Blog Category: Personal Injury

• Food Poisoning from Costco, Mariano’s, or Boar’s Head? You Need a Lawyer

   Posted on April 09, 2025

• Can a Pedestrian Be At-Fault in an Accident?

   Posted on February 28, 2025

• Can Public Servants File Personal Injury Claims Against Civilians?

   Posted on January 28, 2025

• How a Personal Injury Lawsuit Can Address Disfigurement and Scarring

   Posted on December 09, 2024

• What Should I Do if I Think I Got Listeria from Food?

   Posted on November 19, 2024

• Can I Sue an Illinois Bar That Served Too Much Alcohol to the Drunk Driver Who Hit Me?

   Posted on November 05, 2024

• Why is Medical Assistance Important Even for Minor Injuries?

   Posted on October 14, 2024

• The Differences Between Truck and Car Accidents 

   Posted on May 06, 2024

• Jaywalking and Pedestrian Accidents in Illinois

   Posted on April 30, 2024

• Can a Minor Pedestrian Accident Result in Severe Injuries?

   Posted on December 22, 2023

• Can You Recover from a Catastrophic Injury?

   Posted on October 26, 2023

• Do Wrongful Death Cases Result in Automatic Compensation?

   Posted on October 16, 2023

• How and Why Do Rollover Accidents Happen?

   Posted on October 05, 2023

• Understanding the Causes of Pedestrian Accidents

   Posted on September 26, 2023

• Injury Claims After Suffering an Injury While Not Wearing a Seatbelt

   Posted on September 13, 2023

• Improperly Loaded Trucks Can Cause Deadly Accidents

   Posted on September 08, 2023

• Top 3 Causes of Serious Car Accidents

   Posted on August 04, 2023

• If Your Fire Alarm Did Not Go Off During a Fire, it May Have Been Defective

   Posted on July 17, 2023

• Common Swimming Pool Accidents and What You Can do

   Posted on July 06, 2023

• Can I File a Wrongful Death Claim if My Family Member Was Killed in a Fatal Motorcycle Crash?

   Posted on May 16, 2023

• Long-Term Effects of Traumatic Brain Injury Are Life-Changing

   Posted on April 18, 2023

• Exploring the Dangers of Sleepy Driving

   Posted on April 11, 2023

• Sterigenics Agrees to Settle More Than 800 Ethylene Oxide Lawsuits

   Posted on January 23, 2023

• Understanding Different Types of Driving Distractions in Illinois

   Posted on January 12, 2023

• Construction Site Accidents: What Are Your Rights as an Injured Worker?

   Posted on January 06, 2023

• Did you Suffer Injuries Due to a Defective Pacemaker?

   Posted on December 22, 2022

• Birth Injuries Related to Meconium Aspiration

   Posted on November 18, 2022

• How Can Victims of Camp Lejeune Water Prove They Were Harmed?

   Posted on August 31, 2022

• Drinking Water at Camp Lejeune Caused Serious Health Problems 

   Posted on August 19, 2022

• What Should I Do if I Lost My Vision In an Accident? 

   Posted on August 04, 2022

• Legal Options After a Birth Injury Causes Infant Brain Damage

   Posted on July 28, 2022

• Personal Injury Claims Involving Loose Cargo Truck Accidents

   Posted on July 26, 2022

• Injuries and Deaths Caused by Drivers Intoxicated by Marijuana

   Posted on July 08, 2022

• Face Injuries Suffered in an Accident Can Be Life-Changing

   Posted on June 17, 2022

• How Much Compensation Can Be Recovered for a Catastrophic Injury Caused by Negligence?

   Posted on May 05, 2022

• Your Questions About Taking Legal Action After a Fatal Car Crash in Illinois

   Posted on April 29, 2022

• Is a Daycare Legally Responsible for a Child’s Serious Injury or Death?

   Posted on April 26, 2022

• My Child Choked on a Toy and Died. Can I Sue the Manufacturer? 

