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What Chicago Dog Bite Victims Need to Know About Breed Exclusions and Home Insurance

abril 20, 2026

Picture enjoying a sunny afternoon in Chicago, when a dog bites you out of nowhere. Suddenly, you’re in the ER, facing expensive medical bills you didn’t plan for and wondering who is going to be responsible…

The Cost of Care: Exploring Medical Malpractice Claims and Payouts in Chicago

abril 13, 2026

Medical malpractice has a curious history. At the founding of the United States, lawsuits claiming medical malpractice were almost nonexistent. When a rare case did appear, it usually focused on professional ethics violations or involved the…

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Cambio de la norma sobre indemnización por homicidio culposo en el Illinois

31 de enero de 2024

En este episodio de Chicago Alerta de Lesiones, nos fijamos en un cambio de ley en Illinois que permite a los demandantes a pedir daños punitivos en los casos de muerte por negligencia.

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What Every Driver Should Know: How Your Actions Can Impact Truck Safety and Your Legal Options After an Accident

When a commercial truck crashes, the first place most people look is the truck’s driver. Commercial truck driver error can and does cause crashes. Yet truck drivers aren’t the only ...

Understanding Your Rights After a Hit and Run Car Accident in Aurora, IL

Home to approximately 200,000 residents, Aurora is one of the largest cities in Illinois and offers a vibrant community, including popular landmarks such as the Paramount Theatre and Millennium Plaza. ...

Chicago High School Zone Speed Cameras and Child Safety Zones: What Families Should Know

Chicago city data shows that 5,159,847 violations were recorded in Child Safety Zones from July 1, 2014, through the most recent available date. Many Chicagoans are eagerly awaiting spring, but ...

2026 New Law Update: What Chicago Drivers Should Know About Roadside Crashes

Illinois’ Scott’s Law, also known as the "Move Over Law," officially took effect on February 1, 2002. Recent updates have further expanded the law to protect road crews and pedestrians. As ...

New Law Expands Definition of Bicycles in Illinois

Illinois recently passed a law that expands and clarifies what constitutes a "bicycle" under state rules. The new law includes some low-speed e-bikes and tricycles. The change came after government ...

Navigating Auto Accidents in Franklin Park: How a Local Law Firm Can Help You Secure Justice

Nobody expects to end up in the ER while driving through Franklin Park. One moment you’re traveling down Grand Avenue or merging near Mannheim Road, and the next you’re dealing ...

Secondary Crashes on Chicago Expressways

Serious crashes can result in a mix of emotions and leave victims shaken, injured, and distraught, trying to make sense of what happened. However, secondary impacts can turn a bad ...

Holiday Shopping, Snow, and Storefront Falls in Chicago

As the holidays approach, many shoppers might experience crowded sidewalks, icy parking lots, and slushy storefronts. These types of conditions create more than discomfort and inconvenience. These preventable situations can ...

Paul Greenberg and Gavin Pearlman Spread Holiday Cheer at WGN’s Annual Toy Drive

The holiday season has a way of bringing people together around what matters most: kindness, generosity, and community. This morning, Briskman Law's Paul Greenberg and Gavin Pearlman were proud to ...

Holiday Road Trips And Vehicle Recalls: What Chicago Drivers Need To Know Before A Serious Crash

As the holidays approach, Chicago drivers should feel festive, not frightened. However, recent recalls show how quickly a defect can turn a routine drive into an emergency. Honda recently announced ...