After an accident, you may be wondering what to do if you slip and fall in a store. You may have a negligence or premises liability claim against the store. A slip and fall at the store can lead to severe injuries, such as broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, or lacerations. Crowded stores, icy parking
Contingency fees for lawyers in a personal injury case mean the lawyer only receives compensation for his/her legal services if there’s a successful outcome for the client. Lawyers that work on contingency fee basis tend to include personal injury and workers’ compensation attorneys. In those cases, the client is already hurting physically and financially, this
Snow and ice are just a way of life during winter in Chicago. Snow and ice can swallow sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and roadways, leaving many to wonder: can you sue for slipping on ice? Under the theory of premises liability, property owners and managers are required to keep their property safe and free from hazards. The
Victims of violence at the hands of the cops may be able to pursue compensation by filing a Chicago police lawsuit. In police negligence cases, the plaintiff (or victim) must prove that the police breached their duty of care and caused plaintiff’s injuries. Chicago police injury attorneys may help you understand your legal rights and
Personal injury victims maybe wondering, “How much compensation will I get for a broken neck?” You may be eligible to receive compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. More types of compensation may be available to you, such as other economic, non-economic, and punitive damages. That said, there’s no guarantee that
Determining liability for food poisoning involves examining the facts and the applicable law. Often, liability for food poisoning invokes several areas of the law, such as personal injury and product liability. In some cases, premises liability law may be at play. Food safety negligence is one of the leading causes of food-related illnesses. According to the U.S.
When do you qualify for long term disability? You may qualify for long term disability in Illinois if your employer has long term disability insurance, and you suffer from a disability that renders you unable to work. What would happen if you were suddenly unable to work as a result of an accident or injury?
You may have a personal injury claim for a child if someone else’s negligence harmed them. Parents, guardians, or, in some cases, other immediate family members may file the claim on behalf of the child. Personal injury accidents can happen to anyone and anywhere. As much as we want to keep our children safe from
First, what happens in a wrongful death lawsuit is the surviving family member’s investigate or file a claim. If they choose to hire a wrongful death attorney, then the attorney may advise them on their rights and file the claim on their behalf. Depending on the circumstance, you may file a claim with the applicable
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