   Posted on March 31, 2022

• I Was Seriously Hurt By A Chiropractor and Had to Pay for Medical Treatment. Can I Recover Damages? 

   Posted on March 16, 2022

• Can I Still Sue for Personal Injury in an Illinois Motorcycle Accident if I Was Not Wearing a Helmet? 

   Posted on February 28, 2022

• Can I Sue if I Was Badly Burned at a Restaurant in Illinois? 

   Posted on February 23, 2022

• Is There Anything I Can Do If My Spouse Was Killed in an Illinois Motorcycle Accident? 

   Posted on February 11, 2022

• What Can I Do if My Child was Disfigured By a Dog Attack in Illinois? 

   Posted on January 24, 2022

• Three Common Causes of Fatal Truck Accidents in Illinois

   Posted on January 18, 2022

• Amputations Following Car Accidents May Allow Personal Injury Lawsuits

   Posted on January 11, 2022

• Can a Reckless Motorcycle Driver Be Sued for Causing Serious Injuries in an Illinois Car Accident? 

   Posted on January 04, 2022

• Pedestrians Hit By Vehicles in Cook County Can Suffer From Permanent Back Injuries

   Posted on December 28, 2021

• Injuries and Fatalities in DUI Car Crashes Common During the Holidays 

   Posted on December 21, 2021

• Cat Bites in Illinois Can Cause Catastrophic Injuries

   Posted on December 14, 2021

• Ten Traumatic Eye Injuries From Catastrophic Accidents in Illinois

   Posted on December 07, 2021

• Delayed Signs of Car Accident Injuries 

   Posted on November 30, 2021

• What is the Difference Between Compensatory and Punitive Damages? 

   Posted on November 15, 2021

• What Happens to a Car Accident Lawsuit if the Victim Dies From Their Injury? 

   Posted on November 09, 2021

• Did Using Lipitor Put Me at an Increased Risk of Severe Diabetes Symptoms? 

   Posted on November 02, 2021

• Can I Recover Damages for a Truck Accident Involving Unsecured Cargo?

   Posted on October 29, 2021

• Can I Sue If Someone I Love Was Hurt or Killed in a Private Plane Crash? 

   Posted on October 14, 2021

• Can I Pursue Punitive Damages in an Illinois Personal Injury Lawsuit?

   Posted on September 23, 2021

• Recovering Damages For Public Transit Injuries in Illinois

   Posted on September 15, 2021

• Will My Illinois Personal Injury Case Go to Court?

   Posted on September 08, 2021

• What Happens If I Am Injured By a Defective Product Purchased on Amazon?

   Posted on August 30, 2021

• How Can Illinois Burn Injury Victims Recover Compensation?

   Posted on August 19, 2021

• What Compensation Is Available for Severe Dog Bite Injuries?

   Posted on August 05, 2021

• Recovering Damages After a Fatal Truck Accident 

   Posted on July 28, 2021

• How Much is an Illinois Personal Injury Case Worth?

   Posted on July 14, 2021

• How a Personal Injury Lawsuit Can Address Disfigurement and Scarring

   Posted on May 21, 2021

• My Loved One Died in a Motorcycle Crash. What Are My Legal Options?

   Posted on March 08, 2021

• How is Lost Earning Capacity Calculated in a Personal Injury Case?

   Posted on February 26, 2021

• What Are My Legal Options If I Suffered a Catastrophic Injury in an Agricultural Accident?

   Posted on February 19, 2021

• Bringing a Personal Injury Claim After an Amputation Injury

   Posted on February 15, 2021

• What Types of Damages Are Typically Available in Catastrophic Injury Cases?

   Posted on February 08, 2021

• What Are the Laws in Illinois Regarding Dog Bites?

   Posted on January 25, 2021

• How Can a Personal Injury Lawyer Help Me During My Case?

