Defective equipment is responsible for too many workplace accidents
It may be true that workplace accidents are sometimes caused by the carelessness of the worker. However, often the real culprit for the injury is poorly maintained or faulty equipment, and the worker is not to blame at all. There are several ways that defective...
Wrongful death claims must include these elements
The tragic loss of a loved one is emotionally devastating. While you're dealing with those emotions, you also have to think about the financial impacts. These can add more stress to an already difficult situation. Dealing with the emotions can be a challenge but there...
Illinois family may seek reparations for monetary losses
After losing a loved one in a car accident, the victim's family may wish to consider their legal options. Filing a civil claim against the driver and/or other parties deemed at fault could allow the surviving family to pursue compensation for emotional and monetary...
Car accident may mean wrongful death claims in Illinois
Family members who lose loved ones in car accidents typically have a lot on their plates as they work to handle the tragedy. There will likely be funeral arrangements that need to be made and other serious decisions that can be emotionally exhausting as well as...
Illinois crash could lead to wrongful death claim
Because it is not unusual for car accidents to result in fatal injuries, families across the country can face an unexpected loss at any time. These sudden incidents could lead to emotional and financial struggles that could not have been planned for, and families may...
Wrongful death claim may result from Illinois bus accident
Public transportation may be an option that some individuals consider for their travels, especially if they are going long distances. Unfortunately, serious accidents can still take place involving these forms of transportation, and in a worst-case scenario, an...
Family may explore wrongful death claims after Illinois crash
Losing a loved one under any circumstances can be particularly difficult for the family members left behind. Parties may look for answers as to how the death occurred, and while working through their grief, they may also may need to make difficult decisions regarding...
Families may file wrongful death claims after Illinois accident
When pedestrians are on or near a roadway, they could potentially be at risk of being hit by a vehicle. If individuals are struck by a car, they will likely suffer serious injuries that could potentially prove to be fatal. If parties die as the result of such an...
Illinois fatal crash could lead to wrongful death claim
Head-on collisions are often serious accidents that can take place in the blink of an eye. These accidents can occur under various conditions, such as a driver momentarily crossing the dividing line on a roadway or losing control and veering into on-coming traffic....
Illinois family may seek compensation for emotional losses
Head-on collisions occur all too frequently. These accidents can lead to serious injuries that sometimes prove fatal, and families may be left facing monetary and emotional losses. A recent accident in Illinois resulted in the death of one individual, and her family...