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Consumer Law,Defective Products - 24 May 2023
Are you experiencing symptoms such as blurred vision, sensitivity to light, or redness or swelling of the eye? You may have been infected with Burkholderia cepacia (B. cepacia), a bacteria recently found in bottles of artificial tears and lubricant eye drops. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a recall of several eye products: EzriCare…
Workers' Compensation - 15 May 2023
The workplace is not just a place of employment — it’s a complex ecosystem where various dynamics come into play. These dynamics, positive or negative, affect employees’ well-being and an organization’s overall success. An issue that threatens this equilibrium is workplace violence and injuries. These unfortunate occurrences can significantly affect an employee’s ability to work…
Car Accident - 14 May 2023
Car accidents are one of the leading causes of death and serious injuries in the United States. The risk is spread across all types of people, but gender can play an important role in determining who is more likely to be involved in a crash — and who will suffer more serious injuries if they…
Car Accident - 13 May 2023
According to the U.S. Federal Highway Administration, more than half of all motor vehicle collisions resulting in injuries or fatalities occur at intersections. Fortunately, the causes of intersection collisions are largely preventable, and being aware of them can help you take the necessary steps to avoid them. Continue reading to learn more, then contact Horwitz,…
Workers' Compensation - 09 May 2023
Also known as work-from-home employees, remote employees have become an increasingly common part of the workplace, and with that comes questions about workers’ compensation for remote employees. Continue reading to learn more, then contact Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates for personalized guidance about your rights to workers’ comp benefits in Illinois. Eligibility for workers’ compensation benefits…
Motorcycle Accident - 08 May 2023
The simple answer is yes — Illinois ensures traffic tickets are reported to most other states, and a traffic ticket in Illinois might have consequences in your home state. Continue reading to learn more, then contact Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates if you’ve been injured in a traffic accident. Driver License Compact Illinois is a member…
Motorcycle Accident - 07 May 2023
Using fatal traffic crash data provided by the Illinois Department of Transportation for the years 2016 through 2021, we’ve identified the seven most dangerous streets in Aurora, Illinois. Be sure to practice extra caution when driving along these streets — and if you or a loved one does get into an accident, be sure to…
Defective Products - 05 May 2023
Taking an RV out on the open road for a road trip vacation is a dream for many, but these dreams can quickly become nightmares due to some of these common RV problems. At best, you could be stuck on the side of a road with no help for miles; at worst, an RV problem…
Consumer Law - 21 Apr 2023
How to tell if the used car you’re buying has flood damage (and what to do about it) If you’re in the market for a used car, always check for flood damage. Why? Because it’s common for vehicles from flood and hurricane-prone areas to get sold at auction after natural disasters. After some cleaning and…
Truck Accident - 08 Mar 2023
The railway industry is governed by different workers’ compensation policies than private industries, so it’s important that you know what to do after a workplace injury. Filing the appropriate claim can ensure that you receive the compensation and benefits to which you’re entitled. Types of railroad injuries According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics,…
