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For Chicago residents, medical uncertainty can breed confusion and fear. Health problems that develop unexpectedly or that exhibit disturbing symptoms can cause otherwise healthy people to feel miserable until they can meet with their doctors. In many situations a...

When the negligent or reckless actions of another person cause an individual to die, many Chicago residents assume that the criminal justice system will prosecute the wrongdoers for their reprehensible actions. This is often the case and offending parties are required...

Baseball season is winding down and fans of the Chicago Cubs and White Sox are anxiously waiting to see which teams will qualify for the post season. In the coming week, however, a star player for one of those teams will likely be absent from his position at...

Concussions and other mild head injuries may seem like a relatively minor injury, but in reality, concussions are a traumatic brain injury that can cause serious medical problems and long-term health problems if they aren't treated properly. Concussions can be caused...

Drunk driving is an unfortunate reality in Illinois. It affects people in large communities like Chicago as well as small towns throughout the state. Many people personally know someone who has been affected by drunk driving or who has been the victim of a drunk...

Statutes of limitations are the time limits on when a legal claim can be filed and, as such, they are incredibly important to personal injury cases. If an injured party fails to file a personal injury lawsuit, or accept an insurance settlement, within the applicable...

As the American population ages many people find themselves moving into care facilities when they are no longer able to manage their daily lives. Nursing and retirement homes offer individuals the opportunity to exercise varying levels of independence all while...

Negligent drivers are everywhere. Chicago residents may see them during their commutes to work or while taking their kids to school. These drivers fail to use their signals, speed at dangerous rates and follow too closely to the cars in front of them. There is very...

When Chicago parents send their kids off to play they encourage the youngsters to stay in pairs or groups with other children. There is a certain level of safety that comes with being with others and friends can keep watchful eyes on each other to prevent disasters...

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over 700 cyclists were killed in accidents with motor vehicles in 2012. Nearly 50,000 other cyclists were hurt in automobile crashes during that same year, leading to an exorbitant number of victims...