When you attended your boss's annual New Year's Eve party or drove across the state to spend Christmas with your in-laws, you never expected to end up spending the remainder of your holiday in the emergency room. However, that is exactly what may happen if you...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
5 major risks that come with nighttime driving
You can get into a car crash at any time of day, but crash statistics make it clear that the night is a more dangerous time to drive than the day. Once the sun sets, the possibility of a collision increases. In fact, the National Safety Council (NSC) openly declares...
3 rideshare or public transit issues for those with disabilities
Some individuals with disabling medical conditions are no longer capable of driving themselves. Others may give up their vehicles even though they could theoretically continue to drive because the cost of maintaining the vehicle is well beyond the benefit derived from...
10 most dangerous driving distractions that cause car accidents
Distracted driving is one of the most common and dangerous forms of negligence on American roads today. Virtually every time you drive in Chicago, you will see another motorist looking at their phone, eating or drinking behind the wheel or fiddling with their radio --...
What happens if you’re injured while ridesharing?
The massive popularity of ridesharing in Illinois is no mystery. Companies like Uber and Lyft simplify the task of getting from place to place without needing to rely on your own vehicle or public transit. But what do you do if you've been injured in a rideshare...
What are the most common car accident injuries?
Many drivers love being able to call Illinois home. Unfortunately, like any other state, many car accidents happen in Illinois each year. Making matters worse, most major car accidents will cause many involved to experience certain types of injuries. Considering that,...
Why and how to drive defensively
Illinois motorists need to drive defensively in order to stay safe, and this begins with good planning. Giving yourself plenty of time to get where you are going and familiarity with the weather and route will mean you are not rushing and you have an idea of what to...
Wrongful death and auto collisions
A car accident could leave drivers and passengers suffering from horrible injuries. Tragically, some crash victims might not survive, leaving Illinois families shattered. Often, car accidents result from someone's negligence, meaning any resultant deaths fall on the...
Top 5 Things You Should Know If You’re in an Accident
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