After a car accident in Illinois, it is important for you to stay alert for signs of possible serious injury. At Clark Frost Zucchi, we know that sometimes the symptoms do not show up for several hours, and you may feel relatively normal in the interim. One of the...
The rate of motorcycle deaths is hardly improving. While the spike in fatalities is worse in the Sunbelt States, Illinois has also had its fair share of motorcycle deaths. Many people argue that impaired and distracted driving is the primary cause of this. Drivers...
Contrecoup injuries are fairly common after falls or car accidents in Illinois. A contrecoup is a particular type of injury to the brain. According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, the result of a contrecoup injury is focal, meaning that it only...
Distracted driving is among the leading causes of accidents on U.S roads. Common forms of distracted driving include the use of electronic devices, eating while driving, smoking and other occupants, among many others. When these elements contribute to an accident, you...
With winter fast approaching, business owners in Illinois must take extra steps to ensure the safety of their clients and employees. Snow and ice can result in slips and fall accidents, and companies may be liable if the condition was preventable. According to...
Illinois residents know that commercial trucking is an important mainstay in today's society and economy. Getting products from manufacturers to store shelves or delivering items purchased online directly to consumers' homes, trucks of various sizes are used...
It is no surprise that thousands of people in the state of Illinois choose to ride a motorcycle. They are extraordinary gas efficient, low profile, and a lot of fun. No matter what your reasons are for riding a motorcycle, however, they can be very dangerous. Many...
You already know texting behind the wheel dramatically increases the risk of an auto accident. Illinois is cracking down on distracted drivers with a new law on smartphone use that took effect on July 1, 2019. Texting and driving is now charged as a moving violation...
Even though the skull and cerebrospinal fluid surround the brain for protection, it remains fragile and susceptible to injuries. Brainline.org explains that the type of traumatic brain injury typically has a strong influence on how a person may recover. Penetrating...
The high ground clearance of a semi-truck leaves enough room between the road and the bottom of the trailer that a car can slide underneath: an underride accident. There are a number of different scenarios on the Illinois roadways when this could happen, such as a...
