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One of the ever-changing and evolving areas of the law is how it interrelates with social media. Where some of us actually recall a time when lawyers could not even advertise legally, there are many people out there who think it completely normal, perhaps even essential, to broadcast everything publ…

A recent study presents interesting results and conclusions with regard to young versus old, female versus male, and even Red State versus Blue State driving tendencies. Below is an article that summarizes these results and conclusions. Interesting stuff! We all have ideas about who are the worst dr…

A previous blog entry discussed what to do in the event of a work-related accident or otherwise injured while working. This post will provide a more in-depth analysis of your basic rights under the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act. Keep in mind that the law is changing rapidly, with many cha…

The last thing any of us want to think about is “what do I do if I get into an accident or am injured?” But, this is not something to be ignored or swept under a rug. Unfortunately, as shown in my last post about auto accidents, it is best to be ready and prepared in the event something…

Everyone should know his or her rights. One thing I am constantly struck by is how few people actually know what their rights are if they are hurt at work. Anyone who is injured “arising out of” or “in the course of” his or her employment is entitled to compensation under the…

As pointed out in an editorial in today’s Chicago Tribune, as well as in a recent study showing that 80% of all accidents happen in or near the crosswalk, PEDESTRIANS MUST BEWARE OF DANGEROUS SITUATIONS! Now, this is not to say the the fault of this dangerous situation is all to be placed firm…

An article in today’s Chicago Tribune highlights how distracted driving, even that deemed legal under current law, can lead to dangerous, injurious, and possibly deadly consequences. Many of us, let’s be honest, have probably done exactly what the woman in the article admitted to doing.…

One of our friends and colleagues, Ken Levinson, who concentrates his practice in the area of chid safety, makes a convincing case in his recent blog post of The Safest Line for why you should not try the go it alone approach in attempting to navigate the insurance claims process. I think I have too…