Motor Vehicle Accidents

What Is the Average Payout for a Motorcycle Accident?

What is the average payout for a motorcycle accident? Every motorcycle crash has different circumstances, which will change the compensation amount. As such, it is difficult to determine what the average payout is for a motorcycle accident. Taking raw data, the cost of motorcycle accidents totals around $16 billion every year. Dividing this by the

How Do Car Insurance Companies Investigate Accident Claims?

After you file an auto accident claim, the insurance company immediately begins evaluating whether your claim is valid and how much it is worth. This process is known as a claim investigation, and it plays a critical role in determining whether you receive compensation and how much you ultimately recover. Insurance companies do not simply

What Evidence is Needed For a Car Accident Injury Claim?

What evidence is needed for a car accident injury claim? Collecting vital information from the other driver, including their name, address, driver’s license number, vehicle plate numbers, and insurance information, is the start of the evidence you will need to support your claim. Also, collecting any documentation, like the police report, receipts for repairs required for your

Do You Have to Go to Court for a Car Accident?

You may have to go to court for a car accident if you can’t reach a settlement agreement with the insurance company. The majority of car accident claims settle out of court, but there are some circumstances that lead the case to trial. It’s important to understand the situations warranting a trial for car accident cases and

Who Is Liable for Accidents When Traffic Signals Are Not Working?

Drivers or government agencies responsible for installing and servicing traffic signals might be liable for accidents when traffic signals are not working. Malfunctioning traffic lights pose a significant safety hazard to both motorists and pedestrians. On top of causing grievous injuries to motorists and pedestrians, these accidents also lead to significant property damage.  How Malfunctioning

40% of all pedestrians struck last year in Chicago were victims of hit-and-run crashes.

Did you know your auto-insurance policy can provide coverage even when you’re not in your car?Pedestrians who are struck by hit-and-run drivers should be able to rely on that policy for assistance. That’s a longstanding public policy in Illinois dating back to 1977, but it doesn’t mean you’re automatically covered. We represented Carmen Galaraza, a

What Does Car Accident Insurance Cover in Illinois?

If you suffered injuries in a crash in Chicago, you’re probably wondering, “What does car accident insurance cover in Illinois?” To answer your question, experienced injury lawyers will need to know more about the insurance policies available, their coverage limits, and who caused the accident. Our car accident attorneys at Ankin Law understand that there’s

Reviewing These Distracted Driving Facts Could Save Your Life

A distraction is anything that takes your attention away from driving, potentially leading to an accident. It is important for you to understand distracted driving facts, as it could increase your awareness and safety when you are behind the wheel. When driving, it is essential to be alert and attentive to avoid accidents that can

Was Your OBGYN Drunk While Seeing Patients?

Was your OBGYN drunk while seeing patients? Incidents of drunk medical providers seeing patients are common in Illinois. In fact, several lawsuits were filed in 2023 against a Chicago-area OBGYN who was drunk while seeing patients. You might have grounds for a medical malpractice claim if you or a loved one suffered harm at the hands