Articles Posted in Car Accident

“Where do most car accidents happen in Illinois?” is an essential question for every motorist, as it can help you exercise extra caution in certain areas. In 2023, there were 299,133 motor vehicle accidents in Illinois, which is much higher than in neighboring states. In that same year, Indiana experienced 198,247 collisions, Iowa reported 52,843,…

Negligence Per Se: A Key Factor in Car Accident Claims Negligence per se is a legal concept that makes it so a defendant is automatically responsible for damages in an Illinois car accident lawsuit. It means that if a driver violates a traffic law, they’re automatically considered negligent. Proving that an at-fault driver broke a…

What happens if you crash a rental car? A routine drive can quickly become a stressful legal and financial ordeal. Navigating insurance coverage, contacting the right parties, and understanding your obligations to the rental car company can feel overwhelming—especially if you’re far from home or unfamiliar with the terms of your rental agreement. This article…

At Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers, we understand how using expert witnesses in car accident cases can mean the difference between a denied claim and full, fair compensation. In many car accident cases, the outcome doesn’t just depend on eyewitness accounts or police reports—it often hinges on expert witnesses who can explain the evidence in ways that…

Everyone in the United States has access to certain legal rights, regardless of their immigration status. Non-citizens have the right to seek compensation for injuries sustained via the claims process. If you are an undocumented immigrant who has been in an accident, you may be able to take legal action to hold the other party…

Chicago drivers face a unique set of challenges during severe weather conditions. Lake-effect snow, black ice, freezing rain, and high winds can quickly turn even a short trip into a dangerous ordeal. Congested expressways, narrow residential streets, and bad weather amplify the risk of car accidents and make safe driving even more critical. According to…

Motor vehicle accidents are one of the leading causes of injuries and deaths in the United States. These accidents are usually preventable by driving safely and following the law. Unfortunately, reckless drivers, adverse weather, poor road conditions, and other factors can contribute to a motor vehicle accident. Even the safest drivers are at the mercy…

Illinois has strict child passenger safety rules designed to protect young riders in the event of a car accident, especially during the high-risk rush hour period. The law requires that all children under the age of two must ride in rear-facing car seats unless they exceed the seat manufacturer’s height or weight limits. This positioning…

Phantom driver accidents, also known as “miss-and-run” accidents, can leave victims struggling to prove fault as the responsible driver disappears without a trace.  The chaotic and fast-paced traffic in Chicago, with its many congested streets, busy intersections, and highway systems like I-90 and the Dan Ryan Expressway, increases the risk of these accidents.  In these…

Car accidents can happen anytime, but nighttime car accidents are more dangerous and often deadlier than those occurring during daylight hours. With fewer vehicles on the road, you might assume that night is safer. Unfortunately, the opposite is true. According to the National Safety Council, 50% of fatal accidents occur at night. These crashes often…