As the Climate Changes, Our Driving Habits Must, Too

Being prepared to drive in all seasons and various weather conditions is crucial for ensuring safety on the road. In different seasons, the environment throws different challenges at drivers. But if you’ve been paying attention, you’ll have noticed that our “weather” is far from normal. The water off the southern coast hit 100 degrees this…

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City of Chicago Sues Kia and Hyundai Over Vulnerability to Theft

The city of Chicago is suing automakers Kia and Hyundai, alleging the carmakers failed to equip cars sold in the US with “vital anti-theft technology” that comes standard in almost all other car manufacturers. This failure has led to a dramatic surge in Kia and Hyundai thefts throughout the city. The lawsuit, announced by the…

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How Fault Works in a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Chicago

Multi-car accidents can be complex, leaving victims wondering if they will be held liable in spite of their adherence to the law leading up to the incident. It is understandable that victims would worry about being held wrongfully liable in these complex situations. In a multi-car crash, an experienced car, truck and motorcycle accident attorney…

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How Does “Accident Reconstruction” Work?

Accident reconstruction is a scientific breakdown of the events surrounding a collision, using verified facts to draw further conclusions about the cause of the event. In order to understand the circumstances surrounding a traffic accident, accident reconstruction experts utilize scientific methods and specialized tools to reconstruct the events leading up to an accident. Their analysis…

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Should I Settle My Chicago Car Accident Claim?

Being involved in a car accident can be a distressing experience, often leaving victims with physical injuries, emotional trauma and financial burdens. A big question Chicago residents often have after being involved in a car accident is whether or not they should seek an insurance settlement or go to trial. First let’s consider the term…

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Parents of Four Killed in Wrong-Way Crash on I-55

On Tuesday night, a couple died and three of their children were injured in a wrong-way crash on I-55 in Wilmington. ABC 7 Chicago reports the “crash occurred at about 10:36 p.m. near milepost 238 as police said a Ford F-150 was driving north in the southbound lanes near milepost 238 and struck a GMC…

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Hit-and-Run Accidents Can Cause a Lot of Emotional Trauma

When people hear of a person being involved in a hit-and-run accident, they may automatically think about the person’s possible broken bones, bruises, cuts, and other physical injuries. While a lot of hit-and-run victims do experience these painful physical injuries, they also suffer from emotional and psychological trauma, which is less talked about. The memories…

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