Trains present a unique issue to the safety of those in the Chicago area. While many utilize the CTA elevated trains, and others use Amtrak or Metra to commute longer distances, some avoid trains in their entirety and see them only from a distance. Yet regardless of your level of…
If a driver is involved in a collision in Chicago, the laws require that motorist to remain at the scene to provide relevant information or until cleared by police officers. Yet despite this, many drivers who find themselves in a crash choose to flee the scene, disregarding the laws and…
In a city the size of Chicago, there is a constant need for construction. Whether it is repair work to the existing roads, the erection of new buildings, or even retrofitting existing structures, construction is happening twelve months a year in this area and is the source of countless jobs. Construction…
Often, the victims of Chicago car accidents are not sure of the rights they possess. They may wonder who is liable for their damages or whether they are entitled to payment for the harm they suffered. These are common questions asked of personal injury attorneys in the city because until…
An average Chicago driver will find herself involved in multiple car accidents over the course of her life. Some may be blamed on the fault of a driver, some may be blamed on poor weather or on a mechanical failure. And some may be difficult to determine fault. If a…
CTA buses can be seen around Chicago on any day of the week and during any time of the year. According to the CTA, there are more than 1,800 buses in its fleet and providers almost one million rides on weekdays. There are so many people using the CTA buses…
A tire blowout accident or a collision caused by a defect in a tire can happen at any time during the year, yet the cold winter months are some of the most common. The extreme weather conditions that Chicago faces this time of year puts particular stress on standard tires…
If you drive in Chicago, you know that many of the city’s streets are in disrepair. Some areas are cracked, broken, or not maintained, leading to bumpy and uncomfortable rides for motorists. Often, these conditions pose not just an annoyance but a safety concern when potholes appear and are not…
No one wants to be involved in a car accident. It is never a pleasant experience, always an inconvenience, and usually a costly incident that leaves it mark for some time after the actual impact takes place. However, millions of Americans become the victims of collisions each and every year…
When two or more people are involved in an accident, the laws in Illinois can be confusing about who is to blame and who is legally responsible for the damage. Making it more complicated is that the fault assigned by a police officer may not be the same as the…