More residents of Illinois and the rest of the United States are choosing SUVs over traditional sedans. Yet, these large, heavy vehicles often do significant damage when they strike pedestrians. Some automakers have begun to modify the body styles of their SUVs to cut...
Oftentimes assigning fault for a car accident in Illinois may be more difficult than you may think. While the results of a driver's actions are often apparent, the cause of them may not be so. Many people come to us here at Cassian & Carter, LLC describing the...
People sometimes escape car accidents without obvious harm. Even if you do not have a clear injury, one might still affect you. The true impact may become evident at some point in the future. According to SaferAmerica, car accidents cost the United States...
Through a variety of efforts, the U.S. has reduced traffic deaths, accidents and injuries since the 1960s. Still, the impact of motor vehicle accidents in states such as Illinois and throughout the country remains high. Not only do accidents cause deaths and personal...
Riding a motorcycle can be a thrilling experience but it also comes with the added risk of injury or death if an irresponsible driver does not see you. One possible injury is road rash. This could happen if another vehicle hits you and causes you to impact against a...
In an auto accident, the sudden impact of your vehicle could cause your head to hit a solid surface. This may result in a traumatic brain injury. A TBI is something you should seek medical help for as soon as you can. The problem is that sometimes a blow to the head...
From daily commutes and exercise routines to family rides through the park, bicycling can be a fun and healthy way to get from point A to point B while enjoying the outdoors. Unfortunately, even a careful cyclist may face serious risks, especially when sharing the...
If you find yourself in a traffic collision, you could face various hardships. Financial difficulties, physical pain and immobility affect many victims. It is helpful to take a look at crash statistics in order to understand the scope of the problem. Every day,...
People may get into a car accident for many reasons. One of the most preventable factors is distractions behind the wheel. Distracted driving has the capacity to result in fatal collisions. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, distracted...
As people in Illinois and across the U.S. have experienced an increase in stress, the frustration often comes out on the road. Road rage is a major issue throughout the nation, and can lead to serious accidents, injuries and death. According to the National Highway...