Rideshare Accidents Involving Pedestrians: Who Pays?
Every day, Chicago residents hail hundreds of thousands of rides via apps like Uber and Lyft. Ride-hailing services have made it fast and easy for busy city-slickers to get where they want to go, but what happens when a casual Uber ride results in a pedestrian-involved traffic accident? We often receive questions about who is…
Read MoreFatal DuSable Lake Shore Drive Crash in Bronzeville Highlights the Dangers of Rollovers
The weekend ended in tragedy for a driver who lost her life in a crash on DuSable Lake Shore Drive in Bronzeville. Investigators are still looking into the cause of the accident as the other occupants of the car recover from their injuries. The collision is a reminder of the devastating risks associated with rollover…
Read MoreLong-Term Health Consequences of Motorcycle Spinal Cord Injuries
Motorcycle crashes are among the most devastating types of collisions you’ll see on Illinois roads. Compared to drivers of cars and trucks, motorcyclists have next to no protection from the impact of the pavement or another vehicle. When a motorcycle accident results in spinal cord damage, the consequences are often permanent. Spinal cord injuries and…
Read MorePost-Accident Stroke or Aneurysm: Hidden Risks After a Crash
When people think about car accident injuries, they tend to think of broken bones, lacerations, and serious head trauma—all injuries that tend to be immediately obvious. But some of the most dangerous injuries you can suffer after a car accident don’t show up right away, which makes them all the more hazardous for accident victims.…
Read MoreWhat Is a Contingency Fee?
What’s the one thing that prevents people from getting help? Whether we’re talking about legal assistance, medical care, or professional automotive repair, the answer is often the same: money. If you don’t have the money to pay, chances are good that you won’t even seek out the help you need. That’s understandable. If you’ve been…
Read MoreWhat Kind of Compensation Can I Recover in a Chicago Personal Injury Case?
Accidents happen all the time. Whatever type of accident you’re involved in, you’ll be left trying to pick up the pieces of your life afterward. However, whether you were injured in a car crash, a slip and fall, or something more serious, you probably have one big question on your mind: What is this going…
Read MoreHow Is Pain and Suffering Calculated in Illinois Personal Injury Claims?
People in Illinois are no strangers to accidents. From slip and fall accidents, car wrecks, and pedestrian accidents, sudden unexpected injuries are extremely common. If you’ve been hurt in an accident in Illinois, chances are good that you’ve got a lot on your plate. You’re dealing with rehab or going through medical care. You’re trying…
Read MoreTrooper Injured in I-88 DUI / Scott’s Law Crash Near Oak Brook
Reports indicate that an Illinois State Trooper suffered injuries in a crash with an alleged drunk driver in the early morning hours of Sunday, August 17, 2025. The frightening collision illustrates how quickly things can go wrong when drivers are under the influence. It also highlights the significant risks officers and others who work alongside…
Read MoreUnderstanding Medical Malpractice Claims in Illinois: When is it a Case?
One moment you trust a doctor; the next you wonder if their decision made you sicker. If that feeling keeps you up at night, you are not alone. For those unsure if their experience qualifies as medical malpractice, Illinois rules can feel like an alphabet soup of statutes and deadlines. This guide breaks the law…
Read MoreWorkplace Injuries in Chicago: Workers’ Compensation vs. Third-Party Claims
You report to the job every day expecting hustle, not heartbreak. Then a loader backs up without a spotter, pins your leg, and your shift ends in an ambulance. Bills stack up, paychecks stop, and you wonder which system–workers’ compensation or a lawsuit–can make you whole. Chicago sees thousands of job‑site accidents every year, from…
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