The injuries someone could suffer from an Illinois car crash are unpredictable. An accident scene may involve victims suffering everything from minor injuries to catastrophic ones. Frequently, a driver or passenger may experience shoulder pain derived from harm...
Car Accidents
Reasons insurance may deny a car accident claim
The Illinois Department of Transportation reported from 2016 to 2020 57,782 auto accidents involving serious injuries or death. Being involved in a car accident can be a stressful and often life-altering experience. In such situations, you rely on your insurance...
Dealing with broken bones and fractures from car accidents
Car accidents may result in a wide range of injuries, with broken bones and fractures among the most common and painful. Bones can easily snap or crack during the immense force of a collision. These injuries often manifest as severe pain, swelling, bruising and an...
Facts about car accidents
Accidents happen. Millions of them occur every year. They cause millions of injuries and property damage. Thousands of car crashes kill people across the US annually. These should prove that they occur frequently. Here are some more facts about car accidents. Main...
How to handle bad-faith estimates after a car accident
Dealing with a car accident can be challenging, especially when dealing with insurance companies. It is a common expectation that, after an accident, you will receive a fair and accurate estimate for your damages. However, what if you suspect the insurance company's...
Foggy weather and traffic collisions
Behind the wheel, it is vital to pay attention to various traffic accident risks. For example, you should keep an eye out for hazards on the road, dangerous intersections, sharp turns, negligent drivers and bad weather, such as fog. Foggy conditions can increase the...
4 Examples of car accidents you may face
When someone injures you, you want compensation. However, insurance companies may try to take minimize the amount they give you because of certain types of accidents. Therefore, it is important to know the common types of vehicular accidents that are out there in case...
Pedestrian deaths are reaching record highs
Pedestrians crossing the road in Illinois often take their lives in their hands. This is due to the historically high number of accidents in this state and the rest of the country. Collisions involving pedestrians are becoming more deadly than ever before. Pedestrians...
What actions should you take immediately after a car accident?
When you are suddenly in a collision with another vehicle, your mind may feel distracted by what to do and how to react. Staying calm and assessing the danger you are in is the first step to fixing this problem. Following a few simple rules when interacting with the...
Brain injuries you could suffer after a car accident
Car accidents can result in a wide range of injuries, and one of the most severe and potentially life-altering is a brain injury. The force and impact of a car accident can cause the brain to collide with the skull, leading to various types of brain injuries. Learn...
Accepting the first settlement offer after a car accident
A car accident can lead to significant emotional stress and financial burden. Dealing with insurance companies post-accident adds to this complexity. One critical decision victims need to make is whether to accept the initial settlement offer from an insurance...
Get checked for these 3 hidden car accident injuries
A car accident can cause devastating damage to your body, but not all injuries are immediately apparent. Without a prompt and thorough medical checkup, these hidden injuries may not present themselves until they cause complications. You should visit a doctor after a...
Traffic fatalities decline but remain high
Despite a drop in the number of people killed in traffic accidents in 2022, Illinois road users may still be in more danger of being in a motor vehicle crash compared to many years in the past. The drop in fatalities was less than 1% compared to 2021, but that year...
What should I do after a hit-and-run accident?
Being the victim of a hit-and-run can be frightening. It only becomes more upsetting once you realize that the other driver did not stop or turn themselves in. Luckily, this type of accident does bring serious charges for the other driver for leaving the scene....
2 Types of car accidents and who is typically at-fault
Things can be challenging after a car accident. Plus, it can be tougher to know who the at-fault driver is. Here are a few common types of accidents and who is typically at fault in these scenarios. 1. Rear-ends A rear-end is a pretty straightforward accident. This...