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Illinois Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

What To Know About The Sunbeam (Oster) French Door Countertop Oven Recall
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

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…

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What Evidence Do You Need for a Personal Injury Claim?
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

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…

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What To Do When Insurance Denies a Car Accident Claim Because the Other Driver Hid They Were Driving for a Rideshare Company
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

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…

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When A Public Walkway Fall Becomes Grounds For An Injury Case
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

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…

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How To Collect Evidence After Being Injured In A Drunk Driving Accident
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

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,…

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What Consumers Should Know About The Anker Power Bank Recall
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

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…

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The Serious Nature of Pedestrian Accidents on Highways
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

Pedestrian accidents on highways are among the most devastating types of traffic collisions. When a person on foot is struck by a vehicle traveling at highway speeds, the chances of severe injury or death are very high. In this blog, we explain where and why these collisions happen, who is most at risk, the legal…

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What Happens When a Trucking Company Denies Liability After An Accident
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

When a trucking company denies liability following an accident, it means that the company (or its insurer) refuses to admit responsibility for the crash, or claims it was not legally at fault. Denying liability can take many forms: the company might assert that the truck driver was not negligent, argue that the accident was caused…

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Do You Need A License To Drive An E-Scooter In Illinois?
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

Electric scooters (e-scooters) have exploded in popularity across Illinois cities and suburbs. They’re convenient, cheap, and in many places faster than walking, but the laws and safety picture have changed recently, and injuries from e-scooter accidents are rising nationwide. In this blog, we explain the current Illinois rules about licensing and age, where local governments…

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Are Illinois Highways More Dangerous Than City Streets For Car Accidents?
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

When it comes to comparing the danger of car accidents posed by Illinois highways vs. city streets, the question isn’t as simple as “yes” or “no.” Different types of roads pose different risks, and crash severity, traffic volume, speed, and emergency response all influence how likely a crash is to be fatal or result in…

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