Chicago is an extremely populous city. With this population comes heavily traveled roadways. Which, unfortunately, leads to numerous traffic accidents. Just as some roads are more dangerous than others, some intersections are more dangerous. Interestingly enough, most...
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Is dooring a problem to think about?
Cyclists have a lot to worry about when they hit the road. Virtually any other vehicle could cause them harm, and potentially deadly harm at that. In fact, cars can cause damage and injury even when not in motion. This comes from dooring, which serves as a potential...
Vision Zero Chicago is taking action to eliminate downtown car accidents
Every day five people are seriously injured in Chicago car accidents; every third day one of those accidents is fatal. Vision Zero Chicago has a plan to eliminate those accidents. Vision Zero Chicago connects city leadership, technological innovators and other...
Interesting information about car and bicycle accidents
For those who enjoy riding bicycles in and around the Chicago area, the streets remain a dangerous place in a world built for motor vehicles. Bicyclists face many hazards as they ride for fun and exercise or commute to and from work or school. The trends for the...
Bad weather and motor vehicle collisions
There are many different risks you need to look out for while driving, such as reckless drivers and hectic traffic. Additionally, you should pay attention to other potential hazards, such as bad weather. Weather-related accidents occur for a host of reasons and have...
Even a minor rear-end collision can cause traumatic brain injury
Low-speed rear-end collisions happen every day in the Chicago area and the victims often walk away, apparently uninjured. However, since underlying injuries could exist, remember to seek prompt medical care, especially if you hit your head during impact. You could...
Bicycle safety according to the Secretary of State
Chicago is a relatively bike-friendly city. In recent years the city expanded the number of bike lanes, and the flat terrain of Illinois does not hurt either. However, riding a bicycle still poses certain risks. According to the CDC, 130,000 cyclists receive injuries...
Study suggests Chicago’s DMSs may not help highway drivers
Illinois employs a number of precautions designed to help drivers remain aware of the laws, inform them of changes to the flow of traffic and keep them from potential distractions. These precautions include dynamic messaging signs that hang above overpasses or stand...
What can you say on social media about your car crash?
It is impossible to go anywhere in Chicago without seeing someone using a smartphone. After all, according to the Pew Research Center, about 85% of Americans own one. These phones, of course, allow users to post to social media in real-time. After a car accident, it...
What behavioral issues add to motorcycle crashes?
When it comes to motorcycle crashes, data shows again and again that these crashes tend to prove violent, serious and deadly more often than crashes that drivers of other vehicles face. While much of the fatal aspects of these crashes have to do with the lack of...