Blog

Did you know? Fifteen criminal sexual assaults have been reported on Chicago's CTA system so far in 2025. But the true scope runs much deeper. Who knows how many more incidents go unreported? Sexual assault is not an easy topic to discuss and an even harder issue to deal with. The crowded trains cre...

In 2023, there were 5,375 trucks involved in traffic accident fatalities. When a life is cut short in a commercial vehicle accident, families are left with devastating grief. In Chicago, where busy highways and heavy truck traffic are a part of daily life, these tragedies occur far too often. Was so...

Most people know that being in a car accident can lead to painful and even life-altering injuries. However, what many don’t realize is that the wounds people suffer aren’t always visible. The mental and emotional effects of a car accident can turn your world upside down. Post-traumatic stress di...

Not all motor vehicle accident injuries are obvious right away. In Chicago, snowy winters and pothole-ridden streets create conditions where hidden injuries are especially common. An accident due to black ice or a sudden jolt from a large pothole can lead to concussions, whiplash, or aggravation of ...

Getting into a car accident caused by another person’s negligence is stressful enough. Finding out that he or she doesn’t have insurance only makes a bad situation worse. Sadly, this circumstance is more common than you might think. The Insurance Information Institute (III) estimates that 15.4 p...

Uninsured motorist coverage is a type of auto insurance that protects you if you get into an accident with an uninsured driver or are left stranded by a hit-and-run. However, you might wonder how likely these scenarios are and whether it is really worth paying extra for uninsured motorist coverage. ...

As long as there have been cars, there has been distracted driving, but in 2025, it’s not just about texting or talking to a passenger anymore. Modern cars come with multiple distractions built right into the dashboard. From touchscreen climate control to voice-activated settings, even the most te...

Heading out on a boat, whether for fishing or relaxation, is a great way to unwind. Approximately 100 million Americans go boating every year, and the industry supports almost 700,000 US jobs. However, it only takes a moment’s negligence or recklessness to turn a peaceful outing into a tragic turn...

When communities are impacted by industrial fires, people need straight answers and practical help. The experienced environmental attorneys at The Collins Law Firm have stood with residents after major chemical and lubricant‐facility disasters—including the Chemtool catastrophe in Rockton, Illin...

Experienced Illinois Auto Accident Attorney Shares What You Need to Know Car accidents are a leading cause of injury and death in Illinois and across the country. In recent years, traffic fatalities have reached alarming levels, making it more important than ever for drivers to know what to do after...