Five Factors That Affect the Settlement of a Chicago Accident Case
After a crash, life can shift in an instant. Medical bills start to build, income stops flowing, and stress rises fast. Insurance adjusters might tell you that legal help isn’t necessary. However, that advice often benefits them more than it helps you. Understanding the settlement of a Chicago accident case gives you control over your […]
Have You Been A Victim of Faulty Military Earplugs?
The United States military recently settled a $9.1 million lawsuit against 3M for selling them faulty earplugs for the troops. If you used Combat Arms brand dual-ended earplugs between 2003 and 2015 while you were serving in the military, you may have been affected. Through documents that came out at the trial, it was discovered […]
Can I Seek Workmen’s Comp for Carpal Tunnel?
Hours spent at a desk, on an assembly line, or performing the same motions every day can take a toll on your hands and wrists. When pain, tingling, or weakness starts to interfere with your work, it’s natural to wonder if workers’ compensation for carpal tunnel could help you recover both physically and financially. This […]
Careless Wide Turn Damage Suits – What to Know
Just 11.5 million of the 268 million registered vehicles in the United States are commercial trucks. When we drive passenger vehicles to work and school, we share the roadways with 18-wheelers and tractor trailers which may weigh between 30,000 to 80,000 pounds and be more than 50 feet long. Large trucks can cause serious damage […]
What is the Most Common Error That Leads to Medical Malpractice Claims?
According to a report by an insurance provider, diagnosis-related events were the most common error that led to medical malpractice claims. Coverys Insurance Services examined 10,618 claims from 2013 to 2017. It found that diagnostic errors were the leading cause of claims followed by surgical/procedural errors, medical management mistakes, and medication-related errors. It is estimated […]