Electric scooter use has risen dramatically in Chicago over the last few years. The popularity of electric scooters is spurred by the introduction of shared services such as Divvy, Lime and Spin. These scooters are left on the on sidewalks and streets and can be unlocked with a smartphone…
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Is Biking Becoming Safer in Chicago?
Written and reviewed by Peter Zneimer, Zneimer & Zneimer P.C. The bike lawyers of Zneimer & Zneimer P.C. observe that there are more bicyclists on the road than ever and with that more bicycle injuries than ever. Chicago, like other major USA cities has made a major push to…
SUV’s And Pickup Trucks Are A Danger to Pedestrians
A recent study done by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety indicates that the rise of pedestrian deaths in recent years could be attributable to the rise in popularity of larger vehicles. The authors of the study conjecture that poor visibility and blind spots that these vehicles have could be…
Tickets Rarely Given In Chicago for Crashes With Pedestrians and Cyclists
The Chicago Tribune recently published an article with the results of a study they conducted which seem to indicate that Chicago police tend not to issue tickets in pedestrian and cyclist crash cases. The Tribune study of Chicago police data shows that out of more than 4,000 crashes between…
Galarza v. Direct Auto Insurance – Clarity for Uninsured Motorist Coverage in Illinois
The Illinois Supreme Court case of Galarza v. Direct Auto Insurance Co. represents a significant judicial decision impacting uninsured motorist (UM) coverage in Illinois. This case arose from an incident where Cristopher Guiracocha, a minor, was injured by an uninsured motorist while riding his bicycle. His father’s automobile insurer, Direct…
Recent Bicyclist Deaths in Chicago Call Attention to Dangerous Conditions
Tragically, there have been three fatal bicycling related crashes in Cook County in the last three weeks. The latest fatal bicycle accident occurred on October 23, 2023 at 8:00 pm in the 5100 block of N. Damen in Chicago. This stretch of Damen Ave. is a very congested area, and…
Is it Time to Ban “Right on Red” in Chicago?
Chicago personal injury lawyer, Peter Zneimer of Zneimer & Zneimer P.C. notes that one of the most common causes of pedestrian injury cases is when a driver makes a right turn on red and strikes a pedestrian or pedestrians who are walking in the crosswalk to the right of the…
Impaired driving causes avoidable accidents
Car accidents can be devastating, and the aftermath can be overwhelming. If you or a loved one has been involved in a car accident, it is important to seek legal representation right away. At Zneimer & Zneimer, our experienced car accident attorneys are dedicated to helping clients receive the compensation…
Impaired Drivers and Responsibility
Our personal injury lawyers handle many accidents caused by impaired driver. Many impairments result from intoxicating substances recently taken or still lingering in the driver’s body. According to Illinois Secretary of State statistics, in 2020 254 people were killed in alcohol-related crashes, which was approximately 21% of the 1,195 total…
The Dangers of Larger and Higher Vehicles for Pedestrians and Bicyclists
The rise in popularity of larger and higher vehicles has raised concerns about the safety of pedestrians and bicyclists on the road. These types of vehicles pose a unique threat to people on foot or on bikes because of their size and height, which can make it more difficult for…