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Chicago, IL – Two Injured in Motorcycle Hit-&-Run on Lake Shore Dr

by | Oct 24, 2020 | Car Accidents, Injuries

Chicago, IL (October 24, 2020) – Two people suffered injuries after being struck by a BMW while riding on a motorcycle in the South Loop area of Chicago on Thursday, October 22. 

Local reports revealed that the crash occurred near the 700 block of S. Lake Shore Drive. At around 8:05 p.m., a woman driving a 2008 BMW reportedly struck a motorcycle on the roadway. The driver of the BMW reportedly fled the scene of the accident. 

The 41-year-old man operating the motorcycle and his female passenger were transported to Northwestern Memorial Hospital in critical condition. The owner of the BMW reportedly returned to the scene to inform authorities that the female driver had been borrowing the vehicle at the time of the accident. 

No further information on the crash has been provided. An ongoing investigation into the accident is currently underway. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Motorcycle Accidents in Chicago

Chicago, IL - Two Injured in Motorcycle Hit-&-Run on Lake Shore Dr

Motorcyclists are at greater risk of suffering life-threatening injuries in the event of a crash. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcyclists are nearly 27 times more likely to be killed in a collision, and an estimated 80% of motorcycle accidents result in death or injury. Motorcycle fatalities in Illinois are on the rise, increasing from 147 in 2014 to 154 in 2016. 

Even though motorcyclists are also misrepresented as careless and reckless, statistics show that motor vehicle drivers are more likely to cause serious motorcycle accidents. These cases involve extensive investigation in order to determine who is at fault for the crash, meaning that an experienced legal team is often necessary to construct a strong case. Injured parties should reach out to a qualified Chicago motorcycle crash attorney to discuss their legal options before pursuing an Illinois personal injury claim for lost damages.

At Kmlltdlaw, we view ourselves as both aggressive advocates and compassionate advisers who are dedicated to providing high-quality legal representation to our clients. We dedicate our talents and resources to ensure maximum results in representing those seriously injured in Chicago motorcycle accidents, and we have years of experience obtaining reasonable settlements for our clients. Contact our offices today at 877-930-2551 to see what we can do for you. 

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