Strom Yen Injury Attorneys, 225 W. Washington Street, suite 1000, Chicago, IL (2026)

The Illinois injury attorneys at Strom Yen Injury Attorneys represent clients regarding workers' compensation, personal injury, motor vehicle accidents, and nursing home abuse and neglect. A+ rating with the BBB, AV rated by Martindale-Hubbard and voted Super Lawyers.

09/20/2026

New Illinois e-bike and scooter laws are coming in 2027, and they will affect riders, parents and drivers across the state.

At Strom Yen Injury Attorneys, we have seen too many serious injuries involving scooters, e-bikes and other electric transportation devices. As these devices become faster and more common, clearer safety rules are an important step.

Beginning January 1, 2027, Illinois will have new statewide regulations covering:

• Minimum rider ages
• Speed limits
• Where e-bikes and scooters can be used
• Licensing, registration and insurance requirements for certain high-speed devices
• Safety requirements for brakes, lights and equipment

These rules may also matter when determining responsibility after an accident.

We break down what is changing and what Illinois families need to know in our latest blog.

🔗 Read the full article: https://stromlawyers.com/2027-illinois-e-bike-and-scooter-laws/

08/25/2026

When you put your child on a school bus, you trust that the person behind the wheel is qualified to be there.

In Illinois, school bus drivers must meet specific licensing, training, background check, and medical examination requirements. Those safeguards matter, especially when a serious accident raises questions about whether the driver was properly cleared to operate the bus.

Our latest blog looks at a tragic 2023 Park Forest school bus accident, the qualifications Illinois school bus drivers must meet, and what families should know if a child is injured in a school bus crash.

Read the full blog to learn more.
https://stromlawyers.com/school-bus-accidents-in-illinois-who-is-qualified-to-drive-your-childs-bus/

07/19/2026

When first responders are injured in the line of duty, recovery is only one concern.

Questions about salary, medical treatment, accrued leave, pension credits, and long-term benefits often follow close behind.

Under Illinois law, eligible police officers, firefighters, and paramedics may be protected by both the Public Employee Disability Act, commonly called PEDA, and the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act.

PEDA may provide:

• Continued salary for up to one year
• Protection of sick leave, vacation time, and compensatory time
• Continued pension service credits

Workers’ compensation can provide medical treatment, compensation for a permanent injury, wage-differential benefits, and other protections.

PEDA does not apply to everyone. City of Chicago employees are generally excluded, while first responders working for many suburban municipalities and smaller Illinois jurisdictions may qualify.

Read our latest blog to learn who may be eligible, how PEDA and workers’ compensation work together, and what to do after a line-of-duty injury: https://stromlawyers.com/injured-in-the-line-of-duty-peda-and-workers-compensation-for-illinois-police-officers-and-firefighters/

If you have questions about your benefits, contact Strom Yen Injury Attorneys. We are here to help you understand your options.

06/28/2026

Chicago’s second season is here: construction.

That means orange cones, lane closures, sidewalk detours, resurfacing, scaffolding, utility work, and building projects across the city.

Construction is necessary, but it can also create real safety risks for drivers and pedestrians.

Drivers should watch for:
• Sudden stops and lane shifts
• Workers and equipment near the road
• Construction vehicles with large blind spots
• Pedestrians forced into new walking patterns
• Confusing or temporary signage

Pedestrians should watch for:
• Closed or shifted sidewalks
• Blocked crosswalks
• Poor visibility around fencing or equipment
• Turning vehicles near intersections
• Uneven pavement, debris, ramps, cords, and metal plates

Whether you are behind the wheel or walking near a job site, a few extra seconds of caution can make a major difference.

Read our latest blog for more construction season safety tips: https://stromlawyers.com/chicagos-second-season-construction/

If you or someone you love was injured in a construction zone accident, Strom Yen Injury Attorneys can help you understand your options.

05/28/2026

Summer in Chicago means more bikes, scooters, pedestrians, rideshares, buses, and cars sharing the same streets.

But many riders do not realize one important thing:
In Illinois, bicyclists are treated much like drivers.

That means cyclists generally have the same rights as motorists on the road, but they also have many of the same responsibilities. If there is a stop sign, a cyclist is expected to stop. If there is a red light, a cyclist is expected to wait. Riders should travel with traffic, yield when required, and use caution at intersections.

Scooter riders should be careful too. A quick ride across town can still lead to a serious injury if a driver fails to yield, opens a car door, blocks a bike lane, or turns without looking.

A few summer safety reminders:
🛑 Stop at stop signs and red lights
🚴 Ride with the flow of traffic
🚘 Watch for opening car doors
🔦 Use lights, especially at dusk
🚍 Be careful near buses, trucks, alleys, and intersections
🚶🏻‍➡️ Slow down around pedestrians
👷 Wear a helmet whenever possible

Drivers also have a responsibility to share the road. They should watch for bikes and scooters before turning, opening doors, or entering bike lanes.

Whether you are using a car, bike, scooter, or anything else on wheels to get around Chicago, it’s crucial you understand the laws to keep yourself, and others, free from harm.

Read the full article on our blog> https://stromlawyers.com/summer-bike-and-scooter-safety-in-chicago/

04/19/2026

Fire your AI Attorney!

If you’ve been injured, it’s natural to look for answers quickly. More people are turning to AI tools for guidance, but when it comes to a personal injury case, that shortcut can come at a cost.

Your case isn’t generic. It’s personal, complex, and often higher stakes than it seems.

Read about the pitfalls of using AI for your case in our latest blog: https://stromlawyers.com/thinking-about-using-ai-for-your-injury-case-read-this-first/

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