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.

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...

Young truck driver is with his vehicle at daytime. Can You sue a truck driver
30 Aug, 2024

Can You Sue a Truck Driver After an Accident?

Determining Liability in a Truck Accident In legal terms, liability means the legal responsibility to compensate someone for losses caused by your actions, or actions of others under your responsibility. The conduct required for liability varies by state law. Establishing liability involves determining who was responsible for the accident. While...

Car after a collision with a heavy truck. truck accidents
31 Jul, 2024

Truck Accidents on the Rise Pose a Threat to Public Safety

The Rise in Truck Accidents There was a 48% increase in truck crash fatalities from 2009 to 2019. Nearly 5,000 people lost their lives in truck crashes in 2020, averaging 14 fatalities per day. The number of truck-related crash injuries skyrocketed by 115%, averaging 436 injuries per day and totaling...

Man with hand in sling talking to insurance broker after workplace injury, how much do auto accident lawyers charge
28 Jun, 2024

How Much Do Auto Accident Lawyers Charge?

What Are the Different Fee Structures Attorneys Offer? Attorneys may offer their services under a variety of fee structures, including: Contingency Fee A contingency fee arrangement is the most common pricing structure among car accident lawyers. This structure allows you to receive legal services without paying any money upfront. The...

Fragments of a broken motorcycle on the pavement. hire a motorcycle accident lawyer
28 Jun, 2024

5 Reasons You Should Hire a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in Bloomington, Illinois

Why Should You Hire a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in Bloomington, Illinois? Motorcycle crashes are one of the most serious traffic accidents. These crashes often result in catastrophic injuries, permanent disabilities, and fatalities. In 2022, motorcycle accidents caused 2,395 injuries and 149 fatalities in Illinois. People involved in motorcycle accidents need...

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