Posted on October 17, 2022 in Workers' Compensation

Work-related injuries can happen in any profession. Construction jobs and other professions involving manual labor are typically thought of as the most dangerous types of jobs. However, even someone working at a computer in an office chair may suffer a work injury.

Many work-related injuries are caused by sudden accidents. However, some injuries occur over time. These are called cumulative trauma injuries or repetitive stress injuries. Examples of cumulative trauma injuries include carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, and bursitis.

Cumulative trauma injuries often happen to workers who perform the same type of motion over and over again during their shifts. For example, someone who types all day may develop carpal tunnel syndrome. Or someone who works on an assembly line and twists his or her body the same way to reach for tools may suffer from tendonitis.

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 Posted on October 11, 2022 in Personal Injury

Our eyes are some of the most important organs in our body. They allow us to see and experience the world around us. When they are damaged, it can be a deeply traumatizing experience. Individuals who suffer vision loss because of another party's careless, irresponsible, or malicious actions may be able to take legal action against that party. 

If you or someone you love has suffered vision loss or blindness in an accident, you may be able to pursue justice and financial compensation for damages through a personal injury lawsuit. In this blog post, we will discuss the basics of personal injury law in cases involving vision loss or blindness. For guidance specific to your particular situation, contact an experienced personal injury lawyer who can help you navigate these complex legal waters.

Vision Loss Caused by Negligence or Wrongdoing 

Illinois law allows people to pursue compensation for damages caused by another party's negligent or wrongful actions. Vision loss may stem from an: 

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 Posted on September 29, 2022 in Slip and Fall

While slip-and-fall injuries may not sound exceedingly serious, these events can have detrimental legal consequences if the injury was caused by the negligence or irresponsibility of a property owner. For example, in Illinois, the Premises Liability Act states that property owners are obliged to both proprietors and guests to keep them safe from all foreseeable hazards. Furthermore, property owners must be held accountable for ensuring their property is hazard-free. 

Suffering from an injury, regardless of circumstance, can be a scary and overwhelming time for anyone. If you or someone you love injured themselves due to what you believe to be another party's negligence, consider contacting an experienced personal injury attorney familiar with Illinois Premises Liability Act. Pursuing legal action may result in you receiving compensation for your injury.

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 Posted on September 24, 2022 in Catastrophic Injuries

You are driving down a picturesque road in DuPage County when suddenly you are struck head-on by another vehicle. Waking up in the emergency room, the doctor informs you that you have suffered a spinal cord injury and may never walk again. Your very existence has been upended instantly, with life as you knew it irrevocably shattered. 

Catastrophic injuries from a car accident involving the neck and spinal cord are amongst the most severe injuries someone can experience. During this turbulent and frightening period in your life, it is vital to remember that since you are suffering from a personal injury, you may be entitled to financial compensation if another party's negligence caused your accident. This compensation may be related to your pain and suffering, medical bills relating to your accident, and lost wages because of the accident. 

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 Posted on September 18, 2022 in Workers' Compensation

When someone falls and breaks their arm, the extent of the injury is usually apparent immediately. An x-ray can further assess the damage. From there, the patient undergoes surgery, rehabilitation, and other medical treatments needed to heal the broken arm. 

Unfortunately, head injuries are much more elusive.  The brain is a complex organ, and even doctors have difficulty assessing the full extent of an injury. That’s why it’s important to seek immediate medical attention after sustaining any kind of blow to the head, even if you don’t feel like you’re injured. Head injuries and brain injuries can also cause a wide range of symptoms, including many that are difficult if not impossible to prove with a CT scan, X-ray, or similar diagnostic test.

If you suffered a head or brain injury at work while conducting work duties, you may be entitled to financial reimbursement through workers' compensation. However, the process of getting the compensation you need may be challenging.

