Car collisions are one of the most frequent causes of traumatic brain injuries. These wounds can range in severity from a mild concussion to a devastating, even fatal injury. The way that a traumatic brain injury impacts your life will depend on multiple factors. You want to talk to a Chicago personal injury attorney if…
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Dangerous Teen Driver Behaviors
These days, safe driving is not to be a skill in which everyone is well versed. Some drivers, especially teenagers, are easily distracted by using technology, eating, or other poor driving behaviors. This can, unfortunately, lead to car accidents and, in some cases, serious injury. Our Chicago personal injury attorney can guide you through the process of…
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Should You Call the Cops for a Fender Bender in Chicago?
Minor vehicle collisions happen every day. Often, drivers exchange insurance information but wonder whether it is necessary to call the police. Even if it seems that there is no significant damage to your car or injury to either driver, you should consider calling the cops. Not doing so can hurt you if, later on, you…
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How Much Money Can a Passenger in a Car Accident Get?
The amount of money that you might recover as a passenger in a car accident will depend on several factors. The severity and type of your injuries, the medical treatment you needed for your wounds, and the unpaid time you missed from work are a few of the variables that will impact the amount of…
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Can I Get Loss of Earnings or Diminished Earning Capacity Damages in a Car Accident Case?
People often miss time from work after getting hurt in a car accident. If you suffer severe injuries, you might not be able to make as much money as before the collision. In these situations, you are probably asking, can I get loss of earnings or diminished earning capacity damages in a car accident case?…
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Who is at Fault in a Yellow Light Accident?
Many people find yellow light traffic signals confusing. In their confusion, they might make an error in judgment and cause a collision. When that happens, who is at fault in a yellow light accident? These cases will turn on the facts of the situation. You can talk to a Chicago car accident attorney about whether…
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A Friend Got Drunk at My Party – Could I Be Held Liable if They Get in an Accident?
You might think that when you host a party for your adult friends, it is up to them to decide how much alcohol they drink. As the host of a party, you have many tasks to fulfill, like making sure that you don’t run out of food or beverages and that people have a good…
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Distracted Driving Statistics in Chicago
In this day and age, distracted driving is everywhere, putting you and your loved ones at greater risk of injury. If you are the victim of distracted driving, it’s important to contact a Chicago personal injury attorney to secure legal counsel. Distracted driving can be hard to prove in many cases. But with the right…
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Teen Drivers: How to Keep Them Safe on the Road This Winter
Chicago winters can be absolutely brutal. For many parents, our first thought when winter hits the Windy City and one of our kids needs to get to class or go to work is usually: “Do you really have to go out in this?” While we know the answer is usually yes, we also know that…
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Can I Be Held Liable for Texting and Walking if I am Hit By a Car?
Downtown Chicago is known for being one of the most walkable cities in the country, with several nationally recognized museums, beautiful architecture, some of the best food in the world, and even famous shopping avenues. The downside to this, however, is that pedestrian accidents and fatalities in particular are on the rise. According to the…
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