Chicago Outdoor Dining Program Could Cause Accidents
Chicago (August 7, 2023) – The Chicago Outdoor Dining Program is a collaboration organized by the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP), the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT), and local restaurants. It gives restaurants an opportunity to do more business and Chicagoans a way to enjoy excellent food in great weather. Unfortunately, it can also lead to additional bicycle accidents and pedestrian accidents.
The Chicago Outdoor Dining Program allows for pop-up sidewalk seating, curb lane closures, and full street closures. This can disrupt travel plans for many Chicago bicyclists and pedestrians. The outdoor seating may block their normal paths and cause them to take unfamiliar routes, leading to crashes. Should you get into an accident caused by outdoor dining arrangements, call our Chicago injury lawyers immediately. Source: Chicago.gov