Personal Injury

Bumbo Urged to Recall its Popular Baby Seats

Bumbo – the popular baby seat known for its comfortable design, quirky shape, and its ability to allow infants to sit in a chair at a very young age – may soon be a thing of the past. A popular baby shower gift or pass-down item, there have been approximately 3.85 million Bumbo seats sold

Who to Sue After an Elevator Accident

Following an elevator accident and resulting injuries, you may be able to sue various parties who contributed to the accident, including property owners, maintenance companies, and elevator manufacturers. You may do so through a personal injury lawsuit that proves how one or more of these parties’ negligence led to an accident and subsequent damages. Knowing who

Can I File a Personal Injury Claim for Pesticide Poisoning?

You can file a personal injury claim for pesticide poisoning under the theory of product liability if you have been injured as a result of a pesticide manufacturer or seller’s actions. Examples include when a manufacturer does not provide sufficient safety warnings with a pesticide or does not properly test pesticides before sending them to

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.

Fireworks Accident and Injury Statistics

Fireworks accident and injury statistics reveal a nationwide increase in deaths and injuries from fireworks. According to a staff report issued by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, injuries and deaths from fireworks increased by 25% from 2016 to 2021. Likewise, the Centers for Disease Control reports that over 11,500 people suffered injuries because

Why Do Insurance Companies Deny Proton Therapy?

Insurance companies deny proton therapy in some cases, often claiming that it’s an elective procedure that’s unnecessary or is simply experimental. This decision can significantly impact patients who need this therapy to help treat cancer.  If an insurance company denies coverage for proton therapy when you need it most, you may be able to fight

How Much Is a Spinal Cord Injury Lawsuit Worth?

How much is a spinal cord injury lawsuit worth? The value of a spinal cord injury lawsuit often comes down to the extent the defendant is at fault and the severity of the injury. Spinal cord lawsuits are sometimes worth five to six figures but may go into the millions of dollars in extraordinary circumstances. Compensable damages

Can You Sue a Restaurant for Food Poisoning?

You can sue a restaurant for food poisoning if your illness was caused by the negligent actions of the business or one of its employees. Unfortunately, proving negligence in a food poisoning lawsuit is often difficult. To establish that the restaurant was negligent, you must provide evidence that demonstrates that the other party’s act or

What Is a Broken Shoulder Worth in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

If you have suffered a shoulder fracture because of someone else’s carelessness or recklessness, you may wonder, “What is a broken shoulder worth in a personal injury lawsuit?” Shoulder injury verdicts are close to $100,000 on average. However, the worth of your broken shoulder in a claim or lawsuit could span a wide range depending

What Is the Average Soft Tissue Injury Settlement in Illinois?

Soft tissue injury settlements average around $10,000 to $20,000, but settlement amounts can be significantly higher in certain cases. To determine how much a case is worth when soft tissue injuries factor into it, it’s important to understand what these injuries are and how they can impact a case. What Are Soft Tissue Injuries? A