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What to know about Illinois’ distracted driving laws

November 26, 2019 Legal Team
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 2013-2017, with 79 of those crashes being fatal. Illinois was also rated as the tenth...
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Steps to take after a dog bite

November 20, 2019 Legal Team
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 year. Out of that...
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Why daylight saving time makes your work commute more dangerous

November 15, 2019 Legal Team
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 nearly impossible for you to avoid driving in the...
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Could wet leaves lead to injury?

November 15, 2019 Legal Team
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 become quite dangerous if they get wet. The same is true...
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