When driving, it is important to pay close attention to the road, the vehicles around you, and any factors that may affect the safety of you, your passengers, and other drivers. Unfortunately, drivers are subjected to a wide variety of distractions, and even a momentary lapse in attention can have deadly results. If you have… Continue reading RECOVERING COMPENSATION AFTER A DISTRACTED DRIVING CAR ACCIDENT
Cycling is a common form of exercise, recreation, and transportation in the Chicago area, especially in the summer months. However, while cycling may be a relaxing and enjoyable activity, it can be extremely dangerous. According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, there were 3,322 bicycle crashes in the state in 2015 alone. Chicago and many… Continue reading CYCLISTS ARE AT RISK OF SERIOUS INJURIES FROM COLLISIONS AND DOORING
E-cigarettes and vape pens have gained popularity in recent years as an alternative to smoking traditional cigarettes. Many prefer electronic cigarettes because they purportedly lack the dangerous side effects of tobacco and the distinct smell and taste of cigarettes while still delivering the addictive nicotine buzz that smokers seek. Though many e-cigarette companies promise a… Continue reading THE DANGER OF SEVERE INJURIES CAUSED BY E-CIGARETTE EXPLOSIONS
On September 9th, 2018, a Lake County Man was fatally injured after his motorcycle crashed on the corner of 16th Avenue and Broadway. The accident reminded everyone in the greater Chicago area of the increased dangers motorcyclists face in motor vehicle collisions. In 2016 alone, 5,286 Americans died in motorcycle accidents. This marked a more than… Continue reading MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENTS ARE ALARMINGLY COMMON NATIONWIDE
When we place our elderly loved ones in an assisted living facility or nursing home, we are placing a great deal of trust in the caretakers and staff members of the facility. Tragically, a large number of assisted living facilities allow their staff to neglect and abuse their residents, either knowingly or unknowingly. In fact,… Continue reading NURSING HOME ABUSE AND NEGLECT ARE COMMON THROUGHOUT THE U.S.
When the vast majority of Americans think about problems at nursing homes, they think of outright abuse, such as intentional physical harm, verbal abuse, or sexual misconduct. In reality, the vast majority of problematic behavior from nursing home staff members comes in the form of nursing home neglect. Nursing home neglect differs from nursing home abuse… Continue reading COMMON FORMS OF NURSING HOME NEGLIGENCE
On October 17th, 2018, a Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) bus collided with a pole in the South Side neighborhood of Grand Crossing, resulting in injuries to 26 people. In all, 21 passengers were sent to hospitals throughout the city after the bus crashed into a pole on the corner of 71st Street and Cottage Grove… Continue reading DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS CAN BE SERIOUSLY INJURED IN CTA BUS ACCIDENTS
Throughout 2016 alone, a staggering 4,564 Americans lost their lives in car accidents involving large commercial trucks or buses. Despite the fact that all commercial truck drivers must go through extensive training programs to earn their commercial driver’s license (CDL), trucking companies consistently make poor hiring decisions, fail to adequately train their drivers, and routinely… Continue reading INADEQUATE DRIVER TRAINING CAN LEAD TO DANGEROUS TRUCK ACCIDENTS
Every year, thousands of Americans are severely or fatally injured in motor vehicle collisions involving commercial trucks. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), 4,213 commercial trucks were involved in fatal collisions throughout 2016 alone. This staggering number of commercial trucking fatalities marked a 3% increase in fatal accidents in comparison to the previous… Continue reading DROWSY DRIVING A COMMON CONCERN AMONG COMMERCIAL TRUCK DRIVERS
Every year, thousands of Americans suffer traumatic brain injuries that can impact the rest of their lives. If you are fortunate enough to survive a serious brain injury, the prolonged symptoms can range from severe headaches to loss of motor functions. Tragically, many brain injuries ultimately prove to be fatal. According to the Centers for Disease Control… Continue reading HOW CAN I PURSUE COMPENSATION FOR A TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY?
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