Car Accidents

Study finds most parents do not use child car seats when taking Uber or Lyft

July 13, 2021

Ridesharing services are increasingly popular for their convenience, but they present several safety risks. An Uber or Lyft accident can cause serious injuries and raise complicated issues of liability. While passengers have no control over their…

Safety tips for avoiding car accidents on your summer road trip

June 22, 2021

With the lifting of COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns and travel restrictions of the past year, Illinois residents are eager to hit the road during the summer. As the weather gets warmer, more people will be heading out…

High-speed car crash in Chicago leaves two dead and others injured

May 7, 2021

Two people were killed and several others injured in a two-vehicle collision on Chicago’s Southwest Side. Authorities believed speeding was a factor in the fatal car accident.   One of the victims who died was an…

Chicago man arrested after hitting two police cars on Eisenhower Expressway

April 9, 2021

Two Cook County Sheriff’s Police officers were injured in a car accident on the Eisenhower Expressway. The driver believed to be responsible for the crash was arrested and charged with driving under the influence, violating Scott’s…

Driver arrested in a fatal pedestrian accident on UIC campus

March 23, 2021

A driver was arrested after a hit-and-run crash that killed a pedestrian at the University of Illinois at the Chicago campus. Another pedestrian suffered chest and shoulder injuries in the accident. Police said the pedestrians were…

What to expect during recovery after a car accident

March 5, 2021

Recovering after a car accident can be a lengthy process. Because no two crashes are the same, the injuries of each person involved also vary. As a result, it is difficult to identify what a so-called…

Fatal crash on Stevenson Expressway highlights dangers of winter driving

March 2, 2021

Driving in adverse weather conditions during the winter months can be challenging for even the most experienced Illinois drivers. The risk of car accidents increases when the roads are snowy, icy or wet. A recent fatal…

What to do after an accident that involves an underinsured or uninsured driver

February 26, 2021

Under Illinois law, all drivers are required to have liability insurance that provides coverage in case they are responsible for injuries resulting from a car accident. Unfortunately, not every driver carries the required insurance.  If you…

What types of evidence can help after a car accident?

February 12, 2021

Every car accident claim needs to be supported by solid evidence. Along with establishing the facts of the case, it demonstrates who is at fault for the crash and shows the extent of damages you or…

Five things to do after a winter car accident in Chicago

February 9, 2021

Chicago winters bring freezing temperatures, ice, snow, slush and fog. Such weather conditions can make traveling hazardous for even the most cautious and experienced drivers. Although the city is well equipped for winter weather, reduced visibility…