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 Posted on September 09, 2022 in Personal Injury

Most people do not think about how often they use their shoulders until an injury limits their use. Everything from driving a car to household chores like dusting requires the use of our shoulders. When an individual suffers a shoulder injury such as a torn rotator cuff, it can impact nearly every aspect of their lives.

Rotator cuff injuries are usually the result of sudden force to the upper body. Car accidents, falls, and work-related accidents are some of the most common causes of rotator cuff injuries. If another party's reckless or irresponsible actions cause someone to suffer a rotator cuff injury, that party may be required to pay monetary compensation.

Liability for a Serious Shoulder Injury

A rotator cuff injury can cause a great deal of pain and may limit the range of motion in the shoulder. In some cases, surgery may be required to repair the damage. The victim may need months or years of physical therapy. The cost of medical treatment, lost wages, and other damages can be significant.

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 Posted on August 29, 2022 in Personal Injury

Being the victim of a robbery, assault, battery, sexual assault, or another violent crime is something that can change your life forever. The immediate physical injuries resulting from the attack are often just the beginning. Many people suffer from lingering psychological, emotional, and personal consequences for years or decades after the attack. They have trouble working or even completing everyday tasks like running errands. Many are consumed by fear and anxiety.

When a business's failure to provide adequate security leads to an avoidable attack, the business may be liable for damages.  If you were injured in a violent attack, you may be able to seek financial reimbursement for your medical bills, pain and suffering, and more through a personal injury lawsuit. To learn more about when a business may be held liable for an assault, contact a personal injury attorney.

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 Posted on August 23, 2022 in Car Accidents

Side-impact crashes or “T-bone” accidents often occur at intersections. One driver may run a red light or stop sign and collide with the vehicle traveling in the perpendicular direction. Alternatively, a driver may lose control on a multiple-lane highway and cause a side impact collision.  The results of T-bone accidents can be catastrophic. The vehicle may become pinned against a guardrail or flip over. Vehicle occupants can be trapped inside the car and unable to get out.

If you or a loved one were injured in a T-bone accident, you may be able to take legal action against the at-fault party and recover compensation.

Liability for a T-bone Collision

Many T-bone accidents are caused by negligent driving such as:

• Speeding
• Distracted driving
• Driving while intoxicated by drugs or alcohol

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 Posted on August 14, 2022 in Workers' Compensation

Work accidents and injuries happen every day in the United States. Some are as minor as a skinned knee or bruise. Other work injuries lead to long-term or permanent impairment. In Illinois, workers’ compensation is required. Employers with one or more employees must carry workers’ compensation insurance which is used to reimburse injured employees for lost wages and medical bills.

If you were hurt in a work-related incident, it is important to know your rights. If your injuries have reduced your ability to work or forced you to take a lesser-paying position, you may be entitled to compensation for lost earning capacity.

Diminished Earning Capacity Caused by Serious Injury

Whether your profession involves physical labor, computer skills, or other abilities, a work injury can reduce your ability to perform your job. Many people who suffer serious work injuries cannot return to their previous line of work. Employers may be unable or unwilling to provide the accommodations and injured worker needs to perform his or her job adequately. Some injured workers must make a significant career change while others are forced to reduce the number of hours they work or take on fewer responsibilities. These changes can have a direct financial impact on the injured worker and his or her family.

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 Posted on August 09, 2022 in Personal Injury

Illinois law allows people to file an injury claim or lawsuit against a party if that party’s actions caused them harm. Through a personal injury claim, individuals hurt in a car crash, commercial truck wreck, construction accident, slip and fall, or other incidents may be able to recover financial compensation for their damages.

Bringing a winning injury claim and recovering monetary damages is no easy task. Insurance companies will fight tooth and nail to avoid paying injured parties what they need and deserve. You will need a powerful claim backed by persuasive evidence to be successful.

Types of Evidence in a Personal Injury Case

Personal injury claims allow injured parties to seek financial restitution and justice after an injury. The types of evidence you will need to win your case depends on the unique circumstances of the accident that led to your injury.

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