, lost earning capacity, medical expenses, property damage, pain and suffering, and any other damage that you incurred. Unfortunately, motorcycle accident claims are one of the trickiest cases to litigate. Proving fault in such cases is often …

Illinois Man Killed in Motorcycle Crash on Interstate 64

On May 20, 2016, a motorcycle crashed claimed the life of yet another Illinois victim. Reported on by Central KY News, the crash occurred during the evening of the 20th when the victim, 73-year-old Samuel Carroll of Palos Hills, IL, veered his motorcycle into the guardrail while traveling on Interstate 64. According to medical data …

Death and Disability: How Life Can Change After a Motorcycle Accident

As the weather turns away from the harsh chill of winter, warm winds and budding trees mark the beginning of spring. With the warm weather comes a flurry of related activities such as grilling, outdoor swimming, and almost anything associated with the changing of the seasons. Accompanying that is the increase in motorcycle riders who …