Pedestrian Accident | November 4, 2021 Crosswalks should be areas where pedestrians can safely get across the street and not have to worry about speeding vehicles. Unfortunately, drivers tend to disregard crosswalk safety laws in Chicago and throughout Illinois. Here, our Chicago child injury lawyers want to discuss how to…
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Dangers of Distracted Walking
Pedestrian Accident | August 13, 2021 Pedestrians are incredibly vulnerable when they are on or around the roadways, particularly in larger cities like Chicago. Drivers and pedestrians alike need to remain vigilant at all times in order to prevent severe accidents from occurring. However, there are times when pedestrians are…
Who is at Fault if a Pedestrian Was Hit While Jaywalking in Chicago?
Pedestrian Accident | November 12, 2020 Walking across the street could turn into a dangerous proposition for pedestrians. Pedestrians have very little protection from the force of a vehicle slamming into them, so any impact with the vehicle could result in severe injuries. Here, our Chicago pedestrian accident lawyers want…
Illinois Crosswalk Laws
Pedestrian Accident | October 13, 2020 Accidents occur in a variety of ways throughout the state of Illinois. Unfortunately, pedestrians are often involved in vehicle accidents in this state, and they regularly happen because of a violation of crosswalk laws. It is vital that both pedestrians and drivers understand the…
Crucial Steps to Take After a Pedestrian Accident
Pedestrian Accident | August 12, 2020 No one expects to be involved in a pedestrian accident, but the reality is that these incidents are not uncommon in Illinois. According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, there were more than 5,000 total pedestrian crashes during the latest reporting year of data…