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Road Construction Safety Hazards

It is often said that there are two seasons in Chicago: winter and the road construction season. With several road construction projects underway in and around Chicago, it is important to be aware of various road construction safety hazards such as: Narrower lanes Reduced number of lanes Reduced visibility Cones, barriers, and other obstructions Presence

NCAA Seeks Dismissal of Antitrust Lawsuit

The college football season is in full swing and the NCAA is facing battles both on and off the field. Not only has the NCAA been sued by two sets of plaintiffs in class actions regarding handling of concussions and other head injuries, but it is also involved in an antitrust lawsuit with several current and former

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.

Increasing the Likelihood of a Successful Social Security Disability Application

Before applying for social security disability benefits – whether Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) – there are several things to consider and certain actions you can take to increase the likelihood of receiving social security disability benefits. You can greatly increase the likelihood of receiving social security disability benefits by submitting a complete and thorough application,

Role of Chronic Conditions in Pediatric Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is when a doctor or other medical professional injures a patient due to negligence. When you seek medical care, there is an expectation that you will be treated according to accepted standards of practice. When your care deviates from these standards and results in injury, you may be entitled to compensation for injuries suffered

Inside the Sacred Heart Hospital Investigation

n The Medicare fraud scandal at Chicagou2019s Sacred Heart Hospital continues to shock and horrify, with alarming details about unnecessary medical treatment, substandard health care, and Medicare fraud emerging over the past several weeks. n n n Last month, the owner, a key executive, and five doctors of the hospital were charged with various crimes in connection

Studies Link Zoloft to Birth Defects

Zoloft, an antidepressant used to treat major depression in adult patients, as well as obsessive-compulsive, panic, and social anxiety disorders in both children and adults, has been linked to birth defects in several studies. Zoloft’s manufacturer, Pfizer, has been named in hundreds of lawsuits as a result. As we reported in July 2012, nearly 100 Zoloft

Sacred Heart Hospital Closes Its Doors Amidst Medicare Fraud Charges

Sacred Heart Hospital in Chicago closed its doors earlier this month amidst a massive health care scandal that resulted in charges filed against seven of the hospital’s doctors and executives, including the hospital’s owner. The hospital’s inpatients were transferred to nearby hospitals. Effective May 23, Medicare had decided to suspend payments to the hospital for 180 days. According to Crain’s