If you have a broken headlight, you might be tempted to put off paying for repairs until a cop finally pulls you over. However, headlights are much more important than many people realize. A functioning set of headlights doesn't just illuminate the road in front of...
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Driving tips for teens
Teen drivers are considered the most likely group to be involved in motor vehicle accidents. When immaturity is combined with a lack of driving experience, bad things tend to happen. There are some tips you should consider sharing with your Illinois teen driver. Avoid...
What are the dangers of tailgating?
Caution, prudence and adherence to good driving practices might reduce accidents on Illinois roads. Unfortunately, some drivers may get into bad habits that increase the chances of a collision. Tailgating reflects one such dangerous practice; it involves following a...
How serious is it when a truck driver speeds?
Truck drivers in Illinois speed for many reasons. Tight schedules, the pressure to make deadlines on time and regulations that limit the number of hours they can work are all factors. How dangerous is it when a truck driver speeds? No matter the reason, truck drivers...
Driving behaviors that make trucks more dangerous
The trucking industry is growing, and, as a result, the highways in Illinois are filled with large commercial vehicles. Unfortunately, sometimes truck drivers make dangerous mistakes that put everyone at risk. There are a few driving behaviors that can make trucks...
What common mistakes do people make after a car accident?
Illinois drivers may find themselves involved in an unavoidable collision. While the crash might be unavoidable, drivers may make errors after the accident that should not have occurred. Such mistakes could complicate any potential lawsuit. Refusing medical care, a...
Do distracted driving laws reduce fatalities?
In Illinois and beyond, hundreds of people lose their lives every year in distracted driving accidents. Several states have passed laws that aim to curb the frequency of distracted driving and provide harsher punishments for people who don't pay attention to the road....
Facts about texting and driving
In recent years, texting and driving has become one of the greatest threats to drivers in Illinois. This is because texting and driving doesn't just affect the person engaging in distracted driving; it can also affect innocent drivers who get caught up in an accident....
Do lane changes cause accidents?
Commercial trucks are some of the most dangerous vehicles on the road in Illinois. They're much larger and heavier than passenger vehicles and frequently contain several tons of cargo. While they have a right to the road like everyone else, it's their responsibility...
The surprising truth about truck accidents
Being involved in an accident with a truck can be much more serious than colliding with another car. The fact is that trucks are much bigger and are more likely to hit other drivers at a much higher speed. Understandably, this can make drivers in Illinois and around...