Distracted driving is one of the biggest problems on the roads in Illinois and elsewhere. Sadly, too many underestimate the dangers of distractions behind the wheel, leading to car accidents resulting in injuries and death. Here are some tips on preventing distracted...
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Car Accidents
Determining who is at fault in a car accident
Being in a motor vehicle accident in Illinois can be a terrifying and life-changing event. Once all the dust settles, insurance companies strive to determine who is at fault according to state law. Consideration may be given to factors such as which party was most...
Is a drunk driver liable for damages after a car crash?
If you are struck by a drunk driver while traveling on an Illinois road or highway, you may be entitled to compensation. Of course, the exact amount that you're potentially entitled to depends on a number of factors including whether you did anything that may have...
SUVs pose dangers to pedestrians
SUVs provide some drivers with peace of mind since large vehicles may offer more protection in a collision than smaller ones. However, an SUV's massive size could pose risks to pedestrians in Illinois. SUVs, pickup trucks and minivans might inflict severe injuries on...
Pedestrian deaths continue to rise
Pedestrian deaths in Illinois and around the country reached a 40-year high in 2021, and figures for the first half of 2022 are even more grim. According to a report published by the Governors Highway Safety Association, these fatalities in the first six months of...
Legal marijuana and car crashes
Recreational consumption of marijuana is legal in Illinois and several other states. As with alcohol, those using marijuana must understand that ingesting THC would impair their driving ability. Yet, some may choose to violate DUI laws and take to the roads under the...
Nighttime driving risks
Since avoiding nighttime driving is only sometimes possible, it may be necessary to be additionally cautious during evening hours. Illinois drivers may deal with unique hazards when traveling at night, and even those with much experience behind the wheel don't always...
Some statistics on Illinois car accidents
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...
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...