You trust your medical team to provide the best care during surgery. However, even with highly trained professionals, mistakes can happen. Understanding common surgical errors may help you be more informed and proactive about your health care. Below are some of the...
Cook County Wrongful Death Law Blog
How can truck black box data strengthen your accident case?
Truck accidents on Chicago's busy highways can change lives in an instant. If your loved one has been injured in such an incident, you may be searching for ways to prove what really happened. In these complex cases, a powerful tool that may get overlooked is the...
Advantages and legal concerns of AI in medical diagnosis
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing how doctors diagnose diseases. It offers excellent accuracy, but patients in Illinois should be aware of possible legal issues if AI makes mistakes. How AI helps healthcare AI can quickly analyze large amounts of medical data....
Seven leading causes of medical malpractice in Illinois
Medical malpractice can be devastating and have longstanding consequences for patients and their families. Knowing what causes these malpractices can help patients and their families proactively stay informed about their health care and avoid tragic incidents...
3 signs it’s time to put your loved one in a nursing home
Deciding to move a loved one into a nursing home is always challenging. However, it’s a decision many families face. About 1.3 million people reside in nursing homes in the United States alone, and this number is expected to grow significantly as the population ages....
Medication mistakes: When your doctor prescribes something you’re allergic to
Receiving the right medication is crucial for your health and well-being. However, sometimes doctors can make mistakes, even with the best intentions. You might find yourself in a situation where your physician prescribes a medication you're allergic to. This...
What factors contribute to the risk of birth injuries?
The joy of welcoming a new child can quickly turn to worry when birth injuries occur. Parents often feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to turn. Understanding the factors that lead to these injuries is crucial for families seeking answers and support. Various...
Poor hygiene can mean nursing home neglect
Elderly residents in nursing homes often rely on staff for assistance with daily tasks like bathing, dressing and toileting, which although basic, are crucial in preventing infections, skin breakdown and other health problems. These residents, with weakened immune...
What are the dangers of reckless driving?
Reckless driving tears lives apart in seconds, leaving victims to face a storm of pain, medical bills and lost wages. Chicago's busy streets see far too many accidents due to careless drivers who ignore the rules of the road. This blog explains the risks of reckless...
What are unsafe habits that may lead to truck accidents?
Some drivers may find it daunting to share the road with trucks and other bigger cars. It can be intimidating to drive near them since a collision with such vehicles may have fatal consequences. Unsafe driving actions are contributing factors in most of the fatal...
