When someone is killed in an auto accident due to someone else's negligence, who is their voice? That might be the question one asks when hearing about a fatal crash caused by a drunk driver.Despite the fact that the laws have become more stringent over the past...
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You can personally do things to prevent a car-pedestrian crash
As a pedestrian, you hope that all drivers in close proximity are paying attention to the road. If they're not, the chance of an accident is much greater.However, there's something else you need to know: There are steps you can personally take to prevent a...
An alleged drunk driver kills a Morton firefighter
A firefighter with the Morton Fire Department was killed by a suspected drunk driver on Thursday, Jan. 11. Dispatchers first started receiving reports of a two-car collision near the intersection of Timber Creek Trail and Mossy Trail right around 11:53 p.m.When...
How much do you know about Illinois workers’ compensation?
Workers' compensation insurance laws are governed by each state. In Illinois, all employers who have employees are required to carry workers' compensation insurance. If you are injured while on the job, this insurance coverage should take the place of any other health...
Driver negligence and pedestrian accidents
As a driver, you always need to be aware of your surroundings. As a pedestrian, the same holds true. If you take your eyes off the task at hand for any reason, it increases the risk of an accident.Driver negligence often leads to a pedestrian accident. There is more...
Prescription drugs to blame for truck accidents
Truck drivers are some of the most experienced and skilled drivers in the United States. However, unfortunately truck accidents still happen, and they can be some of the most devastating incidents, claiming more lives due to the sheer force of the vehicle.Truck...
Getting compensated from an accident with an uninsured motorist
What happens if you are injured in an accident that was caused by a negligent driver who is uninsured? This may sound like a worst-case scenario, but despite the fact that it is illegal to drive a vehicle without auto insurance, Illinois has many uninsured drivers...