Personal Injury - 03 Aug 2026
Workers’ compensation is usually handled at the state level, but some workers are covered by federal law instead. Most Illinois employees use the state workers’ compensation system, while federal government employees generally fall under a separate national program. Getting hurt at work can leave you worried about your health, your paycheck, and your family. Filing…
Personal Injury - 23 Jul 2026
Most travel insurance plans cover some personal injury costs, mainly emergency medical care and accidental death, but how much they pay out depends on your policy’s specific terms and exclusions. A Chicago personal injury lawyer at Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates can review your policy and your accident to find out what you’re owed, and whether…
Motor Vehicles Accidents - 16 Jul 2026
In Chicago, red light cameras are positioned at intersections to capture images and video of vehicles that fail to stop at red lights. If you’ve accidentally run a red light with a camera nearby, you may receive a citation in the mail, complete with evidence from the camera system. Understanding what happens next, your rights,…
Car Accidents - 08 Jul 2026
There’s no set dollar amount for a bruised-rib injury. What you recover depends on how severe the injury is, how much medical treatment it required, and how much fault you carry for the crash. A Chicago car accident lawyer at Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates can review your medical records and the crash details to estimate…
Personal Injury - 07 Jul 2026
A DUI is very likely to affect your personal injury or car accident case, whether it’s just an arrest or a conviction in criminal court. Whenever a DUI or another criminal charge is involved, it’s wise to speak with a Chicago personal injury lawyer about how it may affect your case and what role it…
Workers Compensation - 01 Jul 2026
You may be eligible to recover workers’ compensation benefits for a panic attack in Illinois in some very specific circumstances. On their own, anxiety or panic disorders usually aren’t covered under Illinois workers’ compensation laws. However, if these conditions were caused by a work accident, you may have grounds. If you think your panic attack…
Truck Accidents - 26 Jun 2026
Yes, more than one party can be responsible for a truck accident. The truck driver, the trucking company, another motorist, a maintenance provider, or a parts manufacturer can each share fault depending on what caused the crash. Under Illinois law, you have the right to seek compensation for your injuries and property damage from each…
Truck Accidents - 23 Jun 2026
You should get a lawyer for a truck accident as soon as possible after the crash. Once you’ve gotten medical treatment and are able to discuss what happened, contact an attorney who can explain your legal options and what your claim may be worth. A Gurnee truck accident lawyer at Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates can…
Truck Accidents - 01 Jun 2026
In accidents involving mail trucks, victims may be eligible to hold the United States Postal Service (USPS) or the delivery driver accountable for damages. The procedures for filing against the federal government differ from those for filing a truck accident claim against a private company. An Aurora truck accident lawyer at Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates…
Workers Compensation - 01 May 2026
If you’re a disabled veteran injured on the job, you may worry about whether your VA disability will offset what you receive from workers’ compensation benefits. While they don’t directly impact each other, you may see an offset under certain situations. If you’re unsure how your disability may be affected by a workers’ compensation claim,…
