Chicago’s 2026 Election: What You Need to Know Before November 3 Election Day is right around the corner! On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, Chicagoans will have an opportunity to weigh in on decisions affecting our city, state, and country. From public education and community safety to transportation, infrastructure, and public services, the people elected to […]
New Illinois E-Bike and Scooter Laws are coming in 2027 What Riders, Parents and Drivers Need to Know to Stay Safe and Compliant Electric scooters and e-bikes have quickly become part of everyday transportation in Chicago and throughout Illinois. They are convenient, relatively inexpensive and give people another way to get around without a car. […]
For many families, the school bus is part of the daily routine. Parents send their children out the door each morning trusting that the driver behind the wheel has been properly licensed, trained, screened, and medically cleared to safely transport students. Illinois has specific requirements designed to help make sure that happens. Unfortunately, a tragic […]
Police officers, firefighters, and paramedics face risks most people never encounter during the workday. When a line-of-duty injury leaves a first responder unable to work, the immediate concern may be recovery. Questions about pay, medical bills, benefits, and job security often follow close behind. In Illinois, eligible public safety employees may be protected by both […]
What Drivers and Pedestrians Should Watch For Like the old saying goes, Chicago has two seasons: winter and construction. Once the weather warms up, orange cones, lane closures, sidewalk detours, utility work, street resurfacing, scaffolding, and building projects become part of daily life across the city. Construction is necessary, but it can also create real […]
Summer in Chicago brings more people outside, more traffic near the lakefront, more rideshare activity, and more bikes and scooters on city streets. Whether you ride your own bike, rent a Divvy, or use an electric scooter to get around, it is important to understand that you are not just “riding around.” Under Illinois law, […]
If you’ve been injured, it’s natural to look for answers quickly. More people are turning to AI tools for guidance, but when it comes to a personal injury case, that shortcut can come at a cost. Your case isn’t generic. It’s personal, complex, and often higher stakes than it seems. And recently, right here in […]
In recent years, courts have overturned hundreds of criminal convictions in Chicago after uncovering patterns of police misconduct that undermined the integrity of investigations and prosecutions. Many of these cases involve allegations of improper tactics by former Chicago police officers, including former CPD Commander Jon Burge, former Sgt. Ronald Watts, and former Detective Reynaldo Guevara. […]
On January 1st, a new Illinois law went into effect. This law was designed to crack down on rogue tow truck operators and protect drivers during some of their most vulnerable moments—right after an accident. For years, Illinois drivers have reported alarming stories: tow trucks arriving within minutes of a crash, vehicles being hauled away […]
The holidays are one of the busiest—and most stressful—travel seasons of the year. Whether you’re heading out for a long road trip or flying to visit family, a little preparation can go a long way in preventing accidents, protecting your home, and keeping your loved ones safe. As personal injury attorneys, we see firsthand how […]