People often move through retail establishments and other commercial spaces without paying much attention to their surroundings. They expect that the space will be safe, so they don't necessarily watch for tripping and slipping hazards the way they might on the...
As a family, you decided recently that it would be in the best interests of your elderly relative to be cared for in a nursing home. You spent a long time researching different facilities and you’ve picked a highly rated institution. The facility has promised you...
Most drivers know not to drive if they’re drinking alcohol or distracted but some don’t realize how deadly it is to drive while they’re fatigued. A driver who has gone 20 hours without sleep will have similar effects as one who’s at the legal limit of .08% for their...
Motorcyclists have to be wary of all sorts of mistakes that other drivers will make. When a motorcyclist gets hit, they know full well that the odds of serious injuries are vastly higher for them. The simplest error by a driver could put a motorcyclist in the...
Thousands of workplace accidents happen annually in Illinois. However, not all victims are aware of what they need to do after suffering an injury on the job. As a result, many deserving workers do not get the workers’ compensation benefits to which they’re entitled....
The force of a motor vehicle collision can leave the vehicles unsafe to operate and cause severe injuries for the people inside. Given that motor vehicle collisions are a leading cause of death and multiple kinds of severe injuries, like traumatic brain injuries, a...
Listening to music in the car is by no means unordinary. In fact, some drivers would probably claim that it would be strange not to listen to anything. No matter how short the drive, they turn on the radio or they connect their phone and choose a playlist every time....
If you live in a retirement community, you may find that a lot of your neighbors use low-speed vehicles (LSV) to get around. While you used to see these primarily on golf courses and large resorts, they seem to be popping up in more places – including camping and...
Today, seniors (those over the age of 65) are driving fewer miles and therefore being involved in fewer accidents. Even though this is the case, when they are involved in an accident, the injuries they sustain are often more serious. There are a few reasons for this....
If you’ve been involved in a vehicle crash, you may be dealing with a variety of injuries from broken bones to serious cuts to head injuries and more. Most people don’t associate hearing loss with crashes. However, it does occur. While most hearing loss after a crash...
