Buses are complete monsters out on the road. They’re huge, make a lot of stops, take on a large number of people, and they make their way down our city streets and blocks without any type of safety restraint. There are no airbags and/or seatbelts on buses. There are a lot of different dangerous scenarios that can occur involving a bus. Accidents can happen often, especially when you consider how much time they spend on the roads. If you are in an accident involving a bus you may need a personal injury lawyer.
Due to their massive size, when…
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Accident News | Prospect Heights, Ill

A woman has been charged after authorities say she left the scene of a fatal pedestrian crash near Chicago Executive Airport in northwest suburban Prospect Heights. According to Prospect Heights police, officers responded shortly after 9 a.m. on May 3, 2026, to the area near 79 E. Palatine Frontage Road, where they discovered an unconscious man along a fence line near the airport’s public viewing area. Emergency responders pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene. During the investigation, police identified a Chevrolet Silverado as the vehicle involved in the collision and later identified 33-year-old…
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Accident News | Illinois

A fatal two-vehicle crash in Hillside early Thursday morning left one person dead and another injured, prompting an ongoing police investigation. According to Hillside police, the collision occurred at approximately 4:54 a.m. on Mannheim Road near the intersection with Washington Street. Investigators said a Chevrolet Trailblazer traveling southbound collided with a Ford Mustang that was attempting to turn west onto Washington. The 22-year-old driver of the Trailblazer suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The 22-year-old driver of the Mustang was transported to Elmhurst Hospital for treatment of injuries. Authorities continue to investigate…
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Short answer: When another driver pulls out in front of you — from a side street, driveway, parking lot, or by turning left across your path — that driver is usually at fault, because drivers entering or crossing traffic must yield the right of way. But Illinois uses comparative fault, so your own speed and attention can still affect the outcome.

Who has the right of way?
Illinois traffic law requires a driver entering a roadway, crossing an intersection, or turning left to yield to oncoming and through traffic that is close enough to be a hazard. A driver who…
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Short answer: If an unlicensed or no-license driver hit you in Illinois, you still have the right to recover compensation. Their lack of a license does not reduce your claim — the at-fault driver is still responsible. The real challenge is often whether they have insurance, which is where your own coverage can protect you.

Does it matter that the other driver had no license?
For your injury claim, what matters most is who caused the crash, not whether the other driver was licensed. Driving without a valid license is illegal and can support your case, but you still have…
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Short answer: In Illinois, you are usually not automatically responsible just because you own the car someone else was driving. Your auto insurance typically covers a permissive driver, but your personal liability usually depends on whether you were negligent in letting that person drive — for example, lending your car to someone unlicensed, intoxicated, or unfit to drive.

Does Illinois make the car owner automatically liable?

