On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | May 4, 2021 | Blog, car accident
People on the road depend on the drivers around them to obey the law. Every person has an obligation to consider the safety of the vehicles that share the road, and that includes keeping cellphones and other distractions put away while behind the wheel. Not everyone...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Apr 27, 2021 | Blog, car accident
If you are in a car accident, it is common to feel confused and a bit shaky. In this state, it can be hard to know what the proper steps are. Even if you are in a minor fender bender, there are certain things you should do to ensure your insurance covers your claim...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Feb 23, 2021 | car accident
As a motorist, you are probably aware of the hazards that lead to car accidents. Awareness alone is not enough to make the roads safer. Defensive driving skills are crucial in preventing motor vehicle collisions and improving road safety. Operating a motor vehicle is...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Feb 12, 2021 | car accident
As many of us have been teleworking for nearly a year now, we may forget the danger our roadways and highways present. After all, if we are just going out for a cup of coffee or a bagel for breakfast, what harm can a 10-minute drive bring. Unfortunately, regardless of...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Jan 20, 2021 | car accident
When you get hurt in an auto accident, some mistakes can compromise your ability to seek justice. Even when another driver has clear fault, his or her insurance company may attempt to limit your economic recovery. Avoid these errors after a serious auto accident to...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Jan 19, 2021 | car accident
Any time we get in our vehicles to go somewhere, we know there is a chance we may be involved in a car accident. Many of these accidents are caused by the negligence of one or more drivers. Negligence refers to breaching the duty you owe to other drivers, passengers,...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Dec 21, 2020 | car accident
Drowsy driving is a form of impaired driving that is more common than many people might realize. Fatigue reduces a driver’s ability to react quickly enough when driving, lowers awareness of potential hazards on the road and reduces attention, and the drowsier he is,...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Nov 3, 2020 | car accident
A lot of attention has been given lately to texting and driving. Laws have been passed in Illinois making texting and driving a moving violation, with enhanced penalties for multiple infractions or if the texting motorist causes another person to suffer “great bodily...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Oct 3, 2020 | car accident
If you are the victim of a minor traffic accident such as a rear-end collision, you may be a bit shaky afterward but otherwise, you feel OK. You may just want to go home and take it easy, but there are two good reasons to stop and see a doctor on your way. Common...
On Behalf of Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC | Sep 16, 2020 | car accident
Everyone knows that regardless of which city in our state one lives in, the roads can be dangerous. This is true on highways, interstates and even normal, less trafficked roads. An accident that required an airlift last Wednesday proves this point. The accident...
