Teen drivers are statistically more likely to get into accidents than other motorists traveling on Illinois highways. However, there are steps that parents can take to help their children develop into safe drivers. For example, adults are encouraged to model good...
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Diseases other than rabies caused by dog bites
Many people in Illinois know that getting bitten by a dog can cause a victim to contract rabies. What many people don't know is that rabies is not the only disease that you can get from a dog bite. Here are some other diseases that get caused by dog bites. Tetanus...
Common causes of distracted driving
Anything that takes your focus away from the road can be considered a distraction. In some cases, simply thinking about what you'll do when you get to an Illinois mall, stadium or festival can be an example of distracted driving. However, in many cases, smartphone use...
Motor vehicle accidents: Distracted driving is still a problem
Distracted driving is a major problem in Illinois. According to a study done by The Zebra, distracted driving caused 8.5% of fatal motor vehicle accidents and 20% of the injuries from crashes in 2019. Deaths from distracted driving are slowly lowering each year, but...
Who’s responsible for road debris accidents?
If another car hits your vehicle in Illinois, it's usually not hard to figure out who was responsible for the accident. However, if road debris hits your vehicle, liability can be more difficult to determine. Are other drivers responsible for accidents caused by road...
Tips on avoiding a common car accident scenario
No one in Illinois ever suspects he or she will be involved in an auto accident when leaving his or her house. Car crashes are rare events in the life of any victim and often a watershed moment for those who are seriously injured. Accidents can happen at any time for...
Collisions with garbage trucks
Garbage trucks are some of the largest and most cumbersome vehicles encountered by road users. When they're involved in a collision, that can mean serious damage to other vehicles. Illinois motorists should be aware that accidents involving trash trucks are actually...
Do work zones require driving adjustments?
Wherever construction takes place throughout Illinois, drivers may need to navigate through construction zones. Signs typically suggest that drivers slow down and proceed with caution, and a cautious driver may be able to avoid an accident while traveling near...
Avoid those aggressive drivers with these basic tips
Although it's difficult to determine how many auto accidents involve road rage or aggressive drivers, there's no doubt that a portion of crashes in Illinois involve aggressive driving. While you can't control other drivers, you can take several measures to protect...
How headlights can prevent car accidents
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...
