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Quad Cities truck accident trial preparation

Truck Accident Trial Preparation by Quad Cities Injury Lawyers

Many truck accident cases are built from day one with the expectation that they may need to be tried in court. This process, known as truck accident trial preparation, focuses on investigating the crash early, preserving key evidence, and correctly applying state and federal trucking regulations. Because commercial truck accidents often result in serious injuries […]

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Winter Jackknife Truck Accident Risks on Quad Cities Interstates

AI-generated Image Winter in the Quad Cities brings more than cold temperatures and holiday traffic—it also marks one of the most dangerous seasons for semi-truck crashes. Among the most serious winter trucking incidents are jackknife accidents, where a semi’s trailer swings out at a sharp angle, resembling a folding pocketknife. These crashes often block multiple […]

New Year's Eve in Quad Cities

Safety Measures for Quad Cities New Year’s Celebrations

With the new year just around the corner, many of us look forward to ringing in 2024 with friends and family. Sadly, many accidents happen on New Year’s Eve because people aren’t careful. Here are a few common NYE injuries and safety measures to take at Quad City New Year’s celebrations.

Winter Weather Safety Tips

Winter Weather Safety Tips

The Quad City region is no stranger to winter weather. While residents of the Quad Cities are familiar with winter and how to handle the inclement weather and the potential hazards that come with it, it’s not a bad idea to remember a few different steps you can take to stay safe this winter. Here, […]

December driving tips

December Driving Tips for I‑88, I‑74 & I‑280

As winter takes hold in the Quad Cities area, roads can become slick, icy, and unpredictable on major interstates like I‑88, I‑74, and I-280. For local commuters, sharing the road with semi‑trucks during December requires extra caution. At Winstein, Kavensky & Cunningham, we’ve seen how quickly accidents can occur when commercial vehicles and winter weather […]

Common Thanksgiving Injuries and How to Avoid Them

Common Thanksgiving Injuries and How to Avoid Them

Thanksgiving should be a time to unwind, share a meal, and enjoy spending time with the people you care about. However, Thanksgiving is more dangerous than many people realize, with hazards like slip and fall accidents, drunk driving, and kitchen injuries. If you or a loved one is injured because of someone else’s negligence, you […]

Fall Events in Quad Cities

Fall Event Safety in the Quad Cities: Tips from a Lawyer

Autumn in the Quad Cities brings colorful leaves, cooler weather, and countless festive community events. From the Boo! Street Landing to the Fall Belgian Fest in Moline, fall events are a highlight of the season in the Quad Cities area. But amidst all the fun, safety is essential. As a local law firm with longstanding […]

standard time car crashes

Why Quad Cities Standard Time Car Crashes Occur

As standard time (ST) approaches on November 2nd, the familiar ritual of turning the clocks back one hour is almost upon us. While many of us look forward to that extra 60 minutes of sleep, there’s a less pleasant consequence to this time shift: an increase in Quad Cities standard time car crashes. In this […]

Halloween Safety

How to Prevent Halloween Injuries

Halloween is a fun time for people of all ages. There is something for everyone, from trick-or-treating, parties, costumes, and visiting haunted attractions. While it’s the season for chills and thrills, no one wants to experience real-life scares in the form of Halloween injuries. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), there are […]