Hit-and-Run Leaves Jogger Severely Injured in Greektown
A hit-and-run crash left a Greektown jogger with severe injuries and needing surgical intervention this past Sunday. Forty-four-year-old Kelly Mahan was crossing the street at Madison and Halston when a car turning right struck her and kept going. Mahan’s sister told ABC 7, “My sister has been in surgery for six hours. She has three…
Read MoreDoes Chicago Have a Distracted Driver Problem?
Even though Chicago has taken certain steps and measures to prevent and combat distracted driving, it continues to be a major issue throughout the city and the state. Distracted driving can come in various forms and can affect a driver’s vision, cognitive thinking, and physical or manual performance. It is important to know that any…
Read MoreDoes Fault Affect a Wrongful Death Claim in Chicago?
When your family member or loved one passes away in a tragic accident, you may decide to file a wrongful death claim against the party who caused their death. You can seek compensation to cover funeral and burial costs, loss of companionship, loss of benefits, loss of income, and more. In order for a wrongful…
Read MoreDo Common Carriers Owe Their Customers Healthy Drivers?
Common carriers, such as bus drivers, subway operators, and train drivers, do owe their customers healthy drivers. If common carriers allow unhealthy drivers with serious medical conditions to drive customers around, there will be more accidents and injuries. While it is true that you cannot discriminate against individuals with disabilities and health conditions, you cannot…
Read MoreHospitals Are in the Money Business, Not the Healthcare Business
Hospitals across Chicago and the rest of Illinois keep consolidating and becoming part of bigger profit-generating corporations, which is severely affecting Medicaid patients in our area. A lot of people in Chicago and Illinois are on Medicaid due to their low incomes. While that should not matter when it comes to receiving proper medical treatment,…
Read MoreA Deadly Crash in Little Village Took Out a Concrete Bollard
A horrific crash near West 26th Street and South California Boulevard in the Little Village area led to two deaths and two serious injuries. One of the vehicles rolled on its side and the other went careening into a dumpster. According to ABC 7, the cause of the deadly crash is still under investigation, but…
Read MoreYou Can Seek Damages for Facial Scarring and Disfigurement
Facial scarring and disfigurement can result from several accidents and injuries. Treating your scars and disfigurement may require several doctor appointments, medical procedures, or reconstructive surgeries. While the physical pain may eventually go away, coming to terms with the change in your appearance can be a challenge. We understand that for some folks, this is…
Read MoreSouth Side CTA Bus Crash May Have Been Caused by a Medical Episode
Yesterday was like a scene out of the 90s movie Speed: an out-of-control CTA bus in the South Side caused a multi-vehicle accident that sent at least five people to hospitals throughout the city. According to ABC 7, it took several hours for the streets to be cleaned up and for the reroutes for local…
Read MoreWhat Are the Most Dangerous Roads in Chicago?
Whether a lifelong resident or a recent transplant to the Chicago area, you most likely know that the city sees a lot of car accidents every week; this is most often due to congestion, speeding, distracted driving, and more. Whether driving for pleasure or commuting to and from work, it’s important to know which dangerous…
Read MoreWhat Are the Most Common Ways Motorcycle Riders Get Hurt?
Many Chicagoans enjoy riding their motorcycles during the warmer months. This is a thrilling way to get around The Windy City. However, if the motorcycle rider isn’t prepared or other drivers fail to notice them, their ride can quickly turn into a dangerous accident. While motorcyclists aren’t immune to their own errors, most motorcycle accidents…
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