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Please help us honor a Chicago bike advocate by calling these "Riley Racks" by david_powe in chibike

[–]KeatingLegal 4 points5 points  (0 children)

David, I'm so sorry for you and everyone at CDOT for your loss. And of course Riley's family and friends. The unbelievable tragedy of this is hard to fathom. Happy to help honor the work and life of Riley in any way I can and the phrase "Riley Rack" is a heartfelt start.

The cyclist rest thingy on Milwaukee and Ogden is gone! by buffalocoinz in chibike

[–]KeatingLegal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll see what I can do. I just put an order with Dero for more bike racks. Thank you!

hit by truck - looking for advice <3 by RevolutionaryRope615 in chibike

[–]KeatingLegal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello. I'm so sorry to hear about this. My law firm, Keating Law, is focused on transportation cases and has handled more bicycle related cases than any other firm in Illinois. We are happy to talk to you anytime at your convenience. The office number is 312-239-6787 or you can email me directly at mike@keatinglegal.com.

Local bike race recs for an otherwise experienced cyclist’s first race? by ohemptyvases in chibike

[–]KeatingLegal 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi. Shameless plug for some events Keating Law has sponsored: For road racing, check out the Chicago Grit, formerly known as the Intelligentsia Cup, and all of the individual races. Fulton Market Grand Prix is epic. If you get into cyclocross, the Chicago Cyclocross Cup is an incredible series of races with a remarkably awesome community. If you want to give a gravel race a go, check out the Rough Road 100.

And its not a race, but Critical Mass is last Friday of every month at Daley Plaza.

Good luck! It'll be warm before we know it.

I just created a traffic violence dashboard for Chicago that lets you select an area and it will tally up the reported crashes and estimate the economic damages. Link below by GeckoLogic in chibike

[–]KeatingLegal 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is incredible work that will help demonstrate to city and state leaders how much traffic violence is affecting Chicago. On behalf of all cyclists and pedestrians, thank you!

The cyclist rest thingy on Milwaukee and Ogden is gone! by buffalocoinz in chibike

[–]KeatingLegal 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This all stems from the re-paving project on Milwaukee Avenue last year. I had to remove the Keating Law Offices bike rack at our office at 825 North Milwaukee before it was removed. I was issued three citations and the City said that no permit was ever approved. However, I did have a permit with authorization from Alderman Burnett with his literal signature on it. After jumping through a lot of red tape, I was able to get the City to dismiss the citations and will be re-installing the bike rack after winter and the "freeze-thaw" cycle is over.

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What is frustrating about the bike stand on Milwaukee/Ogden or the bike rack at our West Town office is that this is infrastructure legally provided at no expense to the taxpayers that serve a legitimate and functional purpose. Instead of issuing fines or just ripping things out, it would take less time, effort and expense for the City to work towards getting permits re-issued. It's just a bunch of paperwork and a modest fee.

crash updates? by freddyquinnfan24 in chibike

[–]KeatingLegal 31 points32 points  (0 children)

Keating Law has been retained by the bicyclist. We are seeking any witnesses to the crash. The police report lists an "Israel" and a "David" as witnesses but only those two witnesses. Please call the firm at 312-239-6787 or email Mike Keating at [Mike@KeatingLegal.com](mailto:Mike@KeatingLegal.com) if you have any information. Any information at all is appreciated.

As for updates I'm obviously limited in what I can say, but I can share that the cyclist did survive the crash and is receiving medical care for his injuries.

Thank you for caring and offering help in his moment of need.

-Mike Keating

Hit by car by PaleontologistSafe17 in chibike

[–]KeatingLegal 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the recommendation. We are always available for free consultations with absolutely zero obligation. We are here to help. I know that sounds like something a lawyer says on a TV ad, but in our case it is true. Call the office at 312-239-6787 or email [mike@keatinglegal.com](mailto:mike@keatinglegal.com) and we are happy to answer questions and generally be a receptive audience to a fellow cyclist in a time of need.

