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Driving at Night? Proceed With Caution to Avoid a Car Accident
Recently, on the night of July 29, 2018, six tragic,
fatal injuries occurred in
motor vehicle collisions
throughout the city of Chicago. One accident occurred when
a woman was ejected from her motorcycle. Another accident
occurred after two teenagers crashed on the Far South
Side; both teens were killed. The only connection among
these fatal accidents is that they all occurred in
darkness.
According to the National Safety Council, the risk of fatal motor vehicle collisions is three times higher at night than in the daytime. Despite the fact that far fewer drivers drive during the night that at daytime, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that approximately 49% of all traffic fatalities occur at night. If you plan to drive in hours of darkness, practice extreme caution.
Drunk Drivers Continue to Cause Car Accidents on Illinois Roads
Recently, a man was charged with a DUI after his
involvement in a fatal three-vehicle crash in Schaumburg.
Emergency personnel were called to the scene shortly after
the accident, and one of the vehicle drivers passed away
from injuries hours after the collision. The 25-year-old
man was charged with the DUI, and he was allegedly driving
under the influence of illegal drugs when he collided with
two different vehicles before driving into a field off of
East Schaumburg Avenue.
The tragedy marks just the latest motor vehicle accident involving drugs or alcohol in the greater Chicago area. If you or your family are impacted by the negligent and reckless actions of a drunk driver, finding proper legal representation can help you obtain the legal guidance and financial compensation you deserve.
Protecting Elderly Loved Ones From Fall Injuries and Elder Abuse
Every year, thousands of elderly Americans are injured
either at their homes in assisted living facilities. From
dangerous falls to physical and psychological abuse, the
pain and mistreatment that elderly family members may face
is staggering.
According to the National Council on Aging (NCOA), as many as five million elderly Americans could face elder abuse on an annual basis. Also concerning is the fact that one in every four Americans over the age of 65 are treated in the hospital for a fall-related injury each year. If your elderly family member suffers an injury or faces abuse at a nursing home, finding proper legal representation can ensure they receive the help they deserve.
Preventing Elderly Falls
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) estimates that every eleven seconds, an elderly American suffers a fall injury that requires hospitalization. Due to the prevalence and regularity of fall injuries among the elderly, you will want to do everything you can to protect their safety. If you believe an elderly family member may be susceptible to falling, increase their supervision, do not give them medication that impacts their balance and coordination, and always help them navigate stairs, slippery surfaces, and steep declines.
Aggressive Driving Accident Injures Seven on Lake Shore Drive
A recent high-speed crash on Chicago’s North Lake Shore
Drive is just the latest example of
car accidents
caused by aggressive driving in the state of Illinois. The
accident, which occurred around 1:30 a.m. on Monday,
August 13, ultimately injured seven people. The driver, a
28-year-old man driving a Honda Accord, was traveling at
speeds well above the speed limit when he lost control of
his vehicle and ran into an embankment. While no one was
killed in the collision, the accident serves as a reminder
of the tangible dangers of aggressive driving.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) defines aggressive driving as “the operation of a motor vehicle in a manner that endangers or is likely to endanger persons or property.” Studies conducted by the NHTSA found that aggressive driving played a significant role in over half of all highway fatalities from 2003 to 2007.
Chicago Bicyclist Injured in Motor Vehicle Collision
Every year, thousands of cyclists around the country are
injured in
bicycle crashes. Due to the limited protection afforded to cyclists in
these collisions, bicycle crashes can be accompanied by
severe, and even fatal, injury. Recently, Chicago area
cyclists were reminded of the inherent risks they face
every time they ride their bike.
On Tuesday, August 5th, a bicyclist traveling around North Avenue and Clark Street was injured when he was struck by a 2006 Mazda SUV. The driver of the Mazda fled from the scene and was later arrested after colliding with multiple law enforcement vehicles. For bicyclists around the Chicago area, the accident further proves just how dangerous riding your bike can be.
Bicycle Injuries Nationwide
Due in large part to the limited safety protection and small stature of bicycles in comparison to most motor vehicles, bicyclists are commonly injured in accidents involving automobiles. While bicycle fatalities only account for 2% of all roadway fatalities nationwide, 818 bicyclists were killed in accidents involving motor vehicles in 2015, and approximately 45,000 American cyclists suffered injuries. While this number represents a slight decline in total annual bicycle injuries, bicycle fatalities seem to be on the rise.
