Each day, Illinois employees risk their safety, and sometimes their lives, performing a variety of tasks that make life more efficient for everyone. The Bureau of Labor Statistics determines a job's fatality rate by calculating the number of fatalities per 100,000...
Illinois motorists need to drive defensively in order to stay safe, and this begins with good planning. Giving yourself plenty of time to get where you are going and familiarity with the weather and route will mean you are not rushing and you have an idea of what to...
Collisions involving large commercial trucks can be especially dangerous for drivers and passengers. While these accidents happen most often on highways, the damage they cause can be significant. The large weight and size of a semi-truck means that the occupants of a...
In Illinois, the survivors can file a wrongful death claim when their loved one dies due to the negligence or intentional act of another person or company. This type of lawsuit seeks damages on behalf of the deceased's estate and can provide much-needed financial...
An Illinois plaintiff has the right to recover prejudgment interest on partial damages that are awarded in a judgment. The interest accumulates on personal injury or wrongful death suits that are caused by the negligent actions of another person. The new terms of a...
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 135 work-related deaths in 2020 around Chicago, Illinois. Work related-deaths in Illinois were down from 2019. The highest number of work-related deaths in Illinois was in 1996 with 262. Nationally, there were 5,333 fatal...
A car accident could leave drivers and passengers suffering from horrible injuries. Tragically, some crash victims might not survive, leaving Illinois families shattered. Often, car accidents result from someone's negligence, meaning any resultant deaths fall on the...
Being involved in a truck accident can change any Illinois resident’s life. You might be left with catastrophic injuries that require continuous care for your lifetime. It’s important to have certain evidence for your truck accident claim. Your vehicle Your vehicle...
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It is common knowledge that many plaintiffs’ firms are primarily comprised of practice areas that include truck accidents, motor vehicle accidents, product liability, medical malpractice, personal injury, worker’s compensation, and nursing home neglect. In the...