How you respond in the immediate aftermath of a car accident plays an important role in your ability to receive compensation for your injuries, property damage or other expenses. When you are traveling in Illinois, there are several mistakes to avoid and steps to take...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Can I collect compensation if I was partly at fault for a crash?
Traffic accidents are complex events where the fault can often lie with more than one party. In Illinois, laws acknowledge this reality and allow individuals who were partly at fault for a crash to collect compensation. Here is some information about how in Illinois,...
What happens if the at-fault driver doesn’t have insurance?
Motor vehicle accidents can be physically, mentally and financially devastating. However, you can often take solace in knowing that your auto insurance policy and that of the other driver will likely cover the damages you incur. If the other party is at-fault and does...
Who is liable in a delivery truck accident?
Every time you get behind the wheel, it is likely that you will share the road with at least one delivery truck driver. This is especially true around various holidays throughout the year when an increased number of people are expecting packages to show up on their...
When do I need to report a car crash in Illinois?
In the immediate aftermath of a car crash, you may be in shock and feel confused. Your immediate concern should be getting the medical attention you need to rule out or treat injuries. It is also essential to understand your obligation to report a car accident. These...
What are the risks of driving a motorcycle in Illinois?
There are more than 315,000 licensed motorcycles in the state of Illinois, though this number continues to increase each year. As these bikes take to the streets, there is a risk of accident or injury to the drivers on account of personal driving behaviors or other...
Mistakes to avoid if you were injured in a car accident
Car accidents never happen at a good time, and the victim of an accident is rarely financially capable of paying for all of their injury costs out of pocket. An accident involving medical injuries can cost a victim thousands of dollars or more, making the compensation...
Is it okay to post about my accident on social media?
Social media has become an ingrained part of many people’s lives and greatly benefits them as well. Keeping informed about long-distance friends and family can be fun, but social media can keep you from earning the compensation you need in terms of a personal injury...
Are motorcycle helmets required in Illinois?
One of the most telling signals that summer is finally upon us is the booming motorcycle population on our roads. While these vehicles offer a large sense of thrill and excitement for the riders and passengers, they can also be dangerous. Motorcycle helmets are one of...
Avoiding the dangers of ‘dooring’ bicycle accidents this spring
The temperatures are warming up in the Chicago suburbs. Most bicycle riders have finished tuning up their rides and begun taking to the streets and trails. Riders already know they are at risk of a serious bicycle accident every time they are near motor traffic. But...