Auto accidents are often confusing to navigate. Every situation is different, and it can be difficult just speaking with insurance companies.  Who can you hold accountable? How do you know if you have a case? What if you can’t recover enough compensation to pay your medical bills and future treatment?  As car accident lawyers, we…

When you get in a car accident, what’s the first thing on your mind? You have to call the insurance company and file an auto accident claim, even if it wasn’t your fault.  Do you think that the insurance adjuster will be helpful and resolve your claim for what it’s worth? Unfortunately, they aren’t in…

I’m going to jump to the chase: In this article, you’ll learn what to expect during a car accident case in Illinois, from investigation through recovery. But first, let’s talk about what you must prove in order for an auto accident lawsuit to be successful.  What You Must Prove in Your Illinois Car Crash Case: …

You or someone you love was recently injured in a truck accident. What should you do next?  Truck accidents are vastly different from car accidents. Getting hit by a semi-truck, dump truck, or another large commercial vehicle often causes serious and sometimes permanent injuries. In addition, the defendants in your case (trucking companies and their…

Today, the United States insurance industry is a trillion-dollar a-year business.  That was seven percent of the entire United States GDP (everything we produce) in 2012. It is the largest industry in the world in terms of revenue.  Think about it.  We all buy insurance for our lives, homes, automobiles, health . . . you…

Most highways in Illinois seem to be under construction, no matter what time of year it is. Drivers passing through these construction zones must follow certain rules, and the construction crew must do the same. When highway construction accidents happen, they’re often devastating.   Construction jobs are one of the most dangerous jobs in the country.…

  May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Millions of Americans enjoy riding their motorcycles on our roads and highways. It’s another way to get around and explore our diverse nation. But most of the time, motorcyclists aren’t sharing the road with fellow bikers—they’re sharing it with passenger cars, pick-up trucks, and large commercial vehicles. When…

According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, 319,146 Illinoisans were involved in car accidents in 2018. That is approximately 874 accidents per day. If you are one of the unfortunate many that become part of the statistic, the following reminders are important to keep in mind. At the scene of a car accident, you may…

Before the accident, you didn’t wake up and think to yourself, “I’m going to get into a car crash today.” And like most people, you may not have been budgeting for the expenses that come with it. Accidents can be expensive when you factor in car repairs, medical bills, and lost time at work. How…

When the roads are caked in ice and snow, it’s always best to stay home. But what if you have to go out and trek through the storm? Unfortunately, winter weather conditions often cause dangerous roads and highways. According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Association (NHTSA), there were 440 fatal crashes and an…