Which Nursing Home Complaints Are the Most Serious?
All residents of nursing homes have some complaints. Many complaints are the ones everyone has – the soup’s too cold, why don’t you have this publication, or my closets could be bigger. Some complaints are unique to seniors who may be more sensitive to weather, loneliness, and problems due to ill health. Other complaints require…
Read MoreWhat to Do if Your Car Breaks Down in the Summer
Summer is a time for relaxing and kicking back. Widespread vaccinations this year are encouraging extended families to bond again. After being confined for so long, it’s great to think about traveling to parks, the homes of friends, and vacation locales. There are risks to summertime travel, though. You need to make sure your car…
Read MoreAnother Hit-and-Run in Lakeview, Another Needless Injury
Last night, a 21-year-old woman was crossing the road at W. Addison St. and N. Janssen Ave. when she was struck by a Hyundai Elantra, ABC 7 reports. She suffered serious injuries and the driver took off from the scene; police are still looking. We are sending our best wishes to the victim, and we…
Read MoreCommercial Trucks and Braking Issues
Trucks generally need more time to brake and come to a stop than passenger cars. There are many different reasons why trucks need more time, including the size and weight of the truck, the number of tires, the type of brakes, and other factors. Eighteen-wheelers, semis, tractor-trailers, and other heavy trucks are among some of…
Read MoreHome Health Care for Seniors Is a Big Part of New Jobs & Infrastructure Plan
The Biden Administration is crafting a major jobs and infrastructure plan for the 21st century. The plan focuses on roads, bridges, broadband technology, and a range of other programs designed to get Americans back to work. One key component of the plan focuses on recognizing that the population of the United States is growing older.…
Read MoreSoft Tissue Injuries from Car Accidents
When you get into a car accident, regardless of any sort of fault involved, there’s a lengthy list of possible injuries you could suffer from. A lot of them are severe and life-threatening — those are usually the ones that make the papers — but not all. Sometimes, the injuries don’t involve broken bones or…
Read MoreProving Product Liability Where It Counts: Amazon Edition
When we purchase a product, be it online or in person, we have certain expectations. For example, we hope whatever it is works for its intended purpose, that it’s safe to use, and that — if something goes wrong — we can get some sort of compensation for it. These are reasonable demands. Besides, it’s…
Read MoreMost Common Fatal Injuries from Car Crashes Involve Head Trauma
Illinois has a car accident problem, and it’s only getting worse. While other states saw a decrease in collisions — and drivers in general — last year due to the pandemic, our lovely state was not so lucky. In March of 2020, for example, there was an astounding 14% increase in fatal crashes, even with…
Read MoreUnsafe Work Conditions Are Not Your Fault
Working is a normal, necessary part of our current society. We all need to do it in some way or another to support ourselves and our families, to keep bread on the table. Unfortunately, while many of us are lucky enough to land a solid, healthy career, many others are not so lucky. A job…
Read More7 Hazards to Look Out for When Riding a Motorcycle This Spring
Riding a motorcycle is exhilarating. It’s also incredibly dangerous, no matter how much experience you have. There’s just not enough protection for you or your passenger on a motorcycle. As you prepare your motorcycle for the warmer weather of the spring season, be sure to look for the following seven hazards once you head out…
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