The time period for filing a legal action following a bicycle accident is known as the statute of limitations. In Illinois, the statute of limitations for a bike crash claim is generally two years from the date the accident occurred (735 ILCS 5/13-202). While there are some exceptions to this deadline, it is best to file as soon as possible to avoid the risk of a lost claim.
Building a claim after a bicycle accident can be a lengthy process due to the extensive amount of information and evidence that must be gathered. Further, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses must be done early in the process because collecting evidence can take time and may be lost over, especially if a testimony depends on the memories of witnesses. An experienced attorney who understands the bicycle accident claim process in Chicago could help an injured party collect the necessary evidence to establish negligence before the statutory deadline expires.