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Illinois Accident News
Tuesday, March 26th, 2024

Tragic Truck Accident Claims Lives of 3 Children and 2 Adults in Rushville, Illinois

In a devastating incident unfolding in Rushville, Illinois, five individuals, including three innocent children, lost their lives on Monday following a fatal collision between a school bus and a semi-truck. According to authorities, the calamitous event occurred on Illinois Route 24, where the eastbound school bus veered across the center line into the westbound lanes, […]

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Semi-Truck Accidents
Semi-Truck Accidents
Wednesday, August 17th, 2022

What is the Difference Between Interstate and Intrastate?

What is Interstate vs. Intrastate? The terms interstate and intrastate are often confused when it comes to the trucking business. The two forms of commercial travel are different, so it is important to understand how they differ, especially when it comes to a truck accident and the legal ramifications that result. Understanding the differences between […]

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Semi-Truck Accidents
Semi-Truck Accidents
Wednesday, August 17th, 2022

Five Reasons to Hire a Truck Accident Attorney

Why You Should Seriously Consider Hiring a Truck Accident Attorney If you’ve been involved in an accident with a large commercial truck, you’ll find out quickly that this is not like a normal auto accident and that you’ll need a truck accident attorney. Did you receive a serious injury or did you lose a loved […]

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Semi-Truck Accidents
Semi-Truck Accidents
Monday, August 28th, 2023

What is a Jackknife Truck Accident?

Large commercial trucks are intimidating vehicles to cross paths with in any situation. In an accident situation, they are much, much more scary and dangerous. The last thing you want to have to happen is to be involved in a crash with a tractor-trailer that jackknifes. A semi-truck or big rig is a two-part vehicle. […]

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Semi-Truck Accidents
Monday, August 28th, 2023

Commercial Truck Accident Lawsuits

A crash with a tractor-trailer can be a big, bad bummer. Although the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) stays on top of safety, pileups continue. These collisions are no mild fender benders. Walking it off is rarely an option – walking at all may be a challenge and that’s why we have truck accident […]

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Semi-Truck Accidents
Semi-Truck Accidents
Thursday, August 18th, 2022

FedEx Truck Accident Statistics

FedEx Truck Accident Statistics FedEx truck accident statistics are quite good. As of 2019, FedEx had over 400 accidents; however, considering that they have a fleet of over 87,000 vehicles, you have to agree that having less than 1% of their vehicles involved in an accident is quite a feat. What Type of Vehicles Does […]

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Semi-Truck Accidents
Monday, August 28th, 2023

How to Choose a Truck Accident Lawyer

All lawyers are NOT the same and finding the right one can make a night and day difference in your truck crash case. There are many types of personal injury lawyers out there, so how do you choose? You may be wondering things like: How do I choose the right lawyer for a truck accident […]

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Semi-Truck Accidents
Thursday, August 18th, 2022

How are Car Accident Cases Different From 18-Wheeler Accidents?

How Are Car Accident Cases Different From 18-Wheeler Accidents? Being involved in an auto accident is scary enough, but 18-wheeler accidents can be a total nightmare. Regular automobiles are roughly within the same size. Tractor-trailers are massive. If you survive getting hit by one of these vehicles, your life may never be the same. Have […]

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Semi-Truck Accidents
Saturday, August 20th, 2022

Choosing a Truck Accident Attorney – Experience matters!

Truck Accident Attorney When a truck accident occurs, a victim is often seriously injured, confused, scared, and emotionally traumatized. When you or a loved one has been involved in a truck accident involving a semi-truck, an 18-wheeler, or any other commercial vehicle; help is just a phone call away.  As Chicago truck accident lawyers, we […]

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