Waukegan, Illinois Legal Blog
The dangers of distracted driving in work zones
Illinois motorists who text and drive in a highway work zone have a higher chance of being involved in an accident than drivers who do not. According to a study from the University of Missouri, the chance of a collision is 29 times higher. Researchers have long known...
Saliva testing for marijuana impairment
Marijuana use has increased in Illinois now that many states have legalized marijuana for medical purposes. However, use of marijuana can slow reaction time and cause impaired driving. Researchers are developing a saliva test that could potentially change marijuana...
Teens more liable to crash when a peer rides with them
Teen drivers in Illinois should be careful about letting in passengers, especially if they have obtained their license only recently. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, just one peer passenger can raise the risk for a car crash by 44% for teen...
The overlooked financial ramifications of divorce
When a marriage comes to an end, individuals may expect to experience a variety of emotions. However, they may not necessarily be ready for the financial fallout of a divorce. For instance, single individuals in Illinois amight have to get a job in an effort to pay...
AAA survey respondents share doubts about self-driving cars
AAA conducted a survey where drivers in Illinois and across the U.S. expressed their opinion on self-driving cars. Of course, these cars are at least a decade away from being realized, but automakers need to know where they may be said to fail in generating support...
What to consider before going to trial
In many cases, there is a good chance that you would prefer to settle your divorce out of court rather than going to trial. However, there are many situations in which seeking a resolution in the courtroom may be in your best interests, including if your spouse...
Life insurance is an important term in a divorce agreement
Couples in Illinois who are getting a divorce often devote most of their thought to settling issues such as custody and division of the marital estate. There are other details that may get lost in the shuffle that are no less important. This can include things like...
Man charged with DUI in Illinois
Illinois authorities say that a 44-year-old man was under the influence of alcohol when he crashed his truck on Feb. 7. Police say that the accident took place at about 10:26 p.m. in Cary, and they were called to the scene of the incident by a customer at a...
Is a divorce trial worth it?
Those who are in the midst of a divorce in Illinois are often faced with the decision of whether to settle the case or go all the way to trial. There are many things to consider when making this choice. There are definite benefits of settling a case. Divorce trials...
Understanding blood alcohol concentration levels
Most Illinois drivers are aware of the effects that alcohol has on driving. However, many people believe that having just one drink means that they can still safely operate a motor vehicle. Alcohol metabolism depends on several different factors and differs for...
