Spiros Law, P.C. Blog

When winter weather hits, snow and ice can turn into chaos. Central Illinois has experienced a surge of snow and ice, prompting multiple communities to declare emergencies. The Illinois State Police have reported a dramatic increase in traffic incidents across the region. In a short period, troopers have responded to more than 250 vehicle crashes and weather-related traffic incidents, including…Read More

People living in Illinois, like our neighbors in Champaign, Danville, and Kankakee, are too familiar with the dangers that winter creates from cold temperatures, freezing rain, and ice. The beauty of winter often comes with dangers lurking beneath the white, fluffy surface, and slick walkways are a prime example. Slipping on ice can do more than ruin your day. It…Read More

Nightfall brings an elevated risk of serious injury to both drivers and pedestrians. Higher speeds, impaired judgment, and poor visibility spell disaster all too often on Illinois roadways. Given this ongoing threat to our communities, our experienced team of personal injury lawyers takes your recovery seriously. We understand that navigating the insurance claims process can seem daunting, and we are…Read More

The holiday season is a time for celebration, with friends and families gathering together for parties, gift exchanges, and other joyous traditions. But that festive cheer can change in an instant when a catastrophic event occurs. During the holidays, dangers on the road increase significantly, particularly due to drunk driving. In fact, there is unfortunately a spike in drunk driving…Read More

On Sunday, November 30, 2025, Thanksgiving weekend ended with firefighters responding to reports of a fire at Churchill Towers, a high-rise apartment building in Danville. Upon arrival, firefighters found heavy smoke coming from the fourth and fifth floor windows and could see people trapped on the upper floors, unable to exit safely on their own. Danville firefighters and police officers…Read More

Animal bites can occur when you least expect them and often happen unprovoked. Interacting with dogs is a common occurrence, like when you're at the park, taking a walk around the neighborhood, or even when an unleashed dog approaches you. Being bitten by an animal - like a dog - can be a traumatic experience. Between the shock and the…Read More

When you’ve suffered an injury due to someone else’s negligence, filing a personal injury lawsuit - on top of dealing with medical bills and missed work - can feel overwhelming. Understanding what to expect can ease your worries and help you make informed decisions during the process. First, you may be wondering if your injury can be filed as a…Read More

In a traumatic commercial trucking incident, protecting your rights can be even more complex than the collision itself. When you are hit by a semi-truck, it’s much different from a car wreck with any other vehicle on the road. Tractor-trailers often exceed 80,000 pounds when fully loaded, while the average passenger car weighs around 4,000 pounds. When an average vehicle…Read More

On Tuesday, September 30th, 2025, a scary scene unfolded in a bean crop field at approximately 12:02 p.m. A combine and bean crop field erupted in flames in Clinton, Illinois, resulting in one injury and widespread power outages. Clinton firefighters rushed to the scene in the area of Reagan Road and Illinois Route 54 to battle the flames. Upon arrival,…Read More

On August 15, a class action lawsuit was filed against Allstate Insurance Company on behalf of a Madison County boat owner. The plaintiff, Trisha Bell, accused the insurance giant of alleged consumer fraud after being denied coverage for one of her watercrafts. The claim states that she was allegedly issued useless coverage, where the boat insurance policy coverage limits are…Read More