Illinois Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

Every year, millions of Americans walk away from car accidents feeling shaken but seemingly unharmed. They decline ambulances at the scene, skip emergency room visits, and spend the next few days convincing themselves the soreness will fade. Then the pain intensifies, the headaches don’t stop, and what seemed like a minor fender-bender turns into a…

Electric bicycles and e-scooters have rapidly transformed the way people travel throughout Illinois. From neighborhood streets and park trails to downtown business districts, these vehicles have become increasingly popular among adults and teenagers alike. Unfortunately, their popularity has also been accompanied by a sharp rise in crashes, serious injuries, and fatalities involving riders and pedestrians.…

Airbags were designed to save lives and they do. Over a 30-year span, frontal airbags have been credited with at least 50,000 documented life-saving deployments. But there is a side of airbags rarely discussed in vehicle safety campaigns: the very mechanism engineered to protect you can, under the wrong conditions, cause serious brain injury in…

Farmers markets have become a staple of communities throughout Illinois and across the country, offering fresh produce, artisan products, prepared foods, and a unique shopping experience. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the number of farmers markets in the United States grew dramatically from approximately 1,755 in 1994 to nearly 8,800 by 2019, reflecting…

High-speed car accidents often leave victims with catastrophic injuries that can affect every aspect of their lives. The tremendous forces generated in collisions at highway speeds can overwhelm even modern vehicle safety systems, resulting in serious trauma to the brain, spine, internal organs, and musculoskeletal system. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA),…

Motorcycling continues to grow in popularity among women across the United States. According to the Motorcycle Industry Council, women now account for approximately 19% of motorcycle owners, a significant increase from just 6% in 1990. As more women take to the road on motorcycles, they also face the same dangers associated with riding, along with…

Electric bicycles (e-bikes) have exploded in popularity across Illinois in recent years. From commuters using e-bikes to avoid traffic to teenagers riding high-powered electric bikes for recreation, these vehicles have become a common sight on roads, bike paths, and sidewalks throughout the state. While e-bikes offer convenience, affordability, and environmental benefits, they have also created…

Being involved in a car accident is stressful for anyone. When a language barrier prevents you from communicating with the responding police officer, the situation can become even more overwhelming. Unfortunately, many individuals with limited English proficiency find themselves in this position after a crash. Important details may be omitted from the police report, the…

A concussion is one of the most common injuries resulting from car accidents, falls, sports injuries, workplace incidents, and other traumatic events. Yet many people are surprised to learn that even when they are suffering from serious concussion symptoms, their MRI or CT scan may appear completely normal. After a head injury, patients often visit…

At John J. Malm & Associates, our mission has always been simple: provide exceptional legal representation to injured individuals and families throughout Illinois while treating every client with the compassion, respect, and attention they deserve. We are honored to announce that our firm has been selected as a Best of 2026 Personal Injury Attorney by…