Premises Liability

One of the best things about living in the Chicago area is the wide choice of restaurants and eateries. There is literally something for everyone. However, not every place is a four-star dining experience. Some are not even one-star. Frequent inspections uncover health violations all the time and, in some cases, patrons go home with…

The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) recently identified a salmonella outbreak that has reportedly affected 14 Illinois residents. A bulletin from the city urged residents to seek medical care if they recently ate at the establishment and displayed any signs of illness. Patrons visit restaurants and other types of eating establishments with the expectation…

According to the National Floor Safety Institute, falls are the leading cause of emergency room visits; accounting for one million visits yearly. The most common injury that is treated for slip and falls is a bone fracture. The likelihood of a fall increases in the winter when: Ice or snow on parking lots, sidewalks, and…