Car Accidents

Since 2006, more than 286,919 winter accidents have occurred in Illinois, and snowy, icy or slushy roads cause accidents that kill more than 1,000 people per year. The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is the most dangerous on roadways. If you are like most...

Most Illinois residents know that Chicago is full of hazardous roadways where accidents frequently occur. Just like any other metropolitan area, some are more dangerous than others. If you frequently travel within Chicago's borders, you may want to avoid these roads...

Autumn is a beautiful time in Illinois with leaves changing color, crisper air and days becoming shorter. Although all of those things are nice, driving during this season carries certain risks. You can stay safer by using these tips while on the road. Driving in the...

Everyone on the road in Illinois deserves to stay safe. Sadly, deaths among cyclists have been on the because of accidents involving motor vehicles. What’s behind the rise in cyclist deaths? In recent years, the number of cyclist fatalities stemming from accidents...

Illinois is a diverse area when it comes to traffic patterns. Much of the state is rural and primarily consists of small towns, but some areas of the state are home to larger cities where main thoroughfares can become congested during certain hours of the day. Driver...

Warm weather, traveling at high rates of speed and other issues can all contribute to a tire blowing out on an Illinois road or highway. In many cases, a blowout results in a driver losing control of his or her truck, which can lead to a collision. Take a closer look...

Wrongful death is a particular type of legal action in Illinois that is similar to personal injury, but damages are classified differently. The proceeds are not typically being provided for the estate of the deceased victim, but rather for the surviving family. There...

If you've been injured in a motor vehicle accident, you may be wondering what to do next. You may have a lot of questions, and you may not know where to turn for help. For instance, what are the types of injuries that are common after motor vehicle accidents? Should...

It's no secret that texting and driving can be extremely dangerous in Illinois. Unfortunately, many people don't take the issue seriously until it's too late. If you're ever in a situation in which someone who was texting and driving injures you, there are steps that...

Whether this is your first winter or you are a winter weather veteran, icy roads can make for a scary driving experience. One moment you feel like you are cruising along safely, and the next, you start feeling your vehicle slip across the road. When you are at the...

Winters in Chicago and throughout Illinois can be brutal, which makes it challenging on the roads. Accidents are more likely to occur during this season. These are a few winter driving statistics. How common are winter car accidents? Car accidents are common during...

You have good reasons to be concerned with your safety when driving in Illinois. Since 2020, the rate of motor vehicle accidents has been increasing in Chicago. Whether you're driving or walking, there's a greater need to protect yourself at many intersections with...

After an Illinois truck accident, people who are injured will likely have medical expenses, lost wages, long-term needs, and other challenges. When there is a fatality, the family left behind has these issues to deal with and more. Although a legal filing will not...

Many victims of auto accidents in Illinois do not understand the process of being financially compensated for their injuries. They understand they have a claim when they are not largely at fault, but the amount and type of damages can differ significantly. There are...

Every urban area has dangerous stretches of highway and deadly intersections where accidents are very common. One of the major problems associated with traffic lights is that so many motorists try to beat the yellow before it turns red, often resulting in collisions...