Illinois Bicycle Lawyers at Keating Law Offices

08/11/2026

Greenway alternative to other streets that busier. All streets should be safe for cyclists, but knowing which routes are more safe than others is good to know.

Per Axios Chicago, some common greenway alternatives to avoid busy streets.

08/05/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Alex Blacio.

A tragic collision on Chicago's North Side claimed the life of a 16-year-old e-scooter rider. Chicago law gives e-scooter riders the same legal protections as bicyclists, including the right to three feet of passing distance and motorists' duty to exercise due care. Keating Law discusses the legal issues surrounding this heartbreaking crash and the rights of injured e-scooter riders.

16-year-old Alex Blacio was killed in a Chicago e-scooter crash. Learn about Illinois law, e-scooter riders' rights, and Keating Law's advocacy.

07/24/2026

Today is the Elgin Classic honoring Dennis Jurs. Dennis was a great man, a Vietnam veteran who turned to bicycling to rehab his injuries while serving. Tragically, Dennis was killed on a training ride. "Dennis's Law" in Illinois changed Illinois law to ensure that all bicyclists are treated as "vehicles" under the law and given the same rights as the operators of motor vehicles. It was a great honor to represent the Jurs family and help ensure that Dennis's life is remembered.

To paraphrase Dennis's Law: Bicyclists have the same rights and are subject to the same rules as motorists on Illinois roadways. Unfortunately, it took the death of an avid Illinois bicyclist and Purp...

07/16/2026

This is a great point, a lot of what people refer to as "e-bikes" are actually electric motorcycles. They are not bicycles at all and some don't even have pedals. New legislation from the State of Illinois will regulate electric bicycles and motorcycles more clearly and require licenses for electric motorcycles.

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day from Keating Law! 🇺🇸

Today, we celebrate the birth of our nation and the enduring ideals that have guided America for 250 years—freedom, justice, and the rule of law.

As we commemorate America 250, we also recognize that our communities are strongest when our streets are safe for everyone who uses them. At Keating Law Offices, we are proud to stand with the people who ride, walk, and advocate for safer streets throughout Chicago and Illinois. Every day, we fight to hold negligent drivers accountable and to protect the rights of those who have been injured.

Whether you’re celebrating with family, watching fireworks, riding your bike, or traveling across Illinois this holiday weekend, we encourage everyone to look out for one another. Slow down. Stay alert. Give cyclists at least three feet when passing. Watch for pedestrians in crosswalks. Small acts of care save lives.

From all of us at Keating Law, we wish you a safe, joyful, and meaningful Fourth of July.

Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸🚴

06/17/2026

New Date! The Wrap Party for the 2026 Bike Commuter Challenge is Thursday, June 25th at Keating Law - West Town located at 825 N. Milwaukee.

Keating Law Offices is excited to host the official Bike Commuter Challenge Wrap Party at our West Town office on Thursday, June 25th. Everyone in is welcome to celebrate bike commuting in Chicago!

Come celebrate another incredible year of bike commuting, community, and advocacy with fellow riders from across Chicagoland. Enjoy FREE pizza, drinks, and great company as we recognize the organizations and individuals who helped make this year's challenge a success.

🏆 Announcing the winning organizations
🚴 Celebrating outstanding riders and teams
🍕 Free pizza
🍻 Free drinks
🚲 Connecting with Chicago's cycling community

Whether you ride every day, logged a few trips, or simply support safer streets and active transportation, we'd love to see you there.

📍 Keating Law Offices
825 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, Illinois

🗓 Thursday, June 25
⏰ 5:30 PM

As the presenting sponsor of the Bike Commuter Challenge, we're proud to support the work of promoting bicycle transportation and building a safer, more bike-friendly Chicago.

See you there!

06/16/2026

The Wrap Party for the 2026 Bike Commuter Challenge currently scheduled for Wednesday June 17th, is RAINED OUT.

The new date is next Thursday June 25th. Party is at 825 North Milwaukee. Hope to see you!

06/07/2026

The fact that the two-vehicle crash that took the life of Riley O'Neill happened in a bike lane next to a CPD station is unbelievably tragic. Any analysis of this preventable crash must include the presence of a giant semi-truck on a narrow stretch of Halsted Street and why Chicago is allowing this dynamic.

My most sincere thoughts and prayers go out to Riley's family, friends and co-workers at CDOT. Just heartbreaking. Rest in peace, Riley.

CDOT Planner and Bicycle Advocate Riley O’Neil Killed in Preventable Bridgeport Crash Involving Car and Semi-Truck

05/14/2026

New bike racks at Keating Law - West Town just dropped! Thanks to our friends for these two new Chicago blue racks to complement our trusty red traditional bike rack.

These bike racks are another small investment in the kind of city Keating Law fights for every day: a safer Chicago for people who bike, walk, roll, and rely on our streets outside of a car.

Keating Law represents injured bicyclists and other vulnerable roadway users throughout Illinois, and our work starts with a simple belief: safe streets save lives. From protected bike lanes to safer intersections and better infrastructure, we support the changes that make Chicago more connected and more accessible for everyone.

You can find Keating Law at our two Chicago locations:
📍 The Loop: 20 South Clark Street
📍 River West: 825 N. Milwaukee Avenue

Whether you’re commuting downtown, riding the lakefront, heading through Fulton Market, or just getting across town, everyone at Keating Law is committed to protecting the rights of Chicago cyclists and advocating for safer streets across the city.

And yes — we always have bike parking.

05/14/2026

Keating Law is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the Chicago Bike Commuter Challenge!