You probably ride a motorcycle for more than one reason. For example, not only does your bike allow you to satisfy your craving for adventure, but it is also an effective way to get to your destination. If you regularly ride in traffic, though, you must realize lane...
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What is a highway-rail grade crossing incident?
There are various ways to categorize different accidents involving railroad workers. By categorizing, it makes it easier to see which types of accidents pose the greatest risk to workers. Furthermore, it can help with developing stronger safety standards and helping...
4 things to photograph after car accident
Following any car accident, you must take certain steps to protect yourself and boost your odds of receiving fair compensation for your injuries. Specifically, you should do your best to document the accident scene. Because a picture is worth a thousand words, you...
The importance of witness statements after a collision
Not every car accident claim is straightforward. When the cause of the crash is alcohol, which happens quite frequently around Illinois, there is generally no more need for evidence because it is obvious who is at fault. As auto accident lawyers in O'Fallon, IL we...
Illinois is cracking down on distracted driving
In 2010, Illinois became one of the first states to pass a law banning texting while driving. Cellphone ownership was common, and distraction-related driving accidents had jumped accordingly. As accident attorneys in O'Fallon, IL we see too many of these types of...
Hands-free calling while driving: not as safe as you might think
In a previous post, we discussed the new law in Illinois that prohibits cellphone use while driving. Under the law, drivers are not allowed to do anything that involves holding their cellphone in their hand anytime they’re on the road. We are O'Fallon, IL attorneys...
Your child’s trip to school may be more dangerous than you think
Mornings on a school day are always hectic. You’re rushing your child out of bed and out the door. If you’re lucky, they remembered to grab their lunch and backpack in the process. As injury lawyers in O'Fallon, IL, we represent children hurt on outings all too often....
Relaxing trucker drive-time rules a threat to public safety
Long-haul trucker drive-time rules and regulations exist to help prevent commercial truck drivers from driving while drowsy or fatigued, which can present a serious and substantial threat to everyone else traveling the nation’s roadways. For some time now, though,...
Stay safe during your next Uber or Lyft rideshare
Uber, Lyft and other rideshare services allow you to reach your destination without driving yourself. If you want to avoid looking for a parking spot, navigating traffic and the other mundane tasks that come with driving your own vehicle, taking a rideshare is a...
Emergency vehicles and distracted drivers
The glamor and fascination with firefighters, paramedics, EMTs and other medical first responders are legendary attractions both in Hollywood films and real life. The frontline of brave heroes draws followers. Mesmerized drivers stare at the drama of a rescue in...