Personal Injury

If you or a loved one gets hurt on vacation in Chicago, various parties could be legally responsible under Illinois premises liability law, including hotel management, staff, and Airbnb hosts who fail to create and maintain a safe environment for occupants.

When sidewalks become slip & fall traps, they may injure pedestrians and others who could hold the city accountable through a municipal negligence claim. For example, uneven walkways can cause injuries, especially for older adults and people with disabilities. Service requests from residents, city work orders, and inspection or maintenance records are some types of evidence you can use to

Multiple parties can be liable for injuries caused by overcrowding at Chicago events. For example, event organizers, venue owners, and security companies can all play a direct role in how and why someone got hurt.

Tourist injuries in Chicago can happen in many ways, from rental car crashes to slip-and-fall accidents at top attractions. They even include incidents on cruise ships departing the city. As a visitor, unfamiliarity with the area can make you more vulnerable, so it is important to understand your legal rights.

The main difference between criminal charges and civil claims for sexual assault in Chicago, Illinois, lies in the initiator and goal of the two distinct proceedings. The state’s prosecution office initiates criminal proceedings against the perpetrator with the aim of imposing punishment. The punishment can be in the form of fines, jail time, probation, or

When it comes to slip and falls at big box stores like Walmart or Target, figuring out who’s responsible for your injuries is not always straightforward. These large retailers are legally obligated to keep their stores reasonably safe for shoppers, but proving liability often depends on whether the store knew—or should have known—about a dangerous condition like a wet floor,

How courts in Illinois value personal injury cases varies from situation to situation. There isn’t a universal formula to determine the value of your case, as every instance comes with its own specific details. However, understanding the factors that influence compensation can help you get a clearer picture of what you might be able to recover. When it comes to

A wrong-way crash on I-57 in Markham left an Illinois State Police trooper and two individuals hospitalized with serious injuries after a high-speed, head-on collision involving a vehicle fleeing police. The crash occurred just after midnight near the 159th Street exit, and has since resulted in multiple felony charges.

Many victims can sue after a sexual assault in Illinois. The belief often exists that all sexual misconduct incidents can only be processed through the criminal justice system. The truth, however, is that various state laws allow you to bring a civil lawsuit against the perpetrator or an entity whose negligence resulted in your assault. A successful civil lawsuit can