Contributory Negligence January 16, 2022 - Citizens of both Colorado and Illinois have the right to pursue financial compensation if they have been involved in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence. Whether you’re the victim of a car accident, a slip and fall incident, or suffered injuries because of a defective product, you can pursue a personal injury claim against […]
18-Wheeler Accidents in Illinois January 10, 2022 - With the number of tractor-trailers ever-increasing on America’s roadways, it comes as no surprise that trucking accidents are also on the rise. Truck-related fatalities are up by more than 50 percent since 2009. In 2019, more than a half-million 18-wheeler accidents were reported, resulting in 4479 fatal crashes and 114,000 injury accidents. Approximately 97 percent […]
Assault and Battery: What You Need to Know January 3, 2022 - If you are the victim of assault and battery, your assailant may face criminal charges for the offense. However, under Illinois law, you also have the right to file a civil personal injury lawsuit against that person to cover any damages or injuries you’ve incurred as a result of the attack. You may also be […]
3 Ways AI Can Make Our Offices and Workplaces Safer December 27, 2021 - In a day when workplace safety is a higher priority for companies than ever before, businesses are utilizing a new tool to create a safer environment for their employees. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already being implemented in offices, factories, and plants for everything from automated invoicing to predictive maintenance to climate control. Now, many workplaces […]
Death Benefits December 20, 2021 - If you or a loved one is having trouble collecting death benefits from a life insurance policy or if the insurance company has rejected your claim altogether, we can help you get the justice you deserve. We are committed to protecting the best interests of individuals and family members at a vulnerable time—when illness, medical […]
Permanent Total Disability December 14, 2021 - In Illinois, workplace injuries are generally covered under workers’ compensation insurance that employers are required to carry. The process to get deserved benefits can be daunting for many when they try to deal with insurance companies on their own. Insurance companies may try to take advantage of claimants by unreasonably denying or delaying legitimate workplace […]
The Auto Safety Technology Coming Soon to a Car Near You December 8, 2021 - The United States Department of Transportation has reported that almost 95% of all car accidents are the result of human error. It’s no surprise, then, that many of the recent safety initiatives and tech research out of the auto industry have focused on reducing the human choice component of driving. It seems that, very soon, […]
What You Need to Know About OSHA, COVID-19 and Vaccine Requirements November 21, 2021 - The Occupational Safety and Health Administration – better known as OSHA – has released its masking, testing, and vaccines requirements. The emergency temporary standard, or ETS, was published earlier this month, with new safety rules and regulations in place for workplaces with 100 employees or more. While the Fifth Circuit Court ruled to permanently block […]
Partial Disability Claims in Illinois: How to Improve Your Chance of Success October 26, 2021 - “The sobering fact for 20-year-olds is that more than 1-in-4 of them becomes disabled before reaching retirement age.” – Social Security Disability Facts If you’ve been injured on or off the job and you’re able to work—but not doing the same job you were doing before and not making as much money—you may be eligible […]
Broken Bones Attorney September 27, 2021 - Our firm knows that fractures and broken bones are among the most common serious injuries associated with accidents. Each year, more than six million people experience broken bones. While many stem from accidents, some can be attributed to the negligence of another party. In such instances, a personal injury claim may be necessary. Successful treatment […]
