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Dogs hold a special place in American life. They wait by the door when we come home, keep watch over our families, offer comfort on hard days, and become true members of the household. With more than 65 million households across the country keeping at least one dog, it’s no surprise that most people never…

Motorcycles offer an unmatched sense of freedom, but they also come with significantly greater risks than passenger vehicles. One question many riders ask is, “What percentage of motorcycle riders get in accidents?” The answer is more complicated than a simple percentage. While there is no national database that tracks the lifetime crash rate of every…

Every year, thousands of people are injured in slip and fall accidents in Illinois. While many people assume that every property owner is held to the same legal standards, that is far from the truth. A slip and fall at a grocery store is treated much differently than a fall on a city sidewalk, public…

Every year, more Illinois parents purchase e-bikes, electric scooters, and other micromobility devices for their children. They offer independence, outdoor recreation, and an exciting way to spend time with family and friends. They also represent one of the fastest-growing areas of serious injury that we see as personal injury lawyers. Over the past several years,…

Cruise control has been a common feature in American vehicles for decades. Unlike adaptive cruise control, which automatically adjusts a vehicle’s speed based on surrounding traffic, manual (or conventional) cruise control simply maintains a driver-selected speed until the driver brakes, disengages the system, or accelerates. While this feature can reduce driver fatigue on long highway…

Every year, thousands of families lose loved ones because someone made the reckless decision to get behind the wheel after drinking or using drugs, leading to a serious DUI accident. While decades of education campaigns and stricter DUI laws have helped reduce impaired driving compared to historic highs, recent years have seen troubling signs that…

Electric bicycles have exploded in popularity across Illinois. From commuters in downtown Chicago to recreational riders on the Prairie Path and Fox River Trail, e-bikes offer an affordable, environmentally friendly, and convenient way to travel. However, many riders are unaware that not all e-bikes are treated the same under Illinois law. Illinois recognizes three separate…

Motorcycle riders face a significantly greater risk of serious injury than occupants of passenger vehicles. While helmets are proven to reduce the likelihood of traumatic brain injuries and fatalities, Illinois remains one of the few states that does not require motorcycle riders to wear helmets. This often leads injured riders to ask an important question…

Losing a loved one because of someone else’s negligence is one of the most devastating experiences a family can endure. Beyond the emotional grief, surviving family members are often left facing unexpected funeral expenses, medical bills, lost household income, and uncertainty about the future. While no lawsuit can undo such a tragic loss, a wrongful…

Many Illinois drivers have heard the same warning from parents, driving instructors, or friends: “Don’t drive barefoot, it’s illegal.” While this is one of the most common driving myths in America, it simply isn’t true. If you’ve ever kicked off your flip-flops after leaving the beach or driven home barefoot after a day at the…