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Category: Auto Accident

What Causes Most Rear-End Accidents?

Published on Jan 27, 2023 in Auto Accident.

Were you recently involved in a car accident? If so, it likely involved being hit from behind. Rear-end accidents are the most common type of car crash in the United States, and the injuries and damages associated with these types of collisions tend to be severe. We at Thomas Law Offices want everyone to be […]

What Happens if a Valet Crashes Your Car?

Published on Jan 17, 2022 in Auto Accident.

Using a valet service can be convenient and necessary in some situations. While most places with valet services also offer self-parking options, sometimes the only parking at an establishment, or the easiest parking option, is allowing the valet to take your car and park it for you in a secure lot.

Can Passengers Be Liable for Car Accidents?

Published on Mar 16, 2021 in Auto Accident.

If you’re involved in an accident and believe someone else caused the accident, you most likely assume the other driver’s actions caused the collision. This is often the case in instances of speeding, distracted driving, and driving under the influence. The driver, however, isn’t always at fault. There are instances where the vehicle manufacturer or […]

What Documents Are Needed for a Car Accident Claim?

Published on Jan 12, 2021 in Auto Accident.

Car accidents can cause injuries with different severity levels. When you’ve suffered injuries and damages from an auto wreck in Ohio that wasn’t your fault, you’ll need to know what documents will be required to file a car accident claim against the driver or party who was at fault for the collision. Having the proper […]

Can I Get a DUI if My BAC Is Under .08?

Published on Feb 6, 2020 in Auto Accident.

Many people decide to go out on weekends, whether it’s for dinner and drinks or just going to a bar. They may think they’re feeling okay after a drink or two, but then when they’re behind the wheel find that they shouldn’t be driving. It’s common for people to try to just get home, but […]

How Often Do Cars Catch on Fire?

Published on Jul 23, 2019 in Auto Accident.

According to the U.S. Fire Administration, it’s estimated that 171,500 highway fires occur across the United States every year. Highway vehicle fires account for fires in passenger vehicles, freight road transport vehicles, and agricultural or construction vehicles. Approximately one in eight fires responded to by fire departments is a highway vehicle fire. The majority of […]

Top 5 Traffic Laws Broken by Illinois Drivers

Published on Jul 16, 2019 in Auto Accident.

While many Chicago and Illinois drivers obey traffic laws and are focused on driving safely, there are other drivers who may not prioritize traffic laws and how they keep others safe. When irresponsible drivers break traffic laws, they can potentially harm others in devastating accidents. In these situations, those who were wrongfully injured may look […]

How To Block the Ability To Text While Driving

Published on Apr 9, 2019 in Auto Accident.

While aggressive driving behaviors like speeding and tailgating are responsible for their fair share of accidents, there is another in particular that causes many wrecks: Distracted driving. Many people drive with cell phones and try to use their device while driving. Accidents occur because people are looking down at their phones and don’t see what’s […]

Can Soft Tissue Damage Be Permanent?

Published on Mar 26, 2019 in Auto Accident.

When thinking about the physical consequences related to accidents, fractures are probably one of the first injuries that come to mind. While broken bones can be serious, there are other injuries that can result in just as much pain and a long recovery process. One of those injuries is soft tissue damage. While a number […]

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Tad Thomas has dedicated his practice to representing plaintiffs in various types of civil litigation, including personal injury, business litigation, class actions, and multi-district litigation.

After graduating with his law degree in 2000 from Salmon P. Chase College of Law at Northern Kentucky University, Mr. Thomas immediately opened his own private practice and began representing injury victims.

In 2011, Thomas Law Offices was established in Louisville, Kentucky. Over the past decade, Mr. Thomas has expanded his firm and now has offices in three additional locations: Cincinnati, Ohio, Columbia, Missouri, and Chicago, Illinois. He is also a frequent lecturer on topics like trial skills and ethics and technology.

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How Does Road Rage Affect Driving Skills and Judgment?

When you drive on the road, many situations can lead to some frustration. You might be running late for work, stuck behind a driver who won’t go faster than the speed limit, or getting cut off in heavy traffic. However, if you let those feelings boil over, that is road rage. How does road rage […]

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Six of the Most Common Emergency Room Errors

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What Is Assumption of Risk and How Can It Impact Your Injury Claim?

If you’ve been injured and are considering filing a personal injury claim in Illinois, there are many legal issues that you should consider. One of them is known as an assumption of risk. What is assumption of risk, and how can it impact your injury claim? While it might sound like a technical concept, it […]

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