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Catastrophic Injury/Wrongful Death - February 4, 2023
Losing a loved one is the hardest thing anyone will ever have to endure. When that loss occurs due to a workplace accident, the surviving family members will often want to file a workplace death lawsuit against the employer. That’s typically not an option in Illinois. Instead, the survivors will usually need to file a…
Catastrophic Injury/Wrongful Death - August 15, 2022
Catastrophic brain injuries are considered the most severe and devastating injuries you can sustain in an accident. It is important to understand what qualifies as a catastrophic brain injury because it has such a serious impact on everyday life. Due to the seriousness of this injury, if you or your loved one received an injury…
Catastrophic Injury/Wrongful Death - July 23, 2022
Although there are many potential complications from an amputation operation that may result in significant costs and damages, the most common include wound infection, phantom limb pain, stump pain, wound dehiscence, and stump osteomyelitis. If you’ve been injured and experienced complications from an amputation operation, you could be entitled to compensation for the associated costs…
Catastrophic Injury/Wrongful Death - June 22, 2022
From the increased medical bills to changing the type of work you can do, a life-changing injury has far-reaching impacts. It affects you, your family, and even your co-workers. Thankfully, there are things you can do to improve your quality of life after such an injury. Keep reading for tips and advice on dealing with…
Catastrophic Injury/Wrongful Death - April 21, 2022
Upon the untimely death of a loved one, two courses of legal action may be taken if the death was caused by another party’s negligence. The first is a wrongful death lawsuit (see: Illinois Wrongful Death Act) and the second is a survival action (see: Illinois Survival Act). Illinois allows these two legal options, but…
Catastrophic Injury/Wrongful Death - April 21, 2022
Many people buy life insurance policies to provide financial protection to their loved ones after their death. However, if your loved one died due to another person or entity’s negligence, you may wonder if you should file a wrongful death claim, too. The skilled Chicago wrongful death lawyers with Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates answer questions…
Catastrophic Injury/Wrongful Death - April 21, 2022
Losing a loved one in an incident that wasn’t their fault is an extremely difficult experience. Wrongful death claims can help ease the financial burden, as you may receive compensation for burial and funeral expenses, damages for pain and suffering, and more. However, you should know whether an autopsy is necessary to collect the full…
Catastrophic Injury/Wrongful Death - April 14, 2022
The loss of a child can be one of the most tragic experiences in a lifetime, but it isn’t something you have to go through alone. A Chicago wrongful death attorney will explore the unique facts and circumstances of the accident and help you determine if your family is entitled to compensation for your loss….
Catastrophic Injury/Wrongful Death - March 29, 2022
Family members who have lost a loved one as a result of the careless or negligent actions of someone else should be able to recover compensation for their losses. However, wrongful death claims in Illinois can become incredibly complicated. This is particularly true when it comes to dealing with insurance carriers and legal teams for…
Catastrophic Injury/Wrongful Death - March 29, 2022
Losing a loved one is incredibly challenging, particularly if an individual loses their life as a result of the actions of someone else. Family members may be able to recover compensation for their losses, but these claims have to be filed by the personal representative of the deceased’s state. Here, we want to discuss the…
