What are the most common winter work injuries?
Workers Compensation -
25 Jan 2024
Snowy weather, wind gusts, and long-term freezes can put Chicago workers at risk of injury. Depending on the industry, workers experience winter hazards like ice-covered sidewalks, streets, roads, or below-freezing temperatures in different ways, but the weather can hurt any worker. If winter work injuries disrupt your life, contact a Chicago workers’ compensation attorney from…
How can I save money on legal fees?
Personal Injury -
17 Jan 2024
When you face a potentially expensive legal claim, how to save money on legal fees may be at the forefront of your mind. It can be costly to recover from an injury and daunting to add those fees to your expenses. You need experienced guidance without overpaying when possible. Our Chicago personal injury attorneys with…
Can you reopen a closed insurance claim?
Motor Vehicles Accidents -
15 Jan 2024
After a car crash, you’re under much pressure to close the claim quickly. Maybe you can’t get your vehicle repaired until you get a settlement, or perhaps you’re behind on bills because you had to miss work. Unfortunately, you later realize that the settlement offer from the insurance company wasn’t enough to cover all your…
How long can you be on workers’ comp?
Workers Compensation -
03 Jan 2024
You are struggling to recover from your work-related injury, and you are just unsure if the money you are receiving now will run out. How long can you be on workers’ comp? While several factors play a role in this, it is important to consider meeting with our legal team to discuss your case now….
How long do personal injury cases take to settle?
Personal Injury -
03 Jan 2024
You may consider filing a personal injury claim after being hurt by someone else’s negligence. Your first option may be to initiate an insurance claim, but if this doesn’t yield a satisfactory settlement, you may need to proceed to legal action. Untangling the details of a case can be challenging, and you may be unsure…
Should I hire a lawyer for a minor car accident?
Motor Vehicles Accidents -
27 Dec 2023
If you were recently injured in a car crash, you may be unsure whether you have the right to take action against the driver who hit you. The Chicago car accident lawyers with Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates can review the details of your case and determine which legal options may be available to you. It’s…
What if I can’t afford a lawyer?
Personal Injury -
20 Dec 2023
Facing a personal injury claim can be overwhelming. You may worry, “What if I can’t afford a lawyer?” At Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates, we believe everyone deserves access to justice, regardless of their financial situation. If you’ve been injured in an accident caused by someone’s negligence, a Chicago personal injury attorney from Horwitz, Horwitz &…
What shouldn’t I say to an insurance adjuster after a crash?
Motor Vehicles Accidents -
20 Dec 2023
You are in a car accident and know you need to tell the insurance company what your losses are. You are justified in being worried about what to do in this situation simply because there is a lot of risk to your case if you say the wrong thing. Insurance adjusters have the single goal…
Can medical robots be liable for malpractice?
Medical Malpractice -
13 Dec 2023
Medical robots seem like a miracle to most. So, how are medical robots taught to perform tasks and how safe are they? Although the benefits of using technology like a Da Vinci medical robot can make scars smaller and procedures less invasive, there is still a risk, just as with any other type of surgery….
How long should swelling last after an injury?
Personal Injury -
06 Dec 2023
When an injury occurs, the body minimizes damage, sending white blood cells into the area to protect it. This can lead to swelling. Swelling is very common after an injury and can last for an extensive amount of time, depending on the injury. At Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates, our Chicago personal injury attorney has specific…