Personal Injury
The People’s CDOT Is Helping – Just Not the Way You Think
There is a group of people taking the initiative to fix and repair certain things around Chicago. This group of individuals, which is called The People’s CDOT, is making their way throughout the city, using their own hands and tools to try to make the roads a safer place. They seem to be helping, but…
Read MoreWhat Are These “Guardian Caps” the Bears Are Getting?
With football season back in full effect, it is time to talk about how the Chicago Bears are undertaking an initiative to ensure that their players are safe and protected during the games and practices. One of the new equipment pieces that was recently introduced is the guardian caps. These caps are a strategy to…
Read MoreNerve Damage Can Be a Life-Altering Injury
Nerve damage, also known as neuropathy, can have severe and long-lasting consequences on a victim’s life, whether caused by accidents, medical conditions, or other factors. Serious nerve damage can lead to a range of complications that significantly impact a person’s mobility and overall well-being. What are the complications related to nerve injuries? Complications of nerve…
Read MoreIt’s Time for America to Address Its Drowning Crisis
This summer has been hot – freakishly hot. We saw record-breaking temperatures across the country throughout July. Chicago may not have had it as bad as some other places (the ocean off the coast of Miami hit 100 degrees!) but it’s still been a sweltering summer. For many, the only relief from the heat has…
Read MorePedestrians Face Injury Risks from More Than Just Cars
When many people think about pedestrian accidents, they often imagine the individual being hit by a car, motorcycle, or truck. However, the truth is that pedestrians walking around the bustling city of Chicago face many risks that do not involve motor vehicles. Instead, some of these accidents happen due to various factors, such as construction…
Read MoreAn Asphalt Tank Exploded in Lemont, Leaving a Community Grieving
A deadly explosion and fire at a Seneca Petroleum plant in Lemont has left us shaken. Dru A. Worker, a contractor with M&J Industrial Services, was a beloved high school wrestling coach, and his death is such a loss for the community. Another worker was injured but survived. ABC 7 Chicago reports that OSHA and…
Read MoreTips to Prevent Kids’ Sledding-Related Tragedies
The recent snowfall in Chicago left only a few inches on the ground, which is unusual for this time of year. By the end of January, we typically see at least 10 inches more than that overall. However, this does not necessarily mean that residents are saved from experiencing their typical Chicago winter—it may just…
Read MoreFatal Building Collapse in Chicago Leaves Community in Mourning
An explosion in a building at the intersection of West End and Central Ave has left our community in mourning once again. Shabron Robinson, a letter carrier, was beloved by his neighbors and the people on his route. He succumbed to the injuries he sustained in the explosion. Seven other people were injured that day.…
Read MoreChicago Is Experiencing a “Street Takeover.” It May Have Caused a Woman’s Death.
Tragedy struck Chicagoland last night when two Corvettes racing down Cicero Ave caused a crash that damaged a nearby car and fatally injured a pedestrian. The pedestrian was Shawman Meireis, who was in town visiting her family for her birthday. According to ABC News 7, the drivers – one in a red Corvette, one in…
Read MoreWhat Complications Can Arise from Bone Breaks and Fractures?
A fracture is a crack or break in a bone. It happens when force against a bone is stronger than the actual bone. Fractures are usually the result of overuse or injury. The site may feel painful, swollen, and look distorted. Merck states that blood vessel and nerve damage, compartment syndrome, infections, and long-lasting joint…
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