On a sunny afternoon not long ago, Illinois police responded to an accident. Unfortunately, it was a left turn accident. These happen most often at intersections where a driver takes a left in front of oncoming traffic. If you are on the receiving end of this and you are on a motorcycle you are going to have a very bad day.
In this case, the motorcycle rider was heading north on Rand and someone in a Mercedes was heading south when they attempted to take a left onto Winslowe. An article on CBS Chicago says that the cyclist, from Arlington Heights, was taken to Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, where he was pronounced dead at 7:06 p.m.
We were deeply saddened to hear of this tragic collision.
Seeking compensation
Funeral expenses, loss of income, mental stress, pain and suffering – these are all things that survivors left behind from a fatal motorcycle accident can expect to be compensated for.
In many cases, insurance companies try to pay out as little as possible. Some may even try to blame the deceased for the accident, which is especially annoying or even outrageous at times.
If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a left hand turn motorcycle accident, speak to a knowledgeable accident lawyer today who can give you actionable legal advice.
The Personal Injury Attorney Crystal Lake IL Balke & Williams say you should never settle an insurance claim after suffering an injury without first consulting an attorney.