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Elements of a Wrongful Death Case

Published on: February 10, 2021 | by Seidman, Margulis & Fairman, LLP

Wrongful Death | February 10, 2021

Wrongful death lawsuits can arise anytime somebody loses their life due to the careless, negligent, or intentional actions of somebody else. These cases can be challenging, and family members are often left wondering how to proceed with their situation. It is strongly encouraged that family members of those wrongfully killed seek assistance from a qualified Chicago wrongful death attorney to help with their case. Here, we want to discuss how hard it is to prove a wrongful death claim as well as the elements of a successful wrongful death case.

The Elements Needed for a Successful Wrongful Death Claim

Are Damages Limited or Capped in Medical Malpractice Cases?

Published on: February 7, 2021 | by Seidman, Margulis & Fairman, LLP

Medical malpractice | February 7, 2021

Medical mistakes can lead to devastating injuries or illnesses for victims. Not only can medical mistakes exasperate existing patient conditions, but they can also cause new injuries or illnesses that afflict the patient. Unfortunately, researchers at Johns Hopkins show that preventable medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the United States.

These mistakes also leave many survivors in their wakes, such as victims and family members that are left dealing with the devastating consequences. Here, our Chicago medical malpractice lawyers want to discuss whether or not the amount of compensation available in a medical malpractice lawsuit is capped by law in Illinois.

What Is An Underride Accident?

Published on: February 5, 2021 | by Seidman, Margulis & Fairman, LLP

Truck Accidents | February 5, 2021

Crashes involving large commercial trucks often result in severe injuries for drivers and passengers in traditional vehicles. Semi-trucks and other large commercial vehicles are higher off the ground than most other vehicles on the roadway. This can lead to devastating accidents if a vehicle lower to the ground impacts the larger truck. Unfortunately, smaller vehicles tend to “ride” underneath these larger trucks as a result of the momentum of the crash. These incidents are called underride accidents. If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident, contact our Chicago truck accident lawyers today.

Understanding an Underride Accident in Illinois

What is a Demand Letter?

Published on: February 2, 2021 | by Seidman, Margulis & Fairman, LLP

Personal Injury | February 2, 2021

If you or somebody you care about has been injured due to the careless or negligent actions of somebody else, you may be entitled to compensation through an insurance settlement or through a jury verdict after a personal injury lawsuit has been filed. Personal injury cases can become complex, and there is likely some language that you may be unaware of as you start this journey. You may have heard the term “demand letter.” Here, our Chicago personal injury lawyers want to discuss what a demand letter is, how the letter will be used, and some of the responses injury victims could receive from the people they send the “demand” to.

A demand letter is a preliminary part of the personal injury settlement process. The letter is an attempt to resolve any dispute between the injury victim and the at-fault party (or their insurance carrier). A letter sent to the at-fault party should be clear and concise, and it should look professional. In fact, we strongly encourage any injury victim to work with a skilled personal injury lawyer who can help them through this process.

Your Guide To Filling A Nursing Home Abuse Lawsuit In Illinois

Published on: January 20, 2021 | by Seidman, Margulis & Fairman, LLP

nursing home abuse,Nursing home accidents | January 20, 2021

Nobody should ever have to worry about their loved one suffering from any kind of abuse inside a nursing home. Unfortunately, there are times when nursing home staff members abuse residents in their facilities in some way. If you discover that your loved one has been the victim of nursing home abuse in Illinois, you should speak to a Chicago nursing home abuse attorney as soon as possible. Here, we want to discuss some of the most common questions nursing home abuse victims and their family members have when trying to move forward and recover compensation for what happened.

Your Guide To Filling A Nursing Home Abuse Lawsuit In Illinois

Most Common Types Of Nursing Home Abuse In Illinois

What Is the Difference Between Wrongful Death and Survival Action?

