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Although a motorcycle can be a convenient and enjoyable means of transportation, riders face significant risks of accidents, particularly in the busy urban area of Chicago. Even though motorcycle accidents represent a small share of all crashes in Chicago, they lead to a far greater percentage of catastrophic and fatal…

After a car accident, you may be facing expensive medical bills, time out of work, and daily pain that disrupts your life in ways you never could have imagined. If someone else was to blame for your crash, though, you can seek financial relief for the damages you have suffered….

A heart attack typically must be treated within one hour of the onset of symptoms to minimize muscle death and scarring, and misdiagnosis is often fatal. Unfortunately, approximately 11,000 heart attacks are misdiagnosed each year. Heart attack victims might have a cause of action for medical malpractice if their condition…

A stroke occurs when the flow of blood to the brain is interrupted or reduced. During a stroke, the brain tissue does not get enough oxygen and nutrients, and brain cells can begin to die within minutes, according to the Mayo Clinic. A stroke is always a serious medical emergency,…

Construction is usually a sign of growth and improvement in an area, but not everything that construction brings is positive. These sites involve the use of dangerous equipment, such as scaffolding, which can injure workers and passersby alike when something goes wrong. Too many people are injured and killed each…

There are 6,628 people over the age of 65 living in Waukegan, according to demographic information from the city. That is a total of 7.4 percent of the city’s entire population. Many of these senior citizens require long-term care, particularly as they reach the age of 70 and older. Making…

Whether you work at a construction site or in an office, an on-the-job injury can seriously affect your ability to earn a living and provide for your family. Although you may be entitled to workers’ compensation, these benefits are limited in what they cover ─ medical expenses and only a…

Chicago Heights is a beautiful community filled with lots to see and do, with streets lined with interesting architecture, as well as a number of restaurants, shops, and other places of interest. Unfortunately, Chicago Heights is also the location of many accidents that are caused by the negligent actions of…

When vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians’ intended routes of travel intersect, it is vital to all involved to observe the “right of way.” Right of way rules establish who must yield to whom at T-intersections, uncontrolled intersections, school zones, and other situations. These rules exist to help traffic flow and keep…