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New Chicago Ordinance Requires Employers To Give Eligible Employees 40 Hours Paid Leave And 40 Hours Paid Sick Leave Per Year

CHICAGO, IL –   The Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance expands upon the current ordinance and goes into effect December 31, 2023. This ordinance will require employers with at least one eligible employee to provide all eligible employees with forty hours paid leave and forty hours paid sick leave per […]

What is Patient Abandonment?

CHICAGO, IL – Nurses are entrusted with a critical duty of care for their patients. This duty involves not just administering treatment but also ensuring that patient care is consistent and uninterrupted. However, the concept of patient abandonment can sometimes be misunderstood, leading to unjust accusations against nurses. What Constitutes Patient Abandonment? Patient abandonment occurs when […]

What is Considered a Defective Product?

CHICAGO, IL – Research from the U.S. Consumers Product Safety Commission indicates manufacturer defects cause 29.4 million injuries and 21,400 death each year in the United States. Frequent sources of deadly products include automobiles, medications, business construction equipment, lawn sprays, home building components, and more. Types of Manufacturer Defects that Can Lead to Claims When […]

What is Considered a Defective Product?

CHICAGO, IL – Research from the U.S. Consumers Product Safety Commission indicates manufacturer defects cause 29.4 million injuries and 21,400 death each year in the United States. Frequent sources of deadly products include automobiles, medications, business construction equipment, lawn sprays, home building components, and more. Types of Manufacturer Defects that Can Lead to Claims When […]

Department of Justice Launches National Nursing Home Initiative

Attorney General William P. Barr announced the launch of the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) National Nursing Home Initiative (NNHI), which will investigate nursing homes nationwide that provide “grossly substandard” care to their residents. The DOJ indicated that it was dedicating significant resources to partner with the U.S Department of Health and Human Services and local […]

Why Insurance Companies Try to Minimize Your Car Accident Settlement—and How to Fight Back

After a car accident, victims often turn to insurance companies hoping for fair compensation to cover medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Unfortunately, insurance companies are businesses that aim to reduce their payouts whenever possible. Understanding why insurers try to minimize settlements — and how you can protect your rights — is essential […]

How to Protect Your Loved One From Nursing Home Abuse

Placing a loved one in a nursing home is often a difficult decision, made with the hope that they will receive compassionate and professional care. Sadly, nursing home abuse remains a serious problem across the country, and families must stay vigilant to ensure their loved ones are safe. Knowing how to recognize, prevent and respond […]

Medical Malpractice vs. Medical Negligence: What’s the Difference?

When patients suffer harm due to mistakes in healthcare, legal terms like “medical malpractice” and “medical negligence” are often used interchangeably. However, understanding the difference between these terms can be important for those seeking justice and compensation. Though closely related, medical malpractice and medical negligence have distinct legal meanings that impact how cases are evaluated […]

Dog Bite Lawsuits: How Breed Bias Can Hurt Your Case

When a dog bite occurs, many people immediately think of certain breeds — especially pit bulls — as the most dangerous. This breed bias is common in public perception and sometimes influences legal proceedings, but it can seriously affect the outcome of a dog bite lawsuit. Understanding how breed bias works and why it should […]

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