Chicago drivers face some of the toughest road conditions in the country. A recent Forbes report ranked Chicago as the seventh worst city for drivers among the 47 most populated U.S. cities. The study considered four key factors: traffic congestion, road...
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3 most dangerous roads near Chicago
Navigating Chicago’s roads can be risky, especially on certain high-traffic routes known for accidents. Understanding which roads pose the greatest dangers helps drivers stay vigilant and prepared. Here are the three most dangerous roads in and around Chicago. Dan...
Facts about employee injuries in Illinois workplaces
Workplace injuries occur when employees suffer harm due to their job duties or work environment. These injuries can range from minor cuts and bruises to more severe conditions, including chronic illnesses or traumatic injuries. Workplace health issues can affect...
What could lead to a wrongful death claim?
Wrongful death occurs when one person takes the life of another. It can happen in a variety of ways and be intentional or unintentional. Illinois law allows you to bring a claim for wrongful death to court to seek damages from the other party. But you will need to...
What are possible complications from a pediatric brain injury?
If you have a toddler, you undoubtedly are enjoying watching him or her develop mentally and emotionally. Unfortunately, though, a traumatic brain injury during childhood can interfere with your child's normal brain development. It also can lead to a lifetime's worth...
What are the types of motor vehicle crashes?
One of the factors that can impact the severity of an auto accident is the type of crash. Some situations increase the likelihood of serious injuries and death. Travelers explains there certain common types of car accidents or impacts that may occur in a crash....
How does drowsiness impact drivers?
Drivers who hit the road without getting enough sleep could potentially jeopardize not only himself or herself, but also anyone else sharing the road with them. But exactly what makes drowsy driving such a risk? How does this drowsiness impact drivers? The myth of...
Car-related cyclist deaths on the rise in Chicago
Environmentalists and healthcare advocates have long promoted cycling as a healthy alternative to driving a car. Unfortunately, as the popularity of cycling increases in the city, deaths from accidents with motor vehicles are going up. Why are more cyclists dying and...
Can a car accident cause an intestinal tear?
If you are in a car accident, it is important to check yourself for injuries immediately. Broken bones, nerve damage and soft-tissue injuries typically have symptoms that are impossible to ignore, such as excruciating pain or loss of motion. Sometimes, though,...
Is a broken collarbone anything to worry about?
On both sides of your sternum, you have a collarbone. Officially known as clavicles, these collarbones connect your ribcage to your shoulders. Because of where your car's seatbelt crosses your midsection, it is possible to break a collarbone during a motor vehicle...