January 3, 2025 | Medical Malpractice
Who Can Be Held Liable for Medical Malpractice in Illinois?
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider’s negligence causes harm to a patient. In Illinois, various medical professionals and organizations can be held liable for malpractice, depending on the circumstances of the case. Learning about who may be responsible is critical if you’ve suffered injuries… read more
December 27, 2024 | Personal Injury
Preventing Slip and Fall Accidents At the Christkindlmarket During Chicago’s Winter Season
Since 1996, Chicago’s Christkindlmarket has transformed winter in the city. What started as a single German-style holiday market has grown into a phenomenon that drew over two million visitors across its locations in 2023. Named the third-best Christmas market worldwide by Big 7 Travel in… read more
December 18, 2024 | Medical Malpractice
What Is Marginal Cord Insertion?
Marginal cord insertion is a condition related to the placenta during pregnancy. It happens when the umbilical cord attaches to the edge of the placenta rather than in the center as it usually does. The condition is relatively uncommon, but it can still have an… read more
December 13, 2024 | Chicago Personal Injury Blog
Red Light Camera Tickets In Illinois
Before 2003, Chicago struggled with dangerous T-bone crashes at major intersections. That year, the city introduced red light cameras at just two intersections: Peterson and Western and 55th and Western. Today, cameras watch over 149 intersections throughout the city, photographing drivers who run red lights…. read more
December 10, 2024 | Car Accidents
What To Do At An Intersection With Flashing Lights
Flashing lights at an intersection frequently stump drivers who are unsure of how to proceed. Depending on the type of light and other factors, one of many moves may be called for. In every case, knowing what to do when you approach flashing lights at… read more
December 9, 2024 | Product Liability
How Do I Know If My CPAP Machine Has Been Recalled?
Using a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine is supposed to help you sleep more peacefully. These devices are designed to deliver a steady flow of air through the mouth and nose to prevent people with sleep apnea from stopping breathing suddenly. Untreated sleep apnea… read more
November 20, 2024 | Car Accidents
Who Causes More Car Accidents: Men or Women?
The debate over whether men or women cause more car accidents has persisted for years. Understanding the differences in driving behaviors and accident statistics between the sexes is crucial for improving road safety. If you have been involved in an accident, consulting a Chicago car accident… read more
November 8, 2024 | Chicago Personal Injury Blog
Do You Need a Front License Plate in Illinois?
When driving through the vibrant city of Chicago or traveling the scenic roads of Illinois, most cars have a license plate on both the front and the back. But is having a front license plate essential in Illinois? Understanding the rules about license plates can… read more
October 24, 2024 | Personal Injury
How to Know If You’re Eligible for a Class Action Lawsuit Payout
The class action lawsuit is a legal innovation that has led to great increases in judicial efficiency. Some class action lawsuits, especially those based on product liability, add thousands of plaintiffs. In many cases, you have to do nothing, or next to nothing, to share… read more
October 22, 2024 | Nursing Home Abuse
What Are the Stages of Sepsis?
Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical attention. It is an extreme response our body has to an infection. If sepsis is not caught and treated in time, it can lead to tissue death and organ failure. In the worst cases, sepsis results… read more