Top 5 Traffic Laws Broken by Illinois Drivers

July 16, 2019 5 mins read

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...

Age, Weight, and Height Requirements for Child Car Seats in Illinois

July 9, 2019 6 mins read

Parents and guardians always want to make sure their child is safely secured in their car seat before driving. However, some may not know the Illinois booster seat laws that determine what type of equipment your child needs and which direction they should face while in the vehicle. If a collision occurs, a child that...

Car Accident Recovery: What Comes After the Hospital Stay?

April 30, 2019 4 mins read

Recovering from an automobile crash can be a long process. While it’s likely a hospital stay is the first step in healing, this is often the shortest step. The process really begins once you are home. Even with doctor’s orders, it can be difficult to know what to do once you’re home. You may be...

How To Block the Ability To Text While Driving

April 9, 2019 4 mins read

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?

March 26, 2019 4 mins read

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...

To What Extent Am I Obligated To Avoid Causing a Car Wreck?

September 25, 2018 2 mins read

When you’re driving, you owe other drivers on the road a duty of care. This means you’ll obey traffic laws, such as adhering to the speed limit, driving cautiously, and always signaling before you turn or switch lanes. But there may be cases where other cars don’t offer you a duty of care. In these...

How Hit-and-Run Investigations Work

February 6, 2018 3 mins read

When you’re in a car accident in Kentucky, both parties are supposed to stop and exchange information. Then you can proceed to inform your insurance companies and move on from there. But sometimes, one of the parties involved in a car wreck flees the scene. Leaving the scene of an accident automatically makes the accident...

Early Warning Signs of Shock After a Major Accident

January 17, 2018 3 mins read

Immediately following the trauma of a major car accident, it’s possible for victims to go into a state of shock that may or may not be accompanied by symptoms of other injuries. Shock is a life-threatening physical condition that results when there is insufficient blood flow throughout the body. Shock can lead to more serious...

The Most Dangerous Roads and Interstates in Kentucky

September 26, 2017 3 mins read

Every year millions of drivers use the thousands of miles of Kentucky roadways to reach their destinations. Some roads and interstates in Kentucky are more dangerous than others, and the drivers who use them are more likely to experience a crash. What Are the Most Dangerous Roads in Kentucky? It is important to drive carefully...

A Brief Guide to Kentucky Car Accident Laws

September 12, 2017 3 mins read

Kentucky has thousands of miles of roadways used by millions of drivers every year. Thomas Law Offices encourages and desires for every driver in Kentucky to reach their destination safely. But in the unfortunate event a car accident does occur, it is important to understand Kentucky’s car accident laws so that you can protect your...

The Hidden Dangers of Whiplash Injuries

August 8, 2017 3 mins read

Whiplash injuries are one of the most common injuries sustained by drivers and passengers involved in car accidents on Kentucky roadways. Whiplash injuries are painful and debilitating and require as much as six months or more to recover. Making them even more dangerous is the fact that whiplash injuries often do not display any initial...

The Penalties for Leaving a Hit-and-Run Crash Scene in Kentucky

August 2, 2017 2 mins read

Leaving the scene of a car accident in Kentucky is a serious offense. Kentucky traffic laws require that any person involved in any crash must remain at the scene to offer aid to people who are injured and to share their vehicle registration number and contact information. Depending on the severity of the accident, the...

How a Smartphone Can Save Your Life During a Car Accident

May 3, 2016 4 mins read

Whether you have an Android or iPhone, there’s no denying the fact that smartphones make our lives infinitely easier while on the go. Help is only a quick key press away during any emergency, and GPS tracking makes it possible for family members and emergency response vehicles to locate their loved ones during a crisis....

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