Starting this week, Chicago drivers can be fined $35 for driving six mph over the speed limit. City officials have said that this new fine, a part of the Vision Zero Chicago Program, is designed to reduce the increase in driving fatalities and injuries reported last year. According to a City of Chicago press release, the […]
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Businesses have started to open up for more in-person dining, shopping, and services, which has led to more driving and getting out of the house. Therefore, Strellis and Field wanted to share some information about the dangers of distracted driving in an effort to keep everyone safe on the road. What exactly is distracted driving? […]
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Today is the first day of July and the day that 10 new Illinois laws will be going into effect. Here is a brief recap of the new laws in Illinois. Minimum Wage Increase In Chicago, the minimum wage is increasing from $13 to $14/hr for employers with over 21 employees. The minimum wage for […]
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During this time of the year, driving in Chicago can be intimidating and dangerous due to cold weather conditions. Driving in the ice, snow, and slush can be difficult even for the most experienced drivers. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 17 percent of all vehicle crashes happen during winter weather conditions. […]
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