Pedestrian Accident | October 13, 2020 Accidents occur in a variety of ways throughout the state of Illinois. Unfortunately, pedestrians are often involved in vehicle accidents in this state, and they regularly happen because of a violation of crosswalk laws. It is vital that both pedestrians and drivers understand the…
North Chicago & St. Louis Injury Updates
Do I Need Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Insurance?
Car accidents | October 12, 2020 While nobody wants to be involved in a vehicle accident, the reality is that crashes occur regularly throughout Illinois. These incidents can leave victims with significant property and injury damages. Unfortunately, many drivers throughout Illinois are uninsured or underinsured. Here, our Chicago car accident…
Chicago Reckless Driving Laws
Car accidents,Personal Injury | October 5, 2020 Vehicle accidents happen in a variety of ways in and around the Chicago area. Unfortunately, these accidents are regularly caused by the careless or negligent actions of others on the roadway. This includes reckless driving. Here, our Chicago car accident lawyers want to…
Can A Pre-Existing Injury Affect My Personal Injury Claim?
Personal Injury | October 2, 2020 If you or a loved one have been injured in an accident caused by the careless or negligent actions of somebody else, you should be entitled to compensation for your losses. However, if you have a pre-existing condition or have sustained an injury in…
How to File a Dog Bite Report in Illinois
Dog Bites | September 30, 2020 Dog bites and attacks often leave victims with severe injuries. If you or somebody you know has been bitten and injured by a dog, you should be entitled to compensation for your injuries. However, there are various steps you need to take to ensure…
When Can You Sue for Hospital Infections?
Medical malpractice,Wrongful Death | September 25, 2020 Hospital-acquired infections are more common than most people realize, and they can have devastating effects on those who contract the infection. Although there has been significant progress made over the last few decades in preventing many healthcare-associated infections, there is still a long…
Medical Malpractice and Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension
Medical malpractice | September 20, 2020 Medical malpractice cases arise anytime a preventable medical error occurs that harms a patient. These medical mistakes are often devastating, particularly when they occur to an expectant mother or a child. One common birth injury is called pregnancy-induced hypertension, or PIH. While this type…
What To Do If You’re Wrongfully Accused Of A Car Accident in Chicago
Car accidents | September 15, 2020 Getting into a car accident can be a scary experience, and the last thing you expect to happen is to be falsely accused of causing the incident. In the aftermath of being in a car accident, the process can get confusing. If you were…
Can You Receive Workers’ Comp for Anxiety or Stress in Illinois?
Work Accidents | September 10, 2020 Workers’ compensation insurance is available to anyone who sustains an injury while they are at work or performing their work-related duties. When most people think of workers’ compensation, they think of specific sudden-onset traumas such as broken bones, head injuries, lacerations, etc. However, there…
Can a Passenger Sue Both Drivers?
Car accidents | September 4, 2020 Getting into a car accident as a passenger can be a terrifying experience. Passengers are just as likely as drivers to sustain injuries in an accident, and it is important to understand that passengers should be entitled to recover insurance compensation for their expenses.…