15 April

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6 People injured in a Car Accident Involving Three Cars in West Garfield Park

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Six people, including two police officers, were injured in a three-car accident in West Garfield Park Saturday afternoon. According to Chicago police, three cars, including an unmarked police squad car, were involved in an accident in the 4600 block of West Washington Boulevard. Two police officers were taken to Rush Hospital. Their conditions are unknown. Another vehicle had two occupants. One was taken to Stroger Hospital, and one was taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital. Both were in serious condition. The third vehicle had two occupants. One was transported to Loretto Hospital and the other was treated at the scene. Both were stabilized. Originally posted on...

25 March

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Roseland Car Accident Kills a 2-Year-Old Girl

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A 2-year-old girl was killed after being ejected from a car that was escaping Chicago police Sunday night in the Roseland neighborhood on the Far South Side. The 21-year-old male driver was taken into custody following the crash at 8:45 p.m. in the 10700 block of South Calumet Avenue. His 1999 black Chrysler was hurtling north on Calumet Avenue when it collided with a 2002 white Acura going west on 107th Street, according to Chicago police. The Chrysler rammed into a tree and 2-year-old Danyla Owens flew out the vehicle, according to police and Cook County medical examiner’s office. She was not...

26 February

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6 People Injured in an Ambulance and Car Accident in West Rogers Park

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Six people were hurt in an crash involving an ambulance early Tuesday in West Rogers Park on the North Side. An ambulance was transporting a patient with its emergency lights on at 1 a.m. southbound on Richmond when it was struck by an SUV that failed to stop before the intersection at Granville, Chicago police said. One paramedic was seriously injured and taken to St. Francis Hospital in Evanston, the Chicago Fire Department said. The officer and paramedic in the rear of the ambulance were taken to the same hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening. Their patient, a man, was taken to...

05 February

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Student Killed in a Car Accident in Oak Lawn

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A 15-year-old girl died after she was struck by a drunk driver in Chicago Ridge Monday morning, police said. Hours before the incident, the driver was arrested and accused on stealing alcohol from a Merrionette Park Lounge, according to Chicago Ridge police. The offender left police custody and got back in his car. The girl, a student at Richards High School in Oak Lawn, was walking in the 10700 block of South Central Avenue around 7:45 a.m. when she was struck by a 2007 Volkswagen that was being sought by police for being involved in several hit-and-run crashes in Oak Lawn. In a...

01 April

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Uninsured Drivers

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Despite being required by law in most states, some drivers do not carry insurance on their vehicles. Uninsured motorists cause hardships for not only themselves but also for anyone involved in the accident with them. Contact The Horwitz Law Group for a free consultation Liability for the Driver Each state has its own laws pertaining to uninsured drivers. Some states have now put limit to damages that an uninsured driver can recover following a car accident, even when they are not at fault. They could be barred from making a claim for pain and suffering, and may also face increased potential liability in some...

16 March

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Motorcyclists Are Back On The Road!

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in Auto Accidents, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents

It’s coming into the time of year where we must share the road with motorcyclists. Motorists often fail to give motorcyclists a fair shake on the road. It is a longstanding problem that still cries for improvement. The consequences of motorcycle accident are usually severe and often fatal. Recently there has been a spike in fatal crashes involving motorcyclists. Sometimes the motorists who causes these accidents are impaired by drugs or alcohol. Other times, motorists are distracted by cell phones, radios or passengers in the car. Many bikers feel the motorists don’t respect motorcycle riders and sharing the road with...

03 March

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Motorcycle Riders are at risk & may become a victim of someone else’s negligence

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Here at the Horwitz Law Group, both Jared Duggan and Mark Horwitz are motorcycle riders themselves. They understand the mechanics of riding and understand that you have to share the road with vehicles that are much larger, heavier, and don't pay attention to motorcycle vehicles. Often times you are obeying the law, driving safely, within the speed limits and you are the victim of someone else's negligence. You need to make that known to all those around, especially the police. Put down that misconception that motorcycle drivers are the cause of many vehicle accidents. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vhOXzRMtoVU Contact a Chicago Motorcyle Accident Attorney Today! Whether...

17 February

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Finding the Right Personal Injury Attorney for your Case…

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If you've been injured and someone else may be at fault, you shouldn't hesitate to talk with a personal injury lawyer. In fact, you should talk with several personal injury lawyers. You'll get several opinions about your case, as well as a feel for the lawyer you'll be comfortable with. And the best part may be it costs nothing to look. Here are some tips to go by as you interview, select and work with a personal injury lawyer. What about Money? You can afford the luxury of interviewing several personal injury lawyers. You'll not be charged a fee for the consultations....

12 February

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Keep All Medical Records When Involved In An Accident

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Have you been in an accident or injured by medical malpractice? If so, you will need to file a legal claim after the fact. In order to prove that your injuries were caused by the accident or malpractice-- and not a previous medical condition – you will need medical records stating your injuries. In order to file a personal injury lawsuit, your medical records will be key to proving you even have a case. If the third party can dispute your injuries, your case will be lost before it ever gets started. The medical records may even have to be used...

29 January

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Trucking Accidents

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Trucking accidents are happening far too often today. Driver error is the most common cause of trucking accidents. The United States Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration found that 87% of the most critical reasons for accidents with trucks were due to the driver. Truck Related Accidents Trucking accidenst are normally more dangerous than a typical automobile accident due to the vehicle weight and it’s cargo. According to the Illinois Department of Transportation’s 2011 Crash Data report, there were over 10,000 truck-tractors with semi-trailer accidents alone. There are many different consumer friendly laws apply that apply to truck accidents. The trucking company...