Chicago Accident Lawyer Blog

Concrete islands, curb extensions and so-called “bump-outs” are often installed on Chicago streets in a...

Dogs are a part of everyday life in Chicago. We encounter them on sidewalks, in parks, in apartment buildings...

An e-bike rider may suffer the same physical impact as a motorcyclist while receiving far less protection. The rider has no passenger compartment, airbag, seat belt, or structural frame. A turning vehicle, open car door, blocked bicycle lane, pothole, broken pavement, or unsafe path can produce a head injury, fracture, spinal injury, or permanent scarring in seconds.

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A collision with a fully loaded tractor-trailer can change a family’s life in seconds. Unlike ordinary automobile accidents, truck accident cases involve federal safety regulations, multiple companies, electronic records, maintenance documents, and evidence that can disappear quickly if it is not preserved.

The first hours after a truck crash are often the most importa...

Electric bicycles have become part of everyday life in Chicago. Every day thousands of riders share the road with motorists. Unfortunately, as the number of e-bikes has increased, so have serious collisions. Illinois law places duties on both motorists and governmental entities. Understanding those duties can make the difference between recovering compensation and walking awa...