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Common Injuries from Physical Abuse in Nursing Homes in Illinois

CHICAGO, IL – Choosing to place your loved one in a nursing home facility can be a tough decision, but it may be necessary if they require attention and the long-term care that they need. Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect continue to be an ongoing problem across the country which can lead to injuries, […]

Medical Malpractice Case Study: 80-Year-Old Man Transported to Emergency Room after Fall at Local Nursing Home

CHICAGO, IL – A recent case study done by NSO (Nursing Malpractice Insurance, Liability Insurance Nurses) on medical malpractice claims that may be asserted against any healthcare practitioner, including nurses.  An 80-year-old man was transported via ambulance from his nursing home to a local emergency room for evaluation after he had an unwitnessed fall. This […]

More Than 100 Cars and Semi’s Crash Shut Down Interstate in Illinois

CHICAGO, IL – Interstate 39 in downstate Illinois is back open after a 100-car pileup on Thursday afternoon forced the roadway to be shut down. Around 3:15 PM, more than 100 vehicles, including semi-trucks, were involved in multiple car crashes in the southbound lanes of the interstate near El Paso – roughly 50 miles east […]

10 Worst Skilled Nursing Homes in Chicago, Illinois

CHICAGO, IL – Illinois estimates over 76,000 of its citizens may be elder abuse victims. According to Illinois data, 8,000 cases are reported to Adult Protective Services annually. The Nursing Home Database compiled a list of the ten worst skilled nursing homes within a 50-mile radius of Chicago, Illinois, based on the Weighted All Cycles […]

How Patient-Doctor Confidentiality Conflicts with the Law

CHICAGO, IL – Patient-physician confidentiality is a fundamental aspect of medical ethics. Patients entrust their doctors with personal information, and it is considered medical malpractice when information to a third party is disclosed without the patient’s consent. What is Patient-Doctor Confidentiality? Patient-doctor confidentiality is the notion that a person should not be worried or concerned […]

Teen Driver Awareness Month: Tips for Being on the Roadway

CHICAGO, IL – January is recognized as Teen Driving Awareness Month, and for a good reason. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 2,400 teens ages 13 to 19 were killed in 2019 from motor vehicle accidents. It’s natural for parents to be worried and concerned about their teenager on the […]

Staying Safe on New Years: One of the Dangerous Nights of the Year

CHICAGO, IL – As 2021 comes to a close, that means New Year’s festivities are almost here. While the end of the year brings excitement and joy, it also comes with catastrophic dangers unlike any other day. New Year’s Accident Statistics Holidays give us a reason to celebrate and cheer, yet statistics have shown it’s […]

Sexual Assaults Hit 20-Year High in Near North District of Chicago, Illinois

CHICAGO, IL – Nineteen of Chicago’s twenty-two police districts saw an increase in sexual assault reports over this past year compared to 2020, with reports nearly doubling in River North and other parts of downtown Chicago. Lately across news headlines, it’s unfortunately not surprising to see “Limo driver sexually assaults woman in Gold Coast,” or […]

Slip and Fall at the Grocery Store: Who is At Fault?

CHICAGO, IL – Grocery store slip and fall injuries are often caused by a negligent store employee who may fail to clean up spills, overload shelves, or block aisles with boxes. When you head to the grocery store, you shouldn’t leave hurt or injured. These types of accidents are preventable despite the common occurrence of […]

What Makes Someone A Credible Witness for a Car Accident Claim?

CHICAGO, IL – The aftermath of a car accident can be chaotic, anxiety-provoking, and traumatizing. Accidents can occur very quickly which is why it’s important to have witness testimony, but having a witness that’s not credible can damage your claim more than it can help you. What is a Credible Witness? Credible is the quality […]

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