Articles Posted in motor vehicle accident

Intersections are among the most inherently hazardous points on any roadway for serious car accidents because they concentrate multiple traffic streams, competing right-of-way claims, and split-second decision-making into a confined space. Unlike straight-line travel, intersections require drivers to evaluate signal phases, anticipate turning movements, monitor cross-traffic, and account for pedestrians and bicyclists, often simultaneously. According…

Every year in the United States, millions of people are injured in car accidents. Among those injuries, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) stand out as some of the most serious and life-altering. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of traumatic brain injury and account for…

In early 2026, a landmark transportation study revealed what many Chicago commuters already felt in their daily drives: the interchange where Interstate 290 meets Interstates 294 and 88, near Hillside in the western Chicago suburbs, has been officially rated the worst traffic bottleneck in the United States. According to the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI),…

Road shoulders are often overlooked features of roadway design, but when those shoulders consist of soft surfaces such as dirt, gravel, grass, or undefined ground, the consequences for motorists can be severe. Whether on rural highways, suburban thoroughfares, or interstates, soft shoulders lack the structural support and traction that paved shoulders provide. When a vehicle…

If you’ve ever walked into a grocery store, big-box retailer, bank, or restaurant and noticed short concrete posts lined up in front of the entrance, you’ve seen what are commonly called bollards. These fixed protective barriers are designed to prevent vehicles from crashing into pedestrian areas and storefronts. While they may appear simple or even…

When you’re involved in a car accident, witness testimony can seem like invaluable evidence. An unbiased third party who saw what happened can answer questions insurance companies and juries struggle with. Yet while witnesses can strengthen a case, they can also undermine it. Understanding how and why this happens is critical when you’re pursuing compensation…

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have transformed how millions of Americans travel every day. With convenience comes risk: when a rideshare driver behaves negligently and causes a crash, the legal responsibilities and potential for a lawsuit can become complex. This blog explains your legal rights, how liability works, key statistics about rideshare safety and…

Traffic safety has become a growing concern in Wheaton, Illinois, particularly at the intersection of Harrison Avenue and Washington Street. After years of serious car accidents and community concern, the city recently implemented a 4-way stop at this once uncontrolled intersection to improve safety and reduce the number and severity of collisions. This blog explores…

Car accidents are unpredictable and stressful, even more so when one or both drivers lack proper insurance coverage. In Illinois, driving without insurance isn’t just risky for your financial and legal standing; it’s also against state law. Whether you were at fault in an accident or hit by another driver who was uninsured, understanding the…

Winter driving conditions pose unique risks that make obeying, and often exceedingly exceeding, posted speed limits especially dangerous. Snow, ice, freezing rain, and poor visibility all reduce traction, increase stopping distances, and make routine driving tasks far more hazardous. Drivers who fail to adjust their speed to the conditions increase the likelihood of car accidents,…