Car accidents,Child Injuries | September 1, 2020 Any driver in Illinois who will have children in their vehicle needs to understand there are various laws in place regarding child car seats and seatbelts. Seatbelts and car seats are one of the main ways to keep drivers and passengers inside the…
North Chicago & St. Louis Injury Updates
Your Guide to Filing a Birth Injury Lawsuit in Illinois
Birth injury | August 24, 2020 Thousands of babies are born each day in this country with some sort of birth injury. Unfortunately, birth injuries are more common in the US than they are in other developed nations around the world. Some birth injuries leave a child only partially disabled,…
Is Fault Automatic in a Rear-End Car Accident Case?
Car accidents | August 22, 2020 While no one expects that they will be involved in a rear-end collision, the reality is that these accidents are not uncommon. Rear-end collisions regularly occur at intersections, in stop-and-go traffic, when vehicles are making turns, and in various other situations. You may have…
Headache After A Car Accident: Can I Still Make A Claim?
Car accidents | August 20, 2020 Car accidents can lead to severe injuries for victims. While some of these injuries are immediately apparent, others may be delayed or even hidden for a period of time after a crash occurs. Often, car accident victims report having a headache after a car…
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Caused By Medical Negligence
Medical malpractice | August 18, 2020 Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot forms in one or more of the deep veins inside of a person’s body. DVT typically occurs in the legs, thighs, or pelvis. This type of medical emergency can lead to long-lasting or permanent disabilities…
Common Questions to Ask a Medical Malpractice Lawyer
Medical malpractice | August 14, 2020 If you or somebody you care about has been injured due to the careless or negligent actions of a medical professional, it may be necessary to seek assistance from a medical malpractice lawyer to secure the compensation you need. Medical mistakes are the third…
Crucial Steps to Take After a Pedestrian Accident
Pedestrian Accident | August 12, 2020 No one expects to be involved in a pedestrian accident, but the reality is that these incidents are not uncommon in Illinois. According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, there were more than 5,000 total pedestrian crashes during the latest reporting year of data…
Chicago Motorcycle Accident Laws
Motorcycle Accident | August 8, 2020 Motorcycles are becoming increasingly popular methods of transportation in and around Chicago. If you or somebody you love is a motorcycle operator, it is important to understand all of the laws associated with these vehicles. If you’ve been involved in an accident, contact a…
Car Accidents and Internal Bleeding
Car accidents,Personal Injury | August 2, 2020 Nobody ever expects to get into a car accident, but the reality is that these incidents are not uncommon in and around the Chicago area. Most car accidents result in only minor injuries, and victims are able to make a full recovery within…
What to Expect in a Car Accident Lawsuit in Illinois
Car accidents | July 22, 2020 If you or somebody you love gets injured in a car accident caused by the negligent actions of somebody else, there are various ways to recover compensation. Typically, this will happen through the insurance claims process. However, it may be necessary to file a…