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…

Car Accident Investigation Procedure: What You Need To Know

Vehicle accidents occur regularly throughout Illinois, and the number one priority after these incidents occur is determining liability so victims can recover compensation. However, these cases can become incredibly complicated. Often, a vehicle accident case requires extensive investigation by law enforcement officials, insurance carriers, and attorneys involved in the case. Here, we want to discuss…

When to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer

The last thing anybody expects when they go about their regular daily activities is that they will sustain an injury. Unfortunately, there are times when the careless or negligent actions of others cause harm, and this is out of our control. If you or somebody you care about has been injured as a result of…

7 Most Common Types of Personal Injury Cases

Nobody expects that they will sustain an injury when they go about their daily activities. Unfortunately, there are times when the careless or negligent actions of individuals, businesses, or entities in Illinois cause significant injuries to others. There are countless ways in which personal injury cases arise in this state. However, we have found that…

Truck Driver Fatigue and how it can Affect Your Case

Operating a vehicle while fatigued is never a good idea. This is true for any driver on the roadway. However, operating while drowsy is a significant problem for drivers of large commercial trucks. When truck drivers are tired behind the wheel, the potential for devastation should an accident occur is tremendous. Here, we want to…

Spoliation Letters For A Truck Accident

Accidents involving large commercial trucks are often devastating for those involved, and it is crucial that a thorough investigation be conducted after these incidents. There is usually a significant amount of evidence that needs to be obtained when working to determine liability for a commercial truck crash. However, it is not uncommon for evidence in…