Nothing can compare with the grief caused by the death of a loved one. For some survivors, the loss triggers a set of practical financial problems. They worry about how bills will get paid. Will they lose their home or move to a smaller, less expensive place? What about the children? How will they pay […]
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As an airport worker, you have demanding job duties and work in environments that can increase your risk for injury. Airport injuries are often a result of working with dangerous equipment, hard physical labor, and, in some cases, your employer’s failure to keep you safe. These injuries can be severe (and sometimes fatal), leaving you […]
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Have you ever read an insurance policy? A normal person would read their insurance policy only when they need to make a claim or have their insurance company deny it. If you did read your policy, did you understand all of it? Was any part of the policy ambiguous? We are told how important it […]
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Distracted driving is an epidemic A poll released by Harris Interactive/HealthDay indicates that most adults who drive regularly readily admit to having engaged in distracted driving behaviors. Eating and drinking lead the list at 86%, talking on non-hands-free cell phones at 59%, using a GPS at 41%, texting at 37%, and applying makeup at 14%. […]
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In 2022, there were 298,347 motor vehicle crashes in Illinois, 59,795 of which caused injuries and 1,280 deaths. Some injured people were taken directly to the hospital by ambulance. Others went to an emergency room, urgent care center, or physician independently on the day of the collision. Still, others went home and sought medical attention […]
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Airports are bustling activity hubs. They are filled with travelers, workers, and vehicles navigating through terminals. Among these vehicles are golf cart-like transporters designed to ferry passengers quickly from one point to another. While these vehicles purportedly benefit handicapped travelers by improving their mobility, their use poses significant safety risks to walking passengers. Motorized vehicles are […]
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Being a trash waste and garbage collector is the fourth most dangerous occupation in the U.S. The main dangers garbage truck operators and workers face are slippery roads, falling objects, leaking hazardous materials, equipment malfunctions, and injuries from the trash, like cuts from broken glass. If you’ve been injured or sustained property damage from a […]
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Illinois Requires Drivers to Have Uninsured Motorist Coverage To register a car in Illinois, owners must show proof that they carry the minimum amount of car insurance, which is $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident. Even so, more than 13 percent of Illinois drivers are uninsured. These drivers get insurance to register their cars, […]
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Living in metropolitan Chicago, the risk of sustaining a concussion due to an accident is real. Concussions, a type of traumatic brain injury, can have varying degrees of severity and complex legal implications. Individuals affected by such an unfortunate event must understand their rights and the legal recourses available. Seeking the expertise of a Chicago […]
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Who is watching out for the safety of children and adults at water parks? Official regulation appears inconsistent and, in many cases, insufficient. The statistics and reports of water park injuries and deaths suggest that greater enforcement of safety rules at water parks would prevent unnecessary harm to visitors. Many injuries and deaths would be […]
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The short answer to the question, “Who is responsible when a serious injury occurs on a golf course?” is: “It depends.” If a company or another person violated a safety rule or was careless and caused injury, they may be liable. It is also true that it might not be anyone’s fault unless the injured […]
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In the last few years, food trucks, technically called Mobile Food Vehicles (MFV), have found their way to Chicago streets. They are like little restaurants on wheels that sell food ranging from tacos and pizza to gourmet pancakes and lobster rolls. It all seems great for the consumer—and it is—until it isn’t, and you get sick […]
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An all-too-familiar scenario is an insurance company failing to pay a legitimate medical claim for a customer. Americans pay a lot each month to afford the medical care they need. Out-of-control medical costs drive insurance companies to have an outright denial policy for every claim unless the customer fights tooth and nail. Most people have […]
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