In the quiet suburbs of Will County, a devastating collision shattered the afternoon calm, reminding us all of the fragility of life on Illinois roads. On February 13, 2026, a fiery crash involving a semi-truck and two passenger vehicles claimed at least one life and left a community calling for urgent safety reforms. This tragic…
A two-vehicle crash in Sun City Huntley on February 12, 2026, sent both drivers to the hospital and disrupted an otherwise quiet McHenry County evening. According to local police reports, the collision happened around 9:45 p.m. near West River Park Drive and Del Webb Boulevard. If you were injured in a similar McHenry County traffic…
Understanding the Harvey, Illinois I‑57 Off‑Ramp Crash On February 9, 2026, the northbound off‑ramp of Interstate 57 at 147th Street in Harvey became the scene of a devastating single‑vehicle crash. A Chevrolet Tahoe left the roadway and slammed into a concrete wall, ejecting the driver and causing fatal injuries. No other vehicles were involved, and authorities closed…
Details of the Pilsen CTA Bus Crash In the early morning of February 9, 2026, a silver SUV traveling along South Blue Island Avenue collided with the rear of a CTA bus stopped at a red light in Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood. The impact crushed the SUV beneath the bus’s bumper, fatally injuring the 32‑year‑old driver. The…
Rear-end crashes are not always as simple as they look. Many people think the driver in the back is always at fault, but that is not always true in Illinois. Drivers are supposed to keep a safe distance, but sometimes the front driver may share some of the blame, depending on what happened. A Chicago…
Most of the time, auto insurance accompanies the car, not its driver. In most cases, the owner’s insurance will pay for the damage if someone causes an accident while driving a car that doesn’t belong to them. It is also worth mentioning that coverage can change based on the details of the insurance policy and…
What Happened on Interstate 94 Around 1:00 a.m. on February 8, 2026, a Nissan SUV struck the rear of a semi‑trailer on the Bishop Ford Freeway near 130th Street. The SUV failed to slow down and collided with the truck, causing fatal injuries to the SUV driver and minor injuries to the truck driver. Northbound lanes were closed…
Inside the Scott’s Law Violation on Route 53 On February 8, 2026, an Illinois State Police trooper assisting a stranded driver on Route 53 near Algonquin Road had his squad car struck from behind by a Dodge Ram pickup. The truck then hit the disabled vehicle. Remarkably, neither the trooper nor the driver being helped was injured. The…
Details of the McHenry Head‑On DUI Crash At approximately 6:41 p.m. on February 9, 2026, a GMC pickup driven by Shawn P. Tuttle crossed the center line at Illinois Route 31 and Veterans Parkway in McHenry County and collided head‑on with a Kia sedan. Witnesses reported that the pickup had been swerving, suggesting impairment. Three people in the Kia were…
What Happened in Mundelein On February 8, 2026, emergency responders in Mundelein rushed to the intersection of Route 45 and Route 176 after a three‑vehicle collision involving two SUVs and a van. One occupant was unconscious and trapped, prompting firefighters to remove the vehicle’s door and extricate the person within 15 minutes. The injured occupant was taken to…
Car accidents happen with worrying frequency on Chicago’s busy and overcrowded streets, especially at intersections. Where there’s a crash, an injury claim isn’t usually too far behind. A common problem is that many crashes turn into a “he said/she said” scenario, with no neutral witness to clearly explain what really happened. A dashcam can help…
A report published by the National Safety Council shows that falls are the second most common cause of accidental death. In one recent year, 46,653 people died because of fall-related injuries. A lot of slip and fall accidents happen when there is ice or snow, especially in the Chicagoland area, where heavy winter weather makes…
Ozempic, a well-known drug used for weight loss and diabetes, has been linked to serious stomach and intestinal problems. Many people taking Ozempic have filed lawsuits, saying the drug caused stomach paralysis and other harmful side effects. In 2022, the FDA’s reporting system flagged a possible risk of intestinal blockages from Ozempic and Wegovy. The…
What you do in the days, weeks, and months following an accident can have a significant impact on whether or not you receive the financial compensation to which you are entitled. It’s essential to gather accurate information as soon as possible, as personal injury cases rely on timely and unambiguous evidence. You must also take…
If you have been convicted of driving under the influence, you will likely need to install an ignition interlock device in your car before you are allowed to drive. It is important to understand how the device works and the penalties for failing a test or trying to avoid using it. The Illinois DUI defense…
In Illinois, domestic violence crimes include different acts perpetrated against a romantic partner, spouse, or certain other members of your household or family. Depending on the situation, domestic violence can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony. This distinction is important since felony DV charges carry far more weight and heftier penalties than…
Many people in Illinois think driving with a suspended license is a small issue. It is not. Driving on a suspended license, even in the event of a genuine emergency, can carry a criminal charge with stiff penalties. You could be charged with a Class A misdemeanor, which may mean up to almost a year…
In Cook County, a DUI arrest can potentially lead to serious penalties. You could lose your driving license, face incarceration, pay huge fines, and end up with a criminal record that follows you around for the rest of your life. Drunk driving causes thousands of deaths every year, so courts take these cases pretty seriously….
