Ex-Chicago Bear Lucky to Be Alive After His Car Flips Eight Times
The Chicago Tribune reported that a Tacoma vehicle driven by ex-Chicago Bear, Doug Plank, 64, flipped several times while he driving on Interstate 17 in Arizona. Plank was known for giving his own hits as a feared defensive secondary player for the Bears when it was coached by Buddy Ryan. None of those hits compared…
Read MoreFAQ: Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Claims
In Chicago and throughout Illinois, all drivers are required to have insurance in the event of an accident that causes damage or injuries. However, even though this is the law, many vehicle owners still drive around uninsured (UM – uninsured motorist) or underinsured (UIM – underinsured motorist). How does this happen? Many times, drivers will…
Read MoreChronic Traumatic Encephalopathy and Football
The recent Super Bowl 52 didn’t just showcase one of the most popular sports in America, it also brought the issue of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) to the news. CTE is not a concussion, although repeated concussions (or even more minor hits to the head) could bring on CTE. Chronic traumatic encephalopathy is a degenerative…
Read MoreFive Ways to Prevent a Tragic Motorcycle Crash
The precautions necessary for safely driving a motorcycle versus a passenger car or SUV are similar in some ways, but completely different in others. Motorcycles are loved by many. They are a quick, fun, convenient, and often exciting way to travel. However, certain elevated risks come with the enjoyment. Motorcycles offer significantly less protection from…
Read MoreMy Surgery Was Unnecessary. Can I Sue?
According to a USA TODAY investigation, tens of thousands of patients undergo unnecessary surgeries each year. This is an incredible number that gets very little attention, save for some very high-profile cases. The article states that unnecessary surgeries could account for 10 to 20 percent of all operations in some specialities of medicine, including cardiac…
Read MoreCheerleading and Spinal Cord Injuries
In a discussion about sports injuries, generally football is the first thing that comes to mind. Head injuries and concussions are often talked about, from high school all the way to pro football. However, another group of athletes also suffers catastrophic injuries—competitive cheerleaders. They jump, fly, and twist through the air with what appears to…
Read MoreIndian Motorcycle Company Recalls 7,392 Roadmaster Motorcycles
Indian Motorcycle Company, based out of Spirit Lake Iowa, is recalling 7,392 of its 2015-2017 Roadmaster motorcycles. The company states that water may enter the trunk wiring harness, potentially causing the brake light to remain illuminated even when the brakes aren’t being applied. This can cause confusion to vehicles behind the motorcycle—when drivers are unsure…
Read MoreDriver Killed After Truck Falls Off I-355 Ramp
On January 31 in New Lenox, a truck crash on I-355 killed one person and injured another, reports ABC 7 Eyewitness News. The driver, 33-year-old Serghei Balint, was driving his tractor-trailer on the I-355 southbound ramp to I-80 eastbound when the cargo in his rig shifted. The resulting imbalance tipped over the truck, causing it…
Read MoreMedical Emergency Behind the Wheel Causes 9-Car Pileup
ABC 7 Eyewitness News reports that January 28’s fatal nine-car crash in the South Loop began because a man suffered a medical emergency while driving. The 56-year-old driver of the vehicle survived the crash, but a 35-year-old man was killed in the wreck. Six other people were taken to the hospital in critical condition. The…
Read MoreFatal South Carolina Train Crash Brings New Challenges for Amtrak
On Sunday, February 4, an Amtrak passenger train collided with a parked freight train in Cayce, South Carolina, killing two people and injuring over 100 passengers. This is just the latest in a string of accidents for Amtrak: three incidents in the last three months alone. In December, a train derailed near Tacoma, Washington, killing…
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