Car accidents in western central Illinois can leave you dealing with more than just a dented bumper. Medical bills, lost wages and insurance paperwork can pile up fast. If the crash was not your fault, you might wonder if hiring an attorney is the right move....
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The dangers of loose objects in car accidents
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...
Be ready for these personal injury defenses
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...
Weather contributes to a tragic Christmas collision
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...
What does ‘proximate cause’ mean in your car accident case?
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...
Taking action after a distracted driving accident
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...
What if the other driver lies about the accident?
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....
What happens if my Lyft is in a car accident?
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...
What’s the deal with paper license plates?
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...
A closer look at negligence law in Illinois
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...