An accident at a Chicago-area intersection left a bystander dead at the scene. Authorities who investigated the accident said that the woman who died was struck by a as she was trying to cross the street. At the time she was crossing the street, a passenger car...
Personal Injury
Illinois dog bite claims
Many people welcome a dog into their home and gladly take on the responsibility of walking, feeding and other general care of their pet. In Illinois, animal owners are also responsible if their dog bites a person. Animal owner is defined as anyone who owns, keeps or...
Understanding damages in an Illinois personal injury case
Perhaps no issue in civil litigation in Will County and elsewhere in Illinois is as misunderstood as the topic of damages. People are constantly hearing about multi-million dollar verdicts; they frequently assume that winning a lawsuit for damages is akin to winning...
South Side three-car pile-up injures several
Unfortunately, we live in an area of the country with traffic “issues.” No matter how safe we are on the road, we cannot always avoid other people’s negligence. That is just a fact of driving on our roads and highways. Unfortunately, this is what several locals are...
Personal injury protections for victims of negligent drivers
A variety of different types of bad driving can harm victims on the roadways. Victims of negligent drivers are protected by personal injury legal protections and should know how to spot when they have been harmed by a negligent driver and what the legal protections...
Why truck accidents happen on Illinois roads
Commercial vehicles are significantly larger than passenger vehicles, which means that they exert more force during a collision. Furthermore, commercial trucks tend to take more time to slow down, so they tend to collide with passenger vehicles at relatively high...
Going over statistics on pedestrian accidents
If you enjoy walking or jogging as a way to exercise or you need to walk to work because you do not have access to public transportation or a vehicle, focus on your safety. Moreover, if you were recently involved in a pedestrian accident, make sure you look into the...
When does speeding become deadly?
Most Will County area residents understand the importance of driving safely. But most drivers also engage in risky behavior, including speeding. Speeding is one of the most common causes of car accidents in the U.S. and results in nearly 10,000 fatal crashes each...
A brief overview of dog bite laws in Illinois
When someone in Will County is bitten by a dog, the effects can be devastating. Such injuries can lead to physical injuries, permanent disfigurement and emotional trauma. The following is a brief overview of dog bite laws in Illinois. When are dog owners liable for...
The dangers of overloading big trucks
Controlling a tractor-trailer becomes more challenging for truck drivers as their loads get heavier. This can pose a danger to you and others sharing the road with them. Despite safety concerns, a trucking company may use larger trucks with more cargo so that they can...