You were injured as a pedestrian in Illinois, and you're aware that the other side may question whether you were following the traffic laws. This will naturally affect your chances of seeking compensation from the driver who hit you. For example, someone who was...
Personal Injury
Pedestrian deaths reached possible 30-year high in 2019
The Governors Highway Safety Administration released a preliminary report on traffic deaths in 2019 and found out something startling that pedestrians in Illinois should be aware of. The organization estimates that 6,590 pedestrians died in the U.S. in 2019,...
Most common injuries among motorcyclists
More motorcyclists in Illinois and across the U.S. come out to ride during summer, and with that comes the increased risk for accidents and injuries. The following are some of the common injuries that motorcyclists could suffer. Road rash and muscle damage Most...
Fatal pedestrian accident in Humboldt Park
Chicago streets are congested and dangerous, but this danger does not just affect drivers. Pedestrians are equally at risk. Take a recent accident where a pedestrian was killed by a semi-truck. The accident occurred on the 3400 block of North Avenue. Before 8:00 p.m.,...
Hit-and-run bicycle accident kills 13-year-old; driver arrested
During the summer, there are many kids and teens on the streets in Chicago. They are taking part in various activities including bicycling. Drivers must be aware of them when they are sharing the road. However, bicycle accidents happen and they frequently cause...
