Auto Accident

Reports indicate that an Illinois State Trooper suffered injuries in a crash with an alleged drunk driver in the early morning hours of Sunday, August 17, 2025. The frightening collision illustrates how quickly things can go wrong when drivers are under the influence. It also highlights the significant risks officers and others who work alongside…

According to the National Safety Council, approximately 62 million Americans sought medical treatment for preventable injuries in 2023. Unexpected accidents can happen anytime, anywhere, with consequences ranging from minor injuries to life-altering harm. In many cases, the immediate and long-term impact of an unexpected accident can extend into just about every facet of a person’s…

It’s difficult enough to suffer the shock and pain of an injury car accident. The situation can get tragic if you lose a loved one that way. Then there is the outrage that follows when you learn that the accident didn’t have to happen except for the careless behavior of the at-fault party. Just when…

Chicago wins a bronze medal in the Traffic Olympics. Motorists on  I-90, Lake Shore Drive, and the Loop all experience world-class traffic congestion. The question then is “Does congestion increase or decrease accident rates, and if so, how?” It seems obvious that congestion would lower car accident rates, but the reality is more nuanced. Current…

Car accidents are common on the chaotic streets of Chicago, especially near busy intersections. When a car accident occurs, a personal injury claim probably isn’t far behind. One consistent problem is that car accidents often devolve into a “he said, she said” situation where there is no unbiased witness to sort through the confusion. A…

A tragic accident took two lives over the weekend, just after 2 a.m. on April 20th in South Austin, Chicago. The crash occurred at the intersection of West Augusta Boulevard and North Central Avenue. The deceased victims include a 36-year-old man, who was declared dead at Mount Sinai Hospital, and a 22-year-old man who was…

Here in Illinois, all drivers are required to have auto insurance. Some drivers – especially those who are considered high-risk or have poor credit history – often turn to non-standard insurance companies for coverage. However, people involved in accidents with drivers insured by these non-standard insurance companies often report challenges in receiving the compensation they…

If you were injured in an Illinois car accident, it’s essential that you’re able to discern between fact and fiction when it comes to your rights. Believing the wrong information could result in you settling your case for less than it’s worth or even missing out entirely on the compensation you deserve. Myth 1: You…

A Tesla drove into a home in Woodridge on March 2, 2025, killing the two occupants of the vehicle. The cause of the crash is not yet known, but it raises concerns over the rise in so-called “autonomous” vehicles, as well as age-old causes of vehicle collisions, such as speeding. For the families involved in…

When you think of a black box, you probably picture airplanes. But did you know that most modern vehicles have their own version? These black boxes, or event data recorders (EDRs), quietly collect important data about what happens during a crash. That data can make all the difference in proving fault and getting the compensation…