It’s a typical day – which means you’re busy taking the kids to school and running a million different errands. You’re getting through your day without incident when all of the sudden, you’re blindsided by a minor fender bender or other accident in the parking lot. If you’ve never been involved in a parking lot accident before, you might be confused about who is at fault, and what you need to do to ensure you’re protected.…
A majority of advances in automobile technology has led to increased safety and comfort for drivers. While these features are innovative and can change the way you drive, they may also inadvertently be a part of the cause for an accident. Whether there are technological glitches, manufacturing defects, or driver distractions, the following five car features could become a major part of your automobile case. When working with a personal injury attorney, it’s important to see if any of these factors will impact or help your case.…
If you work in Illinois, you’re likely financially protected from workplace injuries and illnesses through your employer’s workers compensation insurance policy. Workers comp can help cover a number of expenses you may incur as a result of a workplace injury and may even help protect your job if you work for an employer that is not obligated to hold your job during your medical leave.
However, the Illinois legislature is currently battling against some proposed reforms that could significantly change the way workers comp is structured, potentially affecting the amount of benefits you’ll be able to receive.…
