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Illinois Civil Pretrial Interest Law Takes Effect!

A new law has gone into effect in Illinois which will provide 6% interest to injured Plaintiffs who are victorious at trial after having a settlement demand rejected by a Defendant. From the time that a lawsuit is filed, the Plaintiff will be entitled to interest following a victory at trial to the extent of the amount of the verdict…

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A Guide to Uninsured Motorist Claims

Car accidents cause pain and trauma, and cost money. When you’re involved in a car accident, you just want the subsequent problems to go away. You want your whiplash, your constant headaches, the medical bills, and the memories of the day to disappear. But what if you’ve been hit by an uninsured motorist? Insurance should at least alleviate the financial stress caused by…

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How does PEDA work for Police Officers and Firefighters?

The Public Employee Disability Act (PEDA), codified under 5 ILCS 345/, is an Illinois law that provides financial assistance to first responders and other qualified employees, such as correctional officers, who get injured in the line of duty. Although first responders are generally aware of PEDA, they are often not sure about how to qualify for benefits, nor the proper amount…

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5 Things A Motorcycle Accident Attorney Can Help You With

Illinois motorcyclists are involved in around 3,400 crashes each year. These accidents can be devastating and they can leave motorcyclists buried under a mountain of paperwork, bills and confusion. That’s where a motorcycle accident attorney can come in! Figuring out what to do after a motorcycle accident and how to handle the sudden demands on your time and attention can be overwhelming. A motorcycle accident attorney…

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Victory Over Amazon: Brent Eames Wins Spinal Fusion for Injured Client at Trial

Our client was working as a packer for Amazon when she suffered an injury to her lower back as a result bending, lifting, and twisting on the line. After conservative treatment failed to resolve her pain, she was recommended to undergo a spinal fusion surgery by her treating orthopedic doctor. Amazon responded by retaining two different doctors to dispute our…

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What to Do If You’ve Been in a Semi Truck Crash

Have you been in an accident with a semi-truck? Driving a truck is one of the more difficult jobs out there. On top of being able to drive a massive and complex vehicle in all sorts of tight scenarios, they’re responsible for transporting valuable cargo and hitting tight deadlines. That doesn’t excuse anyone from unsafe driving, however. An accident involving…

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How Much Is a Good Settlement for a Motorcycle Accident?

Motorcycle ownership is at an all-time high in America. With more bikers on the road, though, there’s also been an increase in motorcycle accidents. If you’ve been in a crash, you’re likely wondering what your claim is worth. How much is a good settlement for a motorcycle accident, anyway? The short answer is that a good settlement pays you back for every loss the…

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This Week is National Work Zone Awareness Week!

Car accidents in work zones occur daily, and claim the lives of far too many construction workers and drivers across America. In fact, a person is killed in a work zone accident every 15 hours nationwide! According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics more than 1800 workers were killed at road construction sites between 2003 and 2017. On average, that’s…

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