The safety benefits of wearing a motorcycle helmet are well-established, and in most places in the United States, there are laws that require many motorcyclists to wear them. Every state in the country has the right to set its own laws regarding motorcycle helmets, so anyone who has recently moved to Illinois or who is traveling through the Prairie State might not be familiar with the legal requirements here.

The motorcycle accident attorneys at Krzak Rundio Gorman, Injury Attorneys want everyone to be safe when sharing the road in Illinois. In this article, we’ll detail Illinois motorcycle helmet laws, the benefits of wearing a helmet, and whether you should consider wearing additional motorcycle safety gear.

Being struck by a negligent motorist on the roads of Chicago is a terrifying experience. In an at-fault insurance state like Illinois, the good news is that you can file a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company to recover the losses you suffered in the collision.

But what can you do when the motorist responsible for your injuries wasn’t covered under an auto insurance policy?

Krzak Rundio Gorman, Injury Attorneys represents victims of motor vehicle collisions in Chicago. The attorneys at our firm have experience handling the complexities of car accident claims—including situations involving uninsured motorists. After learning more about what happens if you’re hit by an uninsured driver, reach out to our office for a free consultation to discuss your case.

If you regularly watch the news, it may feel as if you hear many stories about train derailments. You’re not mistaken. Trails derail quite often. While very few derailments result in someone losing their life, many catastrophic events leave individuals suffering from debilitating, permanent injuries.

One of the biggest fears that most of us have in taking public or mass transit trains is being in a situation where we’re not in control. We can’t see potential hazards that lie ahead to know when it’s not safe to proceed, nor do we know details about who’s guiding the vehicle we’re riding in. We put our faith in others to hire the right people and trust that those individuals will exercise good judgment; however, things can happen that jeopardize our lives.

Do you know what to do after a truck accident in Chicago? Those involved in collisions with commercial vehicles should remember to take a few important steps. These steps can keep you and other vehicle occupants safe, and can also protect your right to obtain compensation for your truck accident injuries.

If you were injured in a trucking accident in Chicago or the state of Illinois, Krzak Rundio Gorman, Injury Attorneys is on your side. Contact our office to learn more about how we may be able to help.

Approximately 858 motor vehicle collisions occur every day in Illinois.  Fortunately the majority of accidents are not fatal and many do not result in catastrophic or chronic injuries, the psychological impact of even a minor car accident can be long-lasting.

The rate of anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and phobias after a car crash is higher than many people may realize. Even mild anxiety can make day-to-day life difficult, which is why the attorneys at Krzak Rundio Gorman, Injury Attorneys are dedicated to advocating for the rights of car accident victims in Illinois.

When buying auto insurance in Chicago, you should ask a few questions before signing on the dotted line. Understanding the answers to these questions can assist you in deciding which policy is right for you.

Additionally, having this knowledge can be invaluable if you are involved in an accident and need to file a personal injury claim. In this blog, we will discuss five questions to ask before buying auto insurance in Chicago.

Krzak Rundio Gorman, Injury Attorneys is proud to be an active member of our community. We continually look for opportunities to give back to those around us, including to those who will one day shape our future—children. We are pleased to announce that we have chosen to sponsor Elmhurst District 205 Foundation’s Showcase 2023, Dream Big! This is our second year sponsoring Foundation 205’s annual fundraiser.

Money raised by Foundation 205 supports Elmhurst Public Schools as part of the organization’s mission to provide innovative educational opportunities for schoolchildren in 205. As a Gold Business Sponsor, this is a mission we feel passionately about. We are proud sponsors of the Showcase 2023, Dream Big! event because we believe strongly in Foundation 205’s mission.

How many times have you been riding down the interstate and had a fellow driver cut in tight on you? Most of us have had this happen. These errant drivers count on us to be able to quickly apply our brakes to avoid striking them.  Fortunately, when some drivers choose cut in front of others, most passenger cars operators are able to avoid a collision when this happens.

For commercial truck drivers, however, it’s a much different story. Semi-trucks simply can’t come to a full stop as quickly as passenger cars. Let’s look at the details as to why this is true:

There are few experiences more uncomfortable than looking in your rearview mirror to see a car following you much too closely. There is a reason you feel so viscerally uncomfortable when another car is riding close to your rear bumper—it puts you at a much higher risk for being involved in an accident.

Tailgating is one of the most common causes of rear-end collisions. Here is some advice on what you should do if you’re being tailgated:

About 70% of the U.S. public uses some form of social media. In 2020, the average adult spent more than three hours a day on social media. Over 77% of employees admit to scrolling through social media during work hours. These numbers are thought to be even higher among people under 30.

Social media is an undeniable part of our modern lives. That raises the question of whether social media is a contributing factor in car accidents?  There is no doubt that distracted driving is a major concern in the United States.  It is becoming more and more obvious that the smartphones in our hands have a lot to do with rising distracted driving accident rates.