Auto Accident

Drivers and passengers of motor vehicles under Illinois law are required to wear legal restraining devices – i.e., seat belts. Drivers also are responsible to assist passengers who are not able to individually harness a seat belt by themselves. Individuals requiring help may include children, the elderly, and those who are unable buckle up for…

In recent years, police shootings have preoccupied the headlines with much controversy. However, an occurrence involving law enforcement that is talked about much less involves police chases and the injuries and deaths that too often result from these pursuits. A study conducted by the U.S. Department of Justice concluded that police chases are the number…

On January 16, 2018, this happened: (photo credit to Fox News) Any time a car or truck crashes into a building, it’s a newsworthy matter because we think it doesn’t happen that often. As it turns out, we’re wrong about that. The data from storefrontsafety.org shows that as many as 60 times each day in…

Winter, and the holiday season, has arrived, and so has the mad rush of shoppers in Chicago. During this busy time of year, it is easy to get distracted when trying to cross everything off your list. However, it is more important than ever to stay alert and pay attention to your surroundings and ensure…

Our city has some of the most brutal winters in the nation. Even though we are used to it, driving in winter weather never gets easier, especially when it takes you by surprise. Even a light flurry can quickly turn to heavy snow and ice, which means slippery conditions and, unfortunately, car accidents. With the…

Cars, trucks, SUVs, RVs: on the roads of Chicago, you see them all. The chances are good that, at some point or another, you’ll experience a fender-bender of your own. The chances are even better, though, that you’ll witness a crash involving someone else. When that happens, you might want to help the victims, to…

Distracted driving is becoming more and more common with the advent of new technologies such as smartphones and satellite radio. Increasingly, motorists are looking away from the road. Fatalities have even been caused by distracted drivers who are text messaging, and their numbers are unfortunately on the rise. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)…

Hydroplaning is a term used to describe the sliding of vehicle tires across a wet road. These accidents can be extremely dangerous, often causing a chain reaction of crashes and injuries. While some hydroplaning incidents are unavoidable, the vast majority of them can be prevented with proper driving techniques and adequate vehicle maintenance. What is…

Drivers have a responsibility to understand the right-of-way laws for every type of vehicle interaction. Normally, a driver who fails to follow the Illinois right-of-way traffic laws will be the one a jury or arbiter finds liable for a car accident. Drivers are responsible for knowing the applicable laws and abiding by them. Right-of-way laws…