Why Should You Be Extra Cautious Around Trucks?
When driving through most parts of Illinois, you’re likely to encounter a semi-truck at some point on your journey. These huge vehicles make up a large portion of automobiles on the roads, transporting tons and tons of goods each day. However, semi-trucks also present...
Relying too much on safety tech behind the wheel is a risk
Nowadays, smart technology is everywhere, including in the cars we drive. Almost every new vehicle comes with advanced technology to prevent accidents and increase safety on the road. These systems, such as lane departure warnings and automatic emergency braking, can...
What is the ‘exclusive remedy’ in Illinois work injury cases?
If you’ve been hurt at work, you may be wondering what your legal options are. If your employer has workers’ compensation insurance, your options are likely limited to filing a workers’ compensation claim. In this post, we’ll talk about why workers’ comp is considered...
Most car accidents result from momentary mistakes
Ask your neighbors if they think they’re good drivers. They’ll probably tell you that they are. You probably think of yourself as a decent, attentive driver. It’s always the other drivers who you have to watch out for. If our personal perceptions were accurate,...
How empowered are injury victims in product liability cases?
Legions of individuals adversely affected by injuries linked with use of a defective product might believe that they lack the ability to demand accountability from parties responsible for their pain and suffering. Moreover, they might perceive their ability to secure...
Winter weather leads to an increase in car crashes
It is not surprising that bad weather causes an increase in traffic accidents. However, the actual numbers are alarming. The United States Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHA) reports snow and sleet result in an average of 219,942...
Study: Roads are clearer during pandemic, but not safer
There is no doubt that the Covid-19 pandemic has rearranged much of American life. Because much of the U.S. was in lockdown this past April, traffic levels dropped dramatically not only in Belleville, St. Clair County and the St. Louis metro area but across the nation...
The IIHS Hopes to Improve Truck Safety with New Regulations
If you or a loved one has ever suffered an injury in a traffic accident with a commercial truck, you know first-hand the fear a massive commercial truck can cause. These huge vehicles are essential to the American industry, so ensuring they are safe is a top priority...
Why do I need an attorney after an accident?
We have all seen commercials where a lawyer is asking if you have been in an accident. Personal injury attorneys seem to be persistent in getting new clients who have suffered an injury, but are their services worth it? After all, the insurance companies seem to do a...
How motorcyclists can do their part to stay safe on the road
Riding a motorcycle is an exhilarating pastime for riders. But whether you are new to the hobby or have been riding for decades, you must do everything in your power to keep yourself and other vehicles on the road safe. Unfortunately, motorcyclists are about 28 times...