Every driver wants to avoid a car accident, even though we all make mistakes at some point that could result in one. However, there are certain things drivers do that increase not only their risk of crashing but also the chances that an accident is fatal. Risk factors...
Motor vehicle accidents: 10 injured in tractor-trailer crash
The dangers of distracted driving are often well-publicized. Unfortunately, some people may mistakenly believe that a cellphone is the only distraction in a vehicle. Reaching for an item or changing the radio station can often result in serious motor vehicle...
Motor vehicle accidents: Speeding a cause in fatal Illinois crash
Drivers are taught to drive defensively and to obey traffic laws. While doing so may go a long way toward avoiding motor vehicle accidents, even the safest of Illinois drivers is sometimes unable to completely avoid the negligent actions of others. Unfortunately, a...
Motor vehicle accidents: 3 killed in Illinois crash
While drivers must be vigilant at all times, extra vigilance is required when driving in heavy traffic, especially when there are construction projects in progress. Failure to do so could result in motor vehicle accidents with devastating consequences. In fact, police...
Motor vehicle accidents: 2 killed in Illinois crash
Most people in Illinois and across the country recognize the importance of tractor-trailers. They are able to move goods across the country relatively quickly and, typically, are driven by well-trained professionals; unfortunately, motor vehicle accidents involving...
Motor vehicle accidents: Illinois man accused of homicide
Every single person who has driven Illinois road has likely been tempted to exceed the speed limit. While people may let the needle on their speedometer creep over posted limits, doing so, especially when it involves driving excessively fast, can result in motor...
Illinois motor vehicle accidents: Motorcyclist seriously injured
Any driver who has encountered a motorcycle on an Illinois roadway likely knows that such vehicles can be more difficult to spot. As a result, there could be serious motor vehicle accidents involving motorcycles. However, visibility does not appear to have played a...
Illinois motor vehicle accidents: Tractor-trailer driver cited
There are many actions that defensive drivers can take to protect their safety. However, some motor vehicle accidents occur because of actions of others that cannot be avoided or anticipated. For example, police in Illinois believe that a recent car crash was caused...
Motor vehicle accidents: Illinois man killed in moped crash
People in Illinois often turn to alternative modes of transportation, including mopeds, for a variety of reasons. For example, these options are often cheaper and better for the environment. Unfortunately, people using such methods may be at risk for serious harm if...
Illinois motor vehicle accidents: Crash kills 2
Because many people in Illinois and across the country spend a significant amount of time behind the wheel, driving can often become routine, resulting in complacent drivers. However, due to the size of vehicles and the speed at which they travel, drivers must be...