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Motor Vehicles Accidents - June 7, 2023
Autonomous vehicles, also known as self-driving cars, are becoming more common on our roads. This new technology presents unique challenges as it disrupts traditional norms, especially regarding legal questions concerning liability and fault in case of accidents. While most legal systems are accustomed to attributing fault to a human driver in the event of an…
Motor Vehicles Accidents - June 6, 2023
Rideshare apps like Lyft and Uber have made life easier for many Chicagoans. These platforms open up jobs in the gig economy and make for convenient commuting and transportation. But ridesharing does not eliminate all of the problems associated with traffic—accidents still happen. If you are a passenger involved in a rideshare crash, you may…
Motor Vehicles Accidents - June 3, 2023
Car accidents can be dangerous, frightening, inconvenient, and expensive. The expenses often linger, even if your property is not badly damaged and you are not badly hurt. This is because you might face rising insurance premiums after an accident, as unfair as that may seem. You may ask yourself, “How long does an accident stay…
Motor Vehicles Accidents - May 17, 2023
You’ve just been hit by a car and get out to exchange information with the other driver, but when you ask to take a picture of their insurance card, they suddenly look very uncomfortable. They don’t have insurance! A skilled Chicago car accident attorney can help you get the coverage and compensation you need –…
Motor Vehicles Accidents - May 13, 2023
You’re involved in a sudden car collision – and as soon as it happens, you realize you forgot to pay your car insurance. If you’ve been in an accident and don’t have insurance, it’s easy to panic, but the worst thing you can do is leave the scene. That is a misdemeanor in Chicago if…
Motor Vehicles Accidents - April 12, 2023
What’s worse than being injured in a car crash that wasn’t your fault? Being blamed for it. If you weren’t wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash, the at-fault party may try to shift the blame onto you. The good news is, failing to use a seatbelt cannot be used as evidence…
Motor Vehicles Accidents - March 6, 2023
Worried that you won’t receive compensation for a crash that was partially your fault? Don’t be. Illinois law states that you could be eligible to receive compensation so long as you were 50% or less at fault. However, the amount of compensation you receive may be reduced based on the percentage of fault attributed to…
Motor Vehicles Accidents - March 2, 2023
If you or somebody you care about sustains an injury in a vehicle accident caused by another driver in Illinois, you should be able to recover compensation for your injuries and property damage expenses. Protecting your right to compensation involves collecting information and evidence to support your claims. One of the most valuable pieces of…
Motor Vehicles Accidents - February 3, 2023
It’s relatively easy to establish blame or “fault” in a two-car collision. In a multi-vehicle or “chain reaction” crash, however, blame can be more difficult to determine. If you were injured in a chain reaction accident, you need the help of a skilled attorney with Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates. We’ll investigate the incident and collect…
Motor Vehicles Accidents - February 1, 2023
Car accident injuries don’t discriminate between those who do and those who don’t have health insurance. You could suffer an injury in a crash and be on the hook to pay for it even if you don’t have health insurance. The good news is, you still have options to obtain the medical attention you need…
