Blog

swerving to avoid an animal

What to Do If You Are Hit by a Driver Swerving to Avoid an Animal?

During the Fall, it’s not uncommon to cross paths with deer, raccoons, foxes, and other wildlife while driving in the Quad Cities. If an animal darts out in front of your car, the first thing you will likely do is swerve to avoid it. While this is many people’s first instinct, swerving to avoid an […]

Quad Cities Marathon Safety

Quad Cities Marathon Safety Tips From a Quad Cities Injury Lawyer

The Quad Cities Marathon is an annual community event that celebrates both community and endurance. Like at any other large event or athletic competition, there are always safety risks for everyone involved. That’s why it’s smart to review the top Quad Cities marathon safety tips before race day. Whether you’re competing, cheering, or volunteering, preparation […]

Best of the Quad-Cities 2025_bannerV2

Best of the Quad-Cities 2025 Winners

We’re excited to share that John Singer earned 3rd place for Best Attorney in the Quad City Times ‘Best of the Quad–Cities 2025.’ And, Winstein, Kavensky & Cunningham took 2nd place for Best Law Firm. THANK YOU to everyone who voted and helped make this possible!

Teaching Kids Pedestrian and Bike Safety

Teaching Kids Pedestrian and Bike Safety

Summer is winding down, and the Quad Cities back-to-school season is in full swing. Along with the excitement of a new school year, safety needs to be a top priority, especially when it comes to getting to and from school. With more children out and about walking or riding bikes in the early mornings and […]

Back-to-School Legal Insights for Quad Cities Parents

Back-to-School Legal Insights for Quad Cities Parents

The start of a new school year brings excitement, but it also raises important questions for parents. You may wonder how to keep your child safe on the way to and from school. You might also think about what steps to take if they are injured at school, how your custody arrangement could affect school-related […]

2025 No-Touch Laws for Illinois and Iowa Drivers

2025 No-Touch Laws for Illinois and Iowa Drivers

Social media has been buzzing with videos claiming that new 2025 no-touch laws are taking effect nationwide. While there’s some truth to that, the real news for our community is local: Iowa recently passed a new hands-free law aimed at reducing crashes caused by distracted driving. Meanwhile, Illinois continues to enforce its hands-free law, which […]

Fireworks Laws in Illinois and Iowa

What You Can and Can’t Light Up: Fireworks Laws in Illinois and Iowa

With the 4th of July approaching, many residents in the Quad Cities are making plans for the holiday. Whether you’re having a cookout, a pool party, a day on the lake, traveling, or just having a quiet day at home, one aspect of Independence Day is ever-present: fireworks. No matter if you’re going to have […]

Quad Cities Park Injuries

Who’s Responsible for Park Injury Liability in the Quad Cities?

Parks are where families gather, kids play, and communities come together; however, when someone gets hurt, whether due to broken playground equipment, unsafe walking paths, or poor maintenance, park injury liability quickly becomes a serious concern. If you or a loved one was injured at a park in Davenport, Bettendorf, Moline, or Rock Island, establishing […]

How Dashcam Footage Affects Liability in Davenport or Moline Cases

How Dashcam Footage Affects Liability in Davenport or Moline Cases

Establishing liability is essential for filing a personal injury claim after a car accident. One of the best ways to do this is by reviewing dashcam footage. Dashcams are becoming one of the most valuable tools for determining fault and gathering evidence after a crash. The use of this new technology is even more vital […]

motorcycle accident lawyer

Motorcycle Accident Statistics for IL and IA

At Winstein, Kavensky & Cunningham, our motorcycle accident lawyers have more than 50 years of experience representing injured Quad City riders. We’ve learned a few things about Illinois and Iowa motorcycle accident statistics that we’d like to share. Knowing this information may help motorcyclists and drivers be more aware of making decisions that make our […]