April 2018 Archives
Parental awareness: Illinois teens and motorcycle accidents
As parents ourselves, we understand the feeling that you would do anything for your child. When it comes to keeping your child safe from injury, this feeling is particularly strong. We also know how easy it is to give in to requests from our children when they have proven to be responsible and mature.
The science behind car seat policies for small children
Did you know that there is scientific evidence to support the most recent child car seat recommendations? Many believe these policies are simple guidelines with no basis in fact, but this belief is far from the truth. Child safety professionals and organizations like the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) perform research and stringent testing to arrive at these recommendations.
Is it wise to call an attorney right after a truck accident?
Any car accidents are frightening, disorienting experiences, especially those that involve large commercial trucks. Experiencing a truck accident is rarely something that leaves a victim in a calm, rational state of mind. This state of confusion can make it difficult for a victim to know how to respond to the accident in the moment. Victims who do not respond properly may miss collecting important evidence that could prove crucial to a future injury claim, or may accidentally assume liability for some or all of the damages.
How has the law addressed truck driver fatigue in Illinois?
Like you, truck drivers need a steady income so that they may provide for their families. While operating a tractor-trailer or other commercial vehicle enables truckers to do that, the work is exhausting. Further, the more truckers drive, the better they are paid. This is a powerful motivator to drive for as many hours as possible.
Roofers, knowing your rights may help you avoid an injury
All construction workers are at risk of experiencing a work accident. Construction sites are often fraught with hazards both on the ground and at elevations. Roofers, who routinely work at heights, are always in danger of falling. This is especially so if the people in charge of construction projects do not provide safety equipment and training.
