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Did Another Driver’s High Beams Cause Your Crash?

High beams are often hazardous to other drivers. Drivers who use them negligently may cause accidents, making them liable for injuries and other damages. However, victims will need to be able to prove that another driver’s negligent use of high beams caused the accident when filing a claim. When High Beams Become a Hazard Oftentimes, […]

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What to Do When Your Car Was Towed After a Chicago Crash

A person who is involved in a car accident may have his or her vehicle towed. As a result, steps to reduce the potential hazards and expenses of towing need to be taken. The following are some things to keep in mind if a vehicle is towed following a crash in Chicago. The Cost of Towing a Vehicle […]

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10 Secrets to Obtaining a Fair Car Accident Settlement

In addition to hiring a car accident attorney to help with negotiations, there are numerous secrets that can help injured victims reach a fair settlement when dealing with insurance companies. Insurance adjusters aren’t on the side of the accident victim and will work to reach the lowest settlement possible. However, following these tips can increase […]

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Did Your Crash Cause Vestibular Disorder?

Car accident victims may sustain vestibular disorder, which can vary greatly from person to person. While dizziness is a common symptom experienced following a vehicle accident, it may lead to other symptoms depending on the nature of the injury. Oftentimes, victims are diagnosed with whiplash, but injuries sustained may also cause vestibular disorder, a condition that affects […]

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COVID-19 Lawsuits: Is Uber Endangering the Public?

Popular rideshare companies Uber and Lyft have faced nearly identical lawsuits in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. The claim is that the companies have taken part in endangering the public by failing to follow state protocols by offering paid sick leave during the epidemic. This leaves exposed drivers choosing between their livelihood and the […]

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How to Document Your Car Accident

When possible, accident victims should immediately document as much information as they can without jeopardizing their and their passengers’ health and safety. Otherwise, it is easy to forget important information that may be helpful to their auto accident attorney if they choose to file a personal injury claim. Remember Safety First The first moments after […]

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Car Accidents Have Decreased for Third Year in a Row

While car accidents and fatalities continue to decrease each year, injuries and deaths from crashes that do occur should not be ignored. Thousands of drivers, passengers, and pedestrians suffer life-altering, even fatal injuries in motor vehicle collisions every year. Medical bills and loss of income from the inability to work can quickly lead to financial […]

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Injured by an Instacart Driver?

Victims of accidents involving Instacart drivers could have difficulty being compensated for their damages, including medical costs, loss of income, and property damage. Instacart requires their drivers to carry commercial insurance. But if they fail to verify such coverage, they should be held liable for damages. Independent Contractors Are Responsible for Their Own Insurance Unlike […]

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Robot Delivery Pods Take to the Streets: Car Accident Lawyers Prepare

Drivers need to beware of possible risks of accidents with self-driving vehicles. It is only a matter of time before robot delivery pods will be hitting big cities like Chicago and possibly increasing the risk of accidents for drivers. With the aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis and fears of future infectious diseases, the use of […]

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Why Springtime Weather Increases Your Risk of a Crash

Rainy weather, busier roadways, and more inexperienced drivers on the road during spring mean that the risk of being in a crash will increase. Drivers who cause accidents can be held responsible for the damages of those injured or also involved. April Showers Bring Danger to Roadways April showers may bring May flowers, but they […]