Some people are filing lawsuits over Ozempic. They claim the drug, semaglutide, caused serious health problems, such as stomach paralysis, bowel blockages, blood clots, and vision loss. The lawsuits say the drug’s maker, Novo Nordisk, did not properly warn patients about these risks, even though the company knew about them. Thousands of people who used…
If you have been arrested and charged with a crime, it is normal to feel confused or stressed. No matter what the charge is, you may not know what happens next or how the court process works. The criminal court system in Illinois can be complicated and hard to understand, especially if you have never…
If your driver’s license is suspended or taken away in Chicago, it can impact almost everything you do. It can make it hard to get to work, take your kids to school, buy groceries, or get to your doctor’s appointments. That said, it’s easy to understand why someone with a suspended or revoked license would…
Due to its frequent and devastating consequences, drunk driving is a serious offense. A report published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that accidents caused by drivers under the influence resulted in more than 10,000 fatalities last year. Because of this and other equally chilling figures, anyone who causes injury to another person…
Chicago’s temperamental weather patterns can impact car accident liability, particularly during inclement weather conditions, such as snow and ice. Allocating fault for a winter weather car accident hinges on a driver’s ability to adapt to road and weather conditions. Illinois law requires drivers to modify their driving behaviors in accordance with the weather. Failing to…
Each year, hundreds of car crashes in Illinois involve drivers who have been drinking. Drunk driving is a serious problem that puts everyone on the road at risk. To help reduce these incidents, the state has a law called the Dram Shop Act. This law allows people hurt by a drunk driver to hold the…
When a driver causes a crash, they’re supposed to pay for the damage. But what happens if that driver runs away from the scene to avoid being held responsible? There are a few different ways to move forward after this kind of crash. If you’re not sure what to do after a hit-and-run in Chicago,…
Even though pedestrians usually have the right of way, some drivers still hit people who are crossing the street or walking along Illinois roads. These crashes can cause life-changing injuries or even death. The team at Fabbrini Law Group has spent decades helping injured pedestrians, and our Chicago pedestrian accident attorneys know that many drivers…
Criminal law is split into two primary categories: misdemeanor and felony. Due to the way Congress and state legislatures define misdemeanors and felonies, the crimes in these categories vary between jurisdictions. A felony is a criminal offense that carries a maximum penalty of one year or more behind bars. Because of the significant penalties carried…
It’s hard to know exactly how many people drive with a suspended license in the U.S., but research shows it’s fairly common. Some reports estimate that about 10% of all traffic violations involve drivers without a valid license, and unlicensed drivers are responsible for around 20% of fatal car crashes. Young adults are more likely…
If you’ve never been stopped by the Chicago Police Department for driving under the influence in Chicago, you are probably blissfully unaware of what follows a DUI arrest. You have almost certainly heard of breath and blood alcohol tests and field sobriety tests, but the laws surrounding their application can be confusing. What’s important to…
If you are pulled over due to suspected drunk driving, you might be asked for a breath sample. There are a lot of misconceptions about your rights and what these tests actually involve, and believing the wrong information can make things worse, especially if you’re facing DUI charges in Illinois. At Fabbrini Law Group, LLC,…
