Hoffman Estates Community Mourning High School Sweethearts Killed in Drunk Driving Crash
An Elgin man is expected in court today after being charged in a crash that took the lives of two recent high school graduates and sweethearts over the weekend. Per ABC 7 Chicago, “D’Shaun Tudela and his partner, Amelia Mazeikis, both 18, died in the Hoffman Estates crash near Barrington and Higgins roads Saturday morning.”…
Read MoreVisualizing a Car Accident: How We Use Demonstrative Evidence in Your Case
If you have been in a motor vehicle accident and sustained traumatic injuries, demonstrative evidence will likely be one of the first things you and your attorney discuss when it comes to your trial. In fact, this type of evidence is a requirement to prove that the defendant directly caused your car accident and injuries.…
Read MoreHow to Prove a Trucking Company Is Falsifying Driving Logs
According to the National Safety Council, almost 6,000 people in the United States were killed in truck accidents in 2021. One of the top reasons for these accidents is fatigued driving. Therefore, in order to prevent truck drivers from driving while tired or drowsy, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) continues to update their…
Read MoreIllinois Residents, Lawmakers, and Drivers Are Fed Up with Uber and Lyft
If you think about companies that have revolutionized modern life, you’d do worse than to think of Uber and Lyft. Ridesharing services have become so ubiquitous, such a part of modern travel that it’s hard to remember a time without them. Think about it: when’s the last time you traveled somewhere and realized you couldn’t…
Read MoreCommunity Mourning for Buffalo Grove High Students Killed in Crash
Four Buffalo Grove High School students were killed in a crash at an intersection on May 16 that has left the community reeling. Three of the teens were residents of Wheeling, and the fourth was from Arlington Heights. Per Chicago’s Daily Herald, the victims were Richard De Ita, 18; Kevin R. Hernandez-Teran, 17; Jesus Rodriguez,…
Read MorePros and Cons of Spinal Cord Stimulators
Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is an FDA approved medical treatment for chronic back and neck pain. Chronic pain can occur as a result of an auto accident, a slip and fall, the failure of a product to work properly, or for myriad other reasons. Spinal cord stimulation is normally suggested after chiropractic care and other…
Read MoreMulti-Vehicle Crash on I-55 Shows Just How Deadly Dust Storms Can Be
The dust storm that blew through Illinois yesterday covered 20-30 miles and caused a 72-vehicle pileup on I-55. At least six people have died and 30 more were injured in chain reaction crash. ABC 7 News reports that there is a risk of HAZMAT spills (two semi-trucks caught fire). One Chicago resident told the news…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Chicago’s Smart Street Pilots Ordinance
Chicago is taking big steps to prioritize street safety for its residents. Recent legislation has been passed to improve street infrastructure with a focus on protecting pedestrians, cyclists, and public transportation. This includes proper street design with visible markings, adequate space for pedestrians and cyclists and physical barriers to shield them from motor vehicles. By…
Read MoreAn Asphalt Tank Exploded in Lemont, Leaving a Community Grieving
A deadly explosion and fire at a Seneca Petroleum plant in Lemont has left us shaken. Dru A. Worker, a contractor with M&J Industrial Services, was a beloved high school wrestling coach, and his death is such a loss for the community. Another worker was injured but survived. ABC 7 Chicago reports that OSHA and…
Read MoreWhy You Need an Attorney If You Want to Sue a Government Agency
When it comes to suing a government agency, such as the city of Chicago, it is important to understand the legal landscape in which you are operating. Government agencies, including cities, states, and the federal government, have various forms of immunity that protect them from lawsuits. This immunity can make it difficult for individuals to…
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