Category: Personal Injury

Statute of Limitations for Bicycle Accidents in Illinois

Statute of Limitations for Bicycle Accidents in Illinois

If you have suffered an injury while biking, you may be wondering how long you have to sue after a bike accident in Illinois. Every state has a statute of limitations that puts a time limit on filing personal injury claims such as bicycle collisions. The time limits aim to…

Traumatic Brain Injuries vs. Non-Traumatic Brain Injuries

Traumatic Brain Injuries vs. Non-Traumatic Brain Injuries

Any brain injury can affect your life in countless ways, from your memory and personality to your movement and other bodily functions. Therefore, it is also crucial to understand the differences in types of brain injuries and how they can affect you or your loved one. One of the most…

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Over 150 NC State Students Report Cancer Diagnosis with Possible Link to Poe Hall PCBs

But Poe Hall isn’t the only NC State building with reported high levels of PCBs In early 2024, approximately 150 North Carolina State University alumni reported concerns over their cancers due to potential exposure to a carcinogen while studying in the university’s Poe Hall. Of the former NC State students…

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Law Definitions

Affidavit – A written statement made under oath, punishable by penalty of perjury. To be valid in court, it must be signed in the presence of a notary public or another official taker of an oath. If anything in it is found to be untrue, the witness can be charged…

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Chicago Jet Ski Accidents During Summer Months

While jet skiing and other boating activities signal the start of summer, a recent Hudson River jet ski accident demonstrates just how tragic jet skis can be. After two jet skis collided, all emergency service providers responded, including the Newburgh Fire Department, State Police, city police, and Orange County Sheriff…

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Pomp & Consequence: Teen Drinking & Driving

As we approach prom, graduation, and the summer season, it’s important to recognize that while these are generally happy occasions, they also signify an increasingly dangerous time of year for teen drivers. According to a recent survey by AAA, 41 percent of teens between the ages of 16 and 19…

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Health and Environmental Concerns Mount After Ohio Train Derailment

EAST PALESTINE, Ohio – A train carrying hazardous materials heading from Pennsylvania to Illinois derailed in early February, causing a major fire and alarm over a possible imminent explosion. The situation has locals worried, despite reassurances from officials after chemicals were released during the controlled burn of derailed train cars….

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Why Does a Lawsuit Take So Long?

While some personal injury cases are resolved through an insurance settlement, some cases do proceed to trial. Concluding a lawsuit can be a lengthy process, so it is important that you understand what to expect and speak with a Chicago personal injury lawyer who can help resolve your case as…

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What is Chicago’s Most Dangerous Bike Lane?

With close to 300 miles of bike lanes and bike-share services like Divvy providing inexpensive rental bikes to riders, Chicago has become a haven for cyclists. Add to that the fact that cyclists can quickly get around the city without paying expensive parking fees, and it’s clear why the number…

Amusement Park Malfunctions

Amusement Park Malfunctions

Fourteen people recently died on a crash in a sightseeing cable car in Italy, according to news reports. Police arrested three people after learning the tragedy occurred after workers placed a clamp on the emergency brake to deactivate it as part of a patchwork repair. The brake was engaging when…