Motor Vehicle Accidents

Comparative negligence is the rule that applies to a collision claim. It determines how much fault you share for the incident — and how much you can recover.

A distracted driver can change your life in seconds. If you were injured in a Chicago crash, Illinois law may already be on your side — but only if you act quickly. Here is what you need to know about your rights and your next steps.

When it comes to filing a car accident claim in Chicago, time is not on your side. Illinois law allows just two years from the date of a crash to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing this deadline can cost you your right to recover compensation.

What 7 Mistakes Should I Avoid After a Car Accident? After a car accident, avoid these seven mistakes: not calling 911, admitting fault, refusing medical care, failing to document the scene, giving a recorded statement, accepting a quick settlement, and posting on social media. Each one can weaken your claim, reduce what you recover, or give an…

Dashcam footage could be the difference between a disputed claim and a clear one — but only if you know how to use it. Does Illinois law allow it in court? What happens if the other driver’s camera captured the crash? And what if that footage disappears before anyone asks for it?

Why Do I Have to Prove My Case if I Didn’t Cause the Car Accident? To recover compensation after a car accident in Illinois — you have to prove your case because the legal system won’t simply take your word for what happened. Instead, you must show how the crash occurred, who was responsible, and…

Car crashes are unexpected and expensive. When Cooney & Conway represent your injury claim — we work to maximize your claim and recover those losses. You help by diligently tracking your costs. Here’s how.

Chain reaction crashes in winter are more likely — and more dangerous. The aftermath is confusing, especially because multiple vehicles are involved. Once your injuries have been stabilized, you may have a lot of questions about moving forward with a claim to recover compensation for your damages. The big question is, can anyone be liable…

Neck pain after a car accident is often more serious than it first seems. Even mild soreness can be a sign of injuries like whiplash, herniated discs, or nerve damage — and symptoms don’t always show up right away. Even low-speed collisions can cause trauma to the muscles, ligaments, discs, or nerves in your neck.…

When a Chicago car accident causes you to suffer medical costs and other tangible losses, it’s easy enough to produce invoices for the insurance company. But how do you document your physical pain or your inability to bathe or dress yourself? How do you put a dollar amount on feeling depressed because your injuries prevent…

Red light crashes happen every day in Chicago, IL. Many drivers assume the person who ran the red light is always responsible. However, fault in these accidents is not always clear-cut, and multiple parties can share blame. At , we help injured drivers understand their rights after a red light crash — or any type…

Every winter, Chicago drivers face black ice — a treacherous roadway hazard contributing to thousands of crashes. Are careless drivers excused from liability when black ice is involved? Find out how liability works when black ice is involved — and how to protect your rights.