What you need to know about spring break car accidents

Spring break puts more cars on the road, frequently with inebriated partygoers behind the wheel. When these drivers cause you injury and property damage, you need guidance in understanding your legal right to seek compensation. Connect with a Chicago car accident lawyer from Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates If you are involved in a spring break…

Everything you need to know about car door injuries

Getting your finger caught when a car door shuts can be severely damaging and extremely painful. If you have experienced a car door finger injury due to no fault, consider consulting a Chicago car accident lawyer to discuss your legal options. The team at Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates has a strong background in helping clients…

What to do if the at-fault driver lied to insurance

If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Chicago, you may be physically and financially overwhelmed. The process can be complicated, from dealing with injuries to navigating insurance claims, especially if the at-fault driver has been dishonest with the insurance company. If you suspect the at-fault driver lied to the insurance company, you need…

Most common types of car accidents in Chicago

By understanding the common types of car accidents in Chicago, people can be more aware of what can happen and practice safer driving practices. A Chicago car accident lawyer with Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates helps accident victims seek compensation after they are injured in a motor vehicle crash. While these situations may be familiar, they…

2023’s most dangerous cars

Let’s hope your vehicle isn’t on this Top 10 list Unfortunately, car accidents are common on Chicago streets, but reckless drivers don’t always cause them. Sometimes, the car itself malfunctions. Although newer cars are designed with advanced safety features to reduce the chances of a collision, thousands of Chicagoans are still seriously injured in car…

Using dash cam evidence in road rage cases: What’s allowed and what’s not

Dash cams give drivers more confidence that if another driver strikes them, they’ll have video evidence proving they didn’t cause the accident. It can also help you feel safer if someone’s road rage and reckless driving causes an accident. If you were in an accident involving road rage, you may feel too intimidated to demand…

What are the safest and the most dangerous forms of transportation in Chicago?

Staying safe in a large city like Chicago means being aware of your surroundings and making informed choices. When you must commute to work, sightsee, or shop, you must know Chicago’s safest and most dangerous forms of transportation. Regardless of how you get around Chicago, you risk being hurt by someone negligent or malicious. When…

Why do so many fatal car crashes happen at night?

The answer is less obvious than you may think A car accident that ends in death leads families to search for answers as to why it happened. While there is a wide range of causes for crashes, those that occur at night have many of the same contributing factors. These elements make an accident more…

Can I sue a towing company for damaging my car?

Towing companies can save the day when your car breaks down on the side of the road. However, your sigh of relief may quickly become stress, worry, and anxiety as you see your car being damaged by the tow truck. This usually happens because the tow truck driver is inexperienced, careless, lacks the proper training,…

Road rage accidents in Chicago: Leave your temper at home

Chicago roadways are often congested with everyday commuters and visitors. More cars are on the streets, driven by people who may become angry and aggressive. However, getting worked up behind the wheel puts everyone in danger when those emotions translate into road rage accidents in Chicago. Leave your temper at home and protect yourself and…