Illinois truck accident cases are certainly not resolved overnight. Instead, you should prepare yourself for what could be a lengthy process. You have very little control over how long the settlement or lawsuit process will take, as that is partly in the hands of a...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
How might a car drive safely near an 18-wheeler?
Vehicle collisions involving 18-wheel tractor-trailers could leave smaller cars completely crushed. Assuming truck drivers are always at fault for tractor-trailer accidents in Illinois would be both inaccurate and unfair. Another driver could commit a moving violation...
Are truck accidents increasing?
The trucking industry provides enormous support to the country's economy. The commercial trucks traveling in Illinois carry cargo that supports many industries, and the overwhelming number of vehicles arrive at their destination safely. However, numerous trucks become...
How do bicyclists avoid injury risks?
Bicyclists might find their preferred method of transportation gets them where they want to go efficiently. Some appreciate the avoidance of fuel costs, while others embrace the exercise benefits. No one wants to get hurt when riding a bike in Illinois, but accidents...
Should semi-trucks come with underride guards?
Illinois drivers might dread a collision with a tractor-trailer more than anything else. A smaller vehicle could end up crushed beneath a massive truck, and such a disaster may occur even when both drivers operate their vehicles safely. Side underride guards might add...
Who is liable when blind spots lead to truck accidents?
When driving, everyone will benefit from being aware of potential blind spot risks. Truck drivers in particular shouldn't ignore the dangers of blind zones since an oversized vehicle could cause massive damage to a smaller car. Truck drivers aren't always at fault for...
Driver fatigue can be dangerous
According to one study, 13% of all trucking accidents are caused by driver fatigue. When a person is tired, it may be harder to process information in a timely manner, which could increase the risk of getting into an accident while traveling on an Illinois highway....
Amtrak Derailment In Philadelphia
Philadelphia, May 13, 2015. According to multiple news services, federal investigators from the NTSB responded to determine why an Amtrak train derailed outside Philadelphia that killed at least six people and injured up to 100 others. Many passengers remain...
Des Plaines Couple Gets $5 million in Crash
By Amy McLaughlin Daily Herald Staff Writer . A Cook County jury awarded John and Debra Krall of Des Plaines $5 million on Wednesday, but John Krall said the money won't take away the "six years of pure hell" caused when a Des Plaines police car crashed into his...
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