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...
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Chicago Personal Injury Law Blog
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...
Teenager struck by car in Downers Grove dies
Many people in the Cook County area walk to their destinations. There are many forms of transportation that Illinois area residents use, including walking to the train station, their home or other destination. Most of the time pedestrians are able to safely share the...
Common hospital medical mistakes
Most Cook County area residents will be admitted to the hospital in their lifetime. Hospitals are important places in order to help critically injured and sick patients feel better. Most of the time patients are able to get better while they are in the hospital. But,...
The Illinois Survival Act
Almost everyone in Chicago will need to undergo a major medical procedure at least once in their life. Whether that is a surgical procedure, time in the hospital or other medical care, all of these procedures carry a risk to the patient. But, occasionally these risks...
Should you settle a nursing home abuse claim?
When your Illinois family places a loved one in the care of a nursing facility, it is with the assurance that he or she will get the care and support needed. It can be devastating to learn that the nursing home failed in this obligation to your family member. Neglect...
Lurie Children’s Hospital sued for medical malpractice
Although most children in Illinois are healthy, occasionally, parents need to take their children to the hospital for an illness. Luckily, medical providers in Chicago are some of the best and usually provide excellent care. Unfortunately, this is not the case for...
Falls in nursing homes are one of the leading causes of death
Many families have loved ones who live in a nursing home. Many times, older adults are not able to take care of themselves and need to be in a safe place. Nursing homes provide living arrangements for vulnerable adults. These are important places for Cook County...