Whether you’re driving on the Eisenhower Expressway, Lake Shore Drive, Rush Street or in one of the Chicago suburbs, you likely know how important it is to avoid distractions. A moment’s attention off the road can lead to a serious collision. People typically...
As the school year begins, many parents are preparing to send their children back to class, and some families may decide to let their kids walk or bike to school rather than take the bus. While these are healthy options that encourage exercise and independence, they...
School buses are efficient. They replace dozens of separate parent vehicles with one Municipal vehicle. They provide an opportunity for children to socialize with their peers or finish their homework before reaching school for the day. They can also help take the...
Pedestrian crashes are a concern for anyone who walks on or near public roads, but children are at particularly high risk. They may fail to properly monitor their surroundings and are more difficult for drivers to spot in traffic. Children crossing the street might...
As winter's icy grip tightens its hold on the Windy City, residents of Chicago find themselves grappling with a unique set of challenges. This is particularly evident when navigating treacherous road conditions caused by severe winter weather. As a resident, it helps...
As temperatures drop across Illinois, traffic risks increase. The winter months see some of the most severe crashes that occur in Illinois. Factors outside of people's control, including severe weather, generate increased risk for those on the road. Some people joke...
Any type of vehicle accident can lead to serious injuries. However, there is evidence that crashes involving semi-trucks tend to be more severe than others are, on average. The odds of a fatality are higher, as are the odds of more serious injuries – especially for...
The sudden, violent impact of a car accident can subject the people inside a vehicle to all kinds of forces that can result in a traumatic brain injury. Whether it’s a whiplash-related concussion, a penetration wound or a closed head injury, TBIs have the potential to...
Some people in Illinois are out on the roads almost daily, jogging or running to train for their next marathon. Others walk to run local errands or to get a bit of exercise on their lunch break from work. Every pedestrian traveling paths also utilized by motor...
Bicycles have been the preferred mode of transportation for children for decades, but scooters have certainly gained in popularity as well. Children and teenagers, as well as many adults, use bicycles and scooters to get around their neighborhoods or to speed up their...
