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Staying Safe While on America’s Roadways this Holiday Season

CHICAGO, IL – America’s roadways may be congested this year as the American Automobile Association (AAA) predicts more than 53 million people traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday, up 13% from last year. AAA predicts 48.3 million American’s to travel on the roadways, as commuters leave work early and mix with other holiday travelers. Senior Vice […]

Inadequate Maintenance of Trucks Can Lead to More Truck Accidents

CHICAGO, IL – Truck drivers and trucking companies often skip required inspections and maintenance to save time and money. While trucking companies may generate more revenue by delivering loads in a quicker, more efficient manner, it puts the lives of many innocent individuals at-risk. Truck crash investigations have routinely shown problems with truck maintenance, such […]

What to do If You Were Injured in an Uber Accident in Illinois

CHICAGO, IL – Rideshare apps have grown exponentially over the past few years. Many riders use Uber or Lyft as their primary means of transportation. According to a report released by Forbes, in 2019 alone, there were more than 6.9 billion rides. Passengers that were injured in a rideshare accident, such as Uber or Lyft, […]

Bicycle Hit and Run Accidents: What To Do

CHICAGO, IL – Bicycle hit and run accidents often result in catastrophic injuries for the bicyclists involved. It can be challenging to recover compensation for this type of crash for the bicyclists injuries, property damages, among other losses. More than 2,300 bicyclists were injured as a result of vehicle crashes in Illinois alone, according to […]

Illinois Nursing Homes Residents Suffer from Facilities Understaffing Issues

CHICAGO, IL – An atmosphere of chronic understaffing doesn’t support nursing home residents safety – an issue that remains prominent throughout the United States. Illinois has struggled to provide clinical and support staff in nursing homes and long-term care facilities, making basic care of residents extremely challenging. Understaffing in nursing homes across the nation is […]

Personal Injury or Workers’ Comp: Which Type of Claim You Should File?

CHICAGO, IL – If you were injured in a work-related accident and it was due to another’s negligence, you may seek to recover damages through a personal injury claim or a workers’ compensation claim. The stakes are high when filing a personal injury claim in civil court since you must prove the negligent party was […]

Top 5 Reasons Commercial Trucks Are Dangerous

CHICAGO, IL – Commercial trucks on the roadway pose a significant danger to other drivers due to the size, weight, instability, heavy cargo, and tired and distracted drivers. Commercial Trucks are Deadly More than 1,100 people died after a collision with commercial trucks in 2019 alone, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). […]

Medical Neglect in Nursing Homes 

CHICAGO, IL – When people think of nursing home abuse, it’s not just limited to physical abuse. Nursing home abuse also includes neglecting residents’ medical needs. When placing your loved one in a nursing home, you expect that they will receive the medical care that they need and deserve. Nursing homes have the legal responsibility […]

Don’t Make These Mistakes When Filing an Insurance Claim

CHICAGO, IL – Filing an insurance claim isn’t as open-and-shut as it may seem. Insurance companies have the upper hand in these types of situations, so it’s important you work with an experienced attorney so you can avoid making mistakes and protect your claim. Filing an insurance claim doesn’t guarantee compensation for your injuries or […]

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