Do You Need a Lawyer for a Minor Car Accident in Illinois?
When you find yourself in the unfortunate spot of a minor car accident in Illinois, the immediate question that often arises is, 'Do I need a lawyer?' Many assume that minor accidents, which...
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Understanding the Three Types of Personal Injury Damages
Understanding personal injury damages is critical for anyone navigating a claim. These damages can provide much-needed financial support and justice for individuals who have been wrongfully injured...
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Distracted Driving: Awareness and Legal Insights
April's Pledge: Ending Distracted DrivingEach year, Distracted Driving Awareness Month serves as a critical reminder of the life-altering consequences caused by a split-second of inattention behind...
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Spring Break Travel: Stay Safe and Know Your Rights
Spring break is just around the corner, bringing with it the promise of unforgettable road trips, sun-soaked beach vacations, and thrilling adventures. This season is all about unwinding and having...
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What Insurance Companies Don’t Tell You About Personal Injury Claims
In the complex world of personal injury claims, understanding how insurance companies operate can be both enlightening and empowering. When you’re injured, and it isn’t your fault, dealing with...
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Navigating Social Media During Injury Cases
In today's world, sharing our lives on social media is second nature. However, if you're involved in a personal injury case, it's crucial to understand how your online activities can impact your...
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Slip and Fall Cases: Legal Essentials and Next Steps
Slip-and-fall accidents happen more often than many realize, and their impact can be both physically and financially devastating. Understanding the legal landscape surrounding these cases is...
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What to Do If You Get Hurt: A Personal Injury Guide
Being injured can be a daunting and unsettling experience, leaving you feeling stressed and confused about what comes next. It's crucial to remain calm and take appropriate action early to protect...
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Your Rights as a Rideshare Passenger in an Accident: What You Need to Know
With the rise of rideshare services like Uber and Lyft, more people are opting for the convenience they provide. However, the increasing number of rideshare users also brings a higher chance of...
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Injured as a Passenger in an Uber or Lyft? Here’s What You Need to Know About Your Rights
As a passenger in an Uber or Lyft, you have rights and protections if you suffer an injury during a ride. These rideshare companies offer significant convenience, but accidents can happen....
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Fire Trucks Outside My Apt Today!
The sirens could be heard from blocks away, and then about ten fire trucks, ambulances, and a hook and ladder truck came down my street and stopped, the firemen jumping out of their trucks,...
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Tough Call On Not Enough UM Insurance
My client called me a couple of months ago with bad news. She had been rear-ended by an uninsured driver. I told her that somewhere around 20% of all drivers on the road in Illinois are driving...
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I Was Injured By An Uninsured Driver. What Can I Do About It?
In Illinois, when YOU have insurance, you are protecting yourself against the possibility that you’ll be hit and hurt by someone without insurance. That part of YOUR policy is called the Uninsured...
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Changes To Insurance Limits In Illinois For 2021? – Spoiler…. There Are None.
No changes in Illinois minimum coverage for 2021! That’s the headline and the bad news. Auto insurance is required for every vehicle in Illinois, and the state requires minimum coverage of $25,000...
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I’ve Been Hurt In A Crash. Should I Wait To See A Doctor?
If you are hurt in a crash, it is crucial that you seek medical attention as soon as possible. First of all, assessing your injuries and getting the treatment you need is what’s best for you. This...
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What’s The Effect Of Covid Pandemic On Court And UM Claims?
The Covid pandemic has ravaged society, with effects on every level of everyday life. It has also affected court cases and uninsured motorist cases, though in different ways. For the most part,...
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Can I Handle An Uninsured Motorist Injury Claim Myself?
The quick answer is sure you can. Your insurance policy has provisions that deal with the possibility that you or a family member driving your car will be hit by a driver with no insurance, or not...
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I’m Hurt And I Don’t Have Medical Insurance!
Medical insurance isn’t so streamlined in America. The latest statistics reveal that, even after the creation of the Affordable Care Act, there are millions and millions of people without health...
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Do I Have Enough Auto Insurance?
How much insurance do you really need? Well, the short answer is “the more, the better,” but it gets expensive, right? That said, my strong advice is that you need AT LEAST coverage of 100/300 to...
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Higher UM Limits For Illinois
Several years ago, the State of Illinois amended their statutes regarding minimum limits on automobile liability coverage. The minimum limit was raised from 20/40 to 25/50. Along with that raise in...
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Your Uninsured Motorist Coverage Protects You On Your Bike
I recently settled a claim for a client who had been badly hurt when she was struck by a car while riding her bike. She was thrown to the sidewalk, landing on her shoulder and head, then spent...
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Protecting Subro Rights When Filing For Underinsured Motorist (UIM) Claim
A requirement under most Illinois insurance policies is that the possible subrogation rights of the UIM carrier must be protected, or waived by that carrier, before making a settlement on the...
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