If you were injured in a hit-and-run accident, it is important to first contact the police department as soon as possible. Even if you believe there were no witnesses to your cycling accident, the police have multiple means of tracking down suspects and in today’s world, it is rare that someone gets away with a crime. Make sure you give the police as much information regarding your accident as possible and keep all doctor’s reports, accident and injury pictures, pay stubs to determine lost wages, receipts for all of your accident-related expenses, and a journal about what you remember regarding the accident. All of this will come in handy when it comes time to negotiate compensation.
You should then strongly consider contacting a personal injury lawyer as soon as you are safe, and you have received medical attention. A lawyer will not only advise you on the next course of action, but they can also represent you when it comes to dealing with the insurance company or the party liable for your bicycle accident.
Until the party responsible for your accident is identified, or in the unlikely event that they are never identified, a hit-and-run bicycle accident victim may be able to receive compensation for their injuries and damages from their own personal auto insurance policy. Drivers in Illinois are required by law to carry uninsured motorist coverage as part of their auto policy and as long as the hit-and-run driver made contact with you causing your accident, they are considered uninsured and the insurance company may then cover your damages.
However, insurance companies are a business and they are notorious for finding loopholes in your policy or offering lowball settlements that benefit themselves. If you or a loved one was involved in a hit-and-run bicycle accident, you do have the right to be compensated for your injuries and damages, and 844 See Mike can help.
At 844 See Mike, we represent clients in Illinois who have suffered personal injuries from a bicycle accident, as well as family members who have lost a loved one in a road accident caused by the negligent or reckless conduct of another person. We know that when a bicycle collides with a vehicle weighing at least 2,000 pounds, the odds are not in the cyclist’s favor and the results can be tragic.
It’s important to consult with an experienced Chicago bicycle accident attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights and determine if you have a valid personal injury claim or wrongful death claim against a reckless or negligent driver. If you were injured in a bicycle accident, contact 844 See Mike, for a free consultation.
We see you as a person, not just a client – and that makes us better at what we do. We listen. We learn your story. And, as we help you get the money you deserve, we go above and beyond in a way most law firms never could and never would. Because we’re not just lawyers. And you’re not just a client. We’re friends, neighbors, family. We’re all people and here at 844 See Mike, we put People, First.
Helping our clients is about counseling, advocating, and ultimately solving problems. With years of experience successfully representing the people, not the powerful, we will take care of the insurance adjusters, your medical bills, your property damage, your lost wages, and monitor your treatment so you can focus on healing and getting your life back to normal. Our unique formula has earned us over 900 outstanding client reviews on our website, an A+ BBB rating, and over 120 five-star reviews on Google. Call 888-572-0176, e-mail us at michael@agrusslawfirm.com or schedule a meeting with us here. We’re here 24/7.
