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  Dogs are arguably the most popular pet in the United States. However, dog bites can cause significant injuries. There are various laws regarding dogs and dog bite incidents that you need to be aware of in Illinois. Here, our Chicago dog bite lawyers want to discuss some of these laws and how they can…

If you or a loved one have been injured in a car accident caused by the actions of another driver in Illinois, you should be entitled to compensation for losses. Most car accident cases are resolved through settlements with insurance carriers, but that is not always an easy process. There are times when insurance carriers…

Car accident injuries can lead to significant setbacks for victims. Not only can a car accident victim experience significant pain and suffering, but they may also not be able to go about their daily activities or work while they recover. When most people think of car accident injuries, they think of lacerations, broken bones, head…

A letter of protection (LOP) is not something that most personal injury victims will be familiar with. An LOP is a letter sent to a medical professional by a personal injury attorney who is representing somebody injured due to the careless or negligent actions of another individual. A letter of protection is meant to guarantee…

If you or somebody you care about has been involved in a car accident caused by the actions of another driver, you should be entitled to compensation for your injuries. However, securing this compensation is going to involve dealing with aggressive insurance carriers and at-fault parties. A key factor in determining liability and obtaining maximum…

If you or a loved one have been injured in a car accident caused by the careless or negligent actions of another driver in Illinois, you are likely entitled to compensation. Generally, car accident claims are resolved through settlements with insurance carriers. However, if an insurance carrier or at-fault party refuses to offer a fair…

Getting into a car accident can be a scary and confusing experience for drivers and passengers. However, vehicle accidents happen regularly in and around the Chicago area. When a vehicle crash does occur, those involved can expect to have to deal with insurance carriers soon after the incident happens. Regardless of which party was at…

Walking across the street could turn into a dangerous proposition for pedestrians. Pedestrians have very little protection from the force of a vehicle slamming into them, so any impact with the vehicle could result in severe injuries. Here, our Chicago pedestrian accident lawyers want to discuss who is at fault if a pedestrian is jaywalking…

If you or somebody you care about has been injured in a vehicle accident caused by the careless or negligent actions of another driver, you are likely entitled to compensation for your injuries and property damage. However, receiving your rightful compensation is often a difficult task, particularly when dealing with aggressive insurance carriers and at-fault…

Vehicle accidents occur all the time in Illinois, and they are usually caused by the careless or negligent actions of other drivers. However, vehicle accidents are also caused by unsafe roadway conditions. Determining liability in the aftermath of a vehicle crash caused by an unsafe roadway condition can be difficult. Here, we want to discuss…