Category Archives: Auto Accident
What to Do Immediately After a Hit and Run in Illinois
Hit and runs are traumatic, all-too-common, and can leave lasting devastation in their wake. Some hit and runs are an expensive inconvenience, resulting in minor property damage and nothing more. Others, unfortunately, result in death. The wide-spectrum of damage, and the shock of the situation alone, can often leave victims stunned and unsure of… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions About Hit and Runs in Illinois
In this article we will be going through some of the basics of some of the most frequently asked questions after an Illinois hit and run incident. A hit and run accident is not something that anyone anticipates ahead of time, but having the answers to some of these issues at the forefront of… Read More »
Why Can Holiday Car Accidents be so Deadly?
The Holidays are a time of year people look forward to, often for its “much-ness.” There is just MORE during the holidays. More activities and things to do stuffed into the day, more music playing as you go through your day. More lights, more food, more family interaction. It is part of the “much-ness”… Read More »
Assigning Fault in Multi-Car Pileups
Being in an auto accident can not only be frightening, but also disorienting. Some crashes come out of nowhere, leaving drivers feeling confused and anxious. How did this happen? How do I make sure I make the right decisions moving forward? What choices do I even HAVE, moving forward? Cold, icy and snowy conditions… Read More »
Do Hazardous Conditions Affect a Car Accident Case?
The world is no stranger to natural disasters lately. An 8.7/8.8 magnitude earthquake erupted in Russia this summer. The next 24 hours were filled with tsunami warning, flood warnings, grid-locked traffic from evacuees – there was even a volcano eruption. And those living in Illinois know – we do not need anything so dramatic… Read More »
Tragic Accident on I-57 Near Tuscola
Tragic Truck Accident on I-57 Near Tuscola A recent tragic accident on I-57 near Tuscola, Illinois, has left the community mourning the loss of four lives. This devastating crash involved an SUV and a semi-truck, underscoring the severe consequences of negligent driving and the critical need for legal intervention to support affected families. The… Read More »
What Happens If A Negligent Driver Does Not Have Auto Insurance?
Illinois law requires all drivers to carry a minimum amount of auto insurance. This includes liability coverage in the event the driver causes an accident that injured other people. The current minimum insurance requirements are no less than $25,000 for bodily injury or death to one person, $50,000 for bodily injury or death to… Read More »
The Role Of “Proximate Causation” In An Illinois Auto Accident
Successful personal injury claims require proof of proximate causation. In simple terms, the plaintiff must show how the defendant’s negligence caused their injury or loss. In many cases this is fairly simple. For example, if a driver runs a red light and slams into another car that is legally in the intersection, the proximate… Read More »