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A person who has sustained injuries in an accident caused by a Great Lakes cruise line’s negligent actions or failure to keep the accident from happening can bring a lawsuit against the liable cruise line. Through this lawsuit, the injured person can obtain financial compensation for damages suffered because of the accident. However, they must […]

If a person gets injured at a zoo, they should immediately report the incident to the zoo authorities and gather important information about the scene of the incident. The injured party should then seek immediate medical attention, even if they have no noticeable injuries. The Course of Action After a Zoo Accident Without having a […]

Understanding what TBIs are and what they mean for their loved one’s futures may help people support family members with traumatic brain injuries. Whether suffered due to a fall, in a motor vehicle accident, or in some other incident, the effects of TBIs may impact how people function every day. Consequently, such injuries may affect […]

Courts in Illinois and throughout the U.S. have started holding third-party sellers liable for dangerous or defective products purchased online. More people are opting to shop online instead of going to traditional brick-and-mortar stores. When accidents occur involving products purchased online through E-commerce platforms such as Amazon, however, consumers may not know who to hold […]

Backyard grilling accidents occur all too often, and they may result in serious injuries or death. Research conducted by the National Fire Protection Association found that on average between 2014 and 2018, fire departments across the country responded to 10,600 grill-related fires. Barbecues offer a fun way for people to get together with family, friends, […]

Challenges to the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act may significantly impact the outcomes of future claims. Biometrics, or people’s unique biological traits, may include the data contained in retinal scans, fingerprints, voiceprints, and facial geometry. Using technological advancements, businesses and employers may put biometrics to work to aid in areas such as time management, security […]

In January, the Illinois General Assembly passed House Bill 3360 that sought to impose a prejudgment interest of 9% per year on wrongful death and personal injury claims. Governor J.B. Pritzker vetoed the bill for several reasons, leading to a few significant changes made to the initial bill. On May 28, the governor signed the […]

A person involved in a boating accident caused by a boat defect or negligence can pursue compensation. Boat manufacturers, dealers, operators, and owners should exercise the utmost care to minimize the risk of an accident. If failure to do so results in someone suffering serious injuries in a boating crash, the victim can file a […]

Drivers and passengers involved in single-vehicle accidents caused by the negligence of others may be able to recover compensation from responsible third parties. In many single-car accidents, the car driver is not at fault. Several factors come into play in single-vehicle accidents that can make other parties responsible for the accidents. Vehicle Defects Manufacturers can […]

Personal injury victims may be able to receive economic, non-economic, and punitive damages in a personal injury case. Damages are the term for the compensation that a person is entitled to from the entity that is legally responsible for his or her injuries. (Article continues below infographic) Economic Damages Economic damages are quantifiable monetary amounts […]