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Every state contains trailer laws that drivers must abide by, and Illinois is no exception. Failing to follow the Illinois trailer laws can harm you and other drivers. Find out what trailer laws you must know and how our legal team can help you when facing a trailer law violation. Let Taxman, Pollock, Murray,...

If you’re in Illinois and want to ride a scooter, the process may be more complex than you believe. Illinois has special requirements when it comes to mopeds. If you own an electric scooter or moped, you should know what regulations to follow and what to do in the event of an accident. Read...

As an Illinois driver, it's important to know about the state's window tint laws. A lack of knowledge will not prevent you from being punished by the law. Here are some of the window tinting rules and regulations you want to keep in mind from Taxman, Pollock, Murray & Bekkerman, LLC. Measurement of Window...

If you have been injured due to the negligent actions of someone else in the Chicago area, you may very well need to file an injury lawsuit in order to recover compensation for your losses. You also probably want to know how quickly you can recover compensation. Here, we want to discuss the various...

If you or somebody you care about sustained an injury caused by the negligent actions of another entity or individual in Chicago, you should be able to recover compensation for your losses. However, doing so requires proving the other party's negligence. But what does it mean to prove negligence? Here, we want to examine...

If you or somebody you care about sustains an injury caused by the actions of another individual or entity, you may very likely need to file a lawsuit to recover compensation for your losses. However, we strongly encourage you to reach out to a skilled Chicago injury lawyer who has extensive experience handling these...

After a vehicle accident that causes property damage occurs, the incident typically turns into an insurance claim relatively quickly. It may be the case that an insurance carrier determines that a vehicle is a “total loss.” Consulting with lawyers for car accidents in Chicago can help you navigate this process and ensure fair treatment....

Whether you are a resident or a visitor in Illinois, you need to know the traffic laws in order to remain safe and legal on the roadway. This is particularly true for laws surrounding passing vehicles. Passing other vehicles, regardless of the situation, does involve some risk of crashing, and it is crucial to...

Anytime a vehicle accident occurs in Illinois, there will most likely be some sort of investigation related to the incident. Most crashes are reported to law enforcement officials who come to the scene, conduct an initial investigation, and fill out an accident report. However, that is not always where the investigation ends. Sometimes, there...

Most people thoroughly understand the importance of traffic laws, including speed limits, the need to stop at stop signs and stop lights, and the need to yield the right of way. However, understanding how to respond to school buses when they stop is critical. The lives of children and the safety of others are...