Common Workplace Accidents for Which You Can Claim Compensation
Accidents can take place anywhere and without warning. No one anticipates a sudden fall, an equipment malfunction, or a painful back injury that changes everything. Yet, for thousands of employees across Chicago and beyond, these moments happen without warning. When they do, understanding your rights becomes just as important as your recovery. Workplace injuries can […]
Understanding More about Nursing Home Abuse and Negligence
A number of statistics show that people are living longer these days. As a result, many elderly people end up living in nursing homes after dealing with an extended illness. Depending on the family’s situation, medical insurance and finances, an elderