Articles Posted in personal injury

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…

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…

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…

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…

Slip and fall injuries at grocery stores can be painful, expensive, and legally complicated. In Illinois, proving negligence in a grocery store slip and fall claim requires showing that the store owed you a duty of care, breached that duty, and that the breach caused your injuries and damages. Below is a practical, step-by-step guide…

Every parent wants to keep their child safe on the road. One common question we hear at our personal injury firm is: when is it okay, and safe, for my child to ride in the front seat? The short answer under Illinois law is: the law sets minimums of when its legally allowed, not necessarily…

At John J. Malm & Associates, our mission has always been clear: to stand up for individuals and families who have been harmed by the negligence of others. We are proud to share that our firm has been honored with the Best of the Best’s Top 10 Personal Injury Law Attorney Award, a recognition that…

Getting hurt while staying at a hotel is shocking, stressful, and sometimes life-changing. Whether you slipped on a wet lobby floor, fell down an unmarked stairway, were bitten by a dog owned by another hotel guest, or were injured by faulty furniture or security failures, you have immediate practical steps to take to protect your…

When you file a personal injury lawsuit, the process doesn’t always lead directly to trial. In fact, most cases are resolved before ever reaching the courtroom. One important step in this process is the pre-trial settlement conference, a meeting designed to help both sides explore resolution without the expense, risk, and stress of a trial.…

Losing a family member in a head-on collision is one of the most sudden and devastating experiences possible. Head-on crashes are disproportionately deadly, and the shock of the moment is often followed by practical, legal, and emotional questions that must be answered while you’re grieving. In this blog, we walk you through immediate steps to…