Facial Fractures
Facial trauma is one of the most common types of injuries sustained in car accidents. Facial fractures are often associated with other injuries such as head injuries, eye injuries and facial lacerations. According to Chicago car accident lawyer, a facial injury can be expensive and the total costs can run into hundreds of thousands of […]
10 Worst Car Insurance Companies in the United States
Having adequate insurance safeguards you against any unexpected eventualities in the future. It gives you financial security and peace of mind. When you buy an insurance policy and pay your premiums on time, your insurance company owes you a duty of fair dealing and good faith. In the event that you suffer injuries, your insurance acts […]
4 Parties That Can Be Held Liable for a Car Accident
Car accidents can cost victims thousands of dollars in medical bills, repair costs and other expenses. If the car accident was caused by someone else’s fault, whether partially or entirely, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries, and pain and suffering. Most people think that only the other driver can be held liable […]
Leading Lawyers Honor Willens & Baez
Our award-winning Chicago Personal Injury Attorneys were recently featured in Leading Lawyers Magazine. Click on the article to read! Willens & Baez is a top rated Chicago personal injury law firm. The firm’s founder, Matthew L. Willens is recognized nationally and by the Illinois legal community as the “Best of the Best” in personal injury […]
Car Accident After an Attempted Pass
A car crash can be a traumatic experience, leaving you seriously injured and costing thousands of dollars. There are a variety of traffic scenarios that can lead to car accidents; however, many accidents can be prevented if drivers act responsibly and cautiously. A car accident can occur when a vehicle fails an attempted pass. In such cases, the victim may be […]
Stationary Car Accidents
When a moving vehicle hits a non-moving vehicle, the results can be deadly. Stationary Chicago car accidents are more common than you may think. Most car accidents occur between two vehicles. Statistics show that even single vehicle accidents are more common compared to stationary car accidents, but this does not mean that just because the […]
Poor Road Conditions that Cause Car Accidents in Chicago
Potholes are common, not only in the rural countryside of Illinois, but also throughout the Chicago area. Wear and tear and weather conditions can cause the top layer of the asphalt to wear away and expose the base layer, creating potholes. Rainwater further accelerates the process, making the potholes larger. Harsh weather conditions such as ice storms, rainstorms, […]
Distracted Driving Laws in Chicago
In 2013, distracted driving accidents caused a total of 3,154 deaths. The number of injuries caused by distracted driving increased to around 424,000 in 2013. Of the drivers ages 20 or younger who were involved in serious road accidents, around 10 percent were distracted at the time of the accident. Approximately 660,000 drivers use some kind of electronic device […]
Living with Lung Injuries After an Auto Accident
Lung Injury After A Car Accident Lawyers in Chicago, IL Muscles and bones protect delicate organs such as the lungs; however, the lungs may still get injured in a car accident. There are many ways the lungs can suffer an injury during a car accident. For example, a person can suffer a lung injury as a result of […]
Claiming Compensation: Lost Earning Capacity in Illinois
In addition to physical pain and mental trauma, a car accident victim often suffers heavy financial losses. If you suffer a serious injury from an accident, you may need to take days off from work, which could affect your earnings. Add to this your medical bills and the cost of repairing your damaged car and […]
