Burns are one of the most common types of injuries experienced by Americans. In fact, an estimated 1 million burns happen every year, and roughly half of those are significant enough to require medical attention. Burns can be caused by fire, friction, hot liquid, hot steam, or other means and…
If you are in Chicago today, you will notice the bitterly cold temperatures that greet you the moment you step outdoors. If you were hoping the weather would warm up or even break just a little, you are in for disappointment as this cold wave is expected to last at…
Right now, Las Vegas is hosting CES, the Consumer Electronics Show and one of the most anticipated annual events in the tech world. Last year, more than 170,000 visitors participated in CES which took over approximately 2.2 million net square feet of exhibit space. With so much room and so…
When you drive a vehicle in Chicago, you agree to follow all the laws that apply to driving in the area. This means that you must stop at stop signs, obey the speed limit, and yield the right-of-way when appropriate. It also means that if you happen to be involved…
When was the last time you had your car’s tires inspected by a mechanic or other individual knowledgeable about their structure? If you are like the average driver in Chicago, it has probably been too long since you gave serious thought to your tires, but that could be a major…
When the actions of another person affect your life, the laws in Illinois may provide an avenue toward financial relief. Civil claims can allow injured or harmed individuals to get their day in court and to obtain monetary compensation for the suffering they endured. But in some cases, no amount…
Countless Americans drive a vehicle for a living. Whether it is an 18-wheeler, a school bus, a garbage truck, or a taxi cab, there are citizens who spend the entirety of their working days on the roads. And even more drive at some point during their day and while on…
When it comes to the holidays, not all are equal when considering the threat they pose to public safety. Chief among them is New Year’s Eve, an annual tradition where Chicagoans join together with family and friends to close out the end of one year and to welcome in the…
When the calendar rolls over to January 1, 2016, many new laws will take effect across the State of Illinois covering any number of conceivable activities. Two of those laws in particular take direct aim at the safety of residents who use the roadways by attempting to make drunk driving…
This morning, many commuters will once again be on the roads, returning to their jobs after a likely break for a long holiday weekend. That alone can present a risky situation as some will be rushing to make it to the office for the first time in days, but things…