Published on: January 19, 2021 | by Seidman, Margulis & Fairman, LLP

Wrongful Death | January 19, 2021

Survival Actions vs. Wrongful Death Claims
Losing a loved one is incredibly difficult, particularly if their death was caused by the careless, negligent, or wrongful actions of another individual. The personal representative of the deceased person’s estate is generally able to file a wrongful death lawsuit and a survival action on behalf of the family members of the deceased and the deceased’s estate. There is often confusion about the difference between a wrongful death lawsuit and a survival action. Here, we want to define these two types of civil actions and look at the types of compensation available to family members for each.

Wrongful Death Claims In Illinois

What Is Additur & Remittitur?

Published on: January 16, 2021 | by Seidman, Margulis & Fairman, LLP

Legal Articles,Personal Injury | January 16, 2021

What Is Additur & Remittitur?
When a personal injury case goes to trial, a jury verdict will often return a certain amount of money awarded to the plaintiff. In general, both parties in the case, the plaintiff and the defendant, have the ability to appeal the decision that the jury makes if they disagree with it. There are times, however, when the jury returns an award that is excessively low or excessively high. In these cases, additur and remittitur could be used, in lieu of an appeal, to increase or decrease the total damages awarded. Here, we want to discuss these two terms and how they are used in personal injury cases.

What is Additur?

What is a Catastrophic Injury?

Published on: January 13, 2021 | by Seidman, Margulis & Fairman, LLP

Personal Injury | January 13, 2021

What is a Catastrophic Injury?
Injuries occur all the time, but not all of them are considered “catastrophic.” When classifying injuries, it is important to know the difference between a regular injury that a person may sustain and a catastrophic injury that could have long-lasting, even life-altering consequences. A catastrophic injury is one that will significantly affect the victim’s quality of life, their ability to perform daily activities, and their ability to work. Here, our Chicago personal injury lawyers want to discuss catastrophic injuries, particularly what types of injuries are considered catastrophic as well as what kind of compensation victims could receive if their injuries were caused by the actions of another individual.

Types Of Catastrophic Injuries

How To File A Wrongful Death Lawsuit In Illinois

Published on: January 10, 2021 | by Seidman, Margulis & Fairman, LLP

Wrongful Death | January 10, 2021

Your Guide To Filing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Illinois
Losing a loved one is incredibly difficult. This is particularly true if the death of somebody you care about was caused by the negligent or wrongful actions of another individual, business, or entity. When this occurs, the responsible party may be held liable through a wrongful death lawsuit in civil court in Illinois. Here, we want to discuss the most relevant information that family members need to know if they are thinking about filing a wrongful death lawsuit in Illinois. These cases can become incredibly complicated, and you need to work with an attorney to help walk you through this process.

How Much Does A Wrongful Death Lawsuit Cost?

How To File A Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit In Illinois

Published on: January 8, 2021 | by Seidman, Margulis & Fairman, LLP

Motorcycle Accident,Personal Injury | January 8, 2021

Your Guide To Filing a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit In Illinois
Motorcycle accidents can result in severe injuries for victims because motorcyclists do not have much protection from the force of a vehicle slamming into them. If you or somebody you care about has been injured in a motorcycle accident caused by the careless or negligent actions of another driver, you need to seek legal assistance as soon as possible. Here, we want to discuss some of the most common questions motorcycle crash victims have about lawsuits surrounding these cases. Data available from the Illinois Department of Transportation shows us that there were 2,266 total motorcyclist injuries and 119 motorcyclist fatalities across the state during the latest reporting year. If you have been injured in an accident, contact our Chicago motorcycle accident lawyers today for a free case evaluation.

What Is The Average Payout For A Motorcycle Accident?

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The Elements Needed for a Successful Wrongful Death Claim

Understanding an Underride Accident in Illinois

Most Common Types Of Nursing Home Abuse In Illinois

Wrongful Death Claims In Illinois

What is Additur?

Types Of Catastrophic Injuries

How Much Does A Wrongful Death Lawsuit Cost?

What Is The Average Payout For A Motorcycle Accident?