You may be entitled to financial compensation if the truck driver was operating under the influence of drugs or alcohol during a crash that left you with serious injuries. Liability will rest on the truck driver for choosing to drive while impaired and eventually contributing to an accident. Liability may also spread to the trucking
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On a sunny, warm late summer evening, many from Ankin Law put on their running shoes to support a very worthy cause. Once again, the firm was a major sponsor of Race Judicata in Lincoln Park to benefit the Chicago Voluntary Legal Services. A number of employees took part in the event, either running the
“Can I reopen a car accident case?” is a common question among people who’ve settled their cases. In most situations, you can’t reopen a car accident case after signing a settlement agreement. There are limited circumstances where you can reopen your case or file another legal claim, such as when there’s crucial new evidence, a technical error, contract breach, fraudulent

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- If you are injured at work you may be able to recover compensation through a workers’ compensation claim as well as by filing a personal injury claim against responsible third parties.
- A signed liability waiver may not be enough to bar your personal injury claim if willful acts or negligence caused your injuries.
- Some SSDI claims qualify for expedited processing, allowing claimants to obtain approval in a matter of days or weeks.
A passion that developed on the diamond of another sport in the suburbs has now helped him reach the pinnacle of baseball in Chicago. “Naperville Nicky” Lopez is in his first season with the White Sox and his sixth in Major League Baseball. It’s also the first year which the fielder, who primarily plays second
Federal regulations affect all aspects of truck accident lawsuits in Chicago, Illinois, from liability determination to the amount of recoverable damages. These regulations govern trucking company operations, driver conduct, cargo loading, and motor vehicle maintenance. Knowing and carefully navigating these rules can help you build a robust case that establishes the liability of all the involved parties and obtains maximum
You may have grounds to sue for pain and suffering after a truck accident in Chicago, Illinois if you experienced or continue to experience physical discomfort, psychological distress, and emotional turmoil because of that accident. Quality evidence and effective legal representation can help you receive sufficient pain and suffering damages for these intangible losses. Various factors will affect the value
Signing a waiver or consent form before a medical treatment or surgical procedure may or may not impact your legal right to file a medical malpractice lawsuit if something goes wrong. Generally, an informed consent lawsuit relies on an assumption of risk defense, which does not hold medical defendants responsible. However, in Illinois, medical waivers are not automatically enforceable, even
There are several key pieces of evidence you will need to succeed with a truck accident lawsuit, including medical records, police reports, witness statements, and photographic evidence, among others. Gathering and organizing this evidence could help you prove the nature of your injuries and the accident, potentially helping you recover compensation from negligent truck drivers or other parties.
You can sue the trucking company for negligent hiring or training if you get injured in an accident caused by an incompetent or dangerous driver. Some examples of negligent hiring or training practices include failing to perform a rigorous background check, not reviewing the driver's training and certification, and not offering sufficient training to drive a truck or secure cargo
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