Downers Grove Personal Injury Attorneys

When someone suffers harm because of someone else's carelessness, they and their family may experience a variety of problems that could affect their lives. Medical bills can add up quickly after a serious injury. When a person is unable to work while recovering from an injury, the reduction in household income can lead to financial problems. The recovery process itself can be exhausting and traumatic, and it may last for months or even years. A person in this situation will need to understand what steps they can take to recover compensation from the party who was responsible for their injury.

At Schwartz Injury Law, our personal injury attorneys represent clients in Downers Grove who have been injured because of negligence. With our years of experience handling these cases, we know how to help our clients maximize the compensation they can receive. We will take the time to investigate each case carefully, gather medical records and expert opinions, and fight to secure compensation that will provide our clients with the resources they need as they recover from their injuries and put their lives back together.

Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect

As people get older, they may need assistance with medical concerns and other daily needs, and in many cases, they can live in nursing homes where staff members will make sure they receive the proper care. Unfortunately, issues such as understaffing and poor training can put nursing home residents at risk of serious harm. Nursing home abuse and neglect can lead to multiple types of injuries, including:

• Bedsores: Painful pressure ulcers can develop when a person who is unable to move on their own is left in the same position for a long period of time. Neglect by staff members at nursing homes can lead to bedsores, and they can lead to infections and other health issues if they are not treated correctly.
• Malnutrition and Dehydration: When staff members at a nursing home fail to monitor the food and water intake of residents who need help with eating or drinking, a person may experience serious health issues that could put their life at risk.
• Falls: Inadequate supervision and failure to provide assistance can lead to serious fall injuries for elderly people who have mobility issues. Falls may also be caused by hazards in a nursing home, such as electrical cords in walkways or floors that are damaged.
• Medication Errors: Staff members may provide nursing home residents with the incorrect dosages of medications, they may mix up medications for different people, or they may fail to provide medications altogether. These errors can lead to serious health complications.
• Emotional and Physical Abuse: Staff members may cause harm to residents through intimidation, isolation, physical abuse, or sexual abuse. A failure to properly supervise residents could lead to abuse committed by other parties.

Product Liability

Companies that produce and sell products have a legal obligation to make sure their products are safe. When a product contains a design flaw or a manufacturing defect, it may not function correctly, and it may put people at risk. Products may also be dangerous because of inadequate warnings or instructions, which can lead to injuries when people are unaware of potential risks or do not know how to use a product safely. Product liability claims can address injuries caused by defective products, including:

• Medical Devices: Implants, surgical tools, or monitoring equipment that does not function correctly can cause serious harm to patients.
• Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drugs: Medications may have undisclosed side effects that can put their users at risk. Some medications may become contaminated with toxic substances.
• Children's Toys: Items with choking hazards, toxic materials, or parts that break easily can cause serious injuries to children.
• Household Appliances: Products such as space heaters or kitchen equipment may have design flaws or electrical defects that could lead to fires or electrocutions.
• Auto Parts: Defective brakes, airbags, tires, or other parts may fail, which can lead to serious car accidents.
• Food Products: Contamination can occur when foods are manufactured, packaged, or transported, and people may suffer serious illnesses due to being exposed to bacteria, viruses, or toxic chemicals.