While traveling to and from daily destinations, individuals in Illinois and elsewhere may share the open road with a multitude of commercial vehicles. The size and weight of these vehicles can make a similar endeavor somewhat intimidating in nature and the idea of...
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When might a second opinion be necessary?
Individuals in Illinois and elsewhere who experience health concerns might wish to take every possible measure to seek the best treatment available. In some cases, such desire could lead a person to wonder if the first doctor they visited provided an accurate...
Safety tips for holiday travel
The holiday season is a time in which many individuals in Illinois and elsewhere may be preparing to travel and spend time with family and friends. With increased levels of traffic during this time, there may also be added levels of risk associated with a busy holiday...
Possible behaviors of distracted drivers
There are various types of hazardous driving behaviors and those who make dangerous decisions while behind the wheel of a vehicle could place the well-being of everyone nearby in jeopardy. One common example of such behavior involves distracted driving, which...
Addressing concerns over standard of care for loved ones
It might not be uncommon for many families in Illinois and elsewhere with loved ones who reside in care facilities to have concerns over the quality of care provided. While knowing how to tell if a loved one is receiving a certain standard of care can be challenging...
How common are wrong-site surgeries?
Facing a need to undergo a surgical operation can be stressful and harrowing under any circumstance. While doctors have a duty to provide patients in Illinois with information on any risks involved, what happens if a surgery is performed on the wrong body part, or...
Using caution when talking with insurance companies after a crash
It may come as no surprise that being involved in a collision can be a daunting experience. One of the most imposing aspects of handling the fallout of a car accident could involve the idea of speaking with one’s insurance company about the situation. While this might...
Common injuries in head-on collisions
While virtually any type of collision can carry dire ramifications, those that occur head-on could prove to be some of the most dangerous types of incidents that can occur. Head-on accidents can occur under various situations, and in some cases, it may take little...
The possible dangers of pressure ulcers
When families in Illinois and elsewhere entrust the care of loved ones to care facilities, they may rely on staff members to provide a certain standard of care. However, this standard might not always be met, and patients who are subjected to nursing...
Car accident victims could suffer severe spinal cord injuries
Suffering an injury that runs the risk of completely altering a person’s life and leads to a need for long-term or permanent medical care can be a catastrophic experience. Similar life repercussions may be unfortunately common for individuals in Illinois who suffer...
