Articles Posted in personal injury

When families entrust a nursing home to care for their loved ones, they assume that the facility will provide safe, professional, and compassionate care. However, determining exactly who is responsible for that care—and who can be held accountable when things go wrong—can be complicated. Multiple individuals and entities, including owners, operators, licensees, administrators, physicians, and…

If you’re a plaintiff in a personal injury case, the deposition stage can feel intimidating. A deposition, often described as a “question-and-answer session under oath,” allows the opposing side’s attorneys to dig into the details of your case. Under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 212, deposition questions can cover a broad range of topics as long…

Every year, thousands of car crashes occur here in Illinois. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were over 6 million reported crashes in a recent year, resulting in hundreds of thousands of injuries and tens of thousands of fatalities. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) reports that over 300,000 vehicle crashes…

Slip and fall accidents often result in severe injuries, but not every accident leads to a viable legal claim. A central question in these cases is whether the fall occurred due to a hazardous condition that the property owner should have addressed. Understanding what defines a hazardous condition is key to determining liability in a…

Truck accidents are among the most devastating types of collisions on America’s roadways, often resulting in catastrophic injuries or fatalities. When a fatal truck accident occurs, determining the cause and establishing liability is rarely straightforward. These cases require extensive technical knowledge, meticulous analysis, and the ability to interpret complex evidence. In these situations, expert witnesses…

Choosing a long-term care facility for a loved one is a decision that carries profound emotional and practical implications. Families trust these facilities to provide compassionate, personalized care tailored to their loved one’s needs. Central to this process is the pre-admission evaluation – a critical step that ensures a nursing home can safely meet the…

When someone is injured in a car accident, the process of resolving the claim is typically straightforward. Defendants exchange insurance information, cooperate with investigators, and often express concern or regret. But when a dog bite occurs, dog owners can behave in ways that seem strange—denying responsibility, avoiding accountability, or refusing to cooperate. For victims, this…

Tesla has revolutionized the automotive industry with its sleek electric vehicles (EVs), groundbreaking technology, and a promise of a sustainable future. However, the cutting-edge nature of Tesla’s vehicles has also brought scrutiny, particularly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The NHTSA has launched several investigations into Tesla’s vehicles and their advanced features, including…

The aftermath of any collision can be devastating, but when it comes to truck accidents, the stakes are significantly higher. While car accidents are more common, trucking accidents differ in several key ways, including the extent of damages, the complexity of legal claims, and the unique regulatory framework surrounding commercial trucks. Understanding these differences is…

When you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, securing a personal injury settlement can provide much-needed financial relief. However, if you’re one of the millions of Americans who rely on Medicaid for healthcare, receiving a settlement could raise important questions about your eligibility for benefits. Medicaid is a needs-based program, meaning that your income…