When you think of driving under the influence, you probably assume it refers to driving under the influence of alcohol. You might wonder if it also applies to illegal drugs or medicinal cannabis. Did you know that some prescription and over-the-counter medications can cause impairments that are similar to drinking alcoholic beverages? More than that, […]

Chain reaction car accidents typically involve three or more cars and both the causes and the ensuing insurance claims can be complicated. While the consequences of chain reaction car accidents can be on the mild side and involve a simple series of rear-end accidents, they can also lead to serious pile-up car accidents with multiple […]

Hit-and-run car accidents are some of the most challenging types of vehicle accidents to deal with. After a hit-and-run accident, you may want to attempt to file a claim for compensation and hold the other driver accountable, but this is difficult when you cannot identify the other driver. Fortunately, there are still ways that Illinois […]

Distracted driving is dangerous, and engaging in distracted driving can result in serious motor vehicle accidents. It is also possible to be injured by a distracted driver while walking across a street or driving your own motor vehicle. Some forms of distracted driving are illegal in Illinois. If you have been injured in a distracted […]

Many individuals may not realize it, but driving drowsy is a form of distracted driving, and engaging in drowsy driving increases your risk of an accident. Drowsy driving or driving while fatigued results in slower reaction times and less awareness, which you never want while operating a motor vehicle. If a drowsy driver was involved […]

Texting while driving is one of the most common forms of distracted driving. Many individuals engage in texting while driving from time to time, though the consequences of this negligence while driving can be severe. If you have been in a car accident caused by a distracted driver, contact an Illinois car accident lawyer to […]

The Federal Highway Administration (FHA) reports that wrong-way accidents cause between 300 and 400 traffic fatalities annually. Far too many motorists are injured or killed due to the negligence and carelessness of wrong-way drivers each year. Suppose you or someone you love became a victim in a wrong-way freeway accident. In that case, you need […]

Hit-and-run accidents occur when a driver collides with another vehicle, pedestrian, or property and leaves the accident scene without identifying themselves or assisting the injured parties. Insurance data suggests that Illinois ranks fourth among the U.S. states with the most hit-and-runs. Such accidents often leave victims with significant physical injuries and property damage, leaving them […]

Currently, some two million people are living with an amputation in the United States and traffic accidents are the second leading cause of amputations. No matter how cautious you may be behind the wheel, you are still putting your life at risk every time you take to the road. Catastrophic injuries suffered in a car […]

Auto accidents can take a massive toll on a person physically, emotionally, and financially. Fortunately, Illinois law allows car accident victims to pursue financial compensation for their damages. The at-fault driver, or more likely, the at-fault driver’s insurance company, may be required to pay for vehicle damage, medical bills, and other damages. However, in a […]