Northbrook Personal Injury Blog

June 11, 2020 / Motorcycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

How and When to Lay Down Your Bike

We’ve all heard stories of bikers who have laid down their motorcycles when they were in imminent danger of a collision. By laying down the bike they may have faced a few minor injuries but likely prevented a major crash. No one wants to resort to laying down their bike unless it is necessary, so […]

July 29, 2019 / Bicycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

Should I Replace My Bike Helmet After a Crash?

Confused about whether you need to replace your bike helmet? You’re not alone. Bicycle helmets seem incredibly durable. After all, they are meant to protect your head from injury. But appearances can be deceptive. Bike helmets can look fine on the outside, but if they have been worn in a bicycle crash, they may have […]

July 22, 2019 / Bicycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

Shoulder, AC Joint, and Clavicle Injuries in Cycling

Shoulder, AC joint, and clavicle trauma are among the most common bicycle crash injuries. When you fall from your bike, most often you land either on your outstretched arm (braced to catch you) or against your shoulder. This sudden impact places a tremendous force on the shoulder and injuries often occur. Shoulder separation, AC joint […]

April 24, 2019 / Motorcycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

Never Ignore a Headache After a Motorcycle Crash

If you’ve been in a motorcycle crash and the only pain you feel afterwards is a headache, you may feel like you got off lightly. After all, broken bones, internal injuries, and severe road rash are very common after a crash. But what may feel like “just a headache” may actually indicate a further injury. […]

March 30, 2019 / Motorcycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

Numb or Tingling Hands after Riding a Motorcycle

Feeling numbness or tingling in your hands after riding a motorcycle? It may be carpal tunnel syndrome or another related disorder. You may have heard of carpal tunnel syndrome as a disorder experienced by those who use computer keyboards. Did you know that people who ride a motorcycle can be at high risk for developing […]

June 10, 2018 / Motorcycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

How to Use Motorcycle Wheel Stands

You should learn how to use motorcycle wheel stands as soon as you get your first motorcycle, or even before you get your first bike. Learning how is fairly easy, and it sure beats using your kickstands when you are trying to work on your bike. Using your motorcycle stands allows you the ability to […]

May 20, 2018 / Bicycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

How to Protect Your Bike from Rust and Corrosion

Rust on your bicycle doesn’t just look ugly: over time it can eat away at the metal and lower the value of your bike. Fortunately, you can protect your bike from rust and remove it if you find it. Rust, or iron oxide, occurs when iron or an iron alloy is exposed to moisture and […]

March 10, 2018 / Motorcycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

Motorcycle Clubs vs. Riding Clubs

Motorcycle clubs vs riding clubs are often confused with each other, but there are some differences. If you aren’t a regular rider or know someone who is, chances are you probably do not know the difference between a motorcycle club (MC) and a riding club (RC). In fact, some experienced bikers still use the terms […]

February 17, 2018 / Motorcycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

10 Reasons a Road Trip is Better on a Bike vs. a Car

The great American road trip has long been considered one of the quintessential life experiences. Whether you are having a mid-life crisis, taking a gap year after high school, or just want to set your retirement off with a bang, a road trip is a wonderful thing! Here are 10 reasons a motorcycle road trip […]

February 9, 2018 / Bicycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

Disc Brakes vs Cantilever Brakes

Disc brakes and cantilever brakes have a lot of differences. There are also differences between braking on a mountain bike, a tandem bike, and a road bike. The short answer to the braking dilemma is that disc brakes or v-brakes are great for mountain bikes and cantilevers are generally preferable for tandem and road bikes. […]