A car accident can be a jarring and overwhelming experience, leaving you unsure of what steps to take. However, the actions you take immediately after an accident can significantly impact your safety, health, and ability to recover compensation for your injuries. At John J. Malm & Associates, we understand the…
If you drive Chicago’s Eisenhower Expressway—better known as I‑290—you know it can feel like a battlefield. Long stretches of heavy, stop-and-go traffic. Mash-ups with I‑294, I‑88, and I‑90. Short ramps. Sudden bottlenecks. It all adds up to a roadway infamous for crashes. In fact, the Illinois Department of Transportation reports…
Chicago is one of America’s most visited cities, known for its lakefront skyline, historic neighborhoods, and bustling streets. But with busy intersections, distracted drivers, and high volumes of foot traffic, pedestrian accidents involving tourists are an unfortunate and growing reality. Being hit by a car is traumatic—especially in a city…
Wrong-way crashes are among the most terrifying and deadly types of car accidents. While they are relatively rare, they are disproportionately fatal—especially in a dense urban area like Chicago, where high-speed roadways and complex interchanges intersect with heavy traffic. Recent trends show that wrong-way driving crashes are on the rise…
Pedestrian accidents remain a pressing concern in Chicago, with recent data highlighting a troubling increase in fatalities. In 2024, the city recorded 38 pedestrian deaths on surface streets, marking a significant rise from previous years. Understanding the intricacies of Illinois right-of-way laws is crucial for both drivers and pedestrians to…
Highway hypnosis, also known as “white line fever,” is a phenomenon where drivers enter a trance-like state during long, monotonous drives, often with no recollection of the journey. This altered mental state can lead to serious safety concerns on the road and can lead to serious car accidents. In this…
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have made getting around Chicago easier and more convenient than ever. But when accidents happen—especially those involving serious injuries—the process of figuring out what to do next can be confusing and overwhelming. Who is responsible? What kind of insurance coverage applies? And how can…
Chicago’s busy streets and heavy traffic unfortunately come with serious risks—including the growing problem of hit-and-run accidents. Every year, thousands of Chicagoans are affected by drivers who cause crashes and then flee the scene, leaving behind confusion, damage, and devastation. These incidents not only threaten public safety but often leave…
The open roads of Chicago’s western suburbs once promised an easier commute — but today, they tell a different story. In recent years, towns like Naperville, Aurora, Downers Grove, and Wheaton have seen a spike in serious car accidents. What’s behind the rising danger? A combination of crowded highways, outdated…
The Growing Concern of Fatal Car Accidents in Chicago Chicago, Illinois, is one of the most traffic-heavy cities in the United States, with millions of vehicles on the road daily. Unfortunately, this also means a high rate of traffic accidents, many of which result in fatalities. According to the National…