Violent Head-On Collision Results in Two Car Accident Fatalities
Two Chicago area teens were killed when their Subaru
sedan collided with a Chrysler 300 late Saturday night in
a high speed head-on collision. The collision, which
occurred on Doty Avenue in Chicago’s Far South Side,
serves as a sobering reminder of the violence of many
head-on collisions. All four passengers involved in the
collision suffered serious injury, with the two Subaru
occupants suffering fatal injuries.
Tragically, this accident was just one of many fatal head-on collisions that occur each year around the country. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), as many as six million automobile collisions occur each year nationwide. While head-on collisions are less common than rear-end collisions and other types of automobile accidents (head-on collisions account for 7% of all urban vehicular crashes and 13% of all rural accidents), they come with increased chances of fatal injuries.
Rear-End Collisions Can Result in Long-Term Injury
In 2017 alone, over 37,000 Americans were fatally
injured in
motor vehicle collisions
nationwide. An even greater number of Americans were
severely injured in automobile collisions but fortunately
survived without suffering fatal injuries. One of the most
common types of motor vehicle accidents are
rear-end collisions, with roughly 1.7 million occurring in the United States
each year.
A rear-end collision occurs when the front bumper of one vehicle collides with the back of another vehicle. While these types of collisions infrequently result in fatal injury, the damage to the vehicle that is struck and its occupants can be substantial. However, in many rear-end collisions, the harm to both the vehicle and the injured occupants can be difficult to detect at first. If you or a member of your family are involved in a rear-end collision, you should be sure to understand your options for pursuing compensation for your damages.
Keeping Your Teen Driver Safe From Car Accident Injuries This Summer
On Wednesday, July 25th, a Wheeling man was arrested
after colliding with a Chevrolet Equinox and killing a
Mount Prospect teenager. The 16-year-old driver was taken
to the Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, where she was
pronounced dead. While the teenager was not in violation
of traffic laws in any way, the accident was a stark
reminder for parents throughout the greater Chicago area
that young teens are at risk every time they travel via
motor vehicle.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), automobile collisions are the leading cause of death among American teens. In 2015 alone, 2,333 teens between the ages of 16 and 19 were killed in automobile collisions throughout the United States. If a member of your family is injured in a motor vehicle collision, a personal injury attorney can provide invaluable legal assistance and help you determine your options for pursuing the compensation you deserve.
Injury to Chicago Officer Shows Danger of Traumatic Brain Injuries
This July, an on-duty Chicago police officer suffered a
severe head injury in a crash in the Logan Square area.
The accident occurred when the officer’s Chevrolet Malibu
collided with a Pontiac sedan while driving through the
intersection of Kenzie Avenue and West Diversey Avenue.
Fortunately, The injuries suffered were non-fatal, but the
accident served as a reminder of the dangers of
head injuries.
Every year, more than two million Americans suffer traumatic brain injuries that require hospitalization. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), automobile collisions are the third leading cause of traumatic brain injuries nationwide. Tragically, the CDC estimates that an average of 153 people suffer fatal traumatic head injuries on a daily basis throughout the United States. If you or a loved one suffer a traumatic brain injury, it is incredibly important to receive the legal guidance your family deserves.
Motorcycle Accident Deaths Increasing in Illinois and Across the U.S.
A recent tragedy in Naperville reminded all Chicagoans
of the dangers of motorcycle riding. A young Aurora man
and his teen passenger were killed when their motorcycle
was struck by a Honda Civic at the intersection of Aurora
Avenue and Fort Hill Drive on Friday, July 2. The tragic
accident was just the latest motorcycle fatality in the
greater Chicago area, and the crash was the second
Naperville motorcycle collision that day.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 5,000 fatal motorcycle accidents occurred nationwide in 2016. Throughout the state of Illinois, more than 100 motorcyclists are killed in accidents each year. If you or a member of your family are injured in a motorcycle collision, contacting a knowledgeable personal injury attorney can be paramount in ensuring your family receives the help they deserve.
Contact a Lake County Vehicle Accident Attorney Who is Ready to Help You
If you or a member of your family has been injured in a motor vehicle accident, contact our office. Call 847-662-3303 to set up a free initial consultation at one of our four convenient locations. There is no risk because we only collect fees if you collect compensation. With offices in Libertyville, Waukegan, Richmond, and Chicago, we represent clients in Lake County, Cook County, DuPage County, and McHenry County.
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