Category: Personal Injury Law
My child was beaten up on a school bus. What should I do? Who is responsible?
School buses are a common mode of transportation for millions of students across the country. Parents trust that their children will be safe and protected while riding the bus, but unfortunately, this is not always the case. When a studentContinue reading
My Child Is Being Bullied At School. What Can I Do?
Bullying is a major concern for students, parents, and schools alike. It can cause lasting harm to its victims, both physically and emotionally, and it is the responsibility of schools to take action to prevent it. In some cases, schoolsContinue reading
What is a common carrier?
The term “common carrier” refers to a person, company, or entity that offers transportation services to the general public for compensation. This term is commonly used to describe entities such as airlines, trains, buses, taxis, and other forms of publicContinue reading
What is a “dram shop”?
A dram shop is a legal term used to describe a business establishment, such as a bar, tavern, or restaurant, that sells alcoholic beverages. In the context of personal injury law, dram shop refers to a legal cause of actionContinue reading
Top Types of Personal Injury Claims
Personal injury cases cover a wide range of accidents and injuries, but some of the most common include: Slip and fall accidents: Slip and fall accidents can occur in any number of places, including public sidewalks, grocery stores, and residentialContinue reading
Injured in an Accident? You May Need Help from a Personal Injury Lawyer
Injured in an Accident? You May Need Help from a Personal Injury Lawyer When an accident happens, the resulting injuries can be painful and expensive. The shock from the incident, the rising medical and other expenses, and the missed wagesContinue reading
Will My Preexisting Condition Affect My Personal Injury Claim
Will My Preexisting Condition Affect My Personal Injury Claim? Despite taking the necessary precautions at work or on the road, you or our loved one may still get in an accident, resulting in a life-threatening injury. If you ever sufferContinue reading
How Pain and Suffering Are Compensated for in an Illinois Personal Injury Case
How Pain and Suffering Are Compensated for in an Illinois Personal Injury Case Suffering a serious personal injury from being in a car crash can impact the victim’s life far beyond medical bills and lost wages. He/she may be unableContinue reading
Legal Services Are “Essential” Businesses During COVID-19
Legal Services Are “Essential” Businesses During COVID-19 All of us are in difficult times right now. COVID-19 (also known as the Coronavirus) has forced us to learn what quarantine looks like. Most of us are stuck at home. While weContinue reading
Should I Hire A Personal Injury Lawyer?
Almost always yes. A study done several years ago showed that people who had cases where they were represented by a lawyer typically received one third more money than had they represented themselves. This was true even after the lawyerContinue reading