Five Common Injuries that Occur in Auto Accidents

Anytime a worker suffers a significant on the job injury or work related illness that results in lost time from work, medical treatment beyond first aid, loss of consciousness, transfer to another job, restricted work or death, employers are required to notify the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in a timely manner. While serious […]

Just as the news highlights the massive increase in air travel during the summer months, the same can be expected of traveling by vehicle. This undoubtedly means more accidents on the road and more injuries as a natural result of those car accidents. Calvin Harris’ terrifying car accident this past weekend is a clear reminder […]

Hiding beneath the surface of the skin, soft tissue injuries create long-term health problems for victims of car accidents that can rob people of their ability to perform ordinary tasks. A personal injury attorney is necessary to fight for compensation for these unseen injuries.

Chronic traumatic encephalopathy is difficult to diagnose, and victims may fail to take precautionary measures to reduce the risk of aggravating the condition. These chronic brain injuries have taken high-profile status as the number of professional athletes who suffer from this condition continues to grow. Unfortunately, many of those who suffer from this condition do […]

In 2011, Illinois passed reforms to workers’ compensation to bring down the costs and it appears to have worked. Rates are down 24 percent, however this has not translated into measurable savings for workers. Workers gave up valuable rights in the 2011 reform in order to lower costs. In return insurance companies would be more transparent […]

Injuries from overexertion and misuse of equipment at the gym are fairly common, but sometimes, a fitness center is to blame for a person’s suffering. In many cases, liability waivers come into play in lawsuits against gyms, and may impact the outcome of a case.

High temperatures and low gas prices contributed to a rise in the number of boaters on area lakes in recent years, and the number of boating related accidents increased accordingly. Victims of boating accidents sought an injury attorney in dozens of incidents in 2015, seeking compensation for damages to their vehicles and for personal injuries.

Over the past several years, hoverboards have become extremely popular mobile devices, especially with people between 20 and 30 years old. In 2015, these self-balancing scooters with motors powered by lithium-ion batteries topped the most popular Christmas gift list. In Illinois, they are posing increased risks of injury from severe burns and traumatic head injuries […]

Accidents that are attributed to slips, trips, and falls are more common than many Americans realize. According to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI), fall accidents are the leading cause of injuries that result in hospital emergency room visits, accounting for more than eight million emergency room visits each year in the United States, with […]