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When you are injured in an accident, determining who is legally responsible for your damages can be complex, especially if more than one party contributed to the harm you suffered. Illinois law recognizes that accidents often result from the combined negligence of multiple individuals or entities. In these situations, claims are not always straightforward. Understanding…

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…

When a tractor-trailer collides with a vehicle, the injuries are often catastrophic, and the trucking company behind that rig may bear responsibility far beyond the actions of the individual driver. Illinois law, together with federal trucking regulations, creates multiple paths to hold a local carrier accountable: vicarious liability for what its driver did, direct negligence…

Mopeds and small scooters are an affordable, convenient way to get around Illinois cities and suburbs, but they come with rules, risks, and sometimes confusion. In this blog, we provide a clear, practical guide to whether you need a license to ride a moped in Illinois, what else the law requires (registration, insurance, helmet rules),…

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…

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…

Motorcycle riders have debated it for decades: if your exhaust is loud enough, will nearby drivers notice you sooner and keep you safer? The slogan “Loud pipes save lives” is catchy and it feels true when you crack the throttle and watch heads turn. But feelings aren’t data. When you look at motorcycle accident statistics…

When a motorist and a bicyclist must use the same travel lane, often marked with a “sharrow”, the law still expects everyone to behave predictably and safely. If you’ve been hit while riding your bicycle in a shared lane in Illinois, here’s what to know about fault, insurance, your legal rights, and practical next steps,…

As a parent, few fears are greater than the thought of your child being struck by a vehicle. Unfortunately, this nightmare becomes a reality for some Illinois families when reckless drivers ignore stopped school buses. Despite strict traffic laws, flashing red lights, and stop-arm signals, some motorists still illegally pass school buses, putting children at…

If you or someone you love has suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI), you already know the toll it can take on your life. You may have trouble remembering things, concentrating, processing information quickly, or even controlling your emotions. These challenges can be frustrating, especially when doctors tell you your scans look “normal” or others…