12/08/2023
Winter brings its own set of challenges to the roads, with icy surfaces and snowy conditions making driving more hazardous. As Chicago personal injury attorneys dedicated to your safety, here are practical tips for navigating the challenging winter road conditions that lie ahead. Whether you're a seasoned winter driver or facing your first snowy season, these guidelines can help ensure a safer jou...
View More11/22/2023
With Thanksgiving here, many families are gearing up to indulge in the crispy, succulent goodness of a deep-fried turkey. While the results are undeniably delicious, deep-frying a turkey requires extra caution to avoid accidents and ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday. Here's a quick guide to help you navigate the art of turkey frying with safety as your top priority. Outdoor Setup: Before you ...
View More10/09/2023
Hazing has sadly become an all-too-common term in recent years, particularly within educational institutions and various social organizations. Traditionally seen as a rite of passage, a means for newcomers to demonstrate their loyalty and commitment to a group, hazing conceals a multitude of issues beneath the veneer of tradition and camaraderie. Since the late 19th century, hazing has claimed the...
View More09/19/2023
Did you know that the final resting place of the world's first nuclear reactor lives covered for decades in a tangle of weeds and underbrush in Palos Park Forest Preserve? In 1942, a group of scientists played a crucial role in the development of the world's first controlled nuclear chain reaction under the stands of Stagg Field at the University of Chicago. Soon after, their work would be relocat...
View More09/05/2023
If you or someone you know has been injured in an accident because someone else was negligent you may be entitled to monetary compensation for your injuries. However, you won't have an unlimited amount of time to file a lawsuit because every state has its own time frame which is referred to as the statute of limitations. Once this period has passed, it is no longer possible to file a claim or case...
View More08/16/2023
Golf carts are becoming increasingly popular in the minds of many for use on public roads. While it may be convenient to zip around quickly and easily in them, there are legal and safety concerns when one seeks to share the road on a golf cart. In Illinois, the State law restricts non-highway vehicles, including golf carts, from being driven on streets and highways. However, counties, municipaliti...
View More06/17/2023
Cyclist Safety Bicycling is a great way to stay fit, save money on transportation, reduce your carbon footprint, and enjoy the outdoors. However, it's important to remember that bicycling comes with risks, and safety should always be a top priority when riding, especially in a city. In a 2018 report from the Active Transportation Alliance, a bicyclist was killed almost every third day in the gre...
View More06/12/2023
In Illinois, bicyclists are subject to the same rules of the road as drivers of motor vehicles, meaning bicyclists must obey traffic signals, stop signs, and other traffic control devices and ride in the same direction as traffic. Here are some specific bicycle safety laws and regulations in Illinois: Helmet Law: No statewide law in Illinois requires bicyclists to wear helmets. However, some c...
View More05/26/2023
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The month-long observance aims to educate about the importance of mental health, promote mental wellness, reduce stigma, and encourage people to take care of their mental health and seek help when needed. Certain events or incidents may have mental health implications, and legal avenues exist to take action in response to emotional or mental distress caused b...
View More05/26/2023
The Illinois Attorney General's investigation, released on Tuesday, has uncovered a disturbing truth: over 450 Catholic clergy members in Illinois have sexually abused nearly 2,000 children since 1950, far exceeding what the church had previously disclosed. Commencing in 2018, the investigation undertaken by over 25 diligent staff members consisted of meticulous review of more than 100,000 pages ...
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