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Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C., Investigating E.coli Outbreak at Bridgeport Restaurant
Chicago, IL (Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C.) – A victim of the recent E.coli outbreak at Carbon Live Fire Mexican Grill (300 W. 26th Street) has chosen the Chicago law firm of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C., to represent her in a possible cause of action. Pamela Hollins, 57, was…
Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C., Associate Brian Salvi Marries Chicago Lawyer
CHICAGO, Ill. (Salvi Law) – Brian Salvi, an associate at Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C., and son of managing equity partner Patrick A. Salvi, married Chicago lawyer Eirene-Gin Nakamura-Salvi in April. The Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C., wedding took place on April 2, 2016 at the Bel-Air Bay Club in…
Report Claims Medical Errors May Be Third Leading Cause of Death in U.S.
CHICAGO (Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C.) – A new study suggests medical errors may be the third leading cause of death in the United States. And even more shocking, most medical errors go unobserved. Medical malpractice occurs when a medical professional fails to adhere to an applicable standard of medical…
Snapchat Lawsuit Highlights the Many Forms of Distracted Driving
CHICAGO (April 27, 2016) – Snapchat, an increasingly- popular app that is now worth more than $19 billion, can serve as a great communication tool. The app allows you to send videos or pictures of yourself with a filter or a caption, and then disappears after viewing. But the app…
Life After Traumatic Brain Injury: The Real Cost of Rehabilitation
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most expensive types of injuries that a person can suffer. The medical costs can be staggering. A person with TBI may also lose a tremendous amount of money due to the inability to work. Of course, pain and suffering must be taken…
New 2015 Laws for Illinois Drivers
There are some new laws that will take effect January 1, 2016 that Illinois drivers will want to be aware of when they get behind the wheel in the New Year. Repeat DUI Offenders Must Use a Breath-Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device for 5 years A new law will prevent repeat…
Halloween Ranks High for Holiday ER Visits
Halloween is a fun holiday for children and parents alike. The holiday allows neighborhoods and communities in Chicago and throughout Illinois to come together for activities such as parties and trick-or-treating. Although we do not like to think about personal injury risks on a holiday like this one, injuries happen…
Haunted House Injury Risks Aren’t Too Scary – If You’re Prepared
So, you are a private homeowner or organization that has decided to operate a haunted house, pumpkin patch, corn maze or zombie run this Halloween season. So, you are a private homeowner or organization that has decided to operate a haunted house, pumpkin patch, corn maze or zombie run this…
What Are the Possible Dangers of Having an IVC Blood Clot Filter?
Blood clot filters are supposed to help save lives. They are commonly used on patients who are unable to tolerate blood-thinning medications. However, NBC News recently conducted an investigation into one U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved device: The Recovery blood clot filter by C.R. Bard, Inc. The news organization…
Sometimes, Danger Is Real at Amusement Parks
We like amusement park rides like those at Six Flags Great America because they take us to danger’s edge. Even though we are racing at breakneck speeds through twists and turns or suddenly plunging to the ground, we usually feel confident that the danger isn’t real. Thinking we are safe…
