What Complications Can Arise from Untreated Road Rash?
Without proper protection, a motorcycle crash can result in serious injuries such as traumatic brain injury, broken bones, and road rash. Although not a life-threatening injury, road rash is still serious and can be extremely dangerous if not treated properly. Various complications can arise in the aftermath of a road rash injury. What are the…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Speeding for Passengers, Other Drivers, and Pedestrians
Over the last Memorial Day weekend, Chicago police increased their traffic patrols and enforcement activities, specifically targeting speeding, which has been a concern since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic. In April, the National Safety Council (NSC) reported a 14% increase in speeding across the nation. And, although fewer drivers have been on the roadways…
Read MoreFiling a Civil Lawsuit for Assault
Assault is a very serious offense, and the perpetrator or perpetrators face the consequences of their actions in criminal court. As a victim, you may also file a lawsuit in civil court, regardless of what happens with the criminal case. There are certain factors that a plaintiff must show in order to be successful in…
Read MoreDo Rideshare Services Make Roadways Safer?
We hear a lot of anecdotal evidence that rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are making our roads safer, largely because people who are too drunk to drive aren’t getting behind the wheel as often. But given how many more vehicles are on the road now, we wondered whether or not these services were doing…
Read MoreSpinal Cord Injuries and Hypotension
Spinal cord injuries can happen for a variety of reasons. Common causes include motor vehicle accidents, slips and falls, construction site accidents, and any accident which involves force. Victims can suffer back pain, neck pain, paralysis, and other types of injuries that may last a lifetime. Some accident victims never fully recover from a spinal…
Read MorePothole Damage and Car Insurance – Who’s Responsible?
Spring has arrived, and Chicago is thawing out from a winter of snow and ice. As green grass and flowers begin to emerge, so does another spring tradition – potholes. These yearly and unwelcome visitors to our roads and highways are not only aggravating but also dangerous, causing car accidents, injuries, and property damage. Although…
Read MoreCan You Collect Workers’ Compensation If You Work from Home?
Working from home benefits both employees and employers. Employees save the time and expense of the commute to work. While they have to clock in and do a good job, they don’t have a boss constantly looking over their shoulder. Employers benefit too. They save on overhead by needing less office space and by having…
Read MoreChicago Nursing Homes and COVID-19
Nursing homes and long-term care facilities are suffering due to the spread of the coronavirus, COVID-19. Seniors are at high risk of contracting the disease from other seniors, from visitors, from vendors, and from the staff. All nursing working home workers are also at high risk. The dangers of death are due to the residents…
Read MoreExploding Pressure Cookers and What You Need to Know
Now that everyone is stuck at home for the foreseeable future due to the widespread stay-at-home order issued by the Governor of Illinois, more and more people are cooking instead of going out to eat. Many families went from cooking one meal per day at home to cooking multiple meals per day. For people who…
Read MoreHours-of-Service Laws For Truck Drivers Suspended During Coronavirus Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to the suspension of the Hours-of-Service (HOS) laws for certain truck drivers in the United States by President Donald Trump’s administration. The reason the laws were suspended is understandable; the country relies on the trucking industry to transport goods from manufacturers to retailers. Supermarkets and some retailers are permitted to…
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