Truck crashes pose significant dangers on the road. As you navigate the aftermath of such an incident, it's crucial to understand the risks involved. Here's what you need to know: Size and Weight Disparities: Trucks' size and weight can cause severe damage in crashes, especially to smaller vehicles. This factor often leads to catastrophic injuries. Driver Fatigue and Compliance: Fatigued driving is a common issue among truck drivers, leading to impaired judgment and reaction times. Understanding hours of service regulations is crucial in assessing liability. Maintenance and Equipment: Neglected maintenance…Read More
Car crashes can be overwhelming, but knowing what to do after one is crucial. As a reputable personal injury law firm in Chicago, we're here to guide you through the process. Here are the top 5 steps to take after a car crash: Ensure Safety: Safety is paramount. Move to a safe area, if possible, turn on hazard lights, and call 911 for emergency assistance. Prioritize your safety and that of others involved. Exchange Information: Exchange contact and insurance information with other drivers involved. Gather witness information if possible. This…Read More
Get Info – After an Uber or ridesharing accident, you are almost guaranteed to be in some level of shock. Your brain will have a hard time processing what just happened to you. You will feel surprised, scared, and possibly injured. Nonetheless, it is important to get all the information surrounding the accident. If possible, make sure you find out: Photographs of the scene and of the vehicles in the car accident are incredibly helpful. A few photos from your cell phone can make all the difference in determining liability. Don’t be bashful,…Read More
While the United States-Mexico border might be thousands of miles from Chicago, the topic of immigration is one that hits close to home for Chicagoans. Last week, news broke that families were being separated at the Southern border. Children as young as eight months old were taken from their parents and housed in separate detention camps. A majority of families spoken to in detention centers had fled Mexico to stay safe from the violence. Family detention centers have long been a hidden fixture along the border and now people are…Read More
Chicago is no stranger to test piloting new convenience based start-up companies. From being one of the first cities to use food delivery services like Grubhub and 24/7 laundry lockers like Pressbox, Chicagoans have shown huge interest in these new tech services. LimeBike is the newest start up to move into the Windy City. LimeBike is comparable to Divvy, a rentable bike service already implemented around Chicago. There are two key differences, though: LimeBike offers a lower price and promise to be more easy to use. LimeBike is $1 to…Read More
A recent decision by the Supreme Court means that sports fans will now have more opportunities to place legal bets on sports teams. On Monday, the Supreme Court voted 6-3 to end a 1992 law that deemed sports betting illegal across the United States. This comes on the tail of gambling sites like DraftKings being named illegal as users used it as a personal bookie to gamble on all types of different things. It is estimated that nearly $150 billion is spent each year in illegal gambling, and this recent…Read More
Uninsured motorists are more common than you think. According to a 2016 study, 13.7% of Illinois drivers, or about 1 in 8, were uninsured, ranking the state 18th for most uninsured motorists. Not only are uninsured motorists a threat to you, they are also a threat to themselves. Being involved in an accident without insurance is a huge cost for both parties. Not to mention, it is illegal to drive uninsured. Having uninsured motorist (UM) coverage on your insurance policy is necessary to ensure your physical and financial safety on the road.…Read More
This an an excerpt from the document, “Memorandum Opinion Enforcing Provisions of Sale Order With Respect to the Moore, Et Al. Plaintiffs”. This dispute involves allegedly contaminated groundwater that migrated from property previously owned until July 2009 by General Motors (“Old GM”) and now owned by General Motors LLC (“New GM”) into the water wells of nearby properties that were used by homeowners for drinking water and other normal household uses. The alleged contaminant is sodium chloride (“road salt”), allegedly used in excessive quantities by Old GM and then by…Read More
Uber has announced its plans to change the legal process for sexual assault victims involving employees, drivers, and other riders. Before Tuesday, anybody that alleged sexual assault involving somebody related to Uber, were subject to a lengthy legal process. CNN found in a recent study that at least 103 Uber drivers have been accused of sexually assaulting or harassing their passengers in the past four years. Some of them were arrested and some are still currently wanted by police. The majority are involved in civil suits involving the incident. Previously,…Read More
Check out our recent mention in an article about a case we’ve taken on against General Motors. Click this link to read the full story...Read More