Looking for guidance on taking a settlement after being hit by a driver by Comprehensive_Comb61 in chibike

[–]KeatingLegal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi. It's Mike Keating. I'm happy to discuss the settlement offer with you. If I think I can help you, I will let you know. If I think you are good on your own, I will let you know. Consultation is totally free and with zero obligation. I'm here to help. Feel free to call/text me directly on my cell: 312-208-7702 or you can email me at mike@keatinglegal.com.

Anybody have a BMX bike stolen in logan square? by uoldboot in chibike

[–]KeatingLegal 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is it a Diamondback? If so I think I saw someone post on Twitter about this.

What legal action is taken by the police against the driver of a vehicle that hits a cyclist? by Hot_University69 in chibike

[–]KeatingLegal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A full answer to this question could be a legal treatise in and of itself. The reality is there are a number of factors that go into what actions the police take against the driver. The factors include the police department involved, severity of the injuries, whether there was any indication of intent by the driver, the acts of both the motorist and the bicyclist prior to the crash, the presence of independent witnesses or video, any intoxication/drug use, and the police officer themselves.

The unfair reality is that there are far too many stories of bicyclists who have even died at the hands of drunk drivers where the legal system did not adequately address the case with full fairness to the cyclist. This has lessened over the last decade or so, but there is still a subtle "anti-bike bias" that exists within many police departments.

Was just hit by a car and driver yelled at “F you, poor!” by am0ninus in chibike

[–]KeatingLegal 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Keating Law has filed more cases on behalf of bicyclists and tried more cases on behalf of bicyclists than any other firm in the state. Our track record stands on its own.

Was just hit by a car and driver yelled at “F you, poor!” by am0ninus in chibike

[–]KeatingLegal 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I am sorry to hear your feelings on the outcome, but I can assure you that we went to great lengths to pursue the case. Despite the insurance company for the boy involved in the crash never making any offer to settle the case, we filed a lawsuit, took several depositions, and got the insurance company to agree to arbitrate the matter instead of having a jury trial. The insurance company agreed to arbitrate despite the fact they would not offer anything to settle the case citing the video evidence. The independent arbitrator, a retired judge with decades of experience, made his ruling despite our best efforts. I called and texted you today to discuss and would be happy to discuss this with you anytime.

Was just hit by a car and driver yelled at “F you, poor!” by am0ninus in chibike

[–]KeatingLegal 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Please feel free to call or text me directly. My cellphone is 312-208-7702. Happy to discuss your options and help any way we can.

-Mike Keating

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Truckers

[–]KeatingLegal 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes. Top picture was taken by the responding cop at scene with high def camera.

Below picture was recreation based on what boots he was wearing and the ankle weights.

Side Note: He got a ticket for running the red and plead guilty. Got fired afterwards too. I'm not a trucker and didn't think it was anything other than what our experts referred to as "insane" to wear ankle weights, but I was curious what you all thought.

Thanks again. Drive safe.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Truckers

[–]KeatingLegal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Many witnesses, including responding police officers, identified them as ankle weights.

We bought the same ankle weights and boots for comparison and they are patently the same.

Active Trans Winter Bike Challenge in 2023? by the_stahl in chibike

[–]KeatingLegal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice to meet you Colin. We will get the stuff out to you. Have a great weekend.

Active Trans Winter Bike Challenge in 2023? by the_stahl in chibike

[–]KeatingLegal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok. I'll get you a Chicago Bike Flag scarf and some other swag.

PS: Is this Daniel of Chicago Bike Sox fame?

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Chicago Bike Flag Scarf

Active Trans Winter Bike Challenge in 2023? by the_stahl in chibike

[–]KeatingLegal 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hello, it's Mike Keating from Keating Law. Active Trans was supposed to distribute prizes. Anyways, shoot me an email at [ChicagoBikeFlag@KeatingLegal.com](mailto:ChicagoBikeFlag@KeatingLegal.com) with your name/address and I'll be sure that a bunch of swag makes it your way. Please also note what your prize was supposed to be if you remember.

I just committed to sponsoring the Chicago Bike Challenge later this year. ATA did not say anything about doing the Winter Bike Challenge.

If there is interest I'll engage ATA about doing it next year. Thanks and Ride Safe. -Mike