Car accidents impact the lives of Illinois residents on a daily basis. The state’s Department of Transportation regularly collects data on these collisions, injuries and fatalities, and here is some of the data from 2021. Main causes of fatal car accidents Driving...
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Car accidents are a leading killer of young children
Car accidents are one of the leading causes of death for children in Illinois and around the country, and research conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests that many of these young deaths would be prevented if more parents and guardians...
Men: More likely to die in distracted driving accidents
Car accidents claim the lives of many, and distracted driving in Illinois and around the country caused 3,000 fatalities in 2020. One statistic stands out; according to the NHTSA, men are 75% more likely to be driving and have an accident. Some are on their cell...
What you should know about burns caused by car accidents
Exposure to heat, chemicals and electrical components during an Illinois car accident can easily result in serious burns. Burn injuries can create lasting financial, physical and emotional problems for car accident victims. Some victims may have the grounds to seek...
Common injuries to the face in an accident
While any area of your body can be injured if you're involved in a car accident in Illinois, facial injuries are among the most common. Glass and other debris can cause injuries to the face as well as the impact of the face on the dashboard or other surfaces in the...
The NHTSA reveals an increase in car accident deaths for 2022
Residents of Chicago, Illinois want to stay safe while driving on the roads. However, data has shown that 2022 has been a bad year for car accident deaths as they have increased. Data from the NHTSA revealed According to the National Highway Traffic Safety...
What counts as distracted driving?
Distracted driving is a pervasive problem in Illinois, as it is in all other states. Your focus should only be on operating your vehicle when you're driving. Humans aren't good with multitasking, and driving already involves keeping track of multiple factors. When you...
How can you know it’s safe for your elderly parent to drive?
As your parent grows older, it’s natural to start worrying about their safety. You might wonder if they’re still safe to drive in Chicago. Certain warning signs can signal that it is time for an elderly parent to stop driving. What makes driving risky for your elderly...
How much could you expect from a car accident claim?
Many Illinois residents might find themselves involved in a car accident caused by another party at some point. If you are one of them, you will probably wonder how much your claim may be worth. What is the average car accident claim worth? On average, a personal...
Driving mistakes to avoid
Car accident fatalities are increasing in Illinois and across the country. According to the latest data from the Department of Transportation, 38,824 Americans were killed on U.S. roads in 2020, which is the highest number since 2007. Three dangerous driving behaviors...