Construction Worker Injuries: A Huge Issue in Landscape Architecture
Construction Accident -
July 22, 2022
Getting injured on the job is no picnic. While a workplace injury will generally entitle the victim to workers’ compensation, additional compensation may be available if a construction worker’s injury was caused by the negligence of a third party, such as a landscape architect. If you or a loved one has been injured on the…
Types of amputation and what they could mean for your case
Catastrophic Injury -
July 15, 2022
Some industries are more at risk of experiencing injuries, such as power press operators, who account for around 10% of all amputation injuries each year, with some 49% of injuries to power press operators resulting in amputations. Motor vehicle collisions are also a leading cause of amputations. Whatever the cause of your amputation, the costs…
Autopsy report vs. death certificate: What’s the difference?
Wrongful Death -
April 21, 2022
No amount of compensation can replace the loss of your loved one. However, a wrongful death claim might put you and your family in a better financial position. Compensation for wrongful death may include money for medical bills, funeral expenses, the loss of the financial contributions of your lost loved one to your household, and…
Top 5 strange personal injury cases
Personal Injury -
April 21, 2022
Injuries can lead to expensive medical bills and impact your ability to work and support yourself and your family. But when you’re injured in an accident or incident that was caused by someone else, you could be entitled to compensation to cover all the costs and damages associated with your injury. Collecting the compensation that…
Can I sue my child’s therapist for malpractice?
Medical Malpractice -
April 21, 2022
If you or a loved one has experienced injury due to the care provided by a psychologist, you could be entitled to compensation for the associated costs and damages. Children are minors, so their parents are responsible for bringing claims on their behalf if they are injured. Today, we’ll explore therapist malpractice. From there, contact…
Is being discharged from the hospital too soon grounds for medical malpractice?
Medical Malpractice -
April 21, 2022
When you undergo a procedure from a medical professional, you trust that you will receive a treatment that meets the basic standards of care. When the standards of care are not met and injury happens, you could have a medical malpractice claim; for instance, being discharged from the hospital too soon. The level of care…
Illinois’ damages cap for wrongful death claims
Wrongful Death -
April 21, 2022
The Illinois Wrongful Death Act governs laws regarding wrongful death lawsuits. One of these rules is damage caps. A damage cap restricts how much money a plaintiff can recover from a defendant in a wrongful death case. Below, our Chicago wrongful death attorneys explain the wrongful death damages cap in Illinois. We also explain factors…
Average number of car accidents in a lifetime
Car Accident -
February 12, 2022
The average American changes jobs 12 times in their life, and from birth to death they’ll interact with an average of 80,000 people. These are fun statistics that put an interesting perspective on the human condition, but not all figures are as positive. According to research published on Fox Business, the average American will be…
What to do when an unlicensed driver is at fault in an accident
Car Accident,Personal Injury -
December 22, 2021
Everyone knows that you have to have a driver’s license to operate a vehicle legally on the roadways in Chicago and throughout Illinois. However, what happens if you are injured or sustain property damage in a vehicle accident caused by an unlicensed driver? Here, we will examine the insurance claims process involved in accidents caused…
Chicago’s Most Dangerous Intersections
Car Accident,Personal Injury -
December 22, 2021
Accidents are not uncommon throughout the Chicago area, particularly at intersections. However, do you know which intersections in the Windy City are the most dangerous for drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians? Here, we want to review some of Chicago’s most dangerous intersections so you can take steps to remain safe when you are around these areas….