While many insurance providers take great pride in their customer relations, always investigate claims in a timely and thorough manner, and only issue fair settlement offers, an alarming number of insurers are not so conscientious. This can have devastating consequences for accident victims who may be unaware of their own rights during the insurance claims… Read more »
Over the past few weeks, nursing homes across the country have become hotspots for COVID-19. Hundreds of nursing home residents have fallen ill and many have died. The biggest outbreak of coronavirus at a nursing home in Illinois is at the Chateau Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Willowbrook. At least 33 residents and 13 staff… Read more »
It is true that not all accident cases require the assistance of an attorney. However, attaining an attorney is often necessary for individuals whose injuries are particularly severe or when a claim involves highly complex legal rules. For help determining whether your case is the kind of claim that would benefit from the assistance of… Read more »
Social media has come to play an increasingly important role in our lives, so it is no longer surprising to see others post about their daily activities and milestones online. While this does enable us to stay in contact with distant loved ones, it can also have a negative effect on other aspects of our… Read more »
Dog bites can have severe consequences for victims – they may suffer significant scarring and pain, even after the wounds have healed. Fortunately, there are a few steps injured you can take to help reduce the chances you will suffer from complications. To learn more about recovering from an animal attack or filing a dog… Read more »
Over the last few years, trampoline parks have increased in popularity to such a degree they are now a billion dollar industry. Unfortunately, trampoline parks have also proven to be dangerous for many users, causing serious injuries, including everything from head trauma and broken bones to spinal cord injuries. Although several states have recently enacted… Read more »
Although e-cigarettes were initially hailed as a healthier alternative to smoking, new research, as well as a host of related illnesses, have recently brought this belief into question. Unfortunately, many of the millions of teenagers and adults who report using e-cigarettes or vapes were not aware of hidden dangers of vaping and lung disease and… Read more »
While social media has made it easier than ever to connect with friends, share updates on our lives with loved ones and network with potential employers, the ability to relay information about ourselves to others so quickly and easily can also have negative repercussions. This is especially true for those who are injured in accidents,… Read more »
When it comes to handling car accident claims, Illinois uses a fault-based approach. This means that unlike in no-fault states, where drivers are required to file claims with their own insurers after an accident, injured motorists in Illinois have the option of filing a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurer. This can be a complex… Read more »
The injuries sustained in car accidents are wide ranging and include everything from concussions and broken bones to amputations and spinal cord damage. However, certain types of injuries, such as broken glass injuries, tend to occur at a higher rate than others and pose a serious risk to those who sustain them. Fortunately, those who… Read more »