Driving at night definitely presents unique challenges, such as reduced visibility and driver fatigue. Another consideration is the increased presence of impaired drivers on the roads that night hours bring. Government data shows about one-third of all fatal crashes in the United States happened between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. Other factors like headlight glare,…
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Ask the Attorney: I Was on My Phone at the Time of an Accident – Does That Mean I’m Automatically At Fault?
Using a phone while driving can be considered negligence, but it doesn’t automatically mean you are at fault for an accident. However, being on the phone can significantly impact your liability and potential penalties. How is fault determined in a car accident? Fault is typically determined by proving that a party involved in the accident…
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Facts You Should Know About Winter Car Crashes
Did you know that more than 70 percent of roads nationwide are located in snowy regions and that nearly 70 percent of the U.S. population lives in those same snowy areas? Anyone who has driven in wintertime knows it can be dicey and dangerous. Annually, 24 percent of weather-related vehicle crashes occur on snowy, slushy,…
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Distracted Driving: Can You Prove it in an Accident Claim?
Distracted driving accidents are sadly a huge problem in today’s technology-dependent world. Recent state data shows that out of a yearly total of 295,888 motor vehicle crashes approximately 3.6 percent involved distracted driving. If you have been in an accident that you think involved distracted driving, how do you prove it? It can be challenging…
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Injured in an Accident in a Rental Car? Your Rights and Responsibilities
Most people will need to use a rental car at some point in their life, whether they are traveling or if their car is in the shop. Like driving any other type of vehicle, accidents can happen. If injured in a rental car accident, your rights and responsibilities will depend on the rental agreements, relevant…
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Ask the Attorney: I’ve already been involved in a car accident lawsuit. Will it be held against me if I try to collect for my injuries in a second accident?
That’s an excellent question and the answer is “maybe, it depends.” Whether a previous car accident lawsuit will impact your ability to collect for injuries in a later accident will depend on the specific details of the first case. What’s not in question is that you should definitely seek the counsel of an experienced personal…
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Neck and Upper Back Injuries in Car Accidents: What You Should Know
We tend to take our backs for granted. Only when we injure them do we realize that our backs help us do everything physically—move, bend, stand, and breathe. Suffering a back injury in a car accident can disrupt our daily lives, sometimes to the point of being incapacitating. Back pain, discomfort, and injury can take…
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Why Car Accidents are More Common in Summertime
On its face, it doesn’t make sense that car accidents are more common in the summer. The weather is mild and the days are longer so there are more hours with better visibility for drivers. But, the statistics for 2020 bear it out. The data shows that across the United States, April saw the fewest…
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Do I Need to Report My Accident to the Police in Chicago?
Whether you are legally bound to report your accident to the police depends on the specific facts of your case. However, it is always advisable to report the accident to the police even if it’s not required by law. A police report becomes a written third-party record of the accident and can be very important…
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Should I Still Get Medical Treatment If I Feel No Injuries After an Accident?
It happens to everyone. Once there’s been an accident, your adrenaline level skyrockets and your senses kick into overdrive. If there is no obvious injury, most people tend to conclude that they’re fine and don’t seek medical treatment. This is a mistake. Once your heart rate returns to normal and you put the shock of…
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