Can Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Cause Vision or Hearing Loss?
The brain is an extraordinary piece of tech. On average, an adult brain makes about 2% of the total body mass of an adult, yet it controls almost everything we do, consciously or unconsciously. So when the human brain is damaged, it can have some unexpected effects on how we live. The occipital lobe is…
Read MoreHow a Trucker’s Logbook Can Help Your Car Accident Claim
Did you know that truckers have logbooks? The purpose of the logbook is to ensure that a driver is taking enough breaks between work periods. The driver would need to create a log that details when he or she was on the road, and when he or she was taking a break. This keeps drivers…
Read MoreIt’s Almost Winter in Chicago. Make Sure You’re Safe on the Roads
Driving in Chicago can be a challenge at time of the year, but winter is an entirely different animal. The Windy City sees an average of 36” of snowfall each winter (though sometimes, it seems like it drops all at once). With plenty of snow on the ground, drivers can easily come across hazardous situations.…
Read MoreCan I Get Workers’ Comp if the Air Fresheners at Work Are Making Me Sick?
For most people who work in an office, the scent of your neighbor’s perfume, cologne or hand cream might be pleasant. Or, it might be annoying. For some people, however, a smell or fragrance can actually make them physically ill. A fragrance sensitivity can lead to lost work time, sick days and decreased productivity. But…
Read MoreWhat Happens If You’re Hurt in a Car Crash You Caused?
In many car accidents, the drivers of both cars may be responsible for the crash. For example, one car may have been speeding while the other car drove through a red light. In snowy and icy conditions, both vehicles in the accident may have slid out on the road, or been unable to stop. The…
Read MoreElevated Blood Alcohol Levels Increase the Odds of Death after a Motorcycle Crash
A recent study by several doctors queried a database to determine the effects of alcohol on motorcycle accident victims. The study was done because motorcyclists who drink and drive have a generally higher chance of being killed or suffering a disability than drunk car and truck drivers. The study, reported in the International Journal of…
Read MoreDeaths and Illnesses Due to Vaping Continue to Rise
The New York Times recently reported that a 17-year-old New York resident was the youngest of 23 people to succumb to the nationwide spread of vaping-related lung illnesses. He’s the first teenager to die though teenagers are among the largest group of people who use vaping as an alternative to cigarette smoking. The Times also…
Read MoreWhat Are the Most Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents?
Riding a bicycle is one of the best ways to save money on gas if you live and work in Chicago. It’s also a great way to exercise and stay in shape. But, riding a bicycle on the congested streets of the city can be disastrous for riders of any experience level. If you enjoy…
Read MoreChicago OIG Confirms the Horrible Response to the Investigation of the Death of Laquan McDonald
This article is a follow-up to a story we originally covered last year. The original story discussed a dashcam video of the fatal shooting of Laquan McDonald, an African-American, on October 20, 2014. The video, released the following year, showed the officer, Jason Van Dyke, shooting the victim 16 times as the victim was walking…
Read MoreBurn Injuries in House Fires
You have three minutes or less to escape your home if it catches fire. This is much less time compared to decades ago. The reason for this is that furniture and other items in your home are made differently today, and these items burn much faster. A fire can completely consume your home in a…
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