The public holds police officers in high regard. As such, we expect that they will act in the interest of public safety at all times, even while off duty. Recently, however, Chicago residents were horrified to hear about a fatal …
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Drunk driving remains one of most reckless and selfish decisions an individual can make. By choosing to get behind the wheel, drunk drivers show that they have no regard for the lives or safety of others on the road, and …
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For many Chicago residents, this Sunday will be devoted entirely to watching the Super Bowl and related coverage. Regardless of whether you watch it at a bar with friends or at a home party, chances are good that alcohol will …
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Government and industry statistics state that anywhere from 3 percent to 33 percent of fatal car accidents are caused by drowsy drivers. And Chicago drivers may be interested in a new Center for Disease Control study that found that 1 …
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Friends are mourning the death of an affable and sociable Chicago skateboarder after he was hit by a drunk driver earlier this month. According to one of the man’s longtime friends, who was with him at the time of the …
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Many auto accidents in Chicago and the injuries that result from them could be prevented if only drivers would observe the duty of care they owe to everyone else on the road. One of the most significant breaches of that …
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Last week, a number of family members rented a private bus so that they could spend a night out together in Chicago to celebrate the birthday of a late relative. But this act of familial unity will be remembered as …
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Illinois officials at the Department of Transportation are considering adopting new measures to prevent people from driving in the wrong direction on the state’s highways. A DOT study on the subject will come out in a few months. The talk …
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When people go out for a drink at a Chicago restaurant or bar, they have a responsibility and a choice. Although they have a legal duty not to operate their vehicle under the influence of alcohol, many still make the …
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