When a person is the victim of a wrongful death, their surviving family will generally want to file an Illinois wrongful death lawsuit to recover damages for their unexpected loss. In most cases, the person (known as the administrator of the estate) who files the lawsuit and acts on behalf of the deceased will be […]
Who Files an Illinois Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
Who is at fault for my slip and fall injury?
Determining fault in a slip and fall injury is not a simple task. To do so, a court will ask questions such as: Did a dangerous condition on someone else’s property contribute to your personal injury? Does the property owner safely and regularly maintain the premises? Did a poorly placed object create a dangerous condition? […]
Will My Dog Bite Leave A Scar?
If you have been bitten by a dog, and the wounds are deep and bled, then it is likely that that bite will leave a scar. These scars may fade with time or they may be permanent, disfiguring and/or painful. Some wounds may even produce keloid scars, which is when scar tissue grows out of […]
What Qualifies As Wrongful Death?
If you have experienced the death of a loved one as the result of a reckless and preventable accident, you may be wondering if a wrongful death lawsuit can be filed against those responsible. What qualifies an accident as a “wrongful death” is when a person’s death was the direct result of someone else’s negligence […]
What to Do About Motorcycle Defects?
A motorcycle accident in Chicago can be very dangerous, which means precautions should be taken to decrease or completely avoid the risks. However, part of your duty as a motorist, is to perform regular maintenance checks on your motorcycle to make sure it is in good shape and free of defects. Sometimes, a motorcycle defect may […]
What to Do at the Scene of an Illinois Car Accident
If you’ve just been injured in a car accident in Illinois, your first priority is to ensure everyone’s safety. Everyone should be out of the line of traffic and away from the vehicles, especially if gasoline is present. You should not move any of the vehicles unless it is safe to do so and the […]
What to do if You Suspect Medical Malpractice
If you’ve been the victim of medical malpractice in Chicago, you have the right to seek compensation. Sometimes a gynecologist’s mistake is very obvious and manifests immediately, while in other instances it takes time to surface.If you’re suffering and suspect it is from a gynecologist mistake, you should research your condition and the treatments you […]
What to Expect When Seeking Treatment for Your Facial Injury
If an Illinois accident has left you with a serious facial injury, you may require surgical treatment. While minor cuts to the face can be treated with topical creams and bandages, serious injuries to the face may require stitches or even surgery.Surgery for a facial injury can be uncomfortable and painful. The treatment and recovery […]
What Underinsured Motorist Coverage Means To You
While the state of Illinois has set forth minimum limits for car insurance coverage, in the face of serious injury or wrongful death in a car accident, these limits may not be enough to cover the damages and loss you have experienced. In the event the other driver does not carry a high enough car […]
What You Should Know Before Hiring a Chicago Medical Malpractice Attorney
When you need to seek compensation in an Illinois medical malpractice claim, there are some important things you should know before you decide to hire a Chicago medical malpractice attorney.Having the right attorney can make all the difference in the type and amount of settlement that you receive. When you face serious bodily harm, pain […]
- « Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
- …
- 34
- Next Page »