Free legal help for veterans in Illinois
Personal Injury -
November 9, 2023
Taking care of those who have sacrificed so much As a veteran, you risked your life for the rights of people in the U.S. Now, you find yourself fighting for your rights, whether it’s trying to get benefits you’re entitled to, resolving a family legal affair, or getting a criminal record expunged. Many veterans have…
Trial court vs. appellate court: Know the differences
Personal Injury -
November 9, 2023
Settling a dispute may require filing a lawsuit and going to court. Understanding the differences between trial vs appellate courts in Chicago will prepare you for this process. Many cases are resolved before they go to court, but settling a dispute requires the case to move through the courts in a specific order. When an…
Oral phenylephrine, a popular OTC medicine for colds and allergies, doesn’t work
Defective Products -
November 9, 2023
People who suffer from the common cold or the effects of allergies recently got a surprise about some of their favorite over-the-counter (OTC) medications. In September 2023, a government agency indicated they would take action soon after research showed that oral phenylephrine, a popular OTC medicine for colds and allergies, doesn’t work. Consumers have the…
How to obtain a cash settlement for your insurance claim
Personal Injury -
November 2, 2023
Life doesn’t come to a stop after being injured in an accident. If anything, the pressing matters that come daily often seem to build, growing into a mountain of problems that need solving. There are many tasks you are equipped to handle, but taking on the critical responsibility of negotiating with insurance companies while you…
Can you sue after signing a waiver?
Personal Injury -
November 2, 2023
When was the last time you went to a trampoline park or rode a jet ski? What about visiting a haunted house or an escape room? You may remember signing a waiver before the fun, but what exactly did it mean? Waivers are meant to provide legal security for those managing risky activities, but these…
Homeowners insurance policy rescission: What you need to know
Personal Injury -
October 27, 2023
Your home is one of your most important possessions for more than its monetary value. It’s where you and your family should feel safe and protected. However, your homeowners’ insurance company may destroy that sense of security by terminating your policy without your permission. When this happens, you need guidance from our Chicago personal injury…
Illinois Halloween laws to remember this fall
Personal Injury -
October 26, 2023
Halloween is often celebrated as a way to step out of your everyday life and become someone, or something, else. Princesses, movie stars, superheroes, witches, wizards, monsters – the list goes on for how children and adults may wish to dash about their neighborhoods in search of treats. However, our state is famous for some…
What happens when you reject an insurance settlement offer?
Personal Injury -
October 26, 2023
An injury can strike in the most unexpected moments at work, on the road, running errands at the grocery store, or any place you go throughout a busy day. Time off from work, daily chores, doctor visits, and medical bills often come together to produce an overwhelming uncertainty about managing a pileup of life’s events….
Common LASIK eye surgery mistakes
Medical Malpractice -
October 19, 2023
LASIK eye surgery has grown in popularity since its development in 1990, and millions of individuals have benefited from this revolutionary treatment for vision problems. However, there are a number of practitioners performing LASIK who are not fully capable. The result is medical malpractice that leaves patients with a variety of new vision maladies. When…
Statute of repose vs. statute of limitations: What you need to know
Personal Injury -
October 12, 2023
Undertaking a legal action such as a civil lawsuit can be confusing and intimidating. There are many terms, statutes, and requirements that must be followed if your case is to be successful. Two of particular importance are the statute of repose and the statute of limitations. Each one relates to when you may bring a…