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Appellate Court Reverses Dismissal of Willful & Wanton Claim

Construction workers face some of the most serious and deadly accidents in their line of work. Whether it's dangerous machinery,...

Appellate Court Upholds Dismissal of Negligence Complaint

Arbitration agreements often come in situations involving personal injury lawsuits. Many people do not take the time to read what...

Appellate Court Discusses Contribution & Vicarious Liability

When multiple parties are involved in a car accident, the determination of who is liable and to what extent can...

Illinois Supreme Court Dismisses Trip and Fall Case

If you are injured in a Chicago slip and fall accident, you may be entitled to compensation from the person...

Illinois Appellate Court Affirms Summary Judgment

Most people have experienced some type of trip and fall in their lives. In most cases, the tumble can be...

Court Reverses Summary Judgment for Insurer

A common issue that arises after a motor vehicle accident is whether the parties involved in the accident have insurance...

Illinois Appellate Court Upholds Summary Judgment for City

When you are injured on someone else's property, you can bring a personal injury action against the owner of the...

Appellate Court Reverses Summary Judgment for Defendant

As winter approaches, Chicago property owners should review the rules that apply to maintain a safe property for pedestrians, guests,...

Illinois Appellate Court Upholds Dismissal of Slip and Fall

If you live in Chicago, you know that ice and snow are a serious threat to safety. Countless Illinois slip...

Illinois Appellate Court Affirms Dismissal of Civil Claim

The workers' compensation system is designed to provide benefits for injured workers if the injury occurred in the course and...

Appellate Court Issues Ruling on Intoxication Exclusion

Rental cars offer an incredibly convenient way to travel when you are away from home on vacation or a business...

Court Reverses Summary Judgment in Slip and Fall Case

Slip and fall accidents are one of the most painful and sudden types of premises liability injuries that Chicago residents...

Appellate Court Reverses Summary Judgment for Landowner

Landowners owe a duty to guests to ensure that the property is reasonably safe and to provide warnings against any...

Illinois Appellate Court Reverses Denial of Motion

One of the most challenging aspects of any personal injury claim is preparing for trial. This involves gathering as much...

Court of Appeal Issues Decision in Complex Insurance Dispute

Work-related injuries often raise complicated issues regarding liability especially when multiple insurance companies are involved. It can be incredibly difficult...

Appellate Court Rejects Car Accident Victims’ Appeal

Insurance policies can be pretty confusing, especially if you are trying to cover medical bills after a car accident. The...

Appellate Court Reverses Order Allowing Expert to Testify

Elevator accidents are incredibly dangerous, but they can be avoided if the owner and operator of the elevator performs routine...

Court Upholds Denial of New Trial in Trip and Fall Case

Trip and fall accidents can happen virtually anywhere, and oftentimes they happen when you least expect. In some cases, the...

Court Reverses Grant of New Trial in Catastrophic Injury

When you suffer serious and catastrophic injuries, it is important to ensure that you seek enough compensation to cover your...

Appellate Court Discusses Vicarious Liability Doctrine

The theory of vicarious liability states that an employer will be held liable for the tortious actions of its employees...

Appellate Court Reverses Pedestrian Accident Case Dismissal

Ride-sharing services are becoming a popular way for people to get from one place to another. For all their conveniences,...

Court Upholds Summary Judgment in Favor of Defendant

Workers' compensation claims can be complex, especially when multiple employers are involved. As seasoned Chicago work injury lawyers, we are...

Appellate Court Issues Decision in Nursing Home Neglect Case

One of the most tragic types of personal injury cases that we see involves nursing home abuse. Individuals trust these...

Appellate Court Upholds Decision Allowing Injured Worker

When you are injured due to another driver's negligence, an important aspect of your recovery is determining which insurance policies...