Illinois strengthened its texting and driving laws in July 2019. According to the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration, distracted drivers are about six times more likely to have a serious accident than drivers who are under the influence of drugs or...
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Autumn is coming: watch out for these common accidents
Summer is gradually drawing to a close. Though you may mourn the loss of warm sun, long days and summer activities, the upcoming autumn will be chock-full of fun. Red-and-brown leaves, crisp nights, apple cider—these are all things to enjoy in the upcoming months....
There are 4 key elements in wrongful death cases
When a person passes away due to an accident, it is important that the cause is established. Often, law enforcement officials will investigate and establish whether suspicious circumstances were present. In some situations, murder or manslaughter charges may be...
Poor communication is a leading cause of birth injuries
Giving birth is a huge event, both symbolically and medically. While a successful and smooth birth can facilitate one of the happiest moments of new parents' lives, when a birth is managed poorly, it can lead to physical and emotional trauma. If something goes wrong...
Can a wrongful death suit help your family recover from a loss?
Losing a loved one through a tragic accident can leave you struggling financially and emotionally. Only social support, counseling and time will help as you grieve an unexpected loss, but your emotional response isn't the only complication that a sudden death can...
If you’re injured at work, your employer has certain duties
Being injured at work can have a huge impact on both your personal and professional life. You may experience financial strain due to costly medical bills and lost wages due to taking time off to recuperate. When it comes to your professional life, you may come to the...
Your concussion can be life-changing, so get the support you need
You were enjoying a drive to get out of the house when you were suddenly hit by a driver who moved into your lane unexpectedly. Your vehicle was pushed off the road, and you ended up rolling over.The crash could have been worse, but you were still left with serious...
Medical malpractice is often due to communication failure
Research has estimated that almost one-third of all medical malpractice complaints in the United States involve communication failures. This is particularly concerning because it means that unnecessary pain and suffering is caused by a failure to adequately manage...
Your workers’ compensation claim was denied. What’s next?
Suffering an injury on the job is a difficult experience that many of us face at one point or another in our professional lives. Unfortunately, some injured workers receive the care they need from a supportive, understanding employer, while others must fight for fair...
Birth injuries: Not always natural complications
When a baby is born, there are dozens of things that could go wrong. They could be injured in any number of ways, and many of those injuries could be considered normal complications.There are some other forms of injuries, though, like hypoxia or brachial plexus...
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