Your Rights If You’re Hurt during a Protest in Chicago
In this current climate, people are protesting for many different reasons. Most protests are fairly quiet and fairly peaceful. Sometimes, though, protests can lead to confrontations and assaults. The rights of anyone who is assaulted depend, in good part, on who caused the harm and how it was caused. Police and law enforcement are generally…
Read MoreWhy the ADA Doesn’t Exempt You from Wearing a Mask
Americans with a disability or associated with someone who has a disability need to be aware of a scam that is currently active during the COVID-19 crisis. The scam involves false documents that seek to provide authority from the US Department of Justice (DOJ) that people with a disability are exempt from the requirement to…
Read MoreCan You Sue the City If You Get Hit by a Garbage Truck?
Although garbage and trash collection trucks generally move more slowly than other vehicles, if you’re involved in an accident with one, you likely won’t come out a winner. The injuries and damages resulting from these encounters can be particularly serious. When determining liability after a garbage truck causes an accident, it mostly depends on who…
Read MoreVision Loss as a Catastrophic Injury
Although loss of vision, either partially or completely, is not an immediate life-threatening condition, it can significantly alter your quality and enjoyment of life. Vision loss can occur as a result of burn injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and other injuries and conditions. The sudden disappearance of one’s vision, which we depend on so much for…
Read MoreWhat 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…
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