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When most people are starting to experience physical symptoms of a possible illness, their first step is to report these symptoms to their doctor. There are many, many kinds of health conditions that can cause different symptoms. The average person who does not have any medical training is unlikely to be able to diagnose themself.  Doctors, on the other hand, should be generally aware of the possible causes of a wide variety of symptoms their patients may report. Reporting your symptoms to a doctor should cue that doctor to begin investigating to determine what could be causing those symptoms. At
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Commercial truck accidents can have devastating consequences, and they are likely to result in severe injuries and property damage for people in other vehicles involved in a collision. While there are various factors that can contribute to these accidents, mechanical failures are some of the most common reasons why truck drivers may lose control of their vehicles and collide with other cars and trucks. When the mechanical components of a commercial truck fail, devastating accidents can occur due to the massive size and weight of these vehicles.
Types of Mechanical Failures That Can Lead to Truck Accidents
Commercial trucks are
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By far, the most common cause of car accidents is careless driving. In most cases, if you have been involved in an accident it is fair to guess that at least one party was careless in causing it. However, there are some car accidents that are caused not by human error, but by the failure of an auto product to work properly. Not even the best and most careful driver in the world could avoid a car accident after an essential component of their vehicle fails. In some cases it is relatively clear that an auto issue contributed to the
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Children love swimming pools. This is something every parent knows. While young children may be afraid of pools in their early years, this fear is generally overcome once a child learns how to swim. Unfortunately, even if your child is an incredibly strong swimmer for their age, defective pool drain covers may still pose an extreme hazard to them. Not many parents are aware of the dangers posed by pool drains. The major risk is that the suction will cause a child to become stuck on the bottom of the pool, unable to surface. Modern pool drains come with safety
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Few people even want to consider the possibility that their elderly loved one has been sexually abused while living in a nursing home. However, sexual abuse in nursing homes is not unheard of. It is likely more common than most people think. Many nursing home residents are not able to communicate what is happening to them in a direct fashion due to the effects of aging that led them to reside a nursing home. The vulnerability of these patients sadly makes them easier to take advantage of. There are signs you may notice when you visit your loved one
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Workplace injuries can happen in the blink of an eye, and dealing with the aftermath is often complicated. Many workers in Illinois find it challenging to report these injuries due to several barriers. This article aims to shed light on these challenges and provide practical advice for navigating them.
Understanding the Importance of Reporting a Workplace Injury
Workers’ compensation is a form of insurance that provides wage replacement and medical benefits to employees injured during employment. In Illinois, timely workplace injury reporting is crucial for claiming these benefits. Workers have 45 days to report an accidental injury and 90 days
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Falls in nursing homes are a prevalent and serious issue, affecting a significant proportion of the elderly population each year. This blog post aims to shed light on the signs to watch for after such an incident and the potential legal implications, providing valuable information for families and caregivers of nursing home residents.
Understanding the Risk Factors for Falls in Nursing Homes
Falls often occur due to a combination of individual and environmental factors. Age-related changes, chronic health conditions, medication side effects, and mobility problems can increase an individual’s risk. On the environmental side, hazards such as poor lighting, wet
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Nursing home residents must be supervised for their own safety. When a vulnerable nursing home resident wanders off into an unsafe area of the facility or leaves the facility, it is a potentially deadly matter. A wandering resident may become lost or disoriented, leading to injury and even death. Eloping from a nursing home facility puts residents at risk of being severely injured in an accident, becoming victims of crime, or dying of exposure.
Nursing Homes Should Take Measures to Prevent Wandering and Elopement
Nursing home facilities and other long-term care facilities have a legal obligation to keep the residents
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Personal injury claims are civil legal claims used to pursue financial compensation for losses caused by an injury. Many personal injury claims follow a serious car accident or commercial truck accident. However, slip and fall accidents, dog bites, construction site accidents, and product liability accidents may also lead to personal injury claims. In Illinois, certain damages may be available to successful plaintiffs in a personal injury claim.
Compensatory Damages in an Illinois Personal Injury Case
Compensatory damages refer to economic losses suffered from an injury. This includes any out-of-pocket expenses, such as medical bills and lost wages. In addition to
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Staying at the accident scene is not only the ethical thing to do after a crash but it is also required by Illinois law. Unfortunately, people who cause an accident sometimes speed away in hopes of avoiding accountability for their actions. Even more unfortunately, some of these hit-and-run drivers get away with it. 
If you were injured in a hit-and-run car accident, you may be lost, confused, and unsure of what to do. You may wonder whether you can file an insurance claim considering the other driver is nowhere to be found, and you do not have their contact
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It is widely accepted that the construction industry is one of the most dangerous fields to work in. Construction workers are regularly exposed to dangers that can lead to severe and fatal injuries. Struck-by accidents are one of the “fatal four” types of accidents listed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Construction workers who are hit by falling debris, equipment, tools, or other objects often suffer catastrophic injuries that require them to miss work and endure months or years of recovery. Others are unable to survive the extent of their injuries.
If you were injured or your family
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Working in an office environment does not make one immune to work-related injuries. Some of the most common injuries sustained by office workers are those that occur due to repeated strain on certain body parts over time. 
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition caused by compression of the median nerve. Typing on a computer is one of the most common ways that a person develops carpal tunnel syndrome. However, mechanics, cashiers, musicians, factory workers, and virtually any other worker who frequently uses his or her hands may develop this medical condition. Symptoms include pain, weakness, numbness, tingling, and reduced
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Car accidents are a leading cause of death and injury among young adults. There are many different reasons why young adults tend to be prone to getting into car accidents. Today, we are going to unpack the reasons why this is. Remember, if you have gotten into a car accident, strongly consider hiring an experienced personal injury attorney to ensure you can pursue the compensation you may be entitled to.
Reasons Why Young Adults Get into Car Accidents
Some of the most common reasons young adults get into accidents include the following:

  • Distracted driving – Distracted driving is one of


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Truck accidents can be devastating, often resulting in serious injuries and fatalities. There are many reasons why truck accidents occur, some of which are more common than others. Therefore, you must contact a personal injury attorney if you have been involved in a truck accident. Your attorney will work with you as you pursue the compensation you may be entitled to while protecting your rights and interests.
Why Do Truck Accidents Happen?
Here are the five most common reasons why truck accidents occur, including:

  • Driver error – Driver error is the most common cause of truck accidents. This can include

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    Choosing a nursing home is a difficult decision for many families. Selecting a facility that can provide the necessary care and support for your loved one is important. Unfortunately, nursing home negligence can occur, putting residents at risk for serious injury or harm. It is essential to understand the signs of nursing home negligence to ensure you can alert a personal injury attorney of what is going on and work with the attorney to ensure those responsible for the negligence are held accountable and that those who are being neglected can receive the care they need and deserve.
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    Wrongful death cases are complex legal matters involving an individual’s death due to another party’s negligence or misconduct. Despite their importance, several misconceptions surround these cases that can cause confusion and hinder the deceased person’s family from seeking justice. Today, we will discuss four common misconceptions regarding wrongful death cases and clarify the truth to help you better understand your rights. If you have questions regarding a wrongful death claim, do not hesitate to contact a personal injury attorney who works in wrongful death cases to help you understand your legal options during this difficult time.
    What People Get Wrong
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