Although there were fewer motorcycle crashes in Illinois in 2008 than in 2007, the statistics are still daunting.  Nearly 5,000 Illinois motorcycle crashes were documented n 2008.  These crashes resulted in injuries to over 3,500 people (primarily the people operating the motorcycles) and claimed 140 lives, all but 5 of which were the motorcyclists’ themselves.  The motorcycle accident attorneys at GWC have successfully handled numerous cases involving motorcycle crashes, and we hope you will give us the chance to help you with your case.

If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident, there are many reasons why it is important to have a knowledgeable and experienced attorney on your side.  One reason is based on the seriousness of the injuries that motorcycle riders typically sustain in crashes. There is rarely any protection between the rider and the road, meaning that orthopedic injuries and brain or spinal cord injuries are greater in number and severity.  A second reason why you should choose your attorney carefully relates to the negative perceptions that some people have about motorcycles.  Witnesses, unfortunately, are much more biased when describing a motorcycle driver’s conduct than they are with respect to automobiles and other vehicles.  These perceptions can also pose difficulties when a motorcycle case reaches a jury.  Because GWC has represented motorcycle accident victims for more than two decades, we have developed a specialized knowledge of the unique characteristics of these cases.  We know how to investigate them, how to litigate them, and how to win them.

If you were injured while riding your motorcycle, or have lost a loved one to a motorcycle crash, and you believe that someone else was at fault, call GWC today.  A skilled motorcycle accident attorney will immediately assess the facts to identify any people and/or entities whose fault may have played a role in causing your injuries or those of your loved one.  If necessary, we will act quickly to preserve key pieces of evidence.  And you can rest assured knowing that we will aggressively pursue the matter until you receive the maximum compensation allowed by law.