Articles Posted in Car Accident

Pedestrian accidents can happen on any day of the week, but the day a crash occurs may influence the risks pedestrians face. Traffic volume, commuting patterns, nighttime visibility, alcohol impairment, weather conditions, and weekend activities can all affect the likelihood of a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle. Understanding when pedestrian crashes are most common…

A car accident can cause a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in a fraction of a second. Even when a collision does not leave visible wounds, the sudden forces involved can cause the brain to move inside the skull, disrupt delicate nerve fibers, or damage brain tissue. These injuries can affect memory, concentration, balance, speech, mood,…

A car accident can leave an injured person with more than broken bones, bruises, or whiplash. For some people, the physical trauma of a collision is followed by widespread pain, persistent fatigue, sleep disturbances, and difficulty concentrating that continue long after the initial injuries have healed. In certain cases, these symptoms may lead to a…

Poor lighting can make driving dangerous, particularly at night, during bad weather, and on roads with inadequate streetlights or poorly illuminated intersections. When drivers cannot see pedestrians, stopped vehicles, road hazards, or approaching traffic in time to react, the risk of a serious car accident increases. Although darkness is a common driving condition, crashes caused…

Every year, National Teen Driver Safety Week provides an opportunity for parents, educators, and communities to focus on one of the most important issues facing young drivers: preventing serious and fatal motor vehicle crashes. In 2026, the observance is an important reminder that safe driving habits, parental involvement, and consistent enforcement of traffic laws can…

A car accident can cause serious injuries even when there is no visible wound or obvious damage to the head. The sudden force of a collision can cause the brain to move rapidly inside the skull, resulting in a concussion, a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI). For some people, symptoms improve within a few…

Serving alcohol is a business, but it also carries significant legal responsibilities. Bars, restaurants, taverns, nightclubs, breweries, and other establishments that sell alcoholic beverages in Illinois must comply with state liquor laws and take reasonable steps to prevent unlawful sales. When an intoxicated customer leaves an establishment and causes a crash or otherwise injures another…

A sudden stop can turn an ordinary drive into a serious car accident in a matter of seconds. A driver may brake because traffic ahead has stopped, a pedestrian enters the roadway, an animal crosses the street, debris appears in the lane, or another vehicle makes an unexpected maneuver. The driver behind may have only…

Carpal tunnel syndrome in Illinois may not be the first injury people think about after a collision. Broken bones, whiplash, concussions, and back injuries are often more immediately apparent. However, a crash can also cause injuries to the wrists, hands, and nerves that may become noticeable only after the initial trauma. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs…

Being involved in a car accident is stressful under any circumstances. But when you are driving a vehicle owned, leased, or provided by your employer, the situation can become more complicated. Questions may immediately arise about who is responsible for the accident, which insurance policy applies, whether your employer can be held liable, and what…