Car Accidents

A quick glance at negligence law may give a car accident victim the impression that a personal injury lawsuit is pretty straight-forward. In many ways it is. However, the intricacies of the legal system and legal rules can complicate matters tremendously. Car accident...

Illinois law says that if you have been injured due to someone else's negligence, you can hold that person liable through a personal injury lawsuit. But how do you prove that the defendant was responsible? You have to provide evidence, according to state or federal...

We all know that drunk driving is a huge problem across our country. Yet, drugged driving is becoming prevalent, too. Motorists who are under the influence of methamphetamine, heroin, cocaine, marijuana and other narcotics can be dangerous when behind the wheel. These...

Being injured in a car accident can throw your life upside down. You might be left with extensive physical pain, emotional suffering and struggling to survive financially. Medical bills and lost wages can leave you completely overwhelmed and unsure about your future....

Chicago motorists have a duty to operate their vehicles in a way that is safe and refrains from putting others in harm's way. This means drivers must obey traffic laws, be attentive behind the wheel and only drive when sober. They must also be aware of motorcyclists,...

Illinois residents who are involved in a car accident may have many challenges ahead of them. First, they might have to find a way to cope with physical pain and suffering that results from the wreck. Second, they will likely have to find a way to pay for the medical...

As spring approaches and the Chicago-area weather warms, motorists may see more pedestrians out and about. These individuals may be walking to and from work or school, or they may be out for social reasons or as a way to get exercise. Regardless of the reason,...

It is a tragic reality that the holidays often see an increase in drunk driving and drunk driving accidents. Those who are hurt in these wrecks, like those discussed in last week's post, are often left with significant losses from which it can be hard to recover. A...

The holidays are a time when family and friends gather to celebrate, enjoy time together, and ring in the New Year. While many times this is just harmless fun, in other instances individuals with poor judgement make bad choices that wind up getting others injured or...

According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, protecting the safety of those who respond to roadside emergencies to help accident victims is important, if not essential. In fact, our Illinois motorists have likely seen first responders...