According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, approximately 817 traffic crashes occurred daily in 2022 and more than 9 people were injured per hour. If you’ve been injured in an accident, you may be wondering whether you have the right to sue after a car accident in Illinois.
While insurance claims are often the first step in seeking compensation, there are situations where filing a lawsuit is necessary—especially if the at-fault driver’s insurance company denies your claim or offers an unfair settlement.
In this Article:

• Can You Sue Someone for a Car Accident in Illinois?
• Proving Liability
• When Should You

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Many people have preconceived ideas about whether men or women cause more accidents.  By looking at car accident statistics by gender, several patterns emerge and some may come as a surprise.

Continue reading to see what the data reveals about who is the better driver. For questions about your injury case, our team at Disparti Law Group is here for you and ready to fight on your behalf.
In this Article:

• Who Causes More Car Accidents, Men or Women?
• Who Receives More Traffic Tickets?
• Men vs Women Distracted Driving Statistics
• Which gender is more likely to cause a fatal car

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According to the Department of Transportation, 5.8 million vehicle crashes happen every year and 21% are weather-related accidents as well as 19% of all crash injuries and 16% of crash fatalities. Getting in a car accident in the winter can be particularly stressful, so it’s best to know what to do in that situation.

Weather-Related Accidents in Illinois
Illinois, in true Midwest fashion, has been known to experience extreme winter weather. Winter months bring snow, ice, and freezing rain, reducing traction and stopping distance. With that comes dangerous driving conditions that increase the risk of car accidents.  Winter months bring…
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Thousands of Costco union members gear up to go on strike starting February 1, 2025, if a new three-year contract agreement is not reached before the deadline.
These wage increases would not apply to the 18,000 International Brotherhood of Teamsters members working at Costco. They will have to wait for a new contract.
Background
Costco has been known for its competitive wages and benefits. As a result, they can flaunt much lower turnover rates than most retail companies. But the workers who made the company what it is today have said enough is enough as wages have not fairly reflected…
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As of today, very few protections are in place for students who have been sexually assaulted by another student at their school, forcing victims to face their attacker at school as soon as the next day. Illinois school districts cannot continue to turn a blind eye and must take proper steps to protect survivors of school sexual assault.

If passed, Senate Bill 98 (SB 98) will require schools to expel students who sexually assault another student for at least a year. State Senator Steve McClure (R-Springfield) and State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Marrayville) filed the legislation following an incident…
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Before last year is too far in the rearview mirror, we want to take a moment to highlight the firm’s biggest wins of 2024.
Disparti Wrapped — Our 2024 Year in Review
We could not be more proud of all the ways we got to serve our Chicago community in 2024.

Community Outreach
FREE Uber Rides for New Year’s Eve 
Disparti Law Pays Insurance and More so Chi-Town Cats Can Perform in Parade

Thousands of Backpacks Given Away in Annual “Project Backpack”
Donating Helmets toNon-Profit “Working Bikes” 
Civil Rights and Social Justice
In-Custody Death of Othel Moore Detailed in Video …
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CHICAGO, IL – On Friday, January 24th, former Chicago Public School gym teacher, Andrew Castro, was sentenced in a horrific case of grooming and sexual abuse against three young students. Castro plead guilty to predatory criminal sexual assault of a child under 13; two counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse of a child under 13; and exploitation of a child under 13.
Judge Domenica Stephenson sentenced Castro to 10 years for the assaults, seven years for each abuse case and one year for the exploitation charge. The abuse and exploitation sentences would be served concurrently so the total prison term…
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As of January 1, 2025, Illinois is only the fifth state to ban corporal punishment in schools — both private and public schools.

Shockingly, 17 states technically allow corporal punishment in all schools. Four, however, prohibit its use on students with disabilities. Corporal punishment in schools has negatively impacted students for far too long.
In this Article:

• What is Corporal Punishment in Schools?
• Corporal Punishment is Now Illegal in Illinois
• Impact of Corporal Punishment on Students
• Correlation to Teachers Who Bully Students
• Attorney Larry Disparti Stands Against All Bullying

What is Corporal Punishment in Schools
Corporal punishment in schools is…
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We know by now that tornadoes in Chicago are possible, but what about tornado-like snow storms? This is just one way that some would describe a snow squall.

Thanks to the notorious lake-effect, Chicago and the surrounding areas are particularly suceptable to this weather event.

What is a Snow Squall?
A snow squall is a brief but intense snowfall accompanied by strong birsts of wind. This weather phenomenon, often associated with cold fronts, can create whiteout conditions and extremely icy roads.
Similar to a tornado warning, the National Weather Service may issue a snow squall warning. Alyways take these warnings seriously,…
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When it comes to working full-time, balancing responsibilities both inside and outside of the office is essential. That’s why certain laws, such as the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), are important to ensuring that employees can tend to their own health as well as that of their loved ones.
So, to help you better understand your rights, we’ve compiled a list of some of the most common FMLA violations that your employer might commit as shared by a Family Medical Leave Act lawyer.
An Overview Of FMLA
The FMLA is a federal law that provides eligible employees with…
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New amendments made to the Illinois Whistleblower Act  (“IWA”), 740 ILCS 174/1 went into effect as of January 1, 2025. House Bill 5561 made changes to whistleblower laws to improve protections for workers who report their employer’s wrongdoings or illegal activity.

As we usher in the new year, we want to make sure workers understand how the new Illinois laws of 2025 will impact them. So here’s an overview of the Illinois Whistleblower Act and its recent changes.

In this Article:

• Updates to Key Definitions
• Good Faith Belief
• Increased Penalties and Damages
• Are New Illinois Whistleblower Laws Really Best for

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In less than fourteen hours, 1,000 people from across Chicagoland registered to receive a free $20 voucher for a safe Uber ride home on New Year’s Eve.
According to the Illinois State Police, New Year’s Eve is one of the most dangerous nights of the year when it comes to intoxicated drivers. Their officers will be patrolling our expressways and streets as will many of the other more than 850 law enforcement agencies across Illinois. “A DUI can cost someone their license, their car, their job, and as much as $75,000 not including any injuries or even deaths that could…
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