Rockford, Illinois, Legal Blog
Are you covered for an injury sustained on your friend’s property?
You may spend a lot of time over your friend's house, and you may one day severely injure yourself while on her or his property. Even if you have health insurance, it may not be enough to cover the full extent of your injury. Should you ask your friend to cover the...
Can road rash leave a permanent impact?
Illinois residents have likely heard the term "road rash" before. But what is it? How severe can it be? If you are the victim of a car crash and end up with road rash, will it have a big impact on your life? We will answer these questions and more today. First, road...
Helping teenagers learn how to drive safely
While many teenagers in Illinois are enthusiastic about learning how to drive and having their very own driver's license, most parents are less-than-thrilled about this newfound freedom for their children. Parents that have spent adequate time educating their children...
Pedestrian fatality brings attention to dangerous intersection
Every town has dangerous sections of roads. You may be aware of those spots in your rea, but if you are not, then it never hurts to learn about them to protect yourself in the future. A recent pedestrian accident on a busy roadway has brought some attention to...
Understanding the financial costs of an auto accident
The costs of an auto accident in Illinois can be high for those already struggling to make ends meet. The costs go beyond simply repairing the vehicle involved in the accident. As the new year moves forward, here is what residents can expect. The Centers for Disease...
What are mental repercussions of dog bite attacks?
Out of the many dog owners in Illinois, some are likely to have dogs that will bite. Bite attacks are often unpredictable. Many involve dogs that do not have a prior history of biting. This can make it hard to determine if a dog is dangerous to be around. Today we...
How do you handle a ridesharing accident as a passenger?
Occasionally, you may prefer to use Illinois ridesharing services rather than drive your own vehicle. Would you know how to handle a ridesharing accident that results in injury? Inc.com breaks down the steps to take as a passenger injured in a ridesharing accident....
Negligent entrustment and teen drivers
After experiencing a car accident in Rockford, your first thought may not be to seek legal action. However, as the medical bills related to the treatment of the injuries you sustained in the collision begin to pile up (along with the estimates on how much it will cost...
Stay safe on the road this winter season
Illinois gets a lot of snow during the winter months. Combined with cold temperatures and high winds, this can cause a lot of issues while driving. Whether someone is a new driver, is new to the state or has been driving in these conditions for years, it is always a...
What is human rabies immune globulin?
A bite from an unvaccinated dog, cat or another type of animal in Illinois typically requires you to receive anti-rabies prophylaxis, i.e., injectable medications to protect you from contracting the disease. Rabies takes a relatively long time to incubate in the body,...
