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...
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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...
Construction zone driving safety tips
Construction workers go the extra mile to improve road conditions in Illinois so millions of drivers can enjoy safer roadways. A smooth road with no potholes and with brightly colored signage helps drivers arrive to their destinations with greater safety. However,...
Can the radio distract you while you’re on the road?
If someone asked you to name a form of distracted driving in Illinois, you probably wouldn't think about listening to the radio. Everyone does it, and if it were dangerous, cars wouldn't come pre-installed with their own radios. Listening to the radio isn't inherently...
What people can do to avoid distracted driving
Illinois residents know that driving while distracted can lead to accidents. When driving, they know that in order to remain safe, they need to focus on every aspect of driving. They do everything they can to make sure they keep their eyes on the road, to not drive...
