If you're involved in a car accident in Chicago, the minimum amount of car insurance may not be sufficient to cover all the expenses you might face.

Why the Minimum Amount of Car Insurance May Not Be Enough if You’re Involved in a Chicago Car Accident

July 11, 2024

When it comes to car insurance, it’s easy to think that having the state-required minimum coverage is enough to keep you safe and protected. However, if you’re involved in a car accident in Chicago, the minimum…

Continue Reading
Learning how to drive safely is a skill set now helped by an innovative application created by the National Safety Council (NSC) – the DriveitHOME application, a free phone app that tracks your teen's hours of practice driving, offers ideas for weekly driving lessons and provides videos to help the process.

Briskman, Briskman & Greenberg Recommends the DriveitHOME APP for Teens

July 1, 2024

The number one cause of teen death is being involved in a car crash. This is directly related to a teen’s inexperience behind the wheel. It takes time and patience to teach a teen driver the…

Continue Reading
Pursuits are among the most deadly part of policing. The consequences can cost others their lives, criminals and innocent bystanders alike.

Aftermath of Tragedy: Reflection on a Chicago Police Pursuit Case

June 24, 2024

Pursuits are among the most deadly part of policing. The consequences can cost others their lives, criminals and innocent bystanders alike. Car crashes do not distinguish who is and who is not a bad guy, who…

Continue Reading
Teen driver in Chicago

What Chicago Parents Should Tell Their Teen Drivers to Keep Them Safe and Avoid Car Accidents

June 17, 2024

Preparing Your Teen for the Road: Essential Safety Tips for New Drivers Hitting the Streets of Chicago Getting behind the wheel for the first time can be an exhilarating yet daunting experience for any teen, and…

Continue Reading
Bridges are critical for many people's commutes, connecting communities and facilitating economic activities. However, beneath the surface lies a pressing concern that impacts the safety of millions: the deteriorating condition of our bridges.

The Hidden Dangers of Deteriorating Bridges in Illinois 

June 10, 2024

Bridges are critical for many people’s commutes, connecting communities and facilitating economic activities. However, beneath the surface lies a pressing concern that impacts the safety of millions: the deteriorating condition of our bridges. This issue poses…

Continue Reading
Understanding the distinction between capacitating and incapacitating injuries is crucial in Illinois car accident cases.

Decoding Chicago Car Accidents: Capacitating vs. Incapacitating Injuries

June 3, 2024

Understanding the distinction between capacitating and incapacitating injuries is crucial in Illinois personal injury cases. Capacitating injuries, though serious, allow the injured party to continue performing daily activities with some limitations. In contrast, incapacitating injuries render…

Continue Reading
Black box data has become a cornerstone in Illinois accident investigations, offering invaluable insights into the sequence of events leading to the collision.

Post-Accident Investigations: How Black Box Data Helps in Illinois

May 29, 2024

Accidents involving semi-trucks and other large commercial trucks can cause serious, life-altering injuries. Bringing an Illinois personal injury claim allows truck accident victims to recover damages for medical expenses, property damage, and other collision-related costs. In…

Continue Reading
It is crucial to understand what causes sepsis and why it is essential to prevent it, especially in Chicago nursing home abuse and neglect cases.

Legal Advocacy in Chicago: Holding Institutions Accountable for Sepsis Shock

May 29, 2024

Sepsis is a life-threatening condition triggered by the body’s extreme response to an infection. Each year, about 1.7 million people get sepsis in the US. It is crucial to understand what causes sepsis and why it…

Continue Reading
Distracted driver in Chicago

How Distracted Driving Can Cause Serious Injuries or Fatal Car Accidents

May 15, 2024

Distracted driving is a peril we all face on the road, yet its forms are as varied as they are dangerous. Weaving through traffic with a smartphone in hand, or lost in deep thought about the…

Continue Reading
As authorities continue investigating the September 2023 crash, let us examine questions regarding fault in head-on truck accidents.

Point of Impact: Who’s at Fault in Head-On Truck Accidents on Chicago’s Roads?

May 13, 2024

Tragic accidents on the roads of Chicago serve as stark reminders of the dangers commuters and truck drivers face daily. A recent fatal collision between a box truck and a semi-truck on Route 53 in Long…

Continue Reading