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Personal Injury Lawyer Blog in Springfield and Decatur, Illinois


Personal Injury Lawyer's Advice: 4 Tips for Safely Sharing the Road with Trucks
When you are driving and come close to a large vehicle like a semi, you might feel scared or anxious. You understandably want to stay...
Jan 18, 20212 min read


Do Women Have a Higher Likelihood of Filing Medical Malpractice Claims? Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer
Doctor visits are, at minimum, an annual experience for most adults. However, regardless of a proactive approach to health, statistics...
Jan 5, 20212 min read


The Role of Truck Driver Fatigue in Elevating Accident Risks: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer
Passenger car drivers in Illinois share the road with large commercial trucks every day. Given their sheer size and weight, it’s easy to...
Dec 30, 20202 min read


Slips, Trips, and Falls: A Leading Cause of Missed Work Explained by a Personal Injury Lawyer
People in Illinois who work in a job where they are always moving may be at risk for a slip, trip, or fall. These types of accidents...
Dec 27, 20202 min read


Discover the Prevalence of Workplace Injuries: Insights From a Personal Injury Lawyer
Most employees don’t feel an overwhelming sense of fear as they get up and prepare for the workday. While certain jobs have inherent...
Dec 24, 20202 min read


Illinois' Work Zones Experience Between 4,500 and 5,500 Crashes Every Year: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer
Road work is a necessary evil across Illinois’ roadways, and it becomes increasingly common as communities expand and the number of...
Dec 10, 20202 min read


Understanding Truck Accidents: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer
The motorists on U.S. Interstate 72 bring a constant flow of traffic through Springfield and Decatur, Illinois. Along with the usual...
Dec 7, 20202 min read


Unraveling the Hazards of Winter Driving: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer
Lowered temperatures and falling snow can interfere with the ability to safely control a motor vehicle. However, many factors can...
Dec 4, 20202 min read


My COVID-19 Fight
Friends, I am sending you this blog during my 5th day of hospitalization for COVID-19, related pneumonia and other symptoms. Thank you...
Dec 2, 20202 min read


Navigating the "Tea For Your Boss" Incident: Understanding the Going and Coming Rule with a Personal Injury Lawyer
Your boss asked you to pick up an iced tea for her when you returned to the office following your lunch break. You got the tea, but it...
Nov 17, 20202 min read


Managing Insurance Companies After an Accident: Guidance from a Personal Injury Lawyer
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 14, 20202 min read
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