Research Shows That Burn Injuries Are More Like a Chronic Disease
There are many ways in which you can sustain burn injuries; whether you are in a car accident, an accident at work, or burnt while cooking a turkey dinner, burn injuries are painful and can leave you in agonizing pain and with disfiguring scars. While these consequences are bad enough, research shows that burn injuries…
Read MoreHow Can Pedestrians in Chicago Stay Safe?
There is lots to see in Chicago. From Navy Pier, to the Art Institute, to our famous Millennium Park, our city offers attractions for tourists to the city. With our wide variety of shops, restaurants, museums, and hidden gems such as Fat Johnnie’s, there is something to do for everyone, including our native Chicagoans. Chicago…
Read MoreDefective Truck Brakes & Product Liability Claims: What You Need to Know
In November of 2022, Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) recalled over 230,000 Western Star and Freightliner vehicles manufactured between 2016 and 2022. The recall is due to chemical corrosion that could affect the vehicles’ brake modulator valves, potentially resulting in Adaptive Cruise Control braking failures. And while these vehicles’ regular brakes were not affected by…
Read MoreCreated on Company Time Usually Means It’s Company Property
Every company (at least, every company that’s run well) has policies, right? There are policies for sending emails, for taking time off, for filling out TPS reports, for when to go to HR – policies a’ plenty. And in most cases, those policies are usually created by whomever heads a department (if the business is…
Read MoreWhen Concussions Call for Legal Action
Concussions are types of traumatic brain injuries that happen for many reasons, including accidents, contact sports, and intentional violence. Sadly, domestic violence victims often sustain concussions for different reasons, such as getting hit in the skull by foreign objects, being thrown against walls or other objects, and sustaining punches to the head. A recent piece…
Read MoreA Driver Crashed into Culver’s in Morton Grove, So Let’s Talk About Car Incursions
On Monday, a 79-year-old woman lost control of her vehicle on Dempster Street and crossed through the parking lot, crashing into the front of the building. The family of four who was seated at the point of impact all sustained injuries, but the good news – the VERY good news – is that none of…
Read MoreCan My Own Cell Phone Data Be Used Against Me in a Car Accident?
If you were recently in a car accident and the opposing driver’s counsel is trying to prove you were at fault, your cell phone data might be requested during the “discovery period.” This period refers to attorneys gathering evidence to support their clients’ claims, which typically includes photos and videos of the accident, police and…
Read MoreAvoid House Fire Risks This Winter
Protecting your home and family in the winter is a multi-step process, with most homeowners focusing on preventing burst plumbing pipes, keeping sidewalks, driveways, and other walkways ice-free, and maintaining warm interiors. Yet, protecting against the cold can pose fire risks that can send entire houses up in flames. To keep your home as safe…
Read MoreDon’t Be Afraid to Drive Again After a Car Accident
Car accidents can be traumatic. Whether you looked away for a split second or someone else ran a stop sign, it can be tough building up the courage to get back behind the wheel again. Some people may be overwhelmed with anxiety when passing the area of the accident, while others may have a hard…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Effects Could Lead to Alzheimer’s Disease
A new study that was published this past July found that there actually could be a direct link between COVID-19 and Alzheimer’s disease. This study examined over 6 million electronic health records of men and women over the age of 65 in great detail. While researchers did not think that the results showed COVID-19 specifically…
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