Yes. If you were struck by a bicyclist while jogging on a bike path, you are still eligible for compensation for the damages because these paths are typically intended for both bicyclists and joggers/walkers.
Under Illinois law, bicyclists are treated similarly to how drivers of vehicles are treated, which means they owe the same duty of care to pedestrians for the sake of their protection against moving vehicles. And while there is no auto insurance coverage in accidents involving bicyclists and pedestrians, the victim may still file a claim if the bicyclist’s negligence directly resulted in the accident. If negligence can be proven, a plaintiff may be eligible for compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, property damage (ex. valuable contents of the victim’s pockets), pain and suffering, and disability.
It’s also important to remember that Illinois law prevents bicyclists from speeding and requires them to ride safely given direct circumstances such as traffic, visibility, or weather conditions. Especially given Chicago’s numerous bike/walking paths throughout the city and along the coast, speed is a common factor in determining negligence and liability in these accidents.
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