Common Types of Chicago Auto Accidents
Auto accidents can occur in many different ways. Understanding how the accident happened helps lawyers determine who was responsible. The other driver, the owner of the vehicle, the shipping company that hired a truck, the manufacturer of a car part, and any number of other businesses and people may be liable. Knowing how the accident happened…
Read MoreCan Erectile Dysfunction Drugs Help Cure Dementia?
Erectile dysfunction drugs like Viagra were originally designed to help patients with coronary heart disease. Though the drugs did little for men with angina and high blood pressure, the sexual side effects were consistent enough to rebrand the drug, called sildenafil citrate, as a cure for erectile dysfunction. Now a new team of researchers in…
Read MoreTruck Accidents in Chicago
Vehicle crashes occur every day in and around Chicago. On highways and interstates, tractor trailer trucks (also known as big rigs or eighteen wheelers) often are involved in vehicle crashes, but on the crowded streets of a city like Chicago, smaller commercial trucks abound – and accidents involving one can be devastating. Types of commercial…
Read MoreTourism-Related Accidents in Chicago
Like many other countries around the world, the United States is flooded with thousands of visitors every day. We certainly see our fair share of them here in the Chicagoland area: in fact, in 2015, we broke the record with more than 52 million visitors to the Windy City. Unfortunately, just like any other place…
Read MoreWhat Are Illinois’ Seatbelt Laws?
Hurdling down the highway at 65 miles per hour can be a harrowing experience if anything goes wrong. Therefore, automobile safety features such as seatbelts exist, and Illinois state law dictates that drivers and passengers, especially children, wear seatbelts. If you’re like us, you probably know some people who refuse to use these life-saving safety…
Read MoreStaying Safe in the Winter Weather
Chicago has already seen one record-breaking snowstorm this winter, and there are calls for more. We’re pretty good at handling the bad weather, but every year, we read at least one story of a tragic death that could have been avoided. Now is the time to ensure your family’s safety before more winter weather hits.…
Read MoreSome Lives Are Worth More than Others When It Comes to Personal Injury Compensation
The Courts are supposed to be the one place where everyone is treated equally. There have been plenty of stories about the criminal justice system – but what about the civil justice system, where auto accident, wrongful death and other personal injury cases are tried? A recent investigation by The Washington Post revealed rampant inequality…
Read MorePersonal Injury Lawsuits and Social Media Privacy
You may routinely post pictures of yourself on vacation, of that beautiful dish at your favorite restaurant, and lots of selfies with friends. You may not realize how much others can discover about you through your social media feeds on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and other platforms. If you happen to be the plaintiff in a…
Read MoreNegligent Security and a Chicago Area Property Owner’s Responsibility to Maintain a Safe Environment for Visitors
It was late at night when you stopped off at a convenience store on your way home from the airport after a long flight. After you made your purchase you left the store and headed for your car when suddenly you were attacked from out of nowhere and robbed at gunpoint. It might have seemed…
Read MoreNegligent Maintenance Can Cause Truck Accidents
While most motor vehicle accidents – including truck accidents – are caused by some form of human error, a small percentage of them can be caused by mechanical problems. Negligent maintenance is at the root of these kinds of accidents, which makes them completely preventable. Trucking companies are fully aware of the importance of proper…
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