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When you operate a vehicle, chances are you will share the road with a semi-truck, particularly if you have to drive on the highways or Interstate. When you do share the roadway with larger trucks, there are various steps that you can take to ensure your safety and the safety of those around you....

Anytime a person sustains an injury or property damage caused by the careless or negligent actions of a truck driver or trucking company, they should be able to recover compensation either through an insurance settlement or a personal injury lawsuit. However, individuals often wonder how long it will take for a truck accident case...

Truck drivers are strictly regulated when it comes to how long they are allowed to operate their vehicles during each day and during a work week. These regulations are put into place for a reason, as they prevent driver fatigue. Unfortunately, there are still times when truck drivers operate vehicles while fatigued behind the...

Accidents involving commercial trucks often result in significant property damage and major injuries. When these incidents occur, it is imperative for those involved to immediately begin to take steps to ensure their well-being and to help them secure maximum compensation. As we review these steps, please keep in mind that these situations can be...

Sideswipe accidents can be dangerous for any motorist, but particularly for motorcyclists. These incidents could lead to an impact that causes a motorcyclist to immediately crash the bike, or they could force the motorcyclist into oncoming lanes of traffic or off-road. Here, we want to discuss how motorcycle sideswipe accidents occur, some common injuries...

Traumatic brain injury, also referred to as intracranial injury, is caused by an external impact, such as a blow or jolt, or a penetrating injury, such as a gunshot, to the head. This trauma may cause the brain to shift or twist within the skull cavity or to change its use of chemicals and...

Unfortunately, motorcyclists are more susceptible to severe head and brain injuries than others when a crash occurs. Brain injuries can lead to significant short- and long-term symptoms for victims. Here, we want to review some of the most common symptoms that you need to look out for right away as well as possible long-term...

Any motorcyclist involved in an accident is susceptible to a concussion. The reality is that motorcyclists are not as well protected from head injuries as those inside traditional vehicles, and a concussion could lead to significant short and possibly some long-term symptoms. Here, we want to discuss what a motorcyclist needs to do if...

Motorcycle accidents often lead to devastating injuries and extensive property damage for individuals in Illinois, and crash victims should be able to recover compensation for their losses if the incident was caused by the actions of someone else. However, determining fault in these situations is challenging. Here, we want to discuss how liability is...

Many states around the country have laws implemented regarding helmet use for motorcyclists. Illinois is not one of them. Here, we want to discuss what the law says about helmet use for motorcyclists in Illinois, as well as the reason why all riders are encouraged to wear helmets at all times when their bike...