How Passengers Can Contribute to Distracted Driving and How to Stay Safe
Passengers can distract drivers and increase crash risk. Learn how to reduce in-car distractions and promote safer driving for everyone on the road.
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Are Child Distractions Considered Distracted Driving Accidents?
When most people think of distracted driving, their minds immediately go to texting, phone calls, or scrolling through apps. But for parents and caregivers, one of the most common sources of distraction behind the wheel is often overlooked: children in the car. This raises an important question, if a crash occurs because of a kid-related [...]
Sabrina Liberto
How California’s “Pure Comparative Negligence” Can Affect Your Personal Injury Settlement
After an accident, a lot of people assume a personal injury claim is an all-or-nothing situation: either the other person is at fault, or you get nothing. In California, that’s usually not how it works. California follows a rule called pure comparative negligence. It matters because it can affect your compensation even if the insurance [...]
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Ford Sets Annual Recall Record in 2025
“Most recalls issued in a year” is a dubious honor no automaker wants. Luckily for most car manufacturers, the whopping 153 recalls issued by Ford Motor Company (Ford) in 2025 sets a record that is unlikely to be broken any time soon. Prior to 2025, the highest number of recalls recorded in a single year […]
Jake
What To Do If You Have a Headache After an Accident?
After a car accident, many people focus on visible injuries and vehicle damage. But symptoms like a headache can seem minor at first and are often ignored. In reality, a headache after an accident may be an early warning sign of a serious underlying injury, including a concussion or traumatic brain injury. Even if the […]
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How Does Mediation Work in Car Accident Cases?
Mediation is a common way to resolve car accident claims without going to court. Instead of battling through a stressful trial, you and the insurance company sit down with a neutral mediator who helps both sides reach an agreement. It’s informal, private, and often much faster than litigation. During mediation, both sides meet in a [...]
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Types of Evidence in a Car Accident Case
Getting into a car crash can change your life in an instant, causing a number of physical, psychological, and financial challenges. When pursuing compensation and justice, whether through an insurance claim or a personal injury lawsuit, gathering evidence is essential. Compelling evidence can help strengthen your claim by helping to [...]
Katie
Compensating for Oversteer or Understeer While Driving
Losing control of your car while driving is a terrifying experience. At best, you have mere seconds to regain control before striking another vehicle, a lane divider, or wrecking off the road. In that kind of high-pressure situation, knowing what you need to do to prevent a wreck before finding yourself in the position is […]
Jake
Why Low-Speed Crashes Can Still Cause Serious Injuries
Many drivers assume that if a collision happens at a low speed, the injuries won’t be serious. Unfortunately, that isn’t always true. In a busy city like Chicago, stop-and-go traffic, crowded intersections, and congested parking lots often lead to low-speed accidents that can still leave lasting injuries. Even a simple fender-bender can [...]
Serena
How Insurance Companies Fight to Minimize Distracted Driving Claims
When a distracted driver causes an accident, victims often assume the at-fault driver’s insurance will cover their medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. Unfortunately, the reality is far more complicated. Insurance companies are businesses first and their goal is to minimize payouts whenever possible. That means they often push [...]
Melanie Erkman