Accidents involving semi-trucks and other large commercial trucks can cause serious, life-altering injuries. Bringing an Illinois personal injury claim allows truck accident victims to recover damages for medical expenses, property damage, and other collision-related costs. In the aftermath of a serious truck accident, the quest for answers and accountability often begins with examining crucial data stored within the vehicle’s black box. Black box data has become a cornerstone in Illinois accident investigations, offering invaluable insights into the sequence of events leading to the collisio ..read more

Sepsis is a life-threatening condition triggered by the body’s extreme response to an infection. Each year, about 1.7 million people get sepsis in the US. It is crucial to understand what causes sepsis and why it is essential to prevent it, especially in Chicago nursing home abuse and neglect cases. Illinois is 18th in the nation for sepsis-related deaths. While Illinois’ “Gabby’s Law” is a crucial effort to reduce sepsis infections, sepsis fatalities continue to be a serious concern for vulnerable individuals. If you or someone you know has experienced sepsis, died from sepsis, or is at risk ..read more

Tragic accidents on the roads of Chicago serve as stark reminders of the dangers commuters and truck drivers face daily. A recent fatal collision between a box truck and a semi-truck on Route 53 in Long Grove highlights the devastating consequences of such incidents. As authorities continue investigating the September 2023 crash, let us examine questions regarding fault in head-on truck accidents. Lake County Sheriff’s deputies and emergency responders who arrived at the scene found that a box truck and a semi-truck had been involved in a head-on accident. The box truck driver died from his i ..read more

The streets of Chicago are often crowded with vehicles of all shapes and sizes, including semi-trucks navigating their way through busy traffic. With the sheer volume of vehicles on the road, accidents are an unfortunate reality. Among the most devastating are semi-truck rollovers, which can leave victims facing not only physical injuries but also complex legal and insurance challenges. A semi-truck rollover can occur due to various factors, including truck driver fatigue, speeding, impaired driving, improper truck maintenance, mechanical failure or adverse weather conditions. Regardless of t ..read more

U-Haul trucks are everywhere. The ubiquitous orange and white trucks, often painted with scenes depicting unique natural features, are everywhere on U.S. roads. U-Haul’s brand name has become synonymous with drive-it-yourself rental vehicles for moving or hauling large loads. U-Haul’s website notes that the company has the largest do-it-yourself rental truck fleet in the world. It’s the only such company that offers services in all 50 U.S. states and all 10 Canadian provinces.   As a result, U-Haul trucks are everywhere on the road – and they, like any vehicle, can be involved in a ..read more

Illinois is not a no-fault state for car accidents. The state uses a fault-based system, also known as a tort system, with modified comparative negligence to determine who pays damages in a car accident case. Under Illinois law, car accident claims are based on the fault of the driver who caused the collision. Each party involved in the crash is responsible for paying compensation based on the percentage they are deemed liable. Before an injured driver files a claim against another driver’s insurance policy, the claimant is required to prove fault for the car accident. Because Illinois applie ..read more

Many different driving behaviors can lead to car accidents in Illinois. While using a cellphone and other forms of distracted driving are often to blame for crashes, drowsy driving is a real danger. A new study from the University of Missouri examined the impact of sleep disorders on a person’s ability to drive safely. Researchers found that night shift workers with shift work sleep disorder (SWSD) are three times more likely to be involved in a car accident than other drivers. In contrast, drivers with sleep apnea or insomnia had a 30 percent higher chance of crashing. SWSD is a chronic cond ..read more

All Illinois drivers are required to carry valid insurance, including a certain amount of uninsured driver insurance. Unfortunately, some drivers take to the roads without having adequate insurance, while others are uninsured entirely. Uninsured driver coverage allows an injured driver to recover damages if they are involved in an accident with an uninsured, negligent driver. Underinsured driver coverage applies when the negligent driver does not have enough coverage to pay for medical bills and property damage. Minimum coverage limits are $25,000 per individual and $50,000 per accident. This ..read more

Getting injured in a car accident can upend your life, leaving you struggling with pain and significant financial losses. A key part of a car accident case is determining who is at fault so that you can recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages and other damages arising from your injuries. Filing a car accident claim involves proving that someone acted negligently, and their negligence caused the crash that led to your injuries. While some collisions are the result of road hazards or mechanical issues with a vehicle, many crashes occur due to driver negligence such as speeding, re ..read more

In a recent ruling, the Illinois Supreme Court delivered a critical verdict that expands uninsured motorist coverage for pedestrians and bicyclists involved in hit-and-run or uninsured driver accidents. The court’s decision highlights that auto insurance companies, which have policies containing language requiring an individual to be in an insured motor vehicle to qualify for uninsured motorist (UM) coverage, are in violation of both the Illinois Insurance Code and the principles of public policy. Illinois Insurance Requirements Illinois insurance coverage laws encompass various aspects of in ..read more