Car Accidents

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…

What to Do After a Car Accident With an Underinsured or Uninsured Driver

March 14, 2024

All Illinois drivers are required to carry valid insurance, including a certain amount of uninsured driver insurance. Unfortunately, some drivers take to the roads without having adequate insurance, while others are uninsured entirely. Uninsured driver coverage…

What Does a Car Accident Case Look Like in Illinois?

February 7, 2024

Getting injured in a car accident can upend your life, leaving you struggling with pain and significant financial losses. A key part of a car accident case is determining who is at fault so that you…

Five Motorists Collide with Illinois State Police Patrol Vehicles During Holiday Weekend

January 18, 2024

Over the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday weekend, Illinois State Police reported five separate collisions involving drivers hitting State Police Patrol vehicles. Among these incidents, four occurred in the larger Chicago metropolitan area. Notably,…

Chicago-Area Fatal Crashes Decreased Slightly in 2023

January 8, 2024

Statistics on deadly car accidents in Chicago and surrounding areas show that total car accident deaths dropped in most counties in 2023 as compared to 2022. In counties with increased death rates, the changes were slight.…