Don’t Take On Legal Challenges On Your Own
While the holiday season is drawing to a close, winter is in full swing all over the nation. In Illinois, many drivers are not looking forward to poor road conditions caused by winter storms. While you cannot always prevent accidents from happening, there are steps...
Of all the seasons, one of the most hazardous is winter. With heavy Illinois snows and the ice that comes with it, everyone has to take extra precautions when outside. It is easy to slip and fall on unseen ice buried beneath the snow. For homes and businesses, the ice...
Critics have long said that Illinois’ legal system is disproportionately harsh on low- and middle-income citizens compared to the wealthy. Excessive fines and fees for traffic offenses, DUIs and other violations can hurt access to employment, transportation and...
Illinois, like several other states in 2019, implemented a new distracted driving law looking to hold motorists accountable for their actions behind the wheel. According to the Illinois Tollway, more than 11,000 distracted driving crashes occurred in the state between...
Dogs may be known as a man’s best friend. But not every k9 is well-trained or has a responsible owner, which can put anyone who gets in its way at risk. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 4 million dog bites occur in the U.S. every...
As the days grow shorter, Illinois drivers will spend more time driving in the dark on their commutes, especially on their way home from work. This added darkness puts you at a higher risk of getting into a car accident. Unfortunately, daylight saving time makes it...
Fall is a beautiful time in Illinois. The leaves change to a rainbow of different colors that make the landscape stunning. However, soon after changing colors, leaves start turning brown and falling off the trees. You probably already know that leaves on roadways...
Drivers in Illinois may want to start taking extra precaution. That is because more deer are out on the roads, according to the Illinois Department of Transportation. Since fall is typically the start of deer mating season, they often become more active in the morning...
Improving road safety has long been a point of emphasis for the United States government. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has now seen positive results for a second consecutive year. Highway deaths fell by 2.4% in 2018. This trend has continued into...
Illinois has strict penalties for DUI drivers, which may include the suspension of your driver’s license. Losing your driver’s license can have a massive impact on your life. Illinois is one of the states that does not automatically reinstate your license after a DUI....