   Posted on December 14, 2020

• How Are Witnesses Used in a Personal Injury Claim?

   Posted on November 30, 2020

• Liability for Injuries Caused by Snow and Ice in Illinois

   Posted on November 23, 2020

• 4 Common Forms of Elder Abuse in Nursing Homes

   Posted on November 16, 2020

• What Types of Compensation Are Available in a Personal Injury Claim Involving Catastrophic Injuries?

   Posted on November 09, 2020

• When is a Dog Owner Liable for Injuries Caused in a Dog Attack?

   Posted on October 26, 2020

• What Is the Burden of Proof in an Illinois Personal Injury Case?

   Posted on October 19, 2020

• What Is Needed for a Successful Slip and Fall Injury Claim?

   Posted on September 30, 2020

• Tips for Staying Safe When Sharing the Road with Large Trucks

   Posted on August 11, 2020

• What Is an EDR and How Can It Impact My Truck Accident Injury Case?

   Posted on July 28, 2020

• How Do Building Code Violations Influence Illinois Premises Liability Claims?

   Posted on June 30, 2020

• Understanding Illinois Law Regarding Shared Fault in Personal Injury Cases

   Posted on June 22, 2020

• Nursing Home Neglect May Lead to Recurrent Bedsores

   Posted on May 21, 2020

• How Can I Get Compensation For Medical Bills Caused by a Dog Bite?

   Posted on April 30, 2020

• How Do Helmets Influence Personal Injury Lawsuits Involving a Motorcycle Accident?

   Posted on April 23, 2020

• Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit In Illinois?

   Posted on March 17, 2020

• Suing a Negligent Childcare Facility For Injuries to a Child

   Posted on March 10, 2020

• What Qualifies as a Wrongful Death?

   Posted on February 14, 2020

• What Signs Can Help Detect Elder Abuse?

   Posted on December 30, 2019

• An Overview of the Wrongful Death Act in Illinois

   Posted on November 30, 2019

• Understanding the Illinois Premises Liability Act

   Posted on July 31, 2019

• Most Common Workplace Injuries Resulting in Death in Illinois

   Posted on July 30, 2019

• Truck Accident Injuries Caused by a Hazardous Cargo Spill

   Posted on June 25, 2019

• How Illinois Premises Liability Laws Address Trampoline Park Injuries

   Posted on January 24, 2019

• Why to Contact an Attorney if You Have Been Injured in an Accident

   Posted on December 28, 2018

• Schwartz Injury Law Congratulates Will County Circuit Court Judge Vincent Cornelius

   Posted on December 06, 2018

• Wrongful Death Lawsuits FAQs

   Posted on November 05, 2018

• Comparative Fault and Shared Liability in Illinois

   Posted on October 03, 2018

• Traumatic Brain Injury in Childhood Linked to Adult Anxiety and Depression

   Posted on September 06, 2018

• Study Finds Helmets Do Not Increase Risks of Neck Injuries for Motorcycle Riders

   Posted on August 17, 2018

• Motorcyclists Injured Due to Negligence May Sue for Damages

   Posted on June 20, 2018

• Proving Negligence in a Premises Liability Claim

   Posted on May 04, 2018

• Deadly Aviation Accident Sparks Federal Action Regarding Engines

   Posted on April 19, 2018

• Liability for Injuries Caused by a Slip and Fall

   Posted on April 04, 2018

• Understanding Nursing Home Neglect and Abuse

   Posted on March 06, 2018

• The Truth About a Well-Known “Frivolous” Lawsuit

   Posted on January 22, 2018

• Winter Brings Snowmobile Dangers

   Posted on January 04, 2018

• Assumption of Risk for Spectators at Live Sporting Events

   Posted on October 25, 2017

• Legal Options Following a Labor Day Weekend Injury

   Posted on September 08, 2017

• Can a Dog Owner Be Liable for a Motorcycle Accident?

   Posted on September 06, 2017