If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in an accident, it is important that you begin looking out for your best interests.

Hanover Park, IL – Motorcyclist Critically Injured on W Irving Park Rd

Hanover Park, IL (April 13, 2020) – A man riding a motorcycle was left critically injured after colliding with a pickup truck in Hanover Park, Illinois on Sunday, April 12th. The collision took place at the 1600 block of West Irving Park Road at about 5:07 p.m. Initial reports revealed that the 56-year-old man on the bike struck the rear of a pickup that was making a turn at the intersection of Irving Park and Barrington Roads.

The rider was taken to Illinois Masonic Medical Center with critical injuries. The man reportedly suffered injuries to his ribs, legs, and head. The 56-year-old man driving the truck wasn’t cited.

Local authorities are currently investigating the cause of the crash.

Our thoughts are with the injured victim and his family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.

Motorcycle Accidents in Illinois

motorcycle 6

There’s nothing quite like the sensation of freedom you get when you ride a motorcycle. However, with that freedom comes serious risks. Motorcyclists are much more likely to suffer life-threatening injuries in the event of an accident.

In Illinois, motorcycle accidents accounted for 15.4 percent of fatal crashes in 2017. This is true despite motorcycle accidents only making up around 1.1 percent of reported collisions. Injured parties should consult with a qualified Illinois motorcycle crash lawyer to discuss possible compensation.

You need a qualified personal injury firm handling your case. Kent M. Lucaccioni, Ltd. is here to help make sure your legal rights are protected. Contact our offices at 877-930-2551 to discuss your case today.

Note: As a result of the secondary sources that were used to complete this post, the information included within has not been independently verified by our own staff and may include misinformation. If you read something that, to your knowledge, is incorrect, please contact us as soon as possible and we will correct the inaccuracy.

Disclaimer: As members of the local Chicago and broader Illinois community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. You should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation. The photographs depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene.

Archives

FindLaw Network