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Is the Rear Driver Always at Fault in an Illinois Rear-End Crash?

6.28.2026
by paulpaddalaw
SUV rear-ending sedan at residential intersection near stop sign

Why Fault in Illinois Rear-End Crashes Is Rarely Automatic Key Takeaways: The rear driver in an Illinois rear-end crash is not automatically at fault. Liability depends on whether each driver met the standard of ordinary care. While a rear driver who tailgates, speeds, or fails to brake is often primarily […]

What Is the Multiplier Method for Pain and Suffering in Illinois?

6.25.2026
by paulpaddalaw
attorney writing notes on legal pad beside labeled Medical Bills binder

Putting a Dollar Figure on Invisible Injuries After an Illinois Crash Key Takeaways: The multiplier method estimates pain and suffering in Illinois by multiplying your total economic damages by a number generally between 1.5 and 5, with the factor reflecting injury severity, permanence, and disruption. Illinois law separates these intangible, […]