No. Illinois does not have a general law that makes a vehicle owner automatically responsible for every accident caused by someone they let borrow their car. Fault normally follows the driver who caused the…
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When someone has been injured in a car accident, their world can change in an instant. They’re overwhelmed with medical appointments, insurance adjusters, lost wages, and uncertainty about the future. Choosing an attorney isn’t just another business decision—it’s a deeply personal one.
So what makes someone choose one law firm over another?
That question was the focus of a recent conversation between Disparti Law founder Larry Disparti and nationally recognized attorney Mike Morse on the Fireproof Podcast. During the discussion, Larry shared insights into building one of Chicago’s most recognized personal injury law firms and why true success has…
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Losing a family member because of someone else’s carelessness brings an overwhelming amount to deal with, and the legal side of it often gets confusing fast. Illinois actually recognizes two distinct types of claims after a death like this, and understanding the difference matters for what a family can ultimately recover.
The Survival Act Covers What The Person Experienced
Illinois’ Survival Act allows the deceased person’s estate to pursue the claims that person could have brought had they lived. This includes medical expenses from the time between the injury and death, lost income during that same period, and compensation for…
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Chicago has one of the largest automated traffic enforcement networks in the country, and that footage does more than generate tickets. When a crash happens near a monitored intersection, camera footage can become one of the clearest pieces of evidence available for figuring out who was actually at fault.
Why Chicago Relies So Heavily On Camera Enforcement
The city places red light and speed cameras at intersections based on crash history, prioritizing locations with a high rate of dangerous angle crashes. According to the city’s own red light camera enforcement program page, cameras at these intersections have been associated…
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As the summer continues in Chicago, so does the music festivals that have become a big part of the city’s culture.  While it’s an event that’s meant to be enjoyed by those locally or visiting from out of town, it’s also important for attendees to do what they can to remain safe.  That’s where Attorney Howard Ankin of Ankin Law comes in.  As someone who has practiced injury law in Chicago for over three decades – and has attended a number of festivals on his own – Howard knows a few things that people can do to keep themselves safe. …
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It’s always great to hear one of Chicago’s most prominent personal injury attorneys on the airwaves, especially when it comes reaching a sports audience.  Once again, Attorney Howard Ankin has done so, continuing a longtime partnership with ESPN Chicago. Earlier in the summer, the Ankin Law founder took some time to join Jonathan Hood and David Kaplan for a few spots that will run during “The Kap & J-Hood Show” on the AM sports station.  Under the direction of Marketing Director Eric Revels, they trio recorded commercials on several areas which Howard and Ankin Law practice, from workers’ compensation to…
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Accident News | Chicago

Two people were injured, one of them critically, in a crash involving an SUV and an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) on Chicago’s Northwest Side Tuesday night, according to Chicago police. The collision happened around 9:03 p.m. in the 4800 block of West Diversey Avenue. Investigators said the crash occurred when the driver of an SUV was turning into a parking lot and collided with an ATV carrying two people. The 22-year-old ATV operator suffered critical injuries and was transported to Lutheran General Hospital for treatment. A 16-year-old passenger on the ATV was also taken to the same…
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Accident News | Illinois

Three people were injured in a crash involving two motorcycles and a passenger vehicle Tuesday evening on Interstate 290 near Hillside, prompting a temporary closure of the eastbound lanes while emergency crews responded. According to the Illinois State Police, the collision occurred around 8:50 p.m. near Wolf Road. Authorities said three individuals suffered injuries and were transported to nearby hospitals for medical treatment. Officials temporarily shut down the affected section of the interstate to assist the injured, investigate the crash, and clear the scene. Additional details about the cause of the collision and the conditions of…
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May brought a notable wave of cases targeting retailers and their supply chains, with NPE activity continuing at a steady pace. Frequent filers and themes this month included Nearby Systems (mapping technology), SmartOrder (restaurant/retail ordering systems), and Innercap Technologies (capsule delivery apparatus). Retailers in the home improvement, grocery, drug, and food service sectors were all targeted.As usual, I prepared the report in partnership with and using Docket Navigator and its powerful database. Docket Navigator is a valuable resource, and the place to go if you want to keep track of new patent litigation filings or want to know what is…
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Pets can often feel like family members. So, when there is a divorce, the family pets may be affected as well, and couples may fight over who the pet lives with after the divorce. This can be quite an emotional subject for many couples, sometimes necessitating a judge’s intervention. If you have concerns about how pet ownership will be handled in your divorce, consider reaching out to a Wheaton, IL property division attorney.
At Davi Law Group, we understand that ownership of a pet in a divorce may be an issue of real consequence to you. Attorney Dion U.
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Divorcing with children can be difficult. Their living arrangements will change drastically, and this change can be hard on them. Children thrive on predictability and routine, which is why it is important that you establish a parenting plan prior to finalizing your divorce. Even if things are friendly now, and you and your spouse agree on the parenting situation, having a plan in writing is required by law and it can save you unwanted costs and headaches later.
At A. Traub & Associates, our Arlington Heights, IL family law attorneys can help draft and review your parenting plan. Drawing on…
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