Brake checking is a dangerous driving behavior that can turn ordinary traffic into a serious accident in seconds. In Illinois, intentionally slamming on the brakes to intimidate or control another driver often leads to sudden rear-end collisions, multi-vehicle crashes, and severe injuries. These accidents can be especially complex because brake checking blurs the lines of […]
Read more...Illinois law provides various mechanisms for holding individuals accountable when someone is injured due to another person’s actions. Two of the most common legal frameworks are negligence and intentional torts. Both allow an injured person to recover damages but involve very different types of conduct and potential outcomes. Understanding the difference can help you make […]
Read more...Understanding how long it takes to get a personal injury settlement check helps injured victims plan financially after accidents. The timeline from settlement agreement to receiving your check typically ranges from four to eight weeks in Illinois. Multiple factors influence this timeframe, including insurance processing, legal requirements, and outstanding obligations. What Happens Before a Personal […]
Read more...Interstate trucking in Illinois involves moving goods or passengers across state lines and is regulated primarily by the FMCSA. Intrastate trucking occurs solely within Illinois and is governed by state agencies such as IDOT and the ICC. While both forms of trucking must meet core safety standards, each follows its own regulatory framework, licensing rules, […]
Read more...Traffic signs and signals are installed to ensure the orderly flow of traffic. By controlling the road users traveling in one or more directions, these devices reduce the risk of car accidents. However, these signals sometimes malfunction. Although drivers learn how to handle flashing lights during their driver’s education courses, they may forget how to […]
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Joel E. Brown, P.C., is located in Peoria, IL. We represent clients in Peoria County and throughout Illinois, including Morton, Chillicothe, Pekin, Galesburg, Canton, Bloomington, Lincoln, Springfield, Pontiac, Champaign, Decatur, Mattoon, and more.