Losing someone too soon to another person’s actions is already devastating, but it is made all the worse when the loss is from vehicular homicide. If someone recklessly causes the death of a loved one, they will likely be charged with a crime, but our attorneys can help you get justice by filing a wrongful death lawsuit for civil damages.
Vehicular homicide is considered “reckless homicide” in Illinois. A driver commits reckless homicide when they unintentionally murder another person with the vehicle. For instance, those arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or street racing can be charged with…
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One of the worst claims that nobody ever wants to file is a claim for wrongful death. Wrongful death claims are not just painful, but they are also complicated. Not only might a plaintiff claim damages related to their own losses, but they might also file a survival claim to claim damages experienced by the deceased person before they passed away.
How much a wrongful death case is worth depends on numerous factors that are unique in each case. Even so, many wrongful death claims are worth substantial compensation. The loss of a loved one is arguably one of the…
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Lots of people want that nice bronze glow that comes with relaxing on the beach in the summer. Thanks to tanning beds, people can achieve a sun-kissed summer look all year round. Unfortunately, tanning beds are not the safest alternative to lying out in the sun, which some people claim they are. Every year, people develop skin cancer related to tanning, and many cases are fatal.
Exactly how many deaths are directly related to tanning beds is hard to say. Tanning beds do not kill quickly. Instead, people might develop skin cancer and succumb to the disease months or years…
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Car accidents are common. Most people have either been in an accident or know someone who has. Unfortunately, not everyone remains at the accident scene, and some drivers flee before they can be identified. Not only is leaving the scene of an accident a possible criminal offense, but it also makes it very difficult for injured victims to get fair compensation for their injuries.
When the other driver in a car crash flees the scene, you need the authorities to help you track them down. The sooner you call the police and report the accident, the faster they can get…
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If you are injured in a car accident caused by another person, first make sure you are okay and then call the police. The police will investigate your accident and write a report you can use later in your legal claim.
Our team can help you get a copy of your police report and explain how we will use it to start building your case. The first step is determining which police department investigated your crash since several operate in Palatine. Depending on where your accident occurred, the report could come from the local police, county sheriff’s office, or the…
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When you are filing a legal claim to recover damages from another person after a car accident, you want as much evidence as you can get. One critical piece of evidence you will want to get is the police report for your crash.
You must report your accident after it happens, but obtaining the report later can be challenging if you cannot recall who prepared it. Bolingbrook has a combination of local police, sheriff’s offices, and state police operating in the town who can respond to a crash. Which one investigated your crash depends on whether it happened on a…
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If you were injured in a vehicle crash, you might have to file an insurance claim or take other legal action to get financial compensation. A key part of your legal strategy might include obtaining a copy of the police report from the accident. Depending on the accident and the thoroughness of law enforcement’s investigation, the police report might contain incredibly valuable information.
Typically, car accident victims can get a copy of the police report once the police complete their investigation. How long this takes depends on the severity of the accident and the complexity of the facts. When the…
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If you are ever involved in a car accident, the first thing you should do is call for help. A 911 dispatcher can send an ambulance and the police to your location. Not only can the police render emergency aid, but they may investigate the accident to determine exactly what happened. When the investigation is complete, we should get a copy of their report, as it might help us get you compensation for your injuries.
Where we get a copy of the police report depends on which department responded to the accident. The local or state authorities might have handled…
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Most people contact the authorities immediately after a car crash. Usually, drivers call 911 and have dispatchers send emergency medical personnel and law enforcement to the scene. The police can keep the scene under control while making sure everyone gets the help they need. They may also investigate and find evidence of fault, which might be contained in their report.
If the police responded to your accident, or you contacted them and reported it later, they should have issued a report. To get the report, we need to know which police department handled the accident. Was it the local authorities…
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When you are involved in a car accident, you must wait for the police to investigate the crash. The officers in Waukegan who investigate your accident will record the details in their report.
As a victim of the accident, you might not remember all the important details of the crash. Getting a copy of your police report can help fill in the gaps. A few police departments operate in Waukegan, but our lawyers can help determine which one investigated your accident and how best to obtain a report from them. Fortunately, you can get your report online regardless of who…
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The police are typically required to investigate any car accident occurring in Springfield. After investigating your crash, they will write up a report containing the pertinent details of your incident.
However, you might not get a copy on the scene and do not know how to get one for your legal claim. That is where our lawyers can put our skills to work for you by determining the police department that investigated your collision and how best to obtain the report. Our team has several uses for your police report, including identifying the defendant and eyewitnesses and learning the officer’s…
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Car crashes are not only scary and extremely dangerous, but they can also be a real legal nightmare to deal with. You might be dealing with insurance claims or lawsuits while also living with excruciating pain from your injuries. Although it might not seem like it initially, the police report from your accident may play a crucial role in your legal actions for damages after a crash or collision.
It can be easy to forget about the police report amidst all the chaos of an accident, but you should talk to your lawyer about how to get a copy. The…
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Car accidents are hectic enough without having to worry about paperwork. However, one of the most important pieces of paperwork in a car accident case is the police report. This report might contain important details, information, and evidence uncovered by the authorities in their investigation of the crash. Even if the information is minimal, the report may be useful in other ways.
Getting a copy of a police report is not always easy. We must determine which police department investigated your accident and is responsible for the report. We must also determine whether we can obtain the report online, in…
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