Drunk Driving Accidents

This time of year, many Illinois residents partake in alcoholic beverages, often as part of a social gathering. Although this can be done responsibly, some in the Chicago-area, and throughout Illinois, choose to drive after drinking. These individuals may think that...

Drunk drivers abound in the Chicago area, whether we like to think about it or not. At any given moment, day or night, a drunk driver can take an individual by surprise and cause a drunk driving accident leading to serious injuries. If you have been hurt in this type...

Sometimes the worlds of criminal and civil law coincide. One area where this may occur is when a victim has filed a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit in Illinois against a drunk driver. The defendant may have faced criminal charges for the incident, but the...

It would be easy to think that drunk driving could be nearly eliminated given crackdowns by law enforcement and increased media coverage of the dangers of driving while intoxicated. Yet far too many drivers still drink and drive, putting Chicago motorists in the line...

Now that warmer weather has arrived in the Chicago area, many people find themselves enjoying the outdoors, planning barbeques and family gatherings, and taking to the road for vacations and quick getaways. As fun as this time of year can be, it can also be fatal. As...

Drunk driving remains a prevalent problem across our country, state and city. Far too many Chicago-area residents make the decision to drink and drive, putting countless others at risk of being subjected to serious injuries and death. Those who are injured in a drunk...

Although many of us do it every day, driving is an inherently dangerous activity. Improperly maintained vehicles, bad road conditions and inclement weather can all lead to hazardous driving and the risk of an accident. However, human error is often a major contributor...

With the holiday season in full swing, many Illinois residents find themselves at gatherings of family and friends where food and drink are had in large quantities. Though this is a festive time of year for many, for others it is a treacherous and even deadly period....

A couple of weeks ago on the blog we discussed how alcohol can affect an individual's ability to drive. This should be common knowledge, but far too many motorists still choose to drink and drive. When these intoxicated individuals are affected beyond their control by...

Alcohol is everywhere. It can be found at restaurants, in bars, and on grocery store shelves. While those who enjoy alcohol responsibly are at little risk of harming others, those who drink and then choose to climb behind the wheel of a vehicle can put others in...