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There are a lot of factors that can contribute to the seriousness of a car accident. Speed, seatbelt usage, and place of impact can all dictate the severity of injuries suffered in a wreck. But there’s also another issue that could come into play that many people are...
In rural Illinois, it is not uncommon for motorists to encounter farm equipment traveling on or near roadways. While sharing the road with these massive machines is not rare, it is a situation that comes with risks and safety concerns. In both urban and rural areas,...
The realities you have to face after a serious car accident can feel completely overwhelming, but there’s a glimmer of hope when you pursue a personal injury lawsuit against the driver responsible for your accident. If you’re successful on your claim, then you not...
Illinois motorists share the road with large trucks throughout the year. Unfortunately, the reliance on these vehicles by numerous industries could result in truckers working long hours and traveling over the speed limit to meet the growing demand for fast shipment....
According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, or GHSA, pedestrian fatalities have been an epidemic on the nation’s roads over the past couple of decades. Even with many safety improvements, the overall trend in the number of pedestrian deaths has been...
In rural areas of Illinois where farming is an integral part of the community, a common concern is safety. Sharing the road with large vehicles used for farming can be challenging. Often, drivers of passenger vehicles, midsize trucks and buses are unfamiliar with the...
An accident on a major Illinois highway in another part of the state left two people dead. This head-on collision happened in the early morning hours of Christmas Day. Authorities reported that the drivers of the two vehicles involved both died. Authorities said that...
The holiday season has been in full swing for a while now. As a result, you’ve probably come into close contact with multiple delivery trucks from companies like UPS, FedEX and Amazon. While these drivers are supposed to be adequately trained to ensure safe driving...
Farming is crucial for our food supply, but it carries risks. Pesticides protect crops, yet they can harm people and the environment. Farm workers and nearby residents face health hazards from these chemicals. Understanding the legal landscape around pesticide use is...
In some ways, legal claims involving large trucks work much like negligence cases involving other motor vehicles. Under Illinois law, if a truck driver negligently causes an accident that injures or kills another motorist or a pedestrian, then the victims are entitled...