Illinois Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

In early September 2025, health officials in Illinois made a sobering determination: two cases of Legionnaires’ disease were linked to a long-term care facility in Bloomingdale. The facility, Alden Valley Ridge Rehabilitation and Health Center, became the focal point of an outbreak investigation after environmental testing traced the presence of Legionella bacteria to its cooling…

When a dog bites, the immediate human reaction is often shock, pain and worry about infection and long-term injury. What many victims find just as upsetting, sometimes more so than the injury itself, is the reaction of the dog’s owner: denial, minimization, defensiveness, or even silence. That lack of remorse is not always about callousness.…

Nursing homes serve as vital care facilities for elderly and disabled individuals who require daily assistance. However, not all facilities uphold the highest standards of care. According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), many nursing homes across the country, including in the Chicago area, have been cited for violations related to patient…

Drive-thru lanes are everywhere, at restaurants, pharmacies, banks, coffee shops, and for many people they’re the epitome of convenience: no parking, quick service, and the ability to stay warm or keep a sleeping child buckled in. That convenience, however, comes with risks that are often overlooked. Car accidents that happen in drive-thru lanes are usually…

Sunbeam Products Inc., under the Oster brand, announced a voluntary recall on September 25, 2025 for more than 1.2 million Oster French Door Countertop Ovens after reports that the oven’s French-style doors can unexpectedly close on users, creating a significant burn hazard. The company and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) say the recall…

When someone else’s negligence causes you harm, pursuing a personal injury claim can help you recover compensation for your medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages. However, the success of your case depends heavily on the strength of the evidence you can present. Without evidence, it becomes your word against the other…

Rideshare driving (Uber, Lyft, and similar services) has made it easy to earn extra income, but it has also created complicated gaps in insurance coverage. When an at-fault driver fails to disclose that they were driving for a rideshare service and their insurer denies a claim, injured people and their lawyers face a tricky legal…

A tumble on a public sidewalk can feel minor in the moment, causing a bruise, a ripped jacket, or a sprained wrist. But sometimes those same trips and fall accidents cause broken bones, head injuries, or long-term disability. Whether a sidewalk, plaza, or curb is truly “public” and who can be held responsible are often…

A drunk driving crash is chaotic, scary, and sometimes life-changing. The actions you take in the hours and days after the collision can make a big difference to your medical recovery and to any insurance claim or lawsuit that follows. In this blog, we walk you through what evidence to collect, how to preserve it,…

The world depends on portable power banks: charging phones, tablets, even laptops when outlets are out of reach. But a recent Anker recall highlights that even the most trusted brands are not immune to serious electrical safety hazards. At John J. Malm & Associates, our experienced team of Illinois product liability attorneys is dedicated to…