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 ... [Continue Reading]
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The COVID-19 Pandemic Isn’t Going Anywhere Just Yet—And Neither is the Nursing Home Abuse Issue
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, elder abuse rates have steadily increased, reports the World Health Organization (WHO), suggesting the issue is worsening, not improving. WHO says that within the past year, one in six people aged 60 and older experienced some form of elder abuse and two in ... [Continue Reading]
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 ... [Continue Reading]
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 ... [Continue Reading]
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, ... [Continue Reading]
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 ... [Continue Reading]
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 ... [Continue Reading]
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 ... [Continue Reading]
