The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) links higher speed limits to increased crash fatality rates. Speeding reduces reaction time and increases impact severity. Evidence of excessive speed strengthens personal injury claims and may support punitive damages for reckless conduct. Ever since the nationwide 55 mph speed limit was abolished …

Automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems can prevent or reduce crash severity by detecting obstacles and applying brakes. Safety groups urge the NHTSA to mandate AEB on all vehicles to reduce accidents. Absence of AEB in older vehicles may support design defect claims. Tractor-trailer accidents in Illinois and around the country …

Daylight saving time disrupts sleep patterns and increases drowsy driving accidents in the days immediately following the time change; drowsy driving impairs judgment like alcohol and increases crash risk. Get extra sleep around time changes and recognize fatigue symptoms. Those who are going to be driving on Illinois roads or …

After a car accident in Illinois, check for injuries, call 911, move to safety if possible, exchange information with other drivers, photograph the scene and damage, get witness names and contact information, and report to your insurance company promptly. Consult an attorney before giving statements. Home › Blog › What …

Common car accident causes include distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, and failure to obey traffic signals. Weather and road conditions contribute to accidents. Identifying the specific cause strengthens your personal injury claim and supports liability arguments. Home › Blog › Common Causes of Car Accidents in Illinois Common …