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It’s been all over the news lately: autonomous vehicles. From Tesla’s Autopilot function on their new models, to Google potentially developing a self-driving car fleet, to Uber’s launch of driverless taxis in Pittsburgh this fall, autonomous vehicles are going from science fiction to mainstream in just a few years. But it’s not just cars…

Think back to the last time you were driving down the road in a 30 mph zone. Were you actually going 30, or were you going 35? Odds are you don’t even remember, because that difference is so slight that it feels, to a driver, like basically the same speed. You were right around…

An accident near the end of last month put four people in the hospital. The Chicago Tribune reported that the crash happened in unincorporated Lake Villa. The wreck was between a 2004 Acura, a 2013 Ford, and a 2013 Hyundai. A 22-year-old was driving the Acura, and police say he went over the center…

The winter weather in Illinois can be astoundingly beautiful, with snow piled on the rooftops and ice glistening on the tree branches. On some days, just walking outside makes you feel like you’re stepping into a holiday card. However, this beautiful scenery does come at a price. Ice and snow can be very hazardous,…

Trailer accidents are, in many cases, highly avoidable. Even so, they happen in Illinois and can have disastrous results. A car that hits a trailer that has broken free from the towing car could be completely destroyed, seriously injuring or even killing the occupants. So, how can those who are towing trailers put an…

Bedsores can be incredibly painful and they often feel nearly inevitable. When you have limited mobility, the constant pressure on your skin can cause these to develop despite your best efforts, and that same limited mobility can make it nearly impossible for them to heal. However, you need to know that experts say a…

Halloween is a special holiday for young kids. They get to dress up, go and knock on neighbors’ doors and best of all, get their hands on candy. One little Chicago boy’s Halloween turned into a nightmare, however, when he was struck by a car as he and his family crossed a street in…

When you made the decision to put your loved one in a nursing home, one of your biggest reasons was probably to help them get the care and attention they need for both their health and safety. Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect is a sad reality in nursing homes in Chicagoland and across…

Not only is Halloween one of the busiest night of the year for pedestrians, it’s actually the most fatal. According to AAA, 4 p.m. to midnight on Halloween is the deadliest night of the year, and much of the fatal accidents have to do with cars. How can you keep your little trick-or-treaters safe,…

With the fall season upon us, the nights are starting sooner and lasting longer. Soon, if you aren’t already, you will be driving to or from work and other events in the dark. Nighttime driving takes extra care and attention. Try these tips to keep yourself safe out there. Turn your headlights on. An…