Motor Vehicles Accidents - 28 Aug 2023

Distracted driving is a severe and prevalent issue. Widespread use of smartphones and other devices has led to more cases of distracted driving than ever, causing a surge in traffic accidents. If you’re in Chicago and unfortunately get involved in such an incident, a Chicago car accident lawyer could help understand your legal rights and…

Premises Liability - 25 Aug 2023

Social host liability is a legal concept applied in many states across the US, including Illinois. It implicates hosts who serve alcohol on their premises to individuals who then cause harm to others due to their intoxication. It’s a topic that many individuals often have questions about, particularly in relation to Illinois social host liability…

Premises Liability - 21 Aug 2023

Hosting a BYOB (Bring Your Own Booze) event or incorporating this concept into your restaurant service can provide an alternative and engaging way to entertain. However, it also brings forth some legal considerations and potential risks related to the consumption of alcohol by guests or customers. This FAQ aims to provide some guidance on the…

Aviation Accidents - 18 Aug 2023

Dealing with health crises several thousand feet above ground can be far more complex than handling them on the ground. This complexity increases when determining the legal liability for inflight medical emergencies during commercial travel. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about liability for inflight medical emergencies. What counts as an inflight…

Consumer Harassment - 24 Jul 2023

A consumer data breach can often lead consumers vulnerable to harassment and cyber fraud leading to identity theft and monetary loss. Federal regulators and some states provide guidance and protection on consumer data protection, but often, consumers must fend for themselves regarding data breach legal issues. Legal issues behind data breaches Currently, the United States…

Premises Liability - 20 Jul 2023

Homeowners are often required to purchase homeowners insurance as part of their mortgage requirements. When an individual suffers injuries on your property, your homeowners insurance policy may be able to offer some financial protection. However, getting the insurance company to compensate you according to the terms of your policy could prove to be more challenging…

Nursing Home Abuse - 18 Jul 2023

Elder abuse in Illinois is running rampant. In fact, according to the Health and Human Services Inspector General’s Office, there are more than 1.2 million people across the U.S. living in nursing homes, and as many as one in four are dealing with sexual, physical, emotional, or financial abuse or neglect. Thankfully, elderly abuse laws…

Catastrophic Injury/Wrongful Death - 18 Jul 2023

Losing an unborn baby is one of the most devastating experiences a parent can go through. In certain circumstances, you may have the right to file wrongful death actions on behalf of fetuses. However, Illinois wrongful death fetus laws can be complex. Your Chicago wrongful death lawyer will need to carefully evaluate the specific details…

Personal Injury - 18 Jul 2023

Having a personal injury attorney on your side after you have suffered a debilitating injury or illness caused by the negligent or wrongful actions of another is essential if you hope to maximize your financial compensation. But what sets one personal injury attorney apart from a good injury lawyer? Our Chicago personal injury attorneys are…

Personal Injury - 18 Jul 2023

Many injury victims have serious concerns that their injuries will be dismissed because they have a pre-existing condition. A pre-existing condition is any type of ongoing medical illness or a previous injury that the insurance company may attempt to use to avoid paying out on your claim. However, with help from our Chicago personal injury…