Navigating the bustling streets of Chicago can be challenging for both drivers and pedestrians. When a collision occurs between a vehicle and a pedestrian, determining liability is an important part in determining next steps for legal and insurance purposes. The...
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When does a misdiagnosis become a serious medical error?
A misdiagnosis can leave you feeling confused and worried about your health. That’s why determining whether your misdiagnosis resulted in a serious medical error is so important, as this can affect your ability to pursue compensation for health care provider...
Who bears responsibility for a Chicago truck accident? It is not just the driver
In a standard car accident, determining liability is usually straightforward. However, in commercial truck accidents, Illinois law permits investigating beyond just the driver to hold other parties accountable. Identifying these parties is vital since truck accidents...
Understanding the at-fault system: your rights after a Chicago car accident
If you are involved in a car or truck accident in the streets of Chicago, the most important thing you have to know is that Illinois operates under an at-fault system. This means the driver responsible for the accident, along with their insurance company, is liable...
Unexplained nursing home injuries? How to protect your loved ones
If you visit your loved one at the nursing home and notice a sudden change of behavior or unexpected injuries, you will probably be concerned. And with good reason, as these can be signs of systemic neglect or abuse. If the home cannot explain and document these...
What happens if you’re partly at fault for a wreck in Illinois?
Illinois is a fault-based state, which means the person who causes a crash is financially responsible for the harm that follows. As such, drivers in Illinois generally pursue compensation directly from the at-fault driver’s insurance company rather than relying solely...
What should you do if someone is tailgating you?
If you are working on becoming a defensive driver, it starts with identifying the mistakes other drivers make. One common mistake is tailgating. The driver behind you may be just one or two seconds back, or even closer, and you see that they could cause a rear-end...
Are falls a sign of nursing home negligence?
Placing a loved one in a nursing home is never an easy decision. However, it sometimes becomes necessary when it’s no longer possible for them to live on their own or they require more skilled care than in-home caregivers can provide. Having too many falls at home is...
How can you prove wrongful death?
Death is painful, but the can worsen if someone else’s carelessness caused their death. You might wonder if it’s possible to actually prove that a death was wrongful. The answer is yes, but it requires clear evidence and a careful approach. Proving wrongful death is...
Some car accident hand injuries can be disabling
What would you do without the proper use of one or both hands? Since they are essential for nearly every daily task, from driving to working to caring for loved ones, your life would probably look a lot different. Hands are directly in the line of fire in a vehicle...