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What Parents Need to Know About Accidents at School Crosswalks in Illinois
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

Every school day in Illinois, thousands of children and caregivers cross streets during the busiest driving hours. When drivers speed, glance at a phone, or ignore a crossing guard, the risk of a serious pedestrian accident spikes, especially in the chaos of morning drop-off and afternoon dismissal. State law tries to protect kids with special…

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Pursuing an Accident Claim Against Friends or Family Members in Illinois
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When you’re injured in a car accident caused by a friend or relative, you’re stuck in a tough spot: you need help with medical bills and lost income, but you don’t want to “go after” someone you care about. The good news is that, in Illinois, most of these claims are handled and paid by…

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How Medicaid Cuts from the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Could Impact Car Accident Victims
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

Car crashes don’t schedule themselves around politics. If you’re hurt, you need emergency care now, a way to pay for surgery or rehab tomorrow, and a plan for long-term recovery. That’s why recent Medicaid changes in the federal budget reconciliation law nicknamed the “One Big Beautiful Bill” matter so much to car accident victims. The…

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How to Get Surveillance Footage After a Car Accident in Illinois
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

If you’ve been in a car accident in Illinois, video can be the difference between a “he said, she said” dispute and a clear, persuasive account of what really happened. Intersection red-light cameras, city safety cameras, traffic management feeds, police dash and body-worn cameras, business security systems, doorbell cams, rideshare and truck dashcams, all of…

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Car Accidents in Leased Vehicles
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

Car accidents are always stressful, but when you’re driving a leased vehicle, the aftermath can be even more complicated. In Illinois, where nearly 300,000 car crashes occur annually, many involve drivers operating vehicles they do not own. Leasing has become a popular alternative to buying, especially for those who prefer to drive newer cars with…

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The “Act of God” Defense in Illinois Car Accident Claims
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

At John J. Malm & Associates, we understand that no two car accidents are the same. While many crashes are caused by reckless or negligent drivers, some involve more complex legal issues, such as the “Act of God” defense. If you were injured in a car accident and the at-fault driver claims they were incapacitated…

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What Are a Family’s Rights After a Fatal Hit and Run Accident in Illinois?
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

Losing a loved one in a car accident is devastating under any circumstances. But when the driver responsible flees the scene, the pain is often compounded by a sense of injustice and helplessness. In Illinois, fatal hit and run accidents continue to be a tragic and frequent occurrence. Families are often left grieving with no…

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Can You File a Car Accident Claim If You Didn’t Go to the ER Right Away?
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

After a car crash, the adrenaline can be overwhelming. Many people walk away from accidents believing they’re unharmed, until hours or days later, when the pain sets in. If you didn’t go to the emergency room immediately after a car accident, you might now be wondering: Can I still file a car accident claim? The…

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Who Is At Fault In Rear‑End Accidents In Illinois?
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

In Illinois, rear‑end collisions are extremely common, making up roughly 29 percent of all crashes in the state, with over 80,000 rear‑end collisions annually. This prevalence raises a critical legal question: who’s at fault when one vehicle strikes another from behind? While there’s a general presumption, legal exceptions and nuanced fault allocation can complicate matters. In…

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Will My Car Accident Settlement Decrease If I Wasn’t Wearing a Seat Belt?
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

At John J. Malm & Associates, we represent victims of car accidents throughout Illinois who have suffered serious injuries due to the negligence of others. One of the questions we often hear from clients is whether their compensation might be reduced because they weren’t wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash. It’s…

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