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Are backseat passengers more likely to be injured?

On Behalf of Barney & Karamanis, LLP | Jul 14, 2021 | Car Accidents

Chicago, Illinois, is known for heavy, bustling traffic. As a result, motor vehicle accidents aren’t all that uncommon. Cars have different rankings as to how safe they’ll keep you in the event of an accident, but most of those ratings are based on the driver’s...

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Are you having headaches after a car accident?

On Behalf of Barney & Karamanis, LLP | Jul 12, 2021 | Brain Injury, Car Accidents

It is common for an Illinois accident victim to have seemingly minor to moderate injuries and not seek medical attention following a mishap. When injuries are not major, many affected individuals try to let the injury heal without treatment. These types of injuries...

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How Much Insurance Are Chicago Drivers Required To Carry?

On Behalf of Barney & Karamanis, LLP | Jun 24, 2021 | Car Accidents

Auto insurance offsets damages caused from vehicle accidents paid through monthly premiums. Drivers not having coverage in Chicago, Illinois, may have to pay fines and other penalties if they police catch them without it. There is a minimum drivers must buy to drive...

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Some safety features can be unsafe for cyclists

On Behalf of Barney & Karamanis, LLP | Jun 7, 2021 | Car Accidents

When you see a cyclist on the road, you likely edge over to stay as far from a bicyclist as possible to avoid a collision. However, bicycle accidents occur on the road often, and there are some vehicle safety features that could pose even more of a threat for...

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Why do cognitive distractions cause car accidents?

On Behalf of Barney & Karamanis, LLP | May 20, 2021 | Car Accidents

Drivers don’t always think about the road or potential hazards in front of them. Someone who drives the same Illinois routes for years and years might not worry about an accident. Then, one day, a car crash happens because the motorists allow themselves to become...

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3 behaviors that you may not realize count as distracted driving

On Behalf of Barney & Karamanis, LLP | May 6, 2021 | Car Accidents

A lot of people are under the impression that using devices hands-free is safe. Hands-free use of smartphones, however, still causes distracted driving. According to the National Safety Council, drivers are four times more likely to crash when using a cell phone...

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Why Is Chicago Rated So Low For Bikability?

On Behalf of Barney & Karamanis, LLP | May 3, 2021 | Car Accidents

A nonprofit group that advocates on behalf of cyclists has named Chicago as one of the most dangerous cities in the country to travel by bicycle. PeopleForBikes awards towns and cities a score of between one and five based on the amount of planned and built bicycle...

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Are virtual meetings a cause of car accidents?

On Behalf of Barney & Karamanis, LLP | Apr 21, 2021 | Car Accidents

Illinois and many other states noticed a large increase in the number of car accidents throughout 2020 even though drivers put on fewer miles. The fact that people are driving less would lead one to believe that there should be a decrease in accidents. However,...

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Drowsy driving is impaired driving

On Behalf of Barney & Karamanis, LLP | Apr 13, 2021 | Car Accidents

Figures from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration suggest that about 800 road users are killed each year and around the country in traffic accidents involving fatigued drivers, but many experts believe that drowsiness is often overlooked at crash scenes...

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Advanced safety systems are reducing roadway accidents

On Behalf of Barney & Karamanis, LLP | Apr 3, 2021 | Car Accidents

Car manufacturers around the world have been working diligently to enhance the safety features that they offer. While the amount of safety features a typical car has today is much more than one had, say 20 years ago, does that mean that Illinois roadways are actually...

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