Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycles come in various styles, each offering a unique riding experience. However, some types of motorcycles have higher accident rates than others. Understanding which motorcycles are most prone to accidents can help riders make safer choices and take necessary...

Motorcycle accidents are fairly common in DuPage County, Illinois. In 2021, there were 166 motorcycle accidents, and 132 resulted in an injury. Unfortunately, motorcycle crash injuries tend to be serious. Motorcycles don’t have the same protections and safety features as four-wheel vehicles. Motorcycle accidents and injuries can be costly and completely change your life. If you’ve been hurt in a…

Law Offices of Mathys & Schneid recently recovered a nearly $39 million settlement for a victim of a motorcycle accident in Illinois. Our client, a 52-year-old man, was riding his motorcycle from Bolingbrook, IL, to Galena, IL, on June 1, 2019, when an improperly installed rear tire separated from the rim, throwing him off the vehicle and causing a serious…

Whether you are a new owner of a motorcycle or you have been riding them for years, the risks of driving a motorcycle are no secret. To help combat these risks, Illinois has laws in place that cyclists need to follow to own and operate a motorcycle. One of the biggest...

Over the weekend, a tragic accident involving a motorcycle and a car in Roselle resulted in two deaths. Authorities are still investigating the accident, and toxicology tests are being conducted by the DuPage County Coroner’s office in order to determine whether alcohol or drugs were factors in the fatal motorcycle crash. Authorities reported that speed may have also been a…