Motor Vehicle Accidents

If a large commercial truck hits your car on an Illinois road, you will likely suffer serious injuries and vehicle damage. The trucking company may claim that you bear responsibility for the collision. This is why you should know about truck dashcams. A dashcam is a...

It is essential to understand the different risks that you face as a pedestrian. In addition, if you worry about the safety of a child or family member, it is important to go over these issues with them. Every year, far too many pedestrians become seriously hurt in...

Driving a long-haul truck through Illinois will introduce you to a lot of unique situations. You might encounter inclement weather, road debris, traffic and navigation challenges if unfamiliar with the area. Reducing your risks of crashing can help you focus better on...

Thankfully, there has not been a major commercial airplane crash in a few years. When these aircraft go down, though, investigators quickly and diligently search for their event data records. Commonly called black boxes, these recorders have vital information about...

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) keeps close tabs on driving behavior that could lead to potential truck-related crashes. One issue is distracted driving, and the FMCSA put regulations in place that limit distractions in an effort to make...

Many view the largest danger of drowsiness as yawns or heavy eyes. For motorists, however, drowsiness poses a substantial danger. Due to its potential for causing serious or fatal crashes, drivers should understand the impact of drowsiness on operating a motor...

Mental health issues affect a large percentage of the American workforce, but few occupations lend themselves to stress and other issues more than trucking. FleetOwner notes that one major mental health issue, known as burnout, can affect a large percentage of those...

Head injury in any form can cause unpleasant side effects for the victim. Depending on the area of the brain that ends up harmed, it can cause different experiences for people, too. What happens when the frontal lobe gets injured? What impacts do victims experience?...

A crash of any kind can lead to any number of outcomes. However, one involving a semi-truck often leads to severe consequences. Across Illinois and the country, truckers traverse roadways to transport goods. While they operate within specific parameters to protect...

After a traumatic event like a car crash, your first reaction might be to share your experience on social media. You might feel the need to vent about your ordeal, receive emotional support or simply reassure your friends that you are all right. Oversharing on social...