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Author: Matthew Hess

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Read more about the article The Rise Of Large Vehicles And The Increase In Pedestrian Fatalities

The Rise Of Large Vehicles And The Increase In Pedestrian Fatalities

  • Post author:Matthew Hess
  • Post published:April 21, 2026
  • Post category:Pedestrian Accidents

Lately, more people in Illinois are noticing a worrying trend: pedestrian deaths are going up as bigger vehicles become more common on the roads. SUVs, lifted pickup trucks, and large…

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Read more about the article When A Vehicle Design Defect Causes Death Or Catastrophic Injury

When A Vehicle Design Defect Causes Death Or Catastrophic Injury

  • Post author:Matthew Hess
  • Post published:April 14, 2026
  • Post category:Car Accident Lawyer

Trusted Hoffman Estates Auto Accident Lawyer Fighting For Families Across Illinois A serious crash can turn lives upside down. When it turns out that a vehicle’s design or a manufacturing…

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Read more about the article Wrongful Death Cases Involving Electric Vehicle Fires And Door Failures

Wrongful Death Cases Involving Electric Vehicle Fires And Door Failures

  • Post author:Matthew Hess
  • Post published:April 13, 2026
  • Post category:Wrongful Death Lawyer

Electric vehicles are now a regular sight in Hoffman Estates, Schaumburg, Palatine, Rolling Meadows, Elk Grove Village, and nearby areas. These cars help the environment and come with advanced safety…

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Read more about the article Local Vs National Law Firms In High-Value Injury And Death Cases

Local Vs National Law Firms In High-Value Injury And Death Cases

  • Post author:Matthew Hess
  • Post published:April 7, 2026
  • Post category:Car Accident Lawyer

Why Choosing a Hoffman Estates Auto Accident Lawyer Matters After a serious crash or wrongful death, choosing the right lawyer is a crucial decision for any family. In major injury…

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Read more about the article Why Insurance Company Settlement Offers Should Not Determine Your Choice of Lawyer

Why Insurance Company Settlement Offers Should Not Determine Your Choice of Lawyer

  • Post author:Matthew Hess
  • Post published:April 6, 2026
  • Post category:Car Accident Lawyer

After a crash, your first call is often from an insurance adjuster, not a lawyer. Adjusters may seem helpful, offer a quick settlement, or suggest you do not need legal…

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Read more about the article How To Choose The Right Lawyer After A Serious Auto Injury Or Death

How To Choose The Right Lawyer After A Serious Auto Injury Or Death

  • Post author:Matthew Hess
  • Post published:April 1, 2026
  • Post category:Car Accident Lawyer

After a serious crash, the choices you make early on are important. The attorney you choose can affect whether you get the full compensation you deserve or settle for less.…

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Read more about the article Why Auto Defect Death Cases Often Involve Multiple Defendants

Why Auto Defect Death Cases Often Involve Multiple Defendants

  • Post author:Matthew Hess
  • Post published:March 31, 2026
  • Post category:Car Accident Lawyer

When a fatal crash happens because of a defective vehicle or part, not just driver error, the legal process gets much more complicated. In Illinois, wrongful death claims involving auto…

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Read more about the article Can You Recover Compensation if You Were Partially at Fault in an Illinois Car Accident?

Can You Recover Compensation if You Were Partially at Fault in an Illinois Car Accident?

  • Post author:Matthew Hess
  • Post published:March 24, 2026
  • Post category:Car Accident Attorney

Being injured in a car accident is overwhelming enough. Many people hesitate to call a lawyer because they believe that if they were even slightly at fault, they have no…

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Read more about the article Soft Tissue Injuries After a Car Crash: Why They Still Matter Legally

Soft Tissue Injuries After a Car Crash: Why They Still Matter Legally

  • Post author:Matthew Hess
  • Post published:March 23, 2026
  • Post category:Car Accident Lawyer

After a car crash, many injury victims are told they are “lucky” because nothing was broken on an X-ray or CT scan. Insurance adjusters often reinforce this idea, labeling soft…

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How Long Do You Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Illinois?

  • Post author:Matthew Hess
  • Post published:March 17, 2026
  • Post category:Personal Injury Lawyer

After a serious injury, time is rarely the first thing people think about. Medical treatment, missed work, insurance calls, and daily pain tend to take priority. Unfortunately, Illinois law imposes…

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  • Why Insurance Company Settlement Offers Should Not Determine Your Choice of Lawyer

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