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What Evidence Is Crucial in a Truck Accident Lawsuit?

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.
Car after a collision with a heavy truck. What evidence is crucial in a truck accident lawsuit

Can I Sue the Trucking Company for Negligent Hiring or Training?

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
Semi truck in motion. Semi track speeding on the highway. sue the trucking company for negligent hiring

$2 Million Verdict Awarded to Teen Who Suffered Birth Injuries as an Infant

A Peoria County teenager was recently successful in a birth injury lawsuit against a pediatric surgeon who caused her serious injury more than a decade ago. Although treating infants comes with challenges, parents often have the expectation that physicians will do all they can to appropriately treat their babies. Harm occurring during such care can have lasting effects, physically, emotionally,
Sick baby with brain injury sleeping in NICU bed with oxygen monitor and head bandages. Birth Injuries
Did You Know?
  • 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.

Can I Sue the Truck Driver and the Trucking Company in Chicago?

One of the biggest questions of truck accident victims is: Can I sue the truck driver and the trucking company? In many cases, you can. Truck drivers and trucking companies owe a duty of care to other road users and can be held responsible for injuries and damages if their actions cause or contribute to a crash. Nevertheless, your ability
Damaged tire. Young truck driver is with his vehicle at daytime. Can I sue the truck driver and the trucking company

Chicago, IL – Palmer Candy co. Recall Upgraded Due to Salmonella Risk

Chicago, IL (August 15th, 2024) - On May 6th, 2024, Iowa based company Palmer Candy Co. issued a voluntary recall of several of their products due to the risk of Salmonella contamination. Last week, the FDA upgraded this recall to a class 1 level due to the reasonable probability that use of, or exposure to, the product could cause severe
Warning sign about product recall.

Laborer Who Fell From Scissor Lift Wins Arbitration Decision

Ankin Law attorney, Scott Goldstein worked with a Chicago area laborer to secure a favorable ruling in arbitration. The injured worker was employed as a laborer whose job duties included demolition, drywall, and picking up trash which he described as “physical” work. On the day of the accident he was working on a scissor lift

Chicago, IL- Traces of Milk Prompts Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Recall

Chicago, IL (August 7th, 2024) - Yummy Foods, located in Edison, NJ, has issued a recall on Yummy Swirly Ices products due to traces of milk being found in these non-dairy dessert products. Individuals suffering from milk allergies or severe sensitivities should avoid these products for the time being. Consuming them may cause a severe or even life-threatening reaction. The
Different flavors of ice scream in a cone.
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