Navigating the busy intersections of Chicago can feel like walking through a challenging maze. With unique road configurations and high traffic volumes, it’s no wonder that intersection crashes account for 41% of car accident injuries in…
When a commercial truck crashes, the first place most people look is the truck’s driver. Commercial truck driver error can and does cause crashes. Yet truck drivers aren’t the only drivers on the road who can…
Home to approximately 200,000 residents, Aurora is one of the largest cities in Illinois and offers a vibrant community, including popular landmarks such as the Paramount Theatre and Millennium Plaza. With bustling streets for both cars…
Chicago city data shows that 5,159,847 violations were recorded in Child Safety Zones from July 1, 2014, through the most recent available date. Many Chicagoans are eagerly awaiting spring, but it brings an influx of walkers,…
Illinois’ Scott’s Law, also known as the “Move Over Law,” officially took effect on February 1, 2002. Recent updates have further expanded the law to protect road crews and pedestrians. As of January 1, 2026, drivers are…
Illinois recently passed a law that expands and clarifies what constitutes a “bicycle” under state rules. The new law includes some low-speed e-bikes and tricycles. The change came after government officials became aware of the serious…
Nobody expects to end up in the ER while driving through Franklin Park. One moment you’re traveling down Grand Avenue or merging near Mannheim Road, and the next you’re dealing with pain, paperwork, and lots of…
Serious crashes can result in a mix of emotions and leave victims shaken, injured, and distraught, trying to make sense of what happened. However, secondary impacts can turn a bad situation into something significantly worse. For…
As the holidays approach, many shoppers might experience crowded sidewalks, icy parking lots, and slushy storefronts. These types of conditions create more than discomfort and inconvenience. These preventable situations can lead to serious falls that can…
The holiday season has a way of bringing people together around what matters most: kindness, generosity, and community. This morning, Briskman Law’s Paul Greenberg and Gavin Pearlman were proud to take part in one of Chicago’s…