Personal Injury

In Illinois, if you have suffered a back injury due to someone else's negligence, you may be entitled to compensation, even if you have not undergone surgery.

Navigating Back Injury Claims: Understanding the Possibility of Settlement Without Surgery

October 21, 2024

Back injuries are among the most common and debilitating, significantly impacting individuals’ lives. In Illinois, if you have suffered a back injury due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation, even if you…

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If you've been involved in a pedestrian accident in Chicago, you're not alone. The number of pedestrian accidents has been steadily increasing, making our streets more dangerous than ever.

Chicago Pedestrian Accidents Are on the Rise

July 30, 2024

If you’ve been involved in a pedestrian accident in Chicago, you’re not alone. The number of pedestrian accidents has been steadily increasing, making our streets more dangerous than ever. Understanding the causes, common dangers, and how…

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Distracted driver in Chicago

How Distracted Driving Can Cause Serious Injuries or Fatal Car Accidents

May 15, 2024

Distracted driving is a peril we all face on the road, yet its forms are as varied as they are dangerous. Weaving through traffic with a smartphone in hand, or lost in deep thought about the…

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Milwaukee Avenue, Other Roads Pose Risks for Chicago Bicyclists

Milwaukee Avenue, Other Roads Pose Risks for Chicago Bicyclists

November 8, 2022

Heavy traffic. Narrow lanes and shoulders. A Metra construction project. These hazards raise the risk of a crash for cyclists and pedestrians. On one stretch of Milwaukee Avenue, all three combined creates an even more dangerous…

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Man Who Lost Leg in CTA Bus Crash Receives $3 Million Settlement

Man Who Lost Leg in CTA Bus Crash Receives $3 Million Settlement

September 8, 2022

A man whose leg was amputated after a pedestrian accident involving a bus received a $3 million settlement from the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).   Raymond Baroud, 80, was hit by a right-turning CTA bus on…

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Chicago Residents File Personal Injury Lawsuits Against Developer Over Coal Plant Demolition

Chicago Residents File Personal Injury Lawsuits Against Developer Over Coal Plant Demolition

September 1, 2022

Last year residents of a Chicago neighborhood filed two lawsuits against a property developer in charge of a smokestack demolition at a coal power plant that resulted in thick clouds of dust covering the surrounding area…

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Chicago Attorney Explains What to Expect in a Personal Injury Case

Chicago Attorney Explains What to Expect in a Personal Injury Case

August 25, 2022

Personal injury lawsuits are filed to hold negligent parties accountable for causing injuries to someone. The aim is to compel them to compensate an individual who has been harmed due to their carelessness or wrongdoing. Common…

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What to Do if You Are Involved in a Mass Transit Accident

What to Do if You Are Involved in a Mass Transit Accident

August 5, 2022

Mass transit accidents can be frightening and have the potential to inflict serious injuries on a large number of people. Such accidents can involve train derailments or bus crashes, to name a few. If you or…

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Three steps to remember in case of a bicycle accident

Three steps to remember in case of a bicycle accident

August 2, 2022

Safety is of utmost importance when riding a bicycle. However, accidents can occur no matter how careful you are, whether they are due to road hazards or vehicle collisions. Knowing what to do in the aftermath…

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What to Do After an E-scooter Accident in Chicago

What to Do After an E-scooter Accident in Chicago

July 28, 2022

Electric scooters have had a polarizing effect since they were first introduced to Chicago in June 2019. While people have enjoyed riding scooters as a convenient transportation option, they have also raised safety concerns. E-scooters can…

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