You probably already know that if you were injured in a car accident caused by another driver's negligence, you can file a personal injury lawsuit to hold that negligent driver liable for the damages you suffered as a result. These damages can include medical expenses...
Car Accidents
How to protect yourself in the event of a rental car accident
Navigating the aftermath of a car accident can be difficult. You’ll have physical injuries that may impact your ability to live your normal life, emotional and mental turmoil that can leave you feeling hopeless for the future, and financial implications that can be...
What are some of the most common car accident injuries?
The injuries suffered in a car accident can run the spectrum of severity. Some people are lucky enough to escape their wreck with nothing more than some bumps and bruises. But others are left with catastrophic injuries that are debilitating and completely turn their...
5 tips for staying safe in a construction zone
Construction season remains in full swing, and crews will be out in full force for several months to come. While that may mean that your travel times will be slowed, it also means that you’ll likely continue to confront potentially hazardous situations. And a...
Are roundabouts really safer than traditional intersections?
Federal, state, and local governments are constantly looking for ways to make roadways safer. Nonprofit organizations put in work, too, with public safety initiatives aimed at educating the public and raising awareness of the dangers of some driving behaviors....
Do SUVs and trucks really hit more pedestrians than cars do?
Pedestrian accidents can result in life-changing and debilitating injuries for victims. Pedestrians should be familiar with the dangers that are out there and pedestrian accident victims should be familiar with the legal protections that may be available to help them...
A closer look at concussion categories and their symptoms
A car accident can leave you with extensive physical injuries. Although some of them are readily apparent, the full effects of others will take some time to present themselves. Concussions oftentimes fall into this latter group. Even though a concussion is caused by...
Car accident statistics paint deadly picture on Illinois roads
Accidents happen and are a common sight on the sides of Illinois roads. From fender-benders to massive collisions, Quincy residents have likely been affected by motor vehicle accidents in their own lives. Statistics released by the Insurance Institute for Highway...
Why are women at greater risk for injuries in crashes?
Unfortunately, women may be more vulnerable to suffering injuries in car crashes. It is helpful to understand why that is and also be familiar with the legal protections that may be available to all victims of car accidents, women included, when they have been harmed...
Tips for driving safely on rural roadways
Safe driving is important to help keep everyone safe on the road. Negligent and careless drivers who do not drive safely may be liable for injuries and damages suffered by victims. Rural driving can present challenges some other types of driving and roadways may not...