Texting at the wheel of a commercial vehicle could be negligence
Distracted driving is a very real concern for everyone on the road, from pedestrians to commercial drivers. Anyone can choose to look at a mobile phone instead of the road, and that can create a lot of risk for the general public. Illinois state law prohibits drivers...
Overturned tractors pose agricultural hazard
Harvest time in Illinois is always fraught with danger for those working on tractors and other agricultural equipment. While people may not consider farm work to be inherently dangerous, those who toil on farms for their living are well-acquainted with the dangers...
It’s not just the “dangerous” jobs that can hurt workers
Most people think of office work as being fairly safe. However, these workers can still suffer from injuries. It is imperative that individuals have a place to do their job duties that is free of hazards. If there are known dangers, they must be minimized as much as...
The duty to mitigate damages can impact a personal injury claim
Seeking compensation after an accident that led to injuries often comes with claims for various types of damages. Many factors come into the equation when you are trying to determine how much to claim. There are some points that might impact the final numbers in your...
Is your teen taking a limo to homecoming this year?
It's that time of year again — high school homecoming football games and dances. This is a cherished rite of passage for most high school teenagers who love the prospect of dressing up and stepping out of a limousine when they arrive at the festivities. But how safe...
4 reasons drivers get in crashes: The reality of trucking jobs
Fatigued drivers are a risk to everyone on the road. In fact, not getting enough sleep can make drivers just as dangerous as they would be if they were intoxicated. That should be enough to make people get enough rest before they drive, but it isn't. Perhaps...
Farm equipment safety on public roads is important
Harvest season, which runs through November for many farmers, is a time when safety must be on the mind of everyone who travels around the fields. Often, people will have to navigate farm equipment on public roads to get to the harvests. Unfortunately, operating on...
You must follow through with medical advice after a work injury
The only thing worse than getting hurt at work is losing out on the workers' compensation benefits that protect you after a workplace injury. Familiarizing yourself with your rights under Illinois workers' compensation law is an important first step for any injured...
