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After a serious car accident, many drivers worry that they will not be able to recover damages if they were speeding at the time of the crash. While speeding can complicate a case, Illinois law does not automatically bar recovery just because you were going over the speed limit. The real issue is whether your […]
Potholes are a common hazard on Illinois roads with harsh winters and heavy traffic. Drivers across the state know how damaging these craters can be, not only to vehicles but also to driver safety. If you were injured in an accident caused by a pothole, you may be wondering whether there is anyone you can […]
You are driving through Illinois minding your own business when something unexpected happens: An object crashes onto your car from above. Whether it is debris from a passing truck, a tool dropped from an overpass, or cargo that fell off another vehicle, it can be terrifying and lead to serious injuries. You might soon find […]
Whether you were injured in a motor vehicle accident, premises liability incident, construction accident, by a defective product, or through medical malpractice, you may be entitled to compensation. Insurance companies have teams of lawyers and trained adjusters whose goal is to protect the company’s profit margins. They sometimes accomplish that goal by not paying fair […]
After a major car crash, you may have no say in how you are transported. If paramedics determine your injuries are life-threatening, they may call in a medical helicopter — often called a “lifeflight” — to get you to a trauma center as quickly as possible. You survive. You stabilize. And then the bill comes. […]
Fault determination is a critical element of a car accident case. You can recover compensation for damages in Illinois, but only under certain circumstances. If you were involved in a crash that resulted in significant damages, a Des Plaines, IL auto accident attorney will evaluate your case to determine your eligibility for compensation and explain […]
Many people are surprised to learn that most serious car accidents occur just a few miles from home —often on familiar roads and at relatively low speeds. Many drivers let their guard down when they are in their own neighborhood or on their daily commute. Unfortunately, these accidents can still result in devastating injuries and […]
Most states, including Illinois, have road laws that prioritize pedestrian safety. In theory, a car accident involving an injured pedestrian would likely place the blame on the driver. However, there are incidents where a pedestrian could be at fault. If you were a pedestrian hit by a car, an Illinois pedestrian accident lawyer will understand […]
On March 20th, 2025, the fourth Scott’s Law violation of the year resulted in an Illinois State Trooper in Itasca being injured. The trooper was in his patrol car while responding to a collision on a ramp heading from I-290 to I-390. The parked police car was on the road’s shoulder with emergency lights flashing […]
Every year, the Illinois Department of Transportation releases an annual Crash Facts & Statistics report. The newest information was recently released, providing data from 2023 crashes in Illinois. Reviewing this data can give you a sense of how many people’s lives are impacted by some kind of motor vehicle accident. Some crashes involve only property […]