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Common Slip and Fall Injuries

Posted on November 22, 2023 in Slip & Fall

IL injury lawyerA slip and fall can happen nearly anywhere. A slip and fall can cause more than physical injuries and, in many cases, may affect a victim’s mental and emotional well-being.

Even though you may feel like it is your own fault for falling, many times, the owner’s negligence may contribute to your accident. If you have suffered injuries from a slip and fall, you need to speak with a Chicago slip and fall injury attorney today.

Slip and Fall Injury Statistics

Each year, more than one million people are treated in a hospital due to a slip and fall. Statistics on slip and falls provide the following information:

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IL injury lawyerRear-end collisions are the most common type of car crash. This type of accident can happen in a split second, resulting in serious and sometimes catastrophic injuries.

If you have been involved in a rear-end collision, you need a Cook County car accident attorney to fight for the compensation that will help make you “whole again.” Keep reading to learn about the types of injuries that you may suffer in a rear-end collision.

Whiplash

In a whiplash injury, the neck is thrown forward and then backward rapidly, causing damage to the nerves, tendons, muscles, discs, and soft tissue of the neck. While many people recover from whiplash within a few weeks or months, some people have persistent pain for several months or even years.

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What is Hospital Malpractice?

Posted on October 20, 2023 in Medical Malpractice

IL injury lawyerDoctors, nurses, and hospitals all have a duty to provide top-notch care to their patients. A medical malpractice claim is pursued when a patient is injured due to a healthcare professional’s negligence.  

In many malpractice claims, a hospital may be found liable for malpractice. If you or a loved one have experienced hospital malpractice, our Chicago hospital malpractice attorney has the skills and dedication to help you recover the compensation you deserve.

What You Need to Know About Medical Malpractice 

Medical malpractice occurs anytime a medical professional deviates from the expected standard of care and a patient suffers injuries as a result. In 2022, there were 411 medical malpractice payment reports filed against medical personnel and hospitals in Illinois.

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IL injury lawyerWhether you plan to travel in Chicago by foot or take the “L,” you can get to your location relatively easily without a car. Affording you much-needed exercise, deciding to take a stroll in the Windy City will allow you to avoid sitting in traffic.

While Chicago proves to be a walkable city, Chicago streets remain dangerous for pedestrians. If you have been in a pedestrian accident, it is best that you speak with a Chicago pedestrian accident attorney today.  

Traffic Accident Statistics

Preliminary data suggests that 7,508 pedestrians were killed in traffic crashes in 2022, the highest number on record since 1981.

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Untitled---2023-09-21T130936.328.jpgConstruction sites are inherently fraught with potential dangers, posing risks to both workers and passersby. Frequently, construction companies and the entities they contract with cut corners to save money, and the cost is safety. As such, fully preventable injuries at construction sites are quite common. Suppose you or someone you love was recently injured in a construction accident. In that case, it is best to speak with a seasoned Rolling Meadows construction accident attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights. Here are some of the most prevalent types of construction accidents that can lead to severe or even fatal injuries:

Excavation Hazards

Dug-out areas beneath the ground or sidewalks can collapse suddenly, endangering both those underneath and those above. Trench collapses leave workers and pedestrians with little time to react, often resulting in serious injuries.

Falling Materials

Tools, equipment, and various building materials can plummet from above, especially when work is performed on scaffolding or rooftops at considerable heights. Such objects can cause severe harm or prove fatal if they strike someone below.

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