Rear-end collisions are the most common type of car accident. Learn how fault is determined, common injuries like whiplash, and how to maximize your claim in Peoria and Central Illinois.

Victims of drunk driving accidents in Illinois may be entitled to compensation beyond a standard car accident claim, including punitive damages. Learn about your legal options in Peoria.

After a car accident in Peoria or Central Illinois, the steps you take immediately can make or break your injury claim. Learn the essential actions to protect your health and legal rights.

UM/UIM arbitration in Illinois is mandatory arbitration to resolve disputes over uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage amounts when the driver’s liability is clear but coverage is disputed. A neutral arbitrator reviews the case and makes a binding decision. Either party can refuse arbitration, triggering a lawsuit. If you file an uninsured or …

If the at-fault driver has only the Illinois minimum coverage ($25,000/$50,000/$20,000), your damages above those limits are unpaid; your UM/UIM coverage may cover the gap if you have it. You may also sue the at-fault driver personally for the remaining damages. Illinois requires all drivers to carry liability insurance, but …