Traffic fatalities resulting from motorists running red lights are on the rise across Illinois and the nation, with the number of road deaths stemming from these circumstances reaching their highest number in a decade. The increasing number of people losing their...
The Voice For The Injured
Month: March 2020
Motorists driving hazardous cars may be held responsible
Illinois law requires drivers to keep their vehicles road-worthy and in good working condition. As the Secretary of State’s office puts it, “It is illegal to drive a vehicle that may be a hazard to any person or property.” When drivers fail to live up to their duty to...
The devastating impact of truck negligence and accidents in Illinois
Illinois is home to many interstates and highways, so traffic is no stranger to residents here. But a typical, boring commute can very quickly turn into a traumatic incident, especially if you find yourself in an accident with semi-truck. Because of their imposing...
Chicago pedestrians need drivers to be held accountable
After a long winter, Chicagoans know how to appreciate spring. Commuters walking between the L and offices in the Loop, strollers on The 606 and festivalgoers crowding into Millennium Park – they know. It is the perfect season to get out and experience one of the...
Chicago adds to Divvy bike-sharing network
New York is sending its once dangerous Citi Bikes to Chicago. While Chicago is known for their Lyft owned Divvy bike-share program, they have added a new member to their fleet. Hundreds of previously electric Citi Bikes, once widespread in New York City, were stripped...
Could technology reduce drowsy driving among truckers?
It’s hard to say how many commercial truck crashes are due to driver fatigue, but it’s a lot. One trucking company estimated it at around 70% of all crashes. The crash reports aren’t always clear about the problem, because drivers don’t always admit that fatigue...