Personal Injury Lawyer Blog in Springfield and Decatur, Illinois

Apr 29, 20222 min read

Determining If Your Injury Qualifies for Workers' Compensation: Advice from a Personal Injury Lawyer

If you suffered an injury during the course of completing your job, you may feel uncertain as to whether or not your ailment qualifies...

Exploring Damages Recovery in Single-Vehicle Accidents: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Apr 20, 20222 min read

AUTO ACCIDENTS

Exploring Damages Recovery in Single-Vehicle Accidents: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Single-vehicle accidents accounted for 53% of fatal crashes in 2019, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. High speeds...

When Can Public Pools Be Held Liable for Injuries? Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Apr 16, 20222 min read

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When Can Public Pools Be Held Liable for Injuries? Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Public pools are a great source of recreation, exercise, and relief from summertime heat. However, unsafe or unsanitary conditions at...

Mar 24, 20222 min read

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE

Understanding Medical Malpractice in Illinois: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Knowing whether you are the victim of medical malpractice is not always cut and dry. You may feel that you received subpar treatment when...

Tips from a Personal Injury Lawyer: How to Minimize Your Risk of a Workplace Injury

Mar 14, 20222 min read

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Tips from a Personal Injury Lawyer: How to Minimize Your Risk of a Workplace Injury

If you work construction or in a factory, chances are your employer provided safety training to you before you officially began working...

Mar 12, 20222 min read

WORKER'S COMPENSATION

Surprising Costs Covered by Workers' Compensation: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

There is always a risk that when you go to work, you will sustain injuries. Workplace accidents can result in disability and other...

Examining America's Five Deadliest Jobs: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Feb 28, 20222 min read

WORKER'S COMPENSATION

Examining America's Five Deadliest Jobs: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Any job can prove dangerous, but some rise above others in terms of accidents and deaths. According to Business Insider, the top five...

Seeking Compensation After a Catastrophic Auto Accident: Guidance from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Feb 16, 20222 min read

AUTO ACCIDENTS

Seeking Compensation After a Catastrophic Auto Accident: Guidance from a Personal Injury Lawyer

A severe auto accident can leave you with significant damages. You will need to pay for medical expenses, replace lost wages and cover...

What to Do if Injured at Work: Advice from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Feb 14, 20222 min read

WORKER'S COMPENSATION

What to Do if Injured at Work: Advice from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Workplace injuries can occur in any job setting. Damages vary widely from catastrophic loss of life or limb to milder pain and discomfort...

Feb 12, 20222 min read

WORKER'S COMPENSATION

Addressing 3 Common Concerns About Workers' Compensation: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Illinois law requires employers to offer workers’ compensation in most cases. Since workplace accidents are not infrequent occurrences,...

Guidance from a Personal Injury Lawyer: 4 Steps to Take After Being Bitten By Someone Else's Dog

Jan 19, 20222 min read

DOG BITES

Guidance from a Personal Injury Lawyer: 4 Steps to Take After Being Bitten By Someone Else's Dog

It can happen when you least expect it, someone’s dog bites you at a park or a gathering in their home. After the initial shock and trip...

Jan 19, 20222 min read

NURSING HOME ABUSE

Spotting Early Warning Signs of Nursing Home Abuse: Insights from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Placing your aging loved one in a nursing home facility is a decision that your family undoubtedly put a lot of thought into. You sought...

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