Bad faith insurance,Personal Injury - March 27, 2020

When you have been injured, you should be able to count on an insurance carrier to uphold their end of an agreement. This means that the insurance carrier should follow the policy you both signed and agreed on. If you are injured due to the careless or negligent actions of another person, you should be…

Personal Injury,Work Injury,Workers' Compensation - February 19, 2020

When it comes to the workplace, you want to stay safe. Any workplace injury has the potential to cause immense pain and suffering and a loss of income. Unfortunately, work injuries are not uncommon in the United States. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), we know that there were approximately 2.8 million…

Personal Injury,Work Injury,Workers' Compensation - February 19, 2020

Most of us have to work, and we should not have to worry about getting injured on-the-job. However, workplace injuries are a major problem in this country. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there were approximately 2.8 million total non-fatal workplace injuries and illnesses during the latest reporting year across the US….

Catastrophic Injury,Personal Injury,Work Injury,Workers' Compensation - January 19, 2020

Nobody wants to get injured in a workplace incident. However, work injuries happen regularly. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were approximately 2.8 nonfatal workplace injuries or illnesses during the latest reporting year. For most work injuries, victims are compensated for their medical expenses and lost wages through workers’ compensation insurance their…

Personal Injury - January 16, 2020

If you are somebody you care about has been injured due to the careless or negligent actions of another person, you may need to consider seeking legal assistance. Despite what people you know say, personal injury cases can become very complicated. While it may be possible to handle a case on your own, the best…

Medical Malpractice,Personal Injury - January 13, 2020

Most people in this country interact with medical professionals regularly. These interactions can be between a person and their doctor or a surgeon. They can also include interactions with pharmacists, optometrists, dentists, physical therapists, and more. Unfortunately, there are times when a medical professional is careless or negligent and causes harm to a patient. According…

Personal Injury - December 30, 2019

In the aftermath of most accident cases, you will likely hear a few terms discussed. Two of those terms are likely to be personal injury and bodily injury. You may hear many people use these terms interchangeably, but they have different meanings when it comes to the law. Understanding the difference between these two terms…

Car Accident,Personal Injury - November 30, 2019

Every state has laws in place regarding how dark a vehicle’s window tint is allowed to be. These laws are all based on the percentage of darkness and the reflection your windows are allowed to have. Most vehicles on the roadway have some level of tint. However, for the sake of public safety, Illinois has…

Personal Injury,Work Injury,Workers' Compensation - November 29, 2019

When you go to work, you should expect your privacy to be protected. However, understanding your right to privacy in the workplace can be complicated. In the U.S., the right to workplace privacy is largely left up to the state, leading to employee privacy protections that vary widely from place to place. As technology continues…

Personal Injury - November 27, 2019

Thanksgiving is fast approaching, and families all over the country are getting ready for the holiday. Whether you are staying home and cooking a big meal or hitting the road to visit family, you need to be aware of certain dangers. By following certain safety tips, you can ensure the safety of yourself and your…