Pedestrians crossing the road in Illinois often take their lives in their hands. This is due to the historically high number of accidents in this state and the rest of the country. Collisions involving pedestrians are becoming more deadly than ever before. Pedestrians...
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What actions should you take immediately after a car accident?
When you are suddenly in a collision with another vehicle, your mind may feel distracted by what to do and how to react. Staying calm and assessing the danger you are in is the first step to fixing this problem. Following a few simple rules when interacting with the...
Brain injuries you could suffer after a car accident
Car accidents can result in a wide range of injuries, and one of the most severe and potentially life-altering is a brain injury. The force and impact of a car accident can cause the brain to collide with the skull, leading to various types of brain injuries. Learn...
Accepting the first settlement offer after a car accident
A car accident can lead to significant emotional stress and financial burden. Dealing with insurance companies post-accident adds to this complexity. One critical decision victims need to make is whether to accept the initial settlement offer from an insurance...
Strategies for preventing burns in the construction industry
Burns can be some of the most serious and painful injuries a construction worker can suffer. They can occur due to exposure to extreme heat, electrical equipment, certain chemicals or even sunlight. Therefore, it is important for construction workers to understand and...
What are some medical errors potentially made by OB/GYNs?
OB/GYN stands for obstetrician and gynecologist and is a type of doctor that women visit for many reasons, whether they are expecting a baby or going for an annual checkup. Like any medical professional, OB/GYNs can make mistakes while attending to their patients....
Get checked for these 3 hidden car accident injuries
A car accident can cause devastating damage to your body, but not all injuries are immediately apparent. Without a prompt and thorough medical checkup, these hidden injuries may not present themselves until they cause complications. You should visit a doctor after a...
Identifying commonly misdiagnosed cancer symptoms
Cancer is a serious illness requiring doctors to make prompt and accurate diagnoses to achieve the best possible outcome for patients. Unfortunately, identifying cancer symptoms can be challenging, and healthcare providers may overlook or misdiagnose some symptoms....
Traffic fatalities decline but remain high
Despite a drop in the number of people killed in traffic accidents in 2022, Illinois road users may still be in more danger of being in a motor vehicle crash compared to many years in the past. The drop in fatalities was less than 1% compared to 2021, but that year...
What should I do after a hit-and-run accident?
Being the victim of a hit-and-run can be frightening. It only becomes more upsetting once you realize that the other driver did not stop or turn themselves in. Luckily, this type of accident does bring serious charges for the other driver for leaving the scene....