Personal Injury Lawyer Blog in Springfield and Decatur, Illinois

Oct 27, 20212 min read

Strategies to Enhance Your Car Accident Claim: Advice from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Motor vehicle accidents happen every day in Illinois. If you’re a victim of one, it can be difficult to know how to proceed to make sure...

Statistics on Drunk Driving Accidents: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Oct 24, 20212 min read

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Statistics on Drunk Driving Accidents: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Alcohol plays a huge role in the number of fatal car accidents that occur in Illinois. In fact, drunk driving causes one-third of all car...

New Study Reveals Intriguing Factor in Car Accidents: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Oct 5, 20212 min read

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New Study Reveals Intriguing Factor in Car Accidents: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

A lot of car accidents may be prevented in Illinois if people did more walking. According to a recent study, a huge percentage of car...

Understanding the Impact of Being Hit by an Uninsured Driver: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Sep 9, 20212 min read

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Understanding the Impact of Being Hit by an Uninsured Driver: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Chances are that if you get into a car accident in Illinois, the driver who was at fault will have insurance. However, there are still...

The Hazards of Rural Road Driving: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Aug 25, 20212 min read

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The Hazards of Rural Road Driving: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

There is never an ideal time or place to be involved in a motor vehicle accident. However, you may be at greater danger of getting hurt...

The Perils of Distracted Drivers: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Aug 8, 20212 min read

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The Perils of Distracted Drivers: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Anything that can take your focus off of the road can be classified as a distraction. If you drive while using a cellphone, while under...

The Impact of Blanket Medical Authorization on Your Claim: Advice from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Jul 27, 20212 min read

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The Impact of Blanket Medical Authorization on Your Claim: Advice from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Even though traffic fatalities are comparatively rare, motor vehicle accidents often leave drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and others...

Seeking Solutions for Work Zone Car Accidents: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

May 23, 20212 min read

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Seeking Solutions for Work Zone Car Accidents: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Construction workers face many risks when their worksite is close to moving traffic. Drivers also face hazards from other vehicles and...

Safety Tips for Driving Through Construction Sites: Advice from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Apr 27, 20212 min read

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Safety Tips for Driving Through Construction Sites: Advice from a Personal Injury Lawyer

If you frequently drive through or near construction zones in Illinois, you know that navigating your way through an active construction...

After a Car Crash, Uncovering Underlying Injuries with a Personal Injury Lawyer's Help

Apr 19, 20212 min read

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After a Car Crash, Uncovering Underlying Injuries with a Personal Injury Lawyer's Help

Just because you can walk away from a minor vehicle crash does not mean you sustained no injuries. Injury symptoms are not always...

The Hazards of Driving to Work: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Apr 4, 20212 min read

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The Hazards of Driving to Work: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Commuting to work may feel like little more than a part of your daily routine. However, there are many potential dangers that might be...

Identifying a Trucker's Blind Spots: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Mar 21, 20212 min read

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Identifying a Trucker's Blind Spots: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

If you frequently drive in or around Springfield, you undoubtedly see dozens of commercial vehicles. After all, I-72 and I-55 offer...

Exploring Options for Getting Medical Bills Paid After an Accident: Advice from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Feb 19, 20212 min read

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Exploring Options for Getting Medical Bills Paid After an Accident: Advice from a Personal Injury Lawyer

The possibility of an auto accident is an unfortunate reality for Illinois residents each time they travel in a car. It’s important to...

Illinois' Work Zones Experience Between 4,500 and 5,500 Crashes Every Year: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Dec 10, 20202 min read

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Illinois' Work Zones Experience Between 4,500 and 5,500 Crashes Every Year: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Road work is a necessary evil across Illinois’ roadways, and it becomes increasingly common as communities expand and the number of...

Unraveling the Hazards of Winter Driving: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Dec 4, 20202 min read

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Unraveling the Hazards of Winter Driving: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Lowered temperatures and falling snow can interfere with the ability to safely control a motor vehicle. However, many factors can...

Managing Insurance Companies After an Accident: Guidance from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Nov 14, 20202 min read

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Managing Insurance Companies After an Accident: Guidance from a Personal Injury Lawyer

If you’ve been in a car accident in Illinois, dealing with an insurance company is usually the last thing you want to do. When the other...

Dealing with Accidents Involving Uninsured Drivers: A Personal Injury Lawyer's Perspective

Nov 9, 20202 min read

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Dealing with Accidents Involving Uninsured Drivers: A Personal Injury Lawyer's Perspective

No one wants to be involved in an automobile accident. It can leave victims in serious injury situations, not to mention loss of their...

Determining Liability: Who's Responsible if I'm Injured in a Rear-End Crash? Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Nov 4, 20202 min read

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Determining Liability: Who's Responsible if I'm Injured in a Rear-End Crash? Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

You were just wrapping up running errands on a Saturday afternoon. After finishing grocery shopping, you are on the way home when you...

Stay Ahead: Brush Up on Safe Driving Practices with a Personal Injury Lawyer

Sep 8, 20202 min read

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Stay Ahead: Brush Up on Safe Driving Practices with a Personal Injury Lawyer

Driving is something people do nearly every day. And after years of doing the same thing, people can fall into a sense of comfort and...

Identifying the Most Pressing Road Safety Risks: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Jul 29, 20202 min read

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Identifying the Most Pressing Road Safety Risks: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Car accidents in Illinois happen for many reasons, and often, they are completely preventable with cautious and attentive driving. Human...