Traffic Violations

If you are a driver in the United States, you will probably be pulled over at some point in your life for a traffic violation. It is not an uncommon occurrence-in 2011, 42 percent of people who interacted with police had done so because of a traffic stop, and about half of those interactions resulted […]

If a police officer begins to follow you while you are driving, you may be unsure how to react. Once you see the flashing lights behind you, it may be tempting to keep driving, especially if you do not believe that you have committed a traffic crime. However, if an officer is attempting to pull

For years, researchers and sociologists have been trying to link human behavior with the entertainment and media that we consume. Most of us clearly remember the controversy over explicitly violent video games such as Mortal Kombat and the Street Fighter franchise. In addition to video game violence, there has also been concern over risky onscreen

It is a hardship for anyone to lose their driver’s license, but most especially for Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) holders who earn their living behind the wheel. In this post, we take a look at five things that all CDL holders should know in order to protect their driving privileges and their ability to earn

We previously used this space to discuss the controversial placement and effectiveness of red light cameras in Illinois. The controversy appears to be growing, and drivers throughout the state continue facing the threat of collecting traffic offenses issued by cameras as they travel throughout the region. Review of Effectiveness Yet to Be Conducted Red light

Young drivers can easily find themselves in serious legal trouble in any number of ways, including repeated speeding offenses (particularly in work/school zones), for example, or driving under the influence. Distracted driving due to smartphone use is another common problem with young drivers, who need to be aware of the 2014 Illinois law that calls

Traffic violations Traffic violations are a common reason for getting pulled over by the police. In fact, most drivers have been pulled over at least once in their lives. It can be easy for us as drivers to be comfortable bending the rules a bit and many drivers admit to practicing dangerous behaviors on the

Most drivers have been pulled over for a traffic violation at some point in their lives, and they have a pretty good idea of how most such stops go. The officer pulls the driver over, approaches the car, asks for the driver’s license and registration, and addresses the alleged offense. Depending on the circumstances, the

When first learning to drive, some are taught a little rhyme to help them in certain situations. The saying goes, “For sirens and lights, pull to the right.” However, yielding the right of way, slowing down, and even stopping your vehicle is not just for fire trucks, police vehicles, and ambulances, as Illinois traffic laws

School is back in session, which means that many residential areas are suddenly much quieter during the day and homework clutters kitchen tables in the evening. As families with school-aged children get back into the swing of the school year, drivers throughout Illinois must take extra precautions when driving near school buildings as speeding in