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 As a cyclist in Illinois, you are subject to the same traffic laws as motorists. Here are some basic bike laws to follow:   Helmet Law: Although Illinois does not have a statewide law requiring cyclists to wear helmets,...

Cyclists face the unfortunate risk of being injured by a negligent driver while biking around the city. After you get into a bike accident, you’ll likely wonder whether insurance will cover you, and if so, whose...

Illinois Motor Vehicle Code section 625 ILCS 5/11-1505, outlines the position of bicycles and motorized pedal cycles on roadways and the use of bicycle paths in Illinois. This law requires any person who operates a bicycle or...

Here at Chicago Bike Law Firm, dooring accidents represent a high percentage of the cases we work on, and they often result in some of the most horrific injuries we encounter. This is why enforcement of Chicago Municipal Code...

As a cyclist in the City of Chicago, it’s important to be familiar with any and all state and local laws that impact bike safety. One of the crucial Illinois state statutes is 625 ILCS 5/11-1507, which outlines the...