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
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
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
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
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? 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
Auto insurance claim adjusters work for insurance companies, and their job is to deal with claimants. If you have been in an accident, and are intending to file an insurance claim, it’s likely that you will be dealing with an auto insurance claim adjuster. The claim adjuster will be your main contact with the insurance
If you’ve been involved in a car accident with an Uber—whether as a passenger, driver, or third party—you may be wondering who’s on the hook for the damage. The answer depends on timing, fault, and whether the Uber driver was actively using the app at the time of the crash. Uber provides limited coverage in
Distracted driving is any activity that diverts your attention from driving. There are 3 types of distracted driving. These are visual, which is taking eyes off the road, manual, which is taking one or both hands off the wheel, and cognitive, when the drivers’ attention is taken away from driving. In previous years, most safety
Trucking accidents caused by tire blowouts are common, and the victims are sometimes at a loss on who to sue or where to get legal redress. Do you sue a trucking company for a blown out tire, or do you go after the truck driver? There are multiple parties that can bear legal liability for
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