Year: 2025
2-year-old killed, 13 people injured after car crashed into Portillo’s in Oswego, Illinois
OSWEGO, Ill. (August 1, 2025) – A 2-year-old boy died and 13 people were injured after a car crashed into a Portillo’s restaurant in Oswego, Illinois, on Wednesday afternoon. The gold-colored sedan reportedly crashed through the front doors near the parking lot and remained surrounded by shattered glass, debris, and…
Spring Grove teen dies after visit to Grayslake dental clinic
GRAYSLAKE, Ill. (July 30, 2025) – A 17-year-old Spring Grove girl died after visiting a dental clinic in Grayslake. According to the Daily Herald, the Grayslake Fire Department responded to a call on July 24 for an “unresponsive patient” at a dentist’s office at 875 E. Washington St. in Grayslake….
The Importance of Early Evaluation for Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy (CP) can have devastating effects on a child’s growth and development. The condition is often the result of birth injuries or other forms of medical malpractice. Unfortunately, many children with cerebral palsy are not diagnosed until they are 12 to 24 months old, well past the point where…
New Father Killed Heading to Hospital to Pick Up Wife and Newborn in Green Oaks
GREEN OAKS, Ill. (July 24) – A new father was killed when his motorcycle collided with a dump truck while on his way to pick up his wife and 3-day-old newborn baby from the hospital. The crash occurred in Green Oaks, Illinois, around 2:35 p.m. on Friday afternoon, according to…
What Are the 5 Types of Cerebral Palsy?
Cerebral palsy is a condition that affects many children and families in Illinois. Unfortunately, many parents have trouble recognizing the signs and types of cerebral palsy, which can keep their children from starting treatment when it is most effective. If you suspect your child has cerebral palsy from a birth…
5 Most Common Causes of Wrongful Death in Illinois
Understanding the common causes of wrongful death can be crucial if you have lost a loved one in an incident caused by another person or entity in Illinois. Knowing this information can help you determine who may be liable for your loss and better understand the potential value of your…
Racial Disparities in Maternity Care Leading to Medical Mistakes
Racial disparities in maternity care don’t happen by accident. In many cases, they stem from a mix of unequal access to care, poor living conditions, and harmful assumptions. Black women and other women of color in Chicago face the highest risks during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. Unfortunately, even when they…
Medical Mistakes and Inaccuracies on Death Certificates
When a loved one passes away, the family trusts that medical professionals will accurately document the circumstances surrounding their death. However, death certificate errors and medical mistakes on a death certificate occur more frequently than many realize. In some cases, they may potentially conceal medical negligence that contributed to the…
What Is Comparative Negligence in Premises Liability?
Comparative negligence in premises liability cases can significantly impact the compensation you could receive after sustaining an injury on someone’s property in Chicago, Illinois, if you contributed to the accident. Comparative negligence is a legal theory that reduces a plaintiff’s compensation based on their degree of fault in the incident…
Your Right to Access Your Medical Records in Illinois
Understanding your patient rights to medical records in Illinois is crucial for protecting your health and legal interests. Whether you need documentation for ongoing treatment, insurance purposes, or potential legal proceedings, federal and Illinois HIPAA laws and other state regulations ensure you can access medical records in Illinois when needed….
