A wrongful death lawsuit cannot diminish the pain associated with the loss of a loved one but can help mitigate some of their financial expenses. Recently, the family of a 35-year-old state Department of Transportation engineer agreed to a $1 million settlement for a...
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Legal protections for motorcycle accident victims
With motorcycle season coming on as the weather improves, it is a good time to talk about the legal protections available to victims of automobile accidents. Legal protections are available to help victims of motorcycle accidents with the damages they are likely to...
We assist victims of nursing home abuse in Cook County
Folks in Cook County, Illinois, want the best for their loved ones, including their right to live out their golden years in peace and comfort. Unfortunately, this isn't always the experience they have. Far too many elders experience nursing home abuse or...
Large percentage of Chicago area nursing homes have deadly fungus
Many Chicago area families have loved ones who are older. As our population continues to age, the need for good care increases. Having to place a loved one in a nursing home is a hard thing for many families to have to go through. Although most people want to live at...
National Work Zone Awareness Week
Illinois residents know that spring means the start of a busy road construction season. It can seem like every road around the state has some kind of construction going on with it. Drivers in Illinois need to understand the importance of driving safely as these...
Most wrong-way drivers in Illinois are impaired
There are many families in the Cook County area that have been affected by a serious car accident. Many of these accidents could have been prevented and are due to a driver's negligence. Whether the driver is texting and driving, driving while intoxicated, speeding or...
Man charged in deadly Cook County car accident
Most Cook County residents understand the importance of driving safely. Many believe it is unacceptable to drive negligently. Whether a driver engages in texting while driving, checking their social media account, driving drunk, or any other dangerous activity, it...
Factors to consider when choosing an in-home care provider
Perhaps you're in need of daily living assistance because you're recovering from surgery or an injury and are not yet able to function independently. Maybe you're in excellent health but are concerned about an aging parent who is still capable of carrying...
Driver charged in fatal hit-and-run accident
Cook County area residents understand that there can be hazards wherever they go. Sometimes these hazards are caused by other people's negligence. No one ever thinks they will be killed in an unexpected accident due to another person's negligence, but unfortunately...
St. Francis Hospital found guilty of medical malpractice
Most Cook County area residents will need to visit the hospital in their lifetime. A hospital is an important community institution, treating millions of sick and injured people each year. Most of the time a hospital helps their patients feel better, but occasionally...