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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Many Chicago, Illinois residents prefer walking to driving. It’s good exercise and saves money on gas. However, pedestrians are often at risk of accidents. Recently, pedestrian deaths have hit the highest level in 30 years. Rate of pedestrian deaths According to data...
Illinois residents know the health and environmental benefits of walking. As a pedestrian, it's smart to brush up on a few safety tips. Here are several smart ways that any pedestrian can keep themselves safe. Make yourself visible One of the best ways to stay safe as...
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...
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...
