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...
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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...
Larger vehicles are more dangerous for pedestrians
Multiple studies found that pedestrian car crash deaths increased significantly between 2009 and 2019. Street design, vehicle design and other factors have been cited as reasons why those walking or biking on or near Illinois roads may be in more danger than they were...
Defensive driving tips anyone can use
Driving in an aggressive manner may increase your risk of being in a car accident. However, there are several steps that you can take to minimize your chances of being in a crash while traveling on an Illinois road or highway. Maintain an adequate following distance...
How safe are refuge islands in Chicago?
Illinois residents might find walking or bicycling the preferable way to travel short distances. Some wish to save money, and others seek health benefits. None want to suffer injuries, but being near cars and other vehicles presents dangers. In Chicago, planners...
Does autumn bring more accident risks?
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...
The 5 most common OSHA violations that can leave construction workplaces liable
Construction workers are some of the most underappreciated people in the United States. Our daily lives see us utilizing the products of construction workers’ labor: from our streets, to our offices, to our homes. With over 33,270 construction laborers in Illinois...
Skateboarding in Chicago keeps getting better and safer
Chicago never makes the lists of the world’s greatest skateboarding cities. Everyone says Barcelona, Berlin and Melbourne have us beat. Some say New York, but what if you want a decent hotdog? Whatever they say, there are excellent places to skate here and more seem...
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...