Semi Truck Accident FAQs Blog Semi-Tractor-Trailer Accidents: FAQs On Father’s Day weekend in Central Illinois, a 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee was carrying two people. They were traveling northbound on I-55 north of Pontiac when the unthinkable happened and they collided with the back of a semi-tractor-trailer. Both vehicles were merging into the left lane on the highway as the...
Probate Court FAQs Blog Probate Court FAQs: Does Your Case Require Probate Approval? When a loved one passes away, the last thing you want to think about is dealing with the logistics of that person’s death. But, unfortunately, there are items that must be dealt with properly particularly if they left behind an estate that now needs to...
Social Media Posts in Court Blog Is Social Media Content Admissible in Court? It is hard to believe that not long ago we lived in a world where social media did not exist. It was a time when we did not particularly want our friends, associates, or foes to know what we ate for breakfast or where we vacationed. Well,...
Learn what top attorneys say about hiring a lawyer for a commercial vehicle crash We asked 14 experienced accident attorneys the question: “Why hire a lawyer for a commercial vehicle accident?” Crashes involving commercial vehicles and semis cause some of the worst imaginable injuries. The size, speed, and mass of a commercial truck or semi-truck...
Riding a Motorcycle in Illinois: Facts, Tips, and FAQs There is a long tradition of riding motorcycles across the U.S. and the state of Illinois is no exception. From the long road trips down lonely interstate highways to the inner-city commutes, there are many reasons people get inspired or motivated to hop on a bike...
Accidents and the United States Postal Service: Facts and FAQs When accidents occur, people don’t often think of the offender being a mail truck for the United States Postal Service. But it happens more often than you think! Dealing with an accident that involves the USPS is also more complicated than you might imagine. The...
Hit-and-Run Accidents You approach a traffic light and come to a stop. Everything seems normal when out of nowhere you get rear-ended. You are in shock, afraid, confused, and in pain. You look in your rearview mirror and the vehicle that struck your car is leaving the scene. Hit-and-run crashes can happen when you least...
COVID-19 and Daily Life in Illinois In Illinois, COVID-19 has affected all of our lives in ways that no one could have imagined. We cannot come and go as we please. If we do leave the house, we have to remember more than just our wallets and keys and now follow a completely different set...
Does the extent of damage to my car impact the payout on my personal injury case? Many clients wonder whether the severity of damage to their vehicle or the defendant’s vehicle impacts their personal injury claim and the ultimate value of the case. Under Illinois law, the short answer is NO according to the Illinois...
What do car accident lawyers do? When you’ve been injured in a crash, a car accident lawyer will ensure that all steps are taken to maximize the value of your case. An injured party can pursue a civil action against an at-fault driver for damages including your medical bills, wage loss, disfigurement, disability, loss of...
Why will an insurance company take your case to federal court? Some insurance companies believe that “removing” a case to federal court means they might get a better outcome there. In personal injury cases, venue (where your case will be heard) often plays an important role in your case. There can be a whole stage...
Can I sue if I fall on ice or snow in Illinois? Many people are often confused about what makes a snow and ice fall compensable. To the surprise of many, merely falling on snow or ice in front of a store or house is not enough. As discussed in this post, in order to...
For many motorcyclists, there is nothing more alluring than the call of the open road. Nothing sparks the imagination more than thoughts of a ride on a beautiful June day on a gently curving road. Unfortunately, as we can see from the news, far too often, motorcyclists end up with life changing injuries. In...
In our guide on hiring the right lawyer to handle your Illinois truck injury case, we created a comprehensive list of the things that are important for you to know if you are in a trucking accident in Illinois. We are following up on this guide with more answers to your frequently asked questions....
Update: We’ve answered more of your questions about getting into an accident with a USPS mail truck in our latest blog. We’ve covered the following topics: Statistics About the United States Postal Service Why do there seem to be so many accidents with USPS trucks? Who insures postal vehicles? Do I need a lawyer if...
How would you describe a slip and fall accident? Slip and fall accidents are one of the most common types of personal injuries that people can suffer from. A slip and fall can occur wherever there is any kind of trip hazard on public or private property, whether it is a slippery floor, an unmarked...
Know Your Legal Rights Have you been injured while traveling on a CTA bus? If so, it is critical that you know your legal rights and understand how to successfully pursue a personal injury claim against the CTA. Due to the expansive bus system, CTA bus accidents occur frequently and appear regularly in the news. ...
As a follow up to our introductory guide on trip and fall accidents that covers the de minimis rule and gives case examples, we’ve put together this FAQ. If you are injured because of a trip and fall on an uneven sidewalk or floor defect, here are answers to some questions you may have. What...
October is National Pedestrian Safety Month On September 29, The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launched the first ever National Pedestrian Safety Month this October. The goal for this month is to increase awareness about pedestrian safety and to remind drivers and walkers that staying safe is a shared responsibility. The NHTSA has provided...
Meet Charles First Generation College Student- Charles Graham Jr., Kryder Law Group First-Generation College Student Scholarship Recipient Charles Graham Jr., 31, of Houston, Texas, is the Kryder Law Group First-Generation College Scholarship winner. Mr. Graham is a law student at Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Southern Texas University. His powerful essay illuminates his diligence and...
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