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Dash Cam Footage in Illinois Car Accident Lawsuits: How Admissible Is It?

Joseph Conboy | November 3, 2025 | Car Accidents
Dash Cam Footage in Illinois Car Accident Lawsuits: How Admissible Is It?

More drivers in Illinois are using dash cams to protect themselves in case of a car accident. These small devices record video evidence that can help show what really happened during a crash. Dash cam footage can make a big difference in car accident claims, especially when there are conflicting accounts or disputes with an […]

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Distracted Pedestrian Liability: When a Walker Causes a Chicago Car Accident

Joseph Conboy | October 31, 2025 | Car Accidents
Distracted Pedestrian Liability: When a Walker Causes a Chicago Car Accident

Most people assume that drivers are always at fault when a car hits a pedestrian, but that isn’t always true. In Chicago, distracted pedestrians (those looking at their phones, wearing headphones, or stepping into traffic without paying attention) can also cause serious car accidents. These accidents can lead to severe injuries, property damage, and complex […]

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Chicago Teen Driver Accident Claims: Special Issues for New Driver Crashes

Joseph Conboy | October 30, 2025 | Car Accidents
Chicago Teen Driver Accident Claims: Special Issues for New Driver Crashes

Teen drivers bring new energy and excitement to the road, but their inexperience also increases the risk of serious car accidents. Across Illinois, young drivers are involved in thousands of car crashes every year. Most of these involve distracted driving, speeding, or other risky behaviors that could have been prevented with better judgment and experience. […]

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Rental Car Liability in Illinois: What If You Crash a Friend’s Car?

Joseph Conboy | October 29, 2025 | Car Accidents
Rental Car Liability in Illinois: What If You Crash a Friend’s Car?

Car accidents can happen to anyone, even when driving someone else’s car. Whether you borrow a friend’s vehicle or rent one from a company, figuring out who pays for the damage can be confusing. The laws and insurance coverage in Illinois depend on who owns the car, who was driving, and whether the driver has […]

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Lane-Splitting Laws in Illinois: What Happens When a Motorcycle Is Hit While Filtering?

Joseph Conboy | October 28, 2025 | Motorcycle Accidents
Lane-Splitting Laws in Illinois: What Happens When a Motorcycle Is Hit While Filtering?

Traffic in Chicago can be stressful, especially during rush hour when slow-moving traffic makes getting anywhere difficult. Many motorcycle riders try to move between lanes to avoid congestion, a practice called lane-splitting or filtering. But in Illinois, this can create serious legal and safety concerns when a motorcycle is hit while trying to bypass traffic. […]

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Erb’s Palsy & Shoulder Dystocia Birth Injuries in Illinois: Legal Overview

Joseph Conboy | October 27, 2025 | Birth Injury
Erb’s Palsy & Shoulder Dystocia Birth Injuries in Illinois: Legal Overview

Birth injuries can happen when doctors or nurses do not give proper medical care during labor and delivery. Some of these injuries, like Erb’s palsy or shoulder dystocia injury, can affect a child’s life forever. These conditions often happen when a baby’s shoulder gets stuck in the birth canal and medical professionals fail to act […]

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Failure to Monitor Patients After Surgery: Post-Op Malpractice Claims in Illinois

Joseph Conboy | October 26, 2025 | Medical Malpractice
Failure to Monitor Patients After Surgery: Post-Op Malpractice Claims in Illinois

After surgery, patients need close care and constant attention to stay safe. A small mistake can cause serious harm if doctors or nurses fail to notice problems early. Failure to monitor patients after surgery is one of the most common forms of medical negligence, often leading to severe injury or even death. Conboy Law helps […]

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Chicago Delivery Driver Accidents: Liability When You’re Hit by Amazon

Joseph Conboy | October 25, 2025 | Car Accidents
Chicago Delivery Driver Accidents: Liability When You’re Hit by Amazon

The streets of Chicago are filled with delivery trucks and vans rushing to meet delivery deadlines. With more people choosing online shopping, Amazon delivery vehicles are now seen on almost every block. Unfortunately, these delivery driver accidents are becoming more common, often leaving accident victims with serious injuries, medical bills, and vehicle damage. Conboy Law […]

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Motorcycle Failure-to-Yield Accidents at Chicago Roundabouts

Joseph Conboy | October 24, 2025 | Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle Failure-to-Yield Accidents at Chicago Roundabouts

Roundabouts are becoming increasingly common throughout Chicago and surrounding areas as traffic engineers seek safer alternatives to traditional intersections. While these circular intersections can reduce certain types of crashes, they create unique hazards for motorcyclists who are already vulnerable on the road. Failure-to-yield accidents at roundabouts often result in devastating injuries to riders who have […]

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Brachial Plexus Nerve Damage in Newborns: Filing a Claim in Illinois

Joseph Conboy | October 23, 2025 | Birth Injury
Brachial Plexus Nerve Damage in Newborns-Filing a Claim in Illinois

When you hold your newborn for the first time, you expect to see ten tiny fingers grasping yours with strength and vitality. Discovering that your baby cannot move one arm can be terrifying and heartbreaking. Brachial plexus injuries affect the network of nerves that control arm and hand movement, and many of these devastating injuries […]

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