Drunk driving and speeding are common reasons for pedestrian deaths in cities such as Chicago, Illinois. Most cities in the United States saw a rise in pedestrian fatalities during 2020 due to bad driver behavior. That year had the largest-ever nationwide pedestrian...
Drivers navigating congested traffic in metropolitan areas in Illinois often struggle to find convenient parking spaces. The problem is especially pronounced by delivery vehicle drivers. Heavy traffic and limited or nonexistent parking can force motorists to stop in...
Commercial trucks pose some serious safety issues for other motorists on Illinois highways, and especially when they are at capacity weight or overloaded. Even properly secured loads can shift even if they are palletized, which in turn can put excessive weight and...
Wearing seatbelts is second nature for most drivers and passengers in Illinois, yet if you don't wear one and get into an accident, you could put yourself at greater risk for a serious liver injury. If you were not wearing your seatbelt during a traffic mishap, you...
Autumn weather could inspire many Illinois residents to spend more time traveling. Drawbacks come with driving when the fall season comes because weather and other conditions could create hazards. Knowing about the typical concerns associated with autumn driving might...
Car accidents happen on a daily basis in Chicago and all throughout Illinois. Sadly, many of those accidents are fatalities that can involve one or more vehicles. Knowing the main causes of fatal vehicle accidents might be able to keep you and your family safer. What...
Driving in Chicago can be tricky even for experienced motorists and especially for newcomers to the city. Traffic congestion or bad weather can make already dangerous intersections even trickier, especially with the constant flow of cars, buses, bicycles and...
One of the rapidly growing causatives of car accidents in Illinois is driving while distracted. Anything that can take your focus or concentration out of the road is as dangerous as driving when under the influence of drugs or alcohol. So, let us look at the common...
Unfortunately, it's not uncommon for pedestrians to get struck by motor vehicles in Illinois. The extent of their injuries can range from minor to life-threatening. Fortunately, there are some things that pedestrians can do to stay safe while they are walking around...
New driver-assist features in cars are often promoted as increasing safety, but people in Illinois may be surprised to find out that something different is happening. The numbers show that in some cases, new technology is actually making people more careless behind...
