Home > Blog > How a DUI Conviction Affects a Civil Injury Claim in Illinois If you were injured by a drunk driver in Illinois, the criminal DUI case and your civil personal injury lawsuit are two separate legal proceedings — but they are closely connected. Understanding how the criminal …

Home > Blog > Wrong-Way Drunk Driving Accidents in Illinois: Causes and Legal Claims Wrong-way accidents are among the deadliest types of crashes on Illinois roads, and they are overwhelmingly caused by intoxicated drivers. According to the National Transportation Safety Board, alcohol impairment is a factor in approximately 60% of …

Home > Blog > Underage Drunk Driving Accidents in Illinois: Who Is Liable? When a driver under 21 causes an accident while under the influence, the legal landscape is more complex than a typical DUI crash. Illinois has a zero-tolerance policy for underage drinking and driving, meaning even a trace …

Home > Blog > Drunk Driving Accidents During Holidays in Illinois: Your Legal Rights Holiday weekends are among the most dangerous times to be on Illinois roads. The combination of celebrations, alcohol, and increased travel consistently produces a spike in drunk driving accidents. According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, …

Home > Blog > Punitive Damages in Illinois Drunk Driving Accident Cases In most car accident cases, you recover compensatory damages — money to cover your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. But when the at-fault driver was drunk, Illinois law may allow you to recover an additional …