Hit-and-run bicycle accidents happen more often than many assume. These incidents leave bicycle victims stressed, terrified, and frustrated. In Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin, the combination of growing urban cycling and inattentive drivers creates challenges for bicycle safety. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the Midwest continues to see steady rates of bicycle-vehicle collisions, […]
The Midwest is a haven for bicyclists. Illinois has invested a lot in bike trails and lanes on streets. According to a 2024 poll by The League of American Bicyclists, Illinois ranks as the 11th most bicycle-friendly state in the country. With more people using bikes for transportation and recreation, the risk of collisions and […]
When a car crash makes headlines, the focus often centers on the drivers involved. Yet, passengers — who have no control over the vehicle — frequently bear the brunt of the injuries. In fact, in 2023, nearly 41,000 people lost their lives on U.S. roadways, which highlights the ongoing risks all vehicle occupants face. […]
Every year, thousands of Americans are diagnosed with cancer linked to hazardous chemicals in their homes, workplaces, or communities. As we learn more about the links between dangerous chemical exposure and cancer, the number of toxic tort cases is seeing a steady increase. It’s estimated that these types of cases make up roughly 40% of […]
Here’s a sobering statistic: The National Safety Council estimates that 44,680 people died in motor vehicle crashes in 2024. And for every fatal crash, there are countless more injuries — each one triggering a legal countdown. After an accident, it’s easy to feel lost and mentally maxed out. You’re focused on your health, your car, […]
Dealing with cancer is difficult enough – both for patients and their families. According to the American Cancer Society, Illinois has around 80,000 new cancer cases every year, Indiana comes in at around 42,000, and Wisconsin has around 40,000. But what happens when the diagnosis is wrong or comes too late? The gravity of these […]
Brain injuries can happen in a blink of an eye – whether it’s a car accident, motorcycle accident, pedestrian accident, etc. In many cases, the extent of these injuries is not immediately apparent. Symptoms can take time to show themselves, and the long-term implications are not always clear. If you (or someone you love) has […]
You can’t put your brain in a cast or stitch it up. And yet, it’s one of the easiest parts of the body to break — and the hardest to heal. When your brain gets hurt, the effects ripple through everything: how you think, how you feel, how you connect with the world around you. […]
Your job might come with a paycheck, but it doesn’t come with a crystal ball. One moment, you’re moving boxes, working machinery, or even just walking across the office — the next, you’re injured and facing a fight you didn’t sign up for. Filing for workers’ compensation benefits should be straightforward, but too often, employers […]
You clock in every day, do your job, and then — bam — an injury puts you on the sidelines. Now, instead of focusing on recovery, you’re stuck wondering: If I file for workers’ comp, will I still have a job to return to? It’s a fear many workers share, and unfortunately, some employers use […]
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