CHICAGO, IL - Most people aren’t thrilled to be notified that they’re being summoned to jury duty. Many people will do everything in their power to avoid jury duty; however, this is something you should be proud to do. The role of the jury is to provide an unbiased view or resolution to evidence ... [Continue Reading]
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Bicyclist Killed in Old Irving Park; Third Fatality in Chicago This Year
CHICAGO, IL - More than 1,000 bicyclists die each year while on America's roadway. Chicago has seen its third bicyclist fatality of the year last month when a 22-year-old bicyclist was killed in a hit-and-run accident. Bike advocates are sounding the alarm about the number of car-related deaths to ... [Continue Reading]
Historical Legacy of Juneteenth
CHICAGO, IL - Juneteenth is a day to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Back in 1865, it was on June 19 that Union soldiers landed in Galveston, Texas, led by Major General Gordon Granger, with news that the war was over and enslaved people were free. President ... [Continue Reading]
5 Most Common Types of Personal Injuries in the Workplace
CHICAGO, IL - Workplace accidents can occur in various ways and can be costly to both businesses and injured employees. Some personal injuries can leave you catastrophically injured and can leave you with a permanent injury. Serious, non-fatal workplace injuries account for nearly $60 billion in ... [Continue Reading]
LA hospital sued for racism in death of Black mother
CHICAGO, IL - The husband of a Black woman that died just hours after giving birth in 2016 sued Cedars-Sinai Medical Center last month. His wife tragically died after bleeding out because of a renowned culture of racism at a world-class hospital in Los Angeles. Charles Johnson IV discovered the ... [Continue Reading]
Ex-Nursing Home Employee Alleges Neglect, Filthy Living Conditions in Illinois Nursing Home
CHICAGO, IL - A former employee at the River Crossing of Moline alleges neglect of residents and filthy living conditions at the nursing home located at 7300 34th Avenue. Kimberly Howell wrote in her resignation letter to the administrator that residents were mistreated and common areas were filled ... [Continue Reading]
How You May Be Entitled to Compensation for Medical Malpractice in Illinois
CHICAGO, IL - Medical errors are an unfortunate part of the medical system and an area that is flawed. Unfortunately, medical errors are oftentimes a result of a provider's negligence. A patient could be left with debilitating conditions that significantly impact their quality of life. Many injuries ... [Continue Reading]
Common Dental Injuries in Personal Injury Lawsuits
CHICAGO, IL - Injury accidents can happen anywhere. When negligence is the reason, catastrophic injuries can often be the result - even from dental injuries. Dental injuries are rarely life-threatening, but it may require invasive and intensive medical treatment and surgery, reconstruction, pain and ... [Continue Reading]