Police Code of Silence: Is Chicago Liable for Injuries?

Going to the gym can result in a variety of minor and severe injuries, even death, from malfunctioning gym equipment, untrained fitness instructors, and health hazards. Staying Safe at the Gym Injuries in gyms and health clubs are commonly caused by exercise equipment with moving parts, overhead attachments, and heavy weights that malfunction, as well […]

Thanksgiving activities send thousands of people to the emergency room with serious injuries every year. Here’s how to stay safe and keep a trip to the hospital off the menu. Stay Out of the Hospital This Thanksgiving According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), thousands of people end up in hospital emergency […]

Spanish-speaking injury victims need a lawyer who speaks Spanish to ensure accurate communication between between the client and Chicago lawyer. Language Barriers Can Impact a Case When an injury victim only speaks Spanish or limited English, a Spanish-speaking lawyer is essential to ensure accurate communication. A lawyer who speaks both English and Spanish can act […]

The maximum weight load for an apartment balcony is determined by the size of the balcony, the building material used, and the type of structural supports, according to city building code regulations. Balcony Collapse Dangers Chicago building codes enforce minimum and maximum weight loads for balconies, porches, and decks used for public structures, including apartment […]

When hazards on land and in the water cause injuries at Chicago beaches, legal options may be available to help victims recover damages from negligent parties. Staying Safe at the Beach Whether having a family picnic,  playing in the sand, swimming offshore, or riding motorized watercraft, beach injuries can happen without warning. Chicago beach accidents […]

Cruise ships may not be doing enough to protect passengers from slip and fall accidents. Although the cruise line industry claims that falls are usually the result of reckless passenger behavior, advocates assert that implementing warning systems, enhancing training for crew members, and taking advance safety precautions could significantly reduce the number of injuries and […]

Male adults, children and teens, and people with water-related jobs have the highest risk of drowning. The Risks of Drowning Drowning injuries accounted for more than nine percent of global fatalities in 2015 with an estimated total of 360,000 deaths. Drowning is the 3rd leading cause of unintentional injury death around the world. More than […]

Bicycles, scooters, skates, and skateboards send 50 kids to hospital emergency departments with serious injuries every hour during the summer. Summer Dangers for Kids When school lets out for summer, millions of kids head outdoors for activities with friends and family. Popular outdoor activities include riding bicycles, scooters, skates, and skateboards. Although these sports provide […]