Tips for Avoiding a Truck Accident
While there is no guarantee that you will never be involved in a trucking accident, there are steps you can take to lessen your risk. Most trucking crashes result from the driver negligence or poor maintenance of the vehicle. By keeping a safe distance and staying aware of your surroundings, you may be able to…
Read MoreMotorcycle Pre-Ride Inspection List
A proper safety inspection can help make sure your motorcycle and you are ready to respond to any dangers on the roadway. The best time to check your motorcycle is actually after your last ride, so you won’t rush the inspection by doing it just before the next one. Inspections should be done at the…
Read MoreFood Poisoning as a Premises Liability Claim
The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) recently identified a salmonella outbreak that has reportedly affected 14 Illinois residents. A bulletin from the city urged residents to seek medical care if they recently ate at the establishment and displayed any signs of illness. Patrons visit restaurants and other types of eating establishments with the expectation…
Read MoreFour Reasons Why Tractor Trailer Rollover Crashes Occur
Tractor trailer rollover accidents are some of the most serious and injurious crashes occurring on the roadways of Illinois. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, an average of four cargo tank truck rollovers happen each day in the United States. Many of these incidents are preventable, occurring due to driver negligence or poor…
Read MoreHydroplaning Accidents – When Negligence Meets Wet Roadways
Hydroplaning is a term used to describe the sliding of vehicle tires across a wet road. These accidents can be extremely dangerous, often causing a chain reaction of crashes and injuries. While some hydroplaning incidents are unavoidable, the vast majority of them can be prevented with proper driving techniques and adequate vehicle maintenance. What is…
Read MoreIllinois Judge Refuses to Dismiss Product Liability Claims Against Electrolux
When consumers purchase products, they do so trusting that they will be appropriately made to perform their intended duties. They do not expect the products and goods that they purchase to harm them. Yet, every day, consumers are injured by defective products that fail to work in an adequate manner. When these incidents occur, various…
Read MoreDrivers Should Stay Aware of Truck Driver Blind Spots
Drivers of semis and other large trucks have many more blind spots than cars do. This is due to the dimensions of the truck, especially the length. Trucks do not normally have side or rear windows, which means the driver must rely on the truck’s mirrors. Even well-positioned mirrors cannot adequately help the driver see…
Read MoreWhy Right of Way Mistakes Cause Car Accidents in Chicago
Drivers have a responsibility to understand the right-of-way laws for every type of vehicle interaction. Normally, a driver who fails to follow the Illinois right-of-way traffic laws will be the one a jury or arbiter finds liable for a car accident. Drivers are responsible for knowing the applicable laws and abiding by them. Right-of-way laws…
Read MoreWhy Swimming Pool Accidents Are So Dangerous
While swimming pools may provide a lot of summer fun, they are also a leading contributor to drowning accidents and catastrophic injuries, including brain trauma and spinal cord damage. ABC News reports that 6,500 adolescents suffer diving injuries each year. Almost 2/3 of diving accidents happen in inground pools while the rest happen in aboveground…
Read MoreOne Dead After a Car Hit a Pole and Burst in Flames in Chicago
The Chicago Tribune reported on June 28, 2017, that a woman passenger suffered fatal injuries when the driver of the car she was riding in rammed into a utility pole. After striking the pole, the car exploded into flames. The driver was able to get out of the car, and ran away. The crash occurred…
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