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Recent changes from the Social Security Administration (SSA) have ignited concerns over how Social Security payments may be impacted for current beneficiaries and new applicants.
If you or a loved one depends on Social Security benefits and are concerned about potential disruptions, rest assured— Attorney Larry Disparti has got your back. As Chicago’s leading disability law firm, our team at the Disparti Law Group remains dedicated to protecting your rights and ensuring you receive the benefits that are rightfully yours.
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Overview: 7,000 Potential Social Security Staff Cuts
On February 28, the SSA announced that it aims to cut 7,000 jobs
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Many motorcyclists enjoy the freedom to wear what they feel best in while riding. While this may include helmet use, riders should know that, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcycle helmets have saved more than 25,000 lives from 2002 to 2017.
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Chicago motorcycle riders should consider this when choosing whether or not to wear a helmet. But you may be asking yourself, are motorcycle helmets required in Chicago?
Continue reading to understand Illinois motorcycle helmet laws before the riding season is underway.

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Driven by his love for Chicago and its people, Attorney Larry Disparti started the Disparti Law Group in 2003.
Now, over twenty years later, Disparti’s humble beginning has blossomed into the largest injury firm in Chicago.
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Disparti Law Group is Chicago’s Largest Injury Firm
With over 20 attorneys and nearly 100 support staff, Disparti Law Group is proud to be Chicago’s largest injury firm specializing in a wide range of personal injury practice areas including:

We also handle other cases including:


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Understanding how insurance companies calculate a settlement offer helps you navigate negotiations and secure fair compensation. This article breaks down these elements to give you a clear picture of what to expect.
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In this Article:

  • What is an Insurance Settlement Offer?
  • How Does an Insurance Company Calculate a Settlement Offer?
  • The Multiplier Method: Calculating Pain and Suffering
  • Calculating a Settlement Offer Example
  • Policy Limits and Their Impact
  • Adjustments for Shared Fault
  • Do You Have to Accept an Insurance Settlement Offer?

What is an Insurance Settlement Offer?
An insurance settlement offer is the amount of money an insurance company agrees to
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Every physician, including psychiatrists, has an implied duty of care for every one of their patients. A psychiatrist is negligent if they fail to meet the standard of care and may be liable for injuries in a psychiatric malpractice lawsuit.
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If you or your loved one suffered injuries due to a negligent psychiatrist, here’s what you need to know to file a psychiatric malpractice lawsuit.
Our team of accident & injury lawyers at Disparti Law Group are experts in these cases. Call (312) 600-6000 now for a FREE review of your case.

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Obtaining a copy of your Chicago police report is essential in the aftermath of a car accident. This can help you prove to your insurance company that you were not at fault in an accident and will also show that the police department took action. Without a police report, the likelihood that an insurance company will accept your claim decreases significantly.
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According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, approximately 817 traffic crashes occurred daily in 2022 and more than 9 people were injured per hour. If you’ve been injured in an accident, you may be wondering whether you have the right to sue after a car accident in Illinois.
While insurance claims are often the first step in seeking compensation, there are situations where filing a lawsuit is necessary—especially if the at-fault driver’s insurance company denies your claim or offers an unfair settlement.
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Continue Reading Can You Sue After a Car Accident in Illinois?

Many people have preconceived ideas about whether men or women cause more accidents.  By looking at car accident statistics by gender, several patterns emerge and some may come as a surprise.
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Continue reading to see what the data reveals about who is the better driver. For questions about your injury case, our team at Disparti Law Group is here for you and ready to fight on your behalf.
In this Article:

  • Who Causes More Car Accidents, Men or Women?
  • Who Receives More Traffic Tickets?
  • Men vs Women Distracted Driving Statistics
  • Which gender is more likely to cause a fatal car


Continue Reading Car Accidents Statistics by Gender: Male vs Female

According to the Department of Transportation, 5.8 million vehicle crashes happen every year and 21% are weather-related accidents as well as 19% of all crash injuries and 16% of crash fatalities. Getting in a car accident in the winter can be particularly stressful, so it’s best to know what to do in that situation.
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Weather-Related Accidents in Illinois
Illinois, in true Midwest fashion, has been known to experience extreme winter weather. Winter months bring snow, ice, and freezing rain, reducing traction and stopping distance. With that comes dangerous driving conditions that increase the risk of car accidents.  Winter months bring
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Thousands of Costco union members gear up to go on strike starting February 1, 2025, if a new three-year contract agreement is not reached before the deadline. Image of costco store and sign, costco strike 2025, Disparti law Group
These wage increases would not apply to the 18,000 International Brotherhood of Teamsters members working at Costco. They will have to wait for a new contract.
Background
Costco has been known for its competitive wages and benefits. As a result, they can flaunt much lower turnover rates than most retail companies. But the workers who made the company what it is today have said enough is enough as wages have not fairly reflected
Continue Reading Thousands of Costco Teamsters Prepare to Strike as Contract Deadline Quickly Approaches

As of today, very few protections are in place for students who have been sexually assaulted by another student at their school, forcing victims to face their attacker at school as soon as the next day. Illinois school districts cannot continue to turn a blind eye and must take proper steps to protect survivors of school sexual assault.
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If passed, Senate Bill 98 (SB 98) will require schools to expel students who sexually assault another student for at least a year. State Senator Steve McClure (R-Springfield) and State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Marrayville) filed the legislation following an incident
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Before last year is too far in the rearview mirror, we want to take a moment to highlight the firm’s biggest wins of 2024.
Disparti Wrapped — Our 2024 Year in Review
We could not be more proud of all the ways we got to serve our Chicago community in 2024.
2024 in review

Community Outreach
FREE Uber Rides for New Year’s Eve 
Disparti Law Pays Insurance and More so Chi-Town Cats Can Perform in Parade
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Thousands of Backpacks Given Away in Annual “Project Backpack”
Donating Helmets toNon-Profit “Working Bikes” 
Civil Rights and Social Justice
In-Custody Death of Othel Moore Detailed in Video
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CHICAGO, IL – On Friday, January 24th, former Chicago Public School gym teacher, Andrew Castro, was sentenced in a horrific case of grooming and sexual abuse against three young students. Castro plead guilty to predatory criminal sexual assault of a child under 13; two counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse of a child under 13; and exploitation of a child under 13.
Judge Domenica Stephenson sentenced Castro to 10 years for the assaults, seven years for each abuse case and one year for the exploitation charge. The abuse and exploitation sentences would be served concurrently so the total prison term
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As of January 1, 2025, Illinois is only the fifth state to ban corporal punishment in schools — both private and public schools.
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Shockingly, 17 states technically allow corporal punishment in all schools. Four, however, prohibit its use on students with disabilities. Corporal punishment in schools has negatively impacted students for far too long.
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What is Corporal Punishment in Schools
Corporal punishment in schools is
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On January 1, 2025, the Illinois minimum wage increased to $15 per hour and $9 per hour for tipped workers. Here’s everything you need to know.

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Illinois Minimum Wage Law
Illinois workers aged 18 and older can expect an increase in minimum wage from $14.00 to $15.00 and from $8.40 to $9.00 for tipped employees. Tipped employees still must make at least $15.00/hr but their employer can
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We know by now that tornadoes in Chicago are possible, but what about tornado-like snow storms? This is just one way that some would describe a snow squall.
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Thanks to the notorious lake-effect, Chicago and the surrounding areas are particularly suceptable to this weather event.

What is a Snow Squall?
A snow squall is a brief but intense snowfall accompanied by strong birsts of wind. This weather phenomenon, often associated with cold fronts, can create whiteout conditions and extremely icy roads.
Similar to a tornado warning, the National Weather Service may issue a snow squall warning. Alyways take these warnings seriously,
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