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

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

How Much Can I Get From an Uninsured Motorist Claim in Illinois?

Car insurance is mandatory in Illinois. Despite this, many drivers on the road choose to go without. According to estimates from the Insurance Research Council, nearly 1 in 8 Illinois drivers is uninsured. Finding out that the driver who injured you is uninsured can cause… read more

What Is an Average Wrongful Death Settlement in Illinois? 

The loss of a loved one is always tragic—especially when their death was caused by someone else’s careless, reckless, or negligent actions. Family members and friends are left to pick up the pieces with an emotional hole that can never be filled.  It goes without… read more

What Should I Do If I Get Injured At The Chicago Marathon?

The Chicago Marathon is one of the most prestigious marathons in the world. Every year, 50,000 people run 26.2 miles on the streets of Chicago, and onlookers celebrate and cheer them on.  Running the Chicago Marathon is an incredible achievement. However, it comes with significant… read more

What Are the Top 10 Disabilities?

Living with a disability can affect your ability to perform daily activities or work independently. Disabilities can be physical, sensory, cognitive, or mental health-related, and they can be present from birth or acquired later in life. You may be entitled to Social Security benefits and… read more

Types of Commercial Driver’s Licenses

Individuals who want to operate a commercial motor vehicle must have a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL). But what is a commercial driver’s license? A CDL is required for 18-wheelers, semi-trucks, tractor trucks, big rigs, and other large trucks and vehicles. Commercial driver’s licenses ensure… read more

Winning a $1 Million Settlement for a “Minor” Collision

It doesn’t always take a massive, high-speed collision to cause significant, life-altering injuries. That’s especially true when one of the vehicles involved is a 13-ton concrete mixer. When James’s life was upended after a careless mistake by a truck driver, the insurance company doubted his… read more

Powell and Pisman Injury Lawyers Help Woman Get Triple Her First Settlement Offer

It was a chilly winter afternoon. Raquel and her teenage passenger were driving through a quiet residential neighborhood in Elgin, IL. As she approached an intersection heading east, a Ford F-250 driven by a 21-year-old man blew through a stop sign and entered the intersection… read more

What Does a Chicago Car Accident Lawyer Do?

Car accidents are, unfortunately, a common occurrence on the bustling streets of Chicago. When you’re involved in a car accident, the aftermath can be overwhelming. You may deal with injuries, vehicle damage, insurance companies, or legal issues. This is where a car accident lawyer can… read more