In many accident situations on construction sites, the best protection you have is your hard hat. While this piece of plastic may not seem like a big deal, it really could mean the difference between your safety and a serious injury. Ensuring that you wear your hard...
Personal Injury
Can personal injury cases involve punitive damages?
In personal injury lawsuits, many of the damages awarded are compensatory and meant to cover expenses such as lost income and medical bills, as well as general pain and suffering. However, in some cases, courts also award punitive damages to penalize willfully harmful...
What documents do I need for my personal injury claim?
After an accident, if you or a loved one sustained injuries, you likely can recover compensation for your lost wages, medical expenses and other damages. You might wonder how to best prepare for a personal injury case and initial meetings. To pursue a case against the...
Asbestos in cosmetic products
For decades, asbestos has developed a reputation for its serious health risks. Unfortunately, manufacturers are still using this hazardous material in many cosmetic products. With the increasing prevalence of asbestos-containing products on store shelves, consumers...
What are Medicare never events?
Older adults on Medicare expect to receive the best quality medical care. Unfortunately, some Illinois doctors and other health care professionals make mistakes during treatment. Many of these are considered “never events.” What are never events? A never event is a...
4 common types of damages after a motor vehicle collision
For most, a motor vehicle collision represents a traumatic period in their life. Even a seemingly minor crash can have long lasting negative effects both physically and emotionally. Following a wreck, individuals will likely explore their legal options for recovering...
Commercial ranges can pose a product defect hazard
Small products aren't the only ones that can cause injuries in Illinois homes. Large ones, including appliances like ranges, can be responsible for injuries when improperly secured. Consumers should pay attention to ranges that have been recalled for possible hazards....
What are common construction site accident injuries?
Construction sites may have many workers and contractors performing a lot of duties. Some work comes with risks as working from heights or operating power tools could end in a troubling mishap. Construction workers performing duties at an Illinois job site may need to...
What types of damages can you claim after getting injured?
Throughout Illinois, many people live their lives injury-free. Unfortunately, that's not always the case. There are many ways that someone can get injured. Whether it's from a car accident or medical malpractice, injuries often cause lots of damages. With that in...
Distracted driving fatality statistics remain worrisome
Illinois motorists are often unable to resist the temptation to check their cellphones when behind the wheel. With these devices having greater capabilities, people can stay connected 24 hours a day. Taking advantage of that when driving is dangerous, causing motor...
Personal injury: Lawsuit filed after fall in hotel
Every year, thousands of people across the United States are injured due to hazardous conditions in stores, restaurants and other businesses. In the state of Illinois, the owners and operators of these public establishments are obligated to provide a safe and...
What is nursing home abuse and what can families do about it?
It is the hope of every family member that their loved one will be well cared for in a nursing home facility. Unfortunately, that is not always true and families should know what to do about it. Nursing home residents are sometimes abused physically and...
Dog bite victims are legally protected after suffering an attack
Dog bites can be traumatic both physically and emotionally for victims of a dog attack. Because of the serious physical, financial and emotional damages victims of dog bites can suffer, it is essential for dog bite victims and their families to be familiar with the...
What does a brain injury cost?
The costs of a brain injury for the victim and their family has to be measured in different ways but can result in physical, financial and emotional harm. In addition to the losses and costs to victims and families, brain injuries also result in costs to communities...
What are the first steps in a personal injury lawsuit?
Each year, there are hundreds of personal injury lawsuits filed in civil court in the Chicago area. Most of our readers probably associate personal injury claims with so-called "slip and fall" cases or even car accidents. The reality is that personal injury lawsuits...