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2020 Illinois Significant Law Changes

2019 was a very active year for the Illinois legislature. Over 200 new laws went into effect as of January 1, 2020. Listed below are some new laws that may...

Illinois Becomes a Hands-Free State

We have all heard “Don’t text and drive”. Hopefully almost all of us follow those instructions. But certainly, we have all seen someone using a cellphone in their car while...

New Distracted Driving Law in Illinois

Using electronic devices while driving is as dangerous as drunk driving. Recently, texting has become the most common cause of distracted driving accidents. A U.S Department of Transportation 2015 report...

New Driving Safety Laws Signed into Illinois Laws

Governor Bruce Rauner signed two new driving safety measure laws this month. The first cracks down on distracted driving. The second encourages motorists to watch for bikes. The new law will...

The Risks of Teen driving: A Guide for Parents

Becoming a good driver takes practice, which is why new drivers—including teens—have higher rates of traffic fatalities. Teens starting out on the road need guidance, as there are many risks...

Illinois Distracted Driving Awareness Week

In support of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, from April 24 through April 28, Illinois has designated Distracted Driving Awareness Week. The Illinois Association of Police asked the governor to declare that...

Distracted Drivers – How Insurance Rates Increase

As smart phones become smarter, drivers have a harder time keeping their hands off of their phones while driving. With every convenience and entertainment option at your fingertips, many drivers...

Distracted Driving: Staying Focused on the Road in Illinois

Distracted driving is linked to more than 1.6 million crashes in the United States annually, resulting in serious injuries and sometimes deaths.  Some experts say the economic impact of these...
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