Before a new building is finished, Chicago residents often see a massive crane looming over the construction project. On its own a crane is an impressive structure. Tall and strong, sturdy and precise, cranes help lift large materials up into the air as building...
Large trucks such as 18-wheelers and other freight vehicles can cause serious problems for other drivers on Chicago's roads. As they are very large and generally cannot start or stop as fast as smaller cars, semi-trucks can quickly become hazards for those that must...
March signals the beginning of spring and Spring Break, when many families travel or go on vacation. Unfortunately, accidents and injuries can happen on vacation just like they can at home. Some of the most common vacation accidents include: Car accidents. Vacationers...
When researching long-term care facilities or nursing homes, Chicago residents might be struck by how various facilities try to distinguish themselves from each other. They may claim to offer unique and desirable services. They may make offers of cost-effectiveness...
Medical errors are the third leading cause of death, according to the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), just behind heart disease and cancer. In 2010, the Office of Inspector General for Health and Human Services said medical negligence contributed...
Photo Credit: 123RF Stock Photo[/caption] If you were injured in a work-related accident, you are most likely entitled to workers' compensation benefits. Under Illinois law, with a few exceptions, injured workers are generally entitled to workers' compensation...
Photo Credit: 123RF Stock Photo[/caption] Drowsy driving may be more harmful that safety officials have thought. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 1.4% of all motor vehicle crashes in the United States involve a...
Last week's blog post discussed the serious trauma that can occur when a person suffers an injury to his spinal cord. When Chicago residents have significant problems with their backs and spines they can sometimes undergo surgeries to repair the damage. Surgery,...
Photo Credit: 123RF Stock Photo[/caption] Most personal injury accident claims - whether a car crash, a slip and fall, or a workplace accident - will involve insurance companies. Although insurance companies are obligated to comply with the terms of the insurance...
Photo Credit: 123RF Stock Photo[/caption] If you were injured in a personal injury accident, such as a car crash or a trucking accident, you may be able to recover for your injuries - physical and emotional injuries. Emotional injuries can include things like anxiety,...