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This summer it seemed almost impossible to open your phone or turn on the news without seeing a new food recall. 2026 has been a busy year for the FDA, tracking multiple foodborne illness investigations, including several major contamination events involving Cyclospora, E. coli, Salmonella, Listeria, and more. Extensive national media coverage of these food recalls and foodborne illness cases…Read More

Electric bicycles (e-bikes) and electric scooters (e-scooters) have become increasingly popular among children and teenagers. These devices, often referred to more broadly as electric micromobility devices, give young riders a convenient way to travel around their neighborhoods, visit friends, or get to school. They're essentially electric motorcycles being marketed like toys, but the fun factor might be outweighed by the…Read More

Reviewed By: The Spiros Law Team | Last Reviewed & Updated: September 1, 2026 Social media has become an integral part of our everyday communication, and it’s often second nature to post about significant events in our lives. After a car crash or workplace injury, it may feel natural to post an update, share a photo with friends, or explain…Read More

Reviewed By: The Spiros Law Team | Last Reviewed & Updated: August 27, 2026 Every time you hit the road, you assume the responsibility of keeping yourself and others safe on the road. August is Traffic Safety Awareness Month, which emphasizes that traffic safety is everyone’s responsibility. This dedicated awareness month encourages drivers, passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians to make safer…Read More

Reviewed By: The Spiros Law Team | Last Reviewed & Updated: July 30, 2026 The demands of long-haul trucking can leave drivers exhausted, increasing the risk of serious collisions. Commercial truck drivers have the reputation of sacrificing sleep and rest breaks, whether it’s to move cargo as quickly as possible or to log as many hours as they can. This…Read More

A back or spine injury from a crash can have an impact on the rest of your life. When it comes to quality of life, being able to cover damages, including medical bills, physical therapy, and pain and suffering, is often top of mind and added stress on top of an injury. A spinal cord injury occurs when damage to…Read More

For young drivers, summer often brings a greater sense of freedom, heightening eagerness to get out, explore, and socialize with friends. According to AAA, an average of eight people is killed every day in crashes involving teen drivers during the summer months. During this time, with friends in tow and time to kill, teens may be more likely to engage…Read More

Summer is here, which means the peak of roadwork construction season is also upon us. You might wonder why this is, considering summertime is prime travel time, but in most Midwestern and northern states, such as Illinois, summer provides ideal conditions for road construction. Warmer temperatures are ideal for asphalt paving and concrete work, longer daylight hours extend working time,…Read More

Motorcycle collisions often result in serious, life-altering injuries, and when another party’s carelessness is to blame, proving negligence becomes a critical step in recovering compensation. However, establishing fault in a motorcyclist crash case isn’t always straightforward. Insurance companies may attempt to shift blame onto the rider, relying on unfair stereotypes or disputing the facts of the incident. In this blog,…Read More

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have made getting around more convenient than ever, but when a crash happens, passengers are often left unsure of what to do next. If you’ve been injured while riding in an Uber or Lyft, you may be dealing with medical bills, insurance questions, and uncertainty about your legal rights. Unlike traditional car collisions, rideshare…Read More