Why Distracted Drivers Can Be So Dangerous
Anything that can take your focus off of the road can be classified as a distraction. If you drive while using a cellphone, while under...
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- Jul 28, 2021
- 1 min
How Blanket Medical Authorization May Affect Your Claim
Even though traffic fatalities are comparatively rare, motor vehicle accidents often leave drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and others...
- May 24, 2021
- 2 min
Is There a Solution Available for Work Zone Car Accidents?
Construction workers face many risks when their worksite is close to moving traffic. Drivers also face hazards from other vehicles and...
- Apr 28, 2021
- 2 min
Tips for Driving Through Construction Sites Safely
If you frequently drive through or near construction zones in Illinois, you know that navigating your way through an active construction...
- Apr 20, 2021
- 1 min
After a Car Crash, a Doctor May Find You Have Underlying Injuries
Just because you can walk away from a minor vehicle crash does not mean you sustained no injuries. Injury symptoms are not always...
- Apr 5, 2021
- 2 min
The Dangers Associated With Driving to Work
Commuting to work may feel like little more than a part of your daily routine. However, there are many potential dangers that might be...
- Mar 22, 2021
- 2 min
Can You Identify a Trucker's Blind Spots?
If you frequently drive in or around Springfield, you undoubtedly see dozens of commercial vehicles. After all, I-72 and I-55 offer...
- Feb 19, 2021
- 2 min
Options for Getting Medical Bills Paid After an Accident
The possibility of an auto accident is an unfortunate reality for Illinois residents each time they travel in a car. It’s important to...
- Dec 10, 2020
- 2 min
Illinois' Work Zones See Between 4,500 and 5,500 Crashes Annually
Road work is a necessary evil across Illinois’ roadways, and it becomes increasingly common as communities expand and the number of...
- Dec 4, 2020
- 1 min
Why is Winter Driving So Dangerous
Lowered temperatures and falling snow can interfere with the ability to safely control a motor vehicle. However, many factors can...
- Nov 14, 2020
- 2 min
How to Deal With Insurance Companies After an Accident
If you’ve been in a car accident in Illinois, dealing with an insurance company is usually the last thing you want to do. When the other...
- Nov 9, 2020
- 1 min
Accidents Involving Uninsured Drivers Can Be Problematic
No one wants to be involved in an automobile accident. It can leave victims in serious injury situations, not to mention loss of their...
- Nov 4, 2020
- 2 min
Who is Responsible if I'm Hurt in a Rear-End Crash?
You were just wrapping up running errands on a Saturday afternoon. After finishing grocery shopping, you are on the way home when you...
- Sep 9, 2020
- 2 min
Don't Fall Behind: Study Up On Safe Driving Practices
Driving is something people do nearly every day. And after years of doing the same thing, people can fall into a sense of comfort and...
- Jul 30, 2020
- 2 min
The Biggest Threats to Your Safety on the Road
Car accidents in Illinois happen for many reasons, and often, they are completely preventable with cautious and attentive driving. Human...
- Jul 28, 2020
- 2 min
What Damages Can You Get From a Personal Injury Claim?
A car accident can change your life and leave you facing difficult financial, mental and physical circumstances. It is expensive to get...
- Jul 13, 2020
- 2 min
The Dangers of Driving on Rural Roads
Summer is now in full swing, and you may be itching to leave town for a weekend away. To reach your destination, you may be driving on...
- May 5, 2020
- 2 min
How to Stay Safe When Driving Around Trucks
A serious motor vehicle accident can have life-long consequences. No matter how cautious you are on the road, you can’t always expect...
- Apr 22, 2020
- 2 min
What Protections do You Have After a Crash With an Uninsured Driver?
When you carry car insurance, you aren’t just protecting yourself; you are also protecting everyone else that you share the road. Other...
- Feb 28, 2020
- 1 min
What Happens When You're Hit by an Uninsured Driver?
You’re on your way to work and out of nowhere, another car hits you. When you pull over and talk to the driver, you exchange information,...
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