If you are the parent of a teenager with a driver's license, you probably spend a lot of time worrying about his or her safety. If you take time to consider the statistics revolving around teenaged drivers, your worry likely increases. Here are a few fast facts about...
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Month: March 2017
What are an employer’s duties regarding workers’ compensation?
If you have suffered an injury in your Illinois workplace, you know that worker's compensation helps keep you financially stable during your recovery. However, since your question centers on an employer's duties, it is clear that you still have a lot to learn. By law,...
Take these steps if you’ve been hit by a car
As a pedestrian, you should always keep a close eye on the vehicles that are traveling in close proximity. By doing so, you can do your part in avoiding an accident. Unfortunately, there are times when there is no way to avoid trouble. Along with this, auto-pedestrian...
Fiery commercial vehicle accident injures 2, causes road closure
Last week in Barrington, Illinois, a tractor-trailer rear-ended a pickup truck. Both the driver of the pick-up and a passenger received non life-threatening injuries. However, they were transported to Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital in Lake Barrington for treatment.To...
What does uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage mean?
Unless you are an insurance expert or a lawyer, uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage is nothing short of confusing. Many residents of Peoria think these insurance terms apply to themselves. For example, say a man was hit by a truck and hears an insurance...
There are many reasons for auto-pedestrian accidents
As a pedestrian, you understand the importance of avoiding trouble as you walk down the sidewalk and/or cross the street.Unfortunately, there are times when a driver doesn't think twice about pedestrians. As a result, this person is in position to cause a serious...
Doctors provide new advice to treating lower back pain
After a decade or more at a blue collar job, back pain can creep up on even the most careful workers. Injuries to the back and spine can be more debilitating than other "wear and tear" maladies, but because the pain can be gradual, a workers' compensation claim can be...
Advanced safety features to reduce car and truck accidents
One of the best things about living in a modern world is technology. Not only does it assist with the daily lives of all Americans, it can keep people safe. Commercial trucks, in particular, create many hazards on Illinois roadways, but if the right safety technology...