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Wellness and Unwellness
February 9th, 2023
The new buzzword, especially around the start of the new year, is “wellness.” We are often reminded by our health insurers of the need to get a wellness exam with our doctors. Many people make resolutions to conduct their lives in a simpler, cleaner way (“Dry January;” “Monthly workout cha… Categories: Current Events
Nuclear Verdicts
November 16th, 2022
Have you heard the term “nuclear verdicts” before? What about plaintiffs’ injury lawyers referred to as “greedy injury lawyers” or “ambulance chasers?” These are both examples of how interest groups try to craft a narrative about the American civil justice system. Much like the ubiquit… Categories: Current Events
Autonomous for the People
August 11th, 2022
(Yes, I’m guilty again of making a lousy song reference as the hook to my blog. If you are not old like I am or an REM fan, you may not even recognize this one.) At any rate, over the years, I’ve mused deeply about the emerging trend of autonomous vehicles. Will we ever see a completely driverle… Categories: Current Events
Biking and Driving During Covid-19
July 23rd, 2020
More bicyclists are taking to the road during Covid-19. That means drivers need to be even more attentive to bicycles on streets and roads to avoid accidents. 
Crisis Management for Businesses During Covid-19 — American Bar Association Webinar
June 11th, 2020
Covid-19 workers’ compensation and business interruption insurance are discussed in a recent ABA webinar about crisis management for businesses during Covid-19. 
Insurance Refunds During the Coronavirus Shutdown
May 14th, 2020
Don’t let the Covid-19 auto insurance refunds tempt you into canceling your coverage. Your auto insurance protects you even when you’re not driving a lot. 
Rebutting the Rebuttable Presumption: Covid-19 & Workers’ Compensation
May 7th, 2020
Learn why a recent rule reversal by the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission makes coronavirus Covid-19 claims difficult to prove for infected workers. 
The Brave New World Created By Covid-19 — Working From a Social Distance
March 27th, 2020
The coronavirus (Covid-19) may change the way many people work in the future. How will industries and work change from social distancing and the pandemic? Categories: Current Events
Coronavirus Insurance
March 16th, 2020
Some travelers are discovering that trips cancelled because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) may be excluded from travel / trip insurance policy coverage. 
One Moment of Inattention, a Lifetime of Pain — Dangers of Spectator Sports Injuries
October 10th, 2019
Spectator sports injuries can be deadly or cause a lifetime of pain. Yet disclaimers insulate teams from liability. When will more be done to protect fans? Practice Areas
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