Motor Vehicle Accidents
Personal Injury
Wrongful Death
Work Accidents
Construction Accidents
Products Liability
Construction is big business in this country and provides millions of jobs. According to the CDC, the number of construction jobs in the U.S. rose 25 percent from 2011-19. Whether in the Chicago area or the rest of the country, working construction helps millions of...
Drowsy driving poses a safety issue to drivers across the board. But for truckers, it poses an even bigger problem. Why is it such a frequent issue in the trucking industry, and what exactly makes it such a huge danger? Drowsiness in trucking The CDC discusses the...
If you are like most Americans, you commute to work every day. While a minor fender-bender might make you late for your job, a more serious car accident can ruin your budget. That is, a motor vehicle collision is likely to negatively affect your financial well-being....
Experiencing a slip-and-fall accident at a friend's house can be an awkward and uncomfortable situation, particularly when it comes to addressing potential injuries and determining liability. However, it is important to take the appropriate steps to protect your...
Truck drivers spend days on the road driving. They often work under strict deadlines and high demand. To help combat fatigue and ensure drivers are only on the road when they are in good mental shape, the government put hours-of-service regulations in place. These...
The hard hats workers wear today are mainly unchanged since the 1960s. There may have been comfort upgrades but the basic safety standards are the same. While the current hard hats do a good job, they could use some improvements. The technology available now could...
If you sustained an injury because of another person’s negligence or carelessness, you might have decided to pursue a personal injury lawsuit. If this is the case, know that your case is likely to end in a settlement. Settlements fall into one of two categories:...
Porch collapses can result in serious injuries. If the property owner does not take proper precautions to ensure the safety of visitors and tenants, you may be able to hold him or her accountable for an accident. Many people underestimate the seriousness of what a...
If you have a premises liability case, it is imperative to not delay bringing it to court. You do not have all the time in the world to make your case because of state-set time limits. The time limit on how long you have to bring a case to court is the statute of...
One way the government seeks to help keep you safe from faulty products is through recalls. Many times, these are voluntarily done by manufacturers, but they may also be mandated by the government. In any case, recalls can help you to know if a product is dangerous....