Should you see a doctor after a motor vehicle accident in Illinois?
Motor vehicle accidents are scary even without any injuries. Sometimes, though, Illinois residents get into accidents that result in an injury to themselves or someone else in the car. After you’ve been injured in a car accident, you might be wondering whether or not...
The summer months are especially dangerous for teen drivers
Thousands of teens in Illinois and around the country are killed in car accidents every year, and a disproportionate number of them lose their lives in crashes that take place between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Teen traffic fatalities increase by about 14% during...
Why are tire bursts common in the summer?
You may be wondering why summer is known as the blowout season. Well, this is because, during this season, tire bursts are common. In Illinois, tire bursts are most frequent when the weather is hot. Unfortunately, tire bursts can lead to fatal car accidents. What...
Loose objects can become dangerous in car accidents
The vast majority of vehicle occupants in Illinois and around the country fasten their seat belts before every trip, but few of them pay much attention to the objects they carry with them. It is not unusual to see the rear seats of cars loaded with bags and packages...
Being aware of common summer road risks to avoid car accidents
Illinois drivers take to the road with great frequency. This is especially true in the summer when kids are out of school and outdoor activities are the primary focus. With the positives of summer, there are also road dangers that arise. Common road hazards to watch...
Some important driving tips to remember this summer
As the weather gets warmer and the days get sunnier, these are signs that it's summer in Illinois. And, no summer is complete without taking a few road trips. Before you start planning your upcoming trips, you'll want to ensure you're driving safely. With that in...
Being aware of the common causes of car accidents
Auto accidents can happen at any time in Illinois and cause catastrophic injuries and death. Even people who are cautious and fundamentally aware of their surroundings can be in a sudden crash and suffer the long-term implications that may accompany it, from medical...
How severe are bone fractures after a car accident?
Not all car accidents in Illinois are mere fender benders. Collisions could total a vehicle and leave drivers or passengers with severe injuries. The human body can only take so much stress on impact, and bones may suffer major fractures. A car might not need to...
Who causes rear-end collisions?
Vehicles may suffer all kinds of damage in a crash, and rear-end collisions rank among the most common accidents on the road in Illinois and around the country. While neck and back injuries may occur, other worse injuries could happen. Even when no one suffers any...
When could a motor vehicle accident happen?
The millions of commuters traveling throughout Illinois may be used to their daily route and think that accidents only happen when they're traveling on unfamiliar roads. However, accidents could happen at any time, even right after pulling out on the road. Accidents...
