Personal Injury

Man dies after pit bull attack in Joliet home

April 16, 2021

Dog attacks continue to remain a problem in Illinois. While many incidents are reported in public areas like parks or streets, dog bites can also occur in places that are considered safe and familiar. A 46-year-old…

Owner shoots dogs after they attack teen girl on South Side

April 13, 2021

A 13-year-old girl who was taking out the trash suffered injuries after being bitten by a neighbor’s dogs on the South Side of Chicago. The dogs’ owner fatally shot one of the canines.   The girl…

Illinois construction worker killed in work zone crash

January 15, 2021

A 59-year-old man was fatally struck by a vehicle while working in a construction zone in Gridley, Illinois. He was taken to Advocate BroMenn Medical Center for treatment and died around one hour after the incident.…

Fatal Illinois pedestrian accident serves as important safety reminder

December 15, 2020

News reports recently emerged of two pedestrians dying after they were struck by a vehicle while crossing a busy Illinois highway. The pedestrian accident occurred in Machesney Park in Winnebago County. A car fatally hit a…

Chicago woman in wheelchair killed in hit-and-run pedestrian accident

November 24, 2020

Chicago is known as one of the most walkable cities in the country. Unfortunately, negligent motorists can quickly turn what is meant to be a pleasant stroll or an invigorating jog into a pedestrian accident. Pedestrian…

Personal injury claims: Is it better to settle or go to court?

October 20, 2020

If you are filing a personal injury claim, you may be wondering whether you would be better off negotiating a settlement with the other party or taking the case to trial. There is no straightforward answer…

Pedestrian Dies After Collision Involving Metra Train and Car in Chicago

October 9, 2020

In a recent case, a 19-year-old man died after sustaining serious injuries in an accident that involved a Metra train striking a vehicle. Three car occupants were also severely hurt in the collision, which occurred near…

The difference between negligence and recklessness in a personal injury case

September 4, 2020

Getting hurt due to the actions of another person or entity can turn your life upside down. If you have suffered a personal injury, you may be able to collect compensation for your medical bills and…

How pedestrians can stay safe during the coronavirus crisis

June 16, 2020

Illinois enforced a stay-at-home order for its residents on March 21 to help curb the spread of the novel coronavirus. People are only allowed to leave their homes for essential activities such as grocery shopping or…

Quincy police cite 86-year-old driver in bicycle accident

May 19, 2020

An 86-year-old man was cited for causing an accident between a motorized bicycle and a car in Quincy, Illinois. One person ended up being hospitalized. According to a Quincy police report, Alvah Johnson was cited for…