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Brake checking is never a good idea, even if somebody is tailgating you. You probably have a general understanding of what brake checking is. This is a technique in which a motorist deliberately applies their brakes, forcing the driver behind them to use their brakes or take evasive action to avoid a collision. Often,...

Uber and Lyft make it a little bit easier for Chicago residents and visitors to get from point A to point B, but what happens if your rideshare vehicle is involved in a vehicle accident with you inside? Unfortunately, Uber and Lyft accident claims can become complicated quickly, especially if the Uber driver was...

Accidents involving larger commercial trucks often result in complex injury and property damage claims. Any individual affected by a truck accident in Illinois should reach out to a skilled truck accident lawyer as soon as possible. If you have not yet begun the process of filing your truck accident claim, we encourage you to...

After a vehicle accident caused by the actions of another driver, you need to make sure you recover all of the compensation you are entitled to. This not only includes coverage of any medical expenses and property damage losses, but also compensation to cover your vehicle's “diminished value.” Defining Diminished Value After a Collision...

If you sustain a bicycle accident injury caused by the negligent actions of another driver or entity in Illinois, you will likely need to file a claim against the at fault party's insurance carrier to recover compensation. However, what happens if the insurance carrier denies the bike accident claim? Main Steps to Follow After...

If you sustain car accident injuries caused by the negligent actions of another individual or entity, you should be able to recover compensation for your losses. You may be able to recover compensation through an insurance settlement, or you may have to file a civil personal injury lawsuit against the other party. Regardless, if...

If you get injured in a vehicle accident, you should seek medical assistance as quickly as possible. Often, vehicle accident injuries are apparent right away, and individuals seek medical care at an emergency room. However, some car accident injuries, including brain injuries, may not show symptoms for quite some time after the initial incident....

The soft tissues of our body can sustain significant injuries as a result of a vehicle accident. A “soft tissue” refers to the parts of our body that support, connect, and surround other structures inside of our body. Soft tissues include muscles, ligaments, tendons, fascia, nerves, joint capsules, etc. Injuries to these areas of...

You probably don't think twice about letting a friend or family member borrow your vehicle for a quick trip to the store or maybe for a weekend getaway. However, what happens if someone gets into an accident while driving your vehicle? Our Chicago car accident attorneys have seen it repeatedly. In most situations, the...

Those injured in an accident due to the negligent actions of another driver are often able to recover compensation for their medical expenses. However, if an individual does not sustain any physical traumatic injuries in a vehicle accident, can they still recover compensation? It may be possible to recover compensation for other damages, but...