What Are the “Basics” of Distracted Driving?
It’s easy to become used to driving. Many of us have been driving for a decade or two, and with that experience comes confidence, and with confidence often comes carelessness. Perhaps we speed more often or we slow down at certain stop signs rather than coming to a complete stop. These are risky behaviors, and…
Read MoreCan I Sue for Damages if the Negligent Party Dies?
One of the worst experiences that you can have in your life is being injured by someone’s neglect or bad decisions. Not only are you having to deal with the physical trauma of the accident, but the mental and emotional cost as well. The reasonable action would be to take whoever injured you to court,…
Read MoreA Horrific, Avoidable Truck Accident Killed a Toddler in Uptown
If you spend any time on highways, you know that semi-trucks rule the roads. They’re big, they’re heavy, and they should be given a wide berth on interstates and freeways. After all, there are specific federal guidelines in place that ensure 18-wheelers can get from point A to point B on highways. On highways. Things…
Read MoreDo Insurance Companies Cover Hit-and-Run Accidents?
Chicago is a dangerous place when it comes to motor vehicle accidents. With bumper-to-bumper traffic, bicyclists swerving in and out of lanes, and pedestrians crossing busy intersections, it is understandable that these sorts of accidents would be common. But in the last couple of years, the rate of hit-and-run accidents has skyrocketed, leaving hundreds of…
Read MoreWhat Happens If Someone Sics Their Dog on Me and I Get Hurt?
As much as we love our canine friends, they are still animals. Animals do not always act predictably, and even worse, they can be trained by their owners to attack other people. Dog attacks and bites should be handled seriously, as the injuries these animals can impart are oftentimes serious, and can leave the victim…
Read MoreAlcohol Sensor Technology Coming to a Car Near You
Have you ever heard of a Breathalyzer (or breath machine) being installed into the vehicle of a drunk driver after a drunk driving incident? Have you ever stopped and thought, “Why wasn’t the breath machine already installed into the vehicle in the first place? The entire accident could have been avoided.” Well, thanks to the…
Read MoreBNSF Train Collides With Truck; Kills Metra Passenger
A fiery crash at the Clarendon Hills Metra stop took the life of a train passenger on Wednesday and injured four others, after a box truck stopped on the tracks during morning rush hour. Reportedly, the truck stalled or became stuck on the tracks as the train approached the Prospect Street crossing. Although the driver…
Read MoreWhat Are the Leading Causes of Death in Illinois?
Many people have certain attitudes concerning personal injury lawsuits. Although insurance companies may try to convince you that personal injury lawsuits are frivolous, they are a necessary tool for many to secure the compensation they need to recover from serious injuries and harm. If you need evidence of how negligent actions can seriously impact a…
Read MoreIllinois Has a Drunk Driving Problem
There was a story on the news on Thursday, April 21 about a fatal drunk driving accident in the 3400 block of South California Avenue in Chicago. Per ABC 7, a drunk driver was traveling at just under 80 mph on Monday morning (it was just after midnight) when she crashed into a median. The…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About HIPAA
HIPAA, the acronym for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, has come up a lot since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. You may have seen people on social media or news shows discussing their HIPAA rights regarding masks or vaccinations. In short, HIPAA is a federal law that protects patients’ sensitive health information…
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