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Cell Phone Use and Distracted Driving Accidents
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 a brief glance away from the road to check a text…
Injured Due to Inadequate Lighting
If you suffer injuries due to inadequate lighting on someone else’s property, you may be able to sue the owner under the legal doctrine of premises liability. Premises liability refers to situations in which a property owner or manager can be held liable for known or expected hazards that result…
Four Elements of Negligence in Nursing
Nurses, like other medical professionals, can be liable for injuries or complications their patients suffer as a result of their negligent care. To establish this legal liability, an injured patient must show that the nurse’s behavior involved the four legal elements of negligence. If successful in doing so, they can…
Car Accident Settlement Timeline
If you suffered injuries in a motor vehicle collision, you may wonder, “Why is my settlement taking so long?” The car accident settlement process can be complex, and many factors can affect a claim and the timeline for recovering payment. Having an experienced car accident lawyer on your side can…
7 people injured after ambulance and CTA bus crash in South Loop
CHICAGO (June 19, 2025) – A private ambulance crashed into a CTA bus in South Loop on Tuesday morning. The crash occurred around 10:15 a.m. with both vehicles traveling south on the 1100 block of South Michigan Avenue and East Roosevelt Road, WGN-9 reports. The Chicago Transit Authority bus headed southbound…
Sue for a Faulty Pacemaker
Many people have pacemakers implanted to help regulate their heartbeat. However, implantation of a faulty pacemaker or errors during the surgical procedure can cause a person to suffer serious medical complications. A second surgery may be required to correct issues with a pacemaker, or the errors can put a person…
Spinal Cord Stimulator Misplacement
Life with chronic pain can be agony, and spinal cord stimulators are a popular treatment for those looking for pain relief. Unfortunately, doctors or other healthcare professionals sometimes make mistakes when installing these devices, creating more pain and additional complications for already struggling patients. A spinal stimulator lawsuit can help…
House Bill addressing maternal healthcare deserts passes Illinois Senate
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (June 10, 2025) – After receiving a unanimous House vote in April, the Illinois Senate passed House Bill 2688 in a 51-7 vote, expanding the capabilities of certified nurse midwives to address the issue of maternity healthcare deserts. WAND-TV reports if passed by Governor JB Pritzker, House Bill 2688…
Who’s Liable in a Self-Driving Car Accident?
As self-driving features become increasingly common in new vehicles, the rate of motor vehicle collisions involving self-driving cars is only going to rise. This raises a critical question: Who bears self-driving car accident liability? The answer will depend on factors such as the cause of the collision and whether the…
How to Find Witnesses for a Car Accident
Whether the fault lies with another driver, an automaker, an employer, or someone else, proving they caused a car accident requires compelling evidence. Testimony from credible witnesses can bolster your case by providing details on what happened from a neutral perspective. But how do you find a quality witness in…
