Being involved in a car accident is extremely scary – and the long-term ramifications can be very, very costly. Neck, back, spinal, and brain injuries are common after a serious collision. Some of these injuries can require months – or years – of physical therapy (PT). As most Americans know, medical costs (in any capacity) […]
Facing the personal injury claim process is intimidating. Many people in this situation are dealing with a life-altering injury, have looming medical expenses, and are feeling extremely vulnerable. Knowing when to hire a personal injury lawyer or if you have grounds to file a personal injury lawsuit might not be crystal clear. Accidents are scary, […]
Truck accident injuries due to brake failure are more prevalent than many assume. Today’s commercial trucks weigh tens of thousands of pounds. To give you an idea, an 18-wheeler with no cargo weighs around 35,000 lbs. Fully loaded, the vehicle can weigh up to 80,000 lbs. With all this weight, the importance of properly-functioning brakes […]
Tow trucks are usually a welcome sight. If your vehicle has ever broken down, you know that seeing a tow truck means help has arrived and you’re no longer stranded. However, towing vehicles can also be extremely dangerous. Tow trucks are heavy by themselves – pulling another vehicle significantly adds to this weight and makes […]
The holiday season and trips to busy stores go hand in hand. In the Midwest, the floors of these stores tend to be wet and slippery due to customers tracking in snow from outside. Slippery floors increase the risk of slip and fall accidents, but you shouldn’t be stuck with the expensive consequences of a […]
Winter is one of the most beautiful times of the year in Chicago. The “Windy City” embraces the season by offering a plethora of activities to enjoy. Chicago’s neighborhoods are known for its fascinating architecture, entertainment, endless staple food options, and much, much more. While this post will only scratch the surface of fun things […]
Trucking accidents – in any capacity – are extremely dangerous. Drivers are specially trained and vetted to take proper precautions on the road to keep themselves and other drivers safe. However, the nature of commercial trucking requires long hours and tight deadlines. This frequently leads to truck driver fatigue – and crashes. According to truck […]
Chicago is the third most populous city in the United States. More people equals more drivers – and more drivers equals more accidents. Vehicle collisions can happen for a million different reasons, from driver error and recklessness to weather conditions and infrastructure lapses. The vast majority of vehicle collisions are attributed to human error – […]
Semi-trucks are specially designed for safety on city roads, backroads, and highways – but no vehicle is completely immune to rollovers. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) estimates that roughly 18,000 truck rollover accidents happen every year – which makes up about 4 percent of all trucking accidents. Semis can weigh anywhere from 35,000 […]
Car accidents are extremely traumatic for everyone involved. They can be even worse if the accident was caused by a drunk driver. The restrictions on drinking and driving are embedded in us from a young age – in school, driver’s education, billboards, commercials, and so on. However, drunk driving is still extremely common across the […]
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