Year: 2025
Spring Grove teen dies after visit to Grayslake dental clinic
Last Updated on July 30, 2025 by Patrick A. Salvi II 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”…
The Importance of Early Evaluation for Cerebral Palsy
Last Updated on March 31, 2026 by Patrick A. Salvi II 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…
New Father Killed Heading to Hospital to Pick Up Wife and Newborn in Green Oaks
Last Updated on July 25, 2025 by Patrick A. Salvi II 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…
What Are the 5 Types of Cerebral Palsy?
Last Updated on May 21, 2026 by Patrick A. Salvi II 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….
5 Most Common Causes of Wrongful Death in Illinois
Last Updated on March 31, 2026 by Patrick A. Salvi II 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…
Racial Disparities in Maternity Care Leading to Medical Mistakes
Last Updated on March 31, 2026 by Patrick A. Salvi II 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…
Medical Mistakes and Inaccuracies on Death Certificates
Last Updated on June 25, 2026 by Patrick A. Salvi II 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…
What Is Comparative Negligence in Premises Liability?
Last Updated on April 7, 2026 by Patrick A. Salvi II 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…
Your Right to Access Your Medical Records in Illinois
Last Updated on March 31, 2026 by Patrick A. Salvi II 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…
Cell Phone Use and Distracted Driving Accidents
Last Updated on May 26, 2026 by Patrick A. Salvi II In a fast-paced world full of distractions, staying focused behind the wheel is more important than ever. Unfortunately, our ever-increasing reliance on smartphones has turned distracted driving into one of the most common causes of car crashes today. Even…
