Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-55 Shows Just How Deadly Dust Storms Can Be
The dust storm that blew through Illinois yesterday covered 20-30 miles and caused a 72-vehicle pileup on I-55. At least six people have died and 30 more were injured in chain reaction crash. ABC 7 News reports that there is a risk of HAZMAT spills (two semi-trucks caught fire). One Chicago resident told the news…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Chicago’s Smart Street Pilots Ordinance
Chicago is taking big steps to prioritize street safety for its residents. Recent legislation has been passed to improve street infrastructure with a focus on protecting pedestrians, cyclists, and public transportation. This includes proper street design with visible markings, adequate space for pedestrians and cyclists and physical barriers to shield them from motor vehicles. By…
Read MoreAn Asphalt Tank Exploded in Lemont, Leaving a Community Grieving
A deadly explosion and fire at a Seneca Petroleum plant in Lemont has left us shaken. Dru A. Worker, a contractor with M&J Industrial Services, was a beloved high school wrestling coach, and his death is such a loss for the community. Another worker was injured but survived. ABC 7 Chicago reports that OSHA and…
Read MoreWhy You Need an Attorney If You Want to Sue a Government Agency
When it comes to suing a government agency, such as the city of Chicago, it is important to understand the legal landscape in which you are operating. Government agencies, including cities, states, and the federal government, have various forms of immunity that protect them from lawsuits. This immunity can make it difficult for individuals to…
Read MoreTaking the “Nurse” Out of Nursing Homes: Under-Staffing and Neglectful Care in Chicago Nursing Homes
Nursing homes in the US are in a staffing crisis, and it’s hitting Chicago hard. Chicago nursing home workers and city lawmakers have been fighting for a law to regulate nursing homes, claiming that the dangerously low staffing levels put residents at risk of “neglectful care.” According to WGN9 News, the Service Employees International Union…
Read MoreMulti-Car Accidents Are Complex Claims
WGN9 News recently reported on a fatal car crash involving four vehicles that occurred on Wednesday March 29, 2023 on Chicago’s South Side, resulting in one death and four injuries. According to the news, a Nissan traveling northbound on Columbus Avenue collided with a Mazda at the intersection of 83rd Street. The driver of the…
Read MoreDo Traumatic Brain Injuries Increase the Risk of Suicide in Women?
A recent report potentially links the suicides of young women to traumatic brain injuries. While reports like this are very alarming, it is important to know and be aware of the symptoms of these injuries as well as ensure that your family members and loved ones receive the proper help they need and deserve after…
Read MoreSpeeding Driver Blows Through Red Light, Leading to Deadly Crash
There was a deadly crash at Glenlake and Kimball avenues last Thursday. A driver ran a red light and hit an SUV carrying seven people – three of them small children. Zainab Suboh, who was visiting her children before Ramadan begins, was killed. Her husband suffered multiple serious injuries. Thankfully, her children and grandchildren survived.…
Read MoreIs the CPSC’s Bizarre Twitter Campaign Against Product Defects Working?
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) focuses on warning Americans about specific unsafe products that they should no longer use. Over the last couple years, the agency has been using Twitter to post bizarre and entertaining tweets to let us know about the latest product defects and safety tips, which is a modern and…
Read MoreWhy Do Truck Fatalities Keep Increasing Each Year?
Truck driving, a once stable cornerstone profession, has seen a dark trend emerging in recent years. Despite the advancements in technology and safety regulations, fatal truck accidents are on the rise in a big way. There are more than 3.5 million people in America working as truckers ranging from long-haul drivers, who ship items from…
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