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Car Accidents and Road Conditions

Published: Feb 12, 2020 Auto Accident, Personal Injury

When it comes to car accidents, common contributing factors include everything from driver behaviors, distractions, mistakes, the actions of other drivers, or conditions of the roads. It can be easier to determine liability when the actions of a driver clearly led to the accident....

Car Accident Spinal Cord Injuries

Published: Jan 31, 2020 Auto Accident, Personal Injury, Serious Injuries

Car accidents are the leading cause of spinal cord injuries, according to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center. There are approximately 17,730 new spinal cord injury cases each year, and car accidents are responsible for 39.3 percent of these injuries. Spinal cord injuries...

Winter Driving Safety Tips

Published: Jan 24, 2020 Auto Accident, Personal Injury

Winter weather presents hazards for all drivers in Illinois. Preparing for cold temperatures, snow, ice, and low visibility helps reduce the risk of a car accident. Travelers should take extra precautions during winter to stay safe on the snow and ice-covered roads. Winter in...

Dangers While Driving Pregnant

Published: Jan 9, 2020 Auto Accident, Personal Injury

Expectant mothers are often advised to avoid certain activities during their pregnancy. Activities such as smoking, drinking alcohol, and flying on a plane after 36 weeks can be harmful to the mother and baby. However, when it comes to traveling, many women wonder what...

What Should I Do After a Car Accident?

Published: Jan 3, 2020 Auto Accident, Personal Injury

Car accidents happen very quickly, leaving victims faced with injuries and property damage. It is not always easy to keep a clear mind once they happen, especially when people are hurt. Driving defensively, being prepared, and knowing the proper steps to take afterwards can...

Drunk Driving During the Holidays

Published: Dec 11, 2019 Auto Accident, Drunk Driving, Personal Injury

Motor vehicle accidents involving alcohol fatally injures an estimated 10,000 people each year. It is a serious public safety problem affecting communities and families in all areas of the country year-round, but the danger increases during the winter holidays, as seasonal celebrations turn fatal...

Lost Loads Truck Accidents

Published: Dec 4, 2019 Auto Accident, Personal Injury, Truck Accident

While driver errors are a leading cause of truck accidents, they are also caused from mistakes made before trucks even head out on the road. If cargo is not packed and secured properly, the risk of losing loads increases. They can dislodge and tumble...