Most of our readers probably know that if they make an allegation that another party’s actions led to their injuries in a car accident, they must be able to prove that the party did in fact “cause” the accident and injury to occur. In a civil lawsuit, the burden is on...
Distracted driving isn’t a new problem in America. Ever since there have been cars on the road there have been drivers who stop paying attention to what they are doing in order to talk to others in the car, eat, put on makeup or mess around with the radio or, in...
Being in a car accident is a stressful and traumatic experience. After you have checked yourself for injuries and made sure everyone is safe, the typical next steps are to contact the police and exchange contact and insurance information with the other driver....
Ridesharing services like Lyft and Uber have made getting around more convenient, but car accidents can still happen, even if your rideshare driver is a perfect driver. If you are involved in a car accident while riding in a Lyft or other rideshare in Illinois, here...
Temporary Registration Permits are issued when a vehicle is purchased from a licensed dealership. These temporary tags are meant to allow the new owner to drive legally while waiting for their permanent metal plates. The TRP is displayed on the back of the vehicle and...
Personal injury claims, such as a claim brought against a driver after a car accident, are based on negligence. Establishing negligence requires proving four different elements: Duty Breach Causation Damages Duty and breach Duty means the duty of care you are owed. In...
Drivers are legally required to adhere to their state traffic laws and always exercise caution when operating their motor vehicles. However, even the most experienced drivers can make mistakes and cause car accidents. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration...
If you’re like most car accident victims, you want to get back on your feet as quickly as possible after your wreck. But the recovery process can seem daunting. After all, your injuries have probably left you with extensive pain and limited mobility, and the mental...
New safety features are constantly implemented in passenger and commercial vehicles. While many of the technological advances utilized to create these safety features are effective, over time several of them have had their efficacy drawn into question. Now, LED...
In the aftermath of a car accident, determining fault is crucial as it significantly influences the compensation victims receive. But, what about an uninsured at-fault driver? Do they simply get away with it? In today’s blog post, we explore this issue. Uninsured...
