Car Accidents

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Is Illinois a no-fault state for car accidents?

April 15, 2024

Illinois is not a no-fault state for car accidents. The state uses a fault-based system, also known as a tort system, with modified comparative negligence to determine who pays damages in a car accident case. Under…

Illinois Supreme Court Mandates Insurance Coverage for Cyclists and Pedestrians Injured by Uninsured Drivers

April 12, 2024

In a recent ruling, the Illinois Supreme Court delivered a critical verdict that expands uninsured motorist coverage for pedestrians and bicyclists involved in hit-and-run or uninsured driver accidents. The court’s decision highlights that auto insurance companies,…

Night shift workers with sleep disorder are at higher risk of car accidents, study finds

April 3, 2024

Many different driving behaviors can lead to car accidents in Illinois. While using a cellphone and other forms of distracted driving are often to blame for crashes, drowsy driving is a real danger. A new study…