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Accidents Caused by an Impaired Driver February 19, 2020 - Car crashes can be caused by driving too fast, trying to make it through a yellow light or being distracted by the phone. However, when a person is involved in an accident with a drunk driver, the drunk driver often walks away suffering less harm than other drivers or passengers. This may leave the injury […]
Winter Tractor Trailer Crashes in Illinois February 11, 2020 - Winter weather conditions in Illinois can increase the risk of an accident, with slippery roads requiring longer stopping distances. Even the shorter days can make it more difficult for drivers to see when driving to and from work. When these accidents involve a semi or tractor trailer, the damages can be more serious compared to […]
Auto Accidents and Out of Town Travel January 21, 2020 - A lot of drivers travel to different parts of the country during the winter. Whether going to visit family members for the holidays or traveling further south to get away from the Chicago winter, long-distance driving can increase the risk of an injury accident. There are a number of factors involved in travel accidents beyond […]
Winter Auto Accidents in Chicago January 17, 2020 - Even experienced Illinois drivers must be extra cautious when driving during the winter season. Snowstorms and icy road conditions can make driving more dangerous and are blamed for several auto accidents and injuries. If you are injured in a vehicle accident this winter, contact the Cullotta Bravo Law Group today. Weather-Related Auto Accidents According to […]
Pressure Sores and Nursing Home Negligence in Aurora IL January 7, 2020 - When visiting a family member in a nursing home, the family member may report pain from sores on their back, legs, or tailbone. Visitors may also notice signs of redness or weeping wounds in these areas where the patient is laying on a bed or chair throughout the day. If you ask a nursing home […]
Hot Coffee Burns and Other Restaurant Injuries in Illinois December 31, 2019 - The story of a person getting millions of dollars after a hot coffee burn from a McDonald’s restaurant made a lot of people roll their eyes. The real story behind the coffee burn is much more interesting and shows that the victim of the burn injury was reasonable but the fast food company was punished […]
Christmas and Winter Holiday Accident Injuries in Aurora IL December 19, 2019 - The winter holiday season is almost here. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza, or the solstice, the winter season brings an increase in certain types of accidents. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), there were an estimated 15,000 injuries involving holiday decorating in emergency departments in 2012. Dealing with an injury accident […]
Can an Employer Deny a Workers’ Comp Claim After Testing for Cannabis? December 3, 2019 - On January 1, 2020, Illinois’ Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act will go into effect. People 21 and older in Illinois will be able to use marijuana for recreational use. Medical marijuana has been decriminalized in Illinois for years, but even medical cannabis availability will be expanded. This is good news for people who use cannabis […]
Illinois Construction Accidents November 26, 2019 - Construction sites have a higher rate of injury and fatal accidents than most other workplaces. Construction site accidents can involve construction workers, contractors, laborers, vendors, inspectors, and visitors. Worksite accidents are often caused by negligence or violating safety regulations. When someone suffers a construction accident injury, the victim may be able to file a […]
Slip and Fall Injuries in Illinois November 21, 2019 - Property owners have a duty to maintain their property in a safe condition. Shoppers, visitors and people doing business expect that the property they enter is safe, and there are no hidden dangers. Unfortunately, property owners don’t always take their duties seriously, putting innocent people at risk of an accident or injury. Slip and fall […]
