Chicago Personal Injury Law Blog 

As temperatures drop throughout the country, it is crucial that Chicago truckers pay extra attention to road conditions and the safety of their rigs. As a trucker, you cannot prevent winter temperatures and odds are you will have to take trips regardless of road...

According to the Centers for Disease Control, children account for approximately half of the 4.5 million people who receive bites from dogs in the United States, including Illinois, every year. Of those bitten, nearly 30,000 may require reconstructive surgery...

Illinois residents like you who get behind the wheel don't expect to have your life threatened while on the road. Unfortunately, you share the road with all kinds of drivers and vehicles and can't determine how everyone will be on the road. Trucks can be especially...

If you received the devastating news that a construction accident critically injured a family member, what would you do first? The actions you take (and just as importantly, do not take) in the days following a construction accident may determine your future.  Your...

You may already know that it is generally risky and inadvisable to approach an unfamiliar dog in Illinois, and you may be careful to always keep a safe distance. However, it may be the dog that chooses to approach you. You may not want to interact with the dog, and...

The Illinois winters can be brutal impacting both visibility and the ability to stay on the road in whiteout conditions. Black ice, snowdrifts and blinding winds can impair the driver’s ability to steer their vehicle. Practicing safe driving tips suitable for the snow...

Some people like to go for walks around Illinois neighborhoods to clear their heads after a long day or to get in some exercise. These treks can lead to interactions with neighbors’ dogs, ones that usually behave well. Despite a dog’s normally docile temperament, it...

Negligent Illinois passenger car and truck drivers that collide with similar vehicles often walk away with minimal injuries, despite significant damage to their autos. The vehicle’s frame and safety equipment reduce the risk to drivers and passengers. Unfortunately,...

Most people are well aware of how devastating a motorcycle crash can be, with a high risk of passing away or sustaining a life-changing injury. However, some people do not think about all of the ways in which a motorcycle accident victim’s life may change following a...

When you are enjoying the thrill of riding your motorcycle on the streets of Illinois, probably one of the last things on your mind is sustaining a brain injury after a crash. You may have been fortunate enough in your riding experience to avoid an accident or serious...