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Our Chicago personal injury lawyers have litigated multiple cases against the CTA, and offer legal support to the injured parties seeking compensation for their injuries and suffering. Today, the Rogers Park neighborhood in Chicago became the epicenter of a serious crash involving a CTA Yellow Line train. This morning near…
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…
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…
For individuals in Chicago, especially those who have suffered injuries in public transit scenarios, understanding the dynamics of premises liability is essential. Chicago train injuries attorneys often grapple with cases like Quiroz v. Chicago Transit Authority to safeguard their clients’ rights. In a decision from the Illinois Supreme Court, nuances…
In recent years, Chicago has prioritized making the city safer for bicyclists. The lawyers of the personal injury law firm of Zneimer & Zneimer, P.C. note that Chicago has added miles and miles of bike lanes across the city. Some of these lanes are simply painted lines designating bike lanes. …
Electric scooters have been promoted in many cities and towns as an efficient way to take short trips without having to use a car. But with increased usage, studies have shown a surge in electric scooter injuries. The Chicago injury lawyers of Zneimer & Zneimer P.C. have been handling scooter…
When bikers wear dark clothes, it’s much harder for drivers to see the bicyclist, especially at night. This is because dark colors absorb light, while light colors reflect it. So, when a bicyclist wears dark clothes, they are basically blending in with the background, which makes it difficult for drivers…
Chicago is a city that says it loves its bikes. Chicago has over 1,800 miles of bike lanes and paths. But with so many cyclists on the road riding alongside automobiles, it is important to keep in mind the rules of the road and to share the space safely. The…
As e-bikes gain popularity in Chicago, questions surrounding their safety in bike lanes alongside traditional bicycles arise. As personal injury attorneys in Chicago, we have seen accidents involving e-bikes increase, particularly when they share bike lanes with traditional bicycles. Here we will take a closer look at Illinois’ e-bike law…
In personal injury cases and the legal field in general, it is crucial to look for and understand the relevant definitions. This is because the precise meaning of words and phrases can greatly impact the interpretation of laws, statutes, and court decisions. By thoroughly examining and understanding the definitions, the…