How to Prove Fault for a Wrongful Death Claim

Anytime a person loses their life due to the careless or negligent actions of another individual, business, or entity in Illinois, the family members and estate of the deceased should be able to recover compensation. However, these cases can become challenging, particularly when it comes to proving liability. Here, we want to discuss how to…

What Are 3 Safety Precautions Motorcyclists Can Take to Avoid Fatal Accidents?

Motorcyclists are exposed to significant dangers when they are operating on the roadway around other vehicles. The reality is that a motorcyclist does not have much protection for the force of a vehicle and the subsequent impacts. Safety is of the utmost importance for all motorcyclists in Illinois. Here, we want to list the top…

Motorcycle Accident Settlement Negotiation Factors

Motorcycle accidents often result in severe injuries for those involved. Injured motorcyclists, unfortunately, can struggle to recover the compensation that they are entitled to. All too often, we find that insurance carriers and other parties involved have various unwarranted biases against the motorcyclist. Here, we want to discuss some of the factors that can affect…

What to do After a Motorcycle Accident

If you or somebody you care about has been involved in a motorcycle accident, it is crucial that you take certain steps to help ensure your well-being and secure any compensation you may be entitled to. We know that the aftermath of any type of vehicle accident can be confusing and stressful. However, we want to…

Questions to Ask a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

If you or somebody you love has been injured in a pedestrian accident in the state of Illinois, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses. If the accident was caused by the careless or negligent actions of another driver, you should seek assistance from a skilled attorney who can help you recover the…

What Percent of Bicycle Accidents Involve an Automobile?

Bicycle accidents are not uncommon on the roadways of Illinois and throughout the United States. Unfortunately, many of these accidents involve collisions with heavier motor vehicles. The human body is not meant to withstand the impact of a collision with a vehicle, at least not without sustaining some sort of injury. But how many bicycle…

What are the Most Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents?

When a vehicle versus bicycle collision occurs, we have to understand the mechanisms of what is going on. A vehicle weighs thousands of pounds, and a bicyclist is considered a vulnerable route way user. Bicycle accidents typically result in devastating injuries for the bicyclists involved. It is crucial to examine some of the most common…

Information to Exchange in a Car Accident

The last thing anybody expects is that they will be involved in a car accident when they get behind the wheel of their vehicle. However, vehicle accidents are not uncommon throughout Illinois. The good news is that most vehicle accident claims are resolved in a fairly seamless way, but that is not always the case….

Proving Car Accident Lost Wages When You’re Self-Employed

Vehicle accidents can result in devastating losses for victims. In most situations, crash victims are able to recover various types of compensation from the at-fault party and the at-fault party’s insurance carrier. This compensation can include coverage of medical expenses, pain and suffering damages, and lost wages. The recovery of lost wages is important, particularly…

Negligent Entrustment of a Motor Vehicle: What You Should Know

Anytime a person is injured due to the careless or negligent actions of another driver, the injured party will typically be able to file a claim against the at-fault party. However, there are also times when the injured party may be able to file a claim against the owner of the vehicle if the owner…