Category: Motor Vehicle Accidents

If you were injured in an accident, our motor vehicle accident blog articles feature important resources and information that can help you recover.

Lawyer working on documents. How to choose a car accident lawyer
24 Dec, 2024

How to Choose a Car Accident Lawyer

Research Personal Injury Lawyers A recent study found that 91% of participants with a lawyer received a payout, compared to 51% without. Even after accounting for attorney fees, those with legal representation received about three times more compensation. If you are considering suing after a car accident, a personal injury...

Teenage Driver Suffering Whiplash Injury Traffic Accident Rubbing Neck With Hand. How Does Car Insurance Work in a Personal Injury Case
20 Dec, 2024

How Does Car Insurance Work in a Personal Injury Case? 

How does car insurance work in a personal injury case? After a crash, you have the right to recover damages from the at-fault party. If the other party wasn’t at fault, you are liable for covering their damages. Regardless of what side of the equation you are on, car insurance...

Statute of limitations (SOL) on a court desk with wooden gavel, books, pen and eyeglasses. How long after an accident can you sue
22 Nov, 2024

How Long After an Accident Can You Sue in Peoria?

What Is the Statute of Limitations for an Injury Lawsuit? The statute of limitations is a law that specifies deadlines for accident victims to file lawsuits against other individuals or entities. Under this law, people who sustain injuries in accidents have a two-year window from the accident date to file...

Car crash traffic accident scene paramedics saving life of the victim lying down on a stretcher. Types of car accident injuries
29 Oct, 2024

Types of Car Accident Injuries

What Are the Most Common Types of Car Accident Injuries in Illinois? Injuries sustained in a collision can be broadly classified into two categories: impact and penetrating injuries. Impact injuries occur when a person collides with the car's interior or is thrown out of the vehicle, leading to contact with...

Paper cut shaped person and umbrella with workers compensation written and a hundred dollar bill rolled. What types of injuries or illnesses are covered by workers' compensation
29 Oct, 2024

What Types of Injuries or Illnesses Are Covered by Workers’ Compensation?

What Is Workers’ Comp? Workers' compensation insurance provides financial protection for employees injured on the job. Benefits offered to injured workers cover their medical expenses and lost wages during recovery. Workers' compensation benefits are determined by the severity of the injury, the cost of your medical treatment, and wages you...

Judges court gavel silhouette with Settlement stamp. How Are Car Accident Settlements Paid
30 Sep, 2024

How Are Car Accident Settlements Paid?

The Car Accident Settlement Process in Illinois Understanding the car accident settlement process in Illinois can help you get fair compensation. The settlement process can be long and tedious, so getting experienced car accident lawyers involved is advisable. The following steps you will make you much likelier to receive a...

Red truck on the road with a stop sign in front. Truck Accident Case
30 Sep, 2024

How Do Hours of Service Regulations Impact a Truck Accident Case?

What Are the Hours of Service Regulations in Illinois? Illinois enforces hours of service regulations through the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), setting limits on the amount of time commercial vehicle drivers can spend behind the wheel. These regulations, overseen by the FMCSA, are crucial for ensuring road safety,...

The large truck lies in a side ditch after the road accident. How Does the Black Box Help a Truck Accident Case
6 Sep, 2024

How Does the Black Box Help a Truck Accident Case?

What Information Is Stored in a Black Box? Black boxes, or Event Data Recorders (EDRs), monitor and record vehicle information. These computerized systems only record data when a driver is behind the wheel and the vehicle is moving. They keep track of driver safety, monitor vehicle’s operation on the road,...

Cabin of a truck injured during an accident. Steps to Take After a Truck Accident
30 Aug, 2024

Steps to Take After a Truck Accident in Bloomington

What Are the Steps to Take After a Truck Accident? After a truck accident, it's important to take immediate steps to avoid mistakes and legal complications. Truck vs. car accident statistics show that in Illinois, there were 295,604 motor vehicle crashes in 2021, with 12,040 involving tractor-trailers and 9,261 involving...

Worker in neck brace with broken arm and businessman in blue jacket shaking hands with his lawyer. Should You Hire a Truck Accident Lawyer
30 Aug, 2024

Should You Hire a Truck Accident Lawyer for Your Injury?

The Legal Complexities of Truck Accidents in Illinois Large commercial trucks cause life-altering injuries and fatalities when they get into accidents. Truck vs. car accident statistics show that a truck has a higher risk of causing a fatal crash than a car. A fully loaded tractor-trailer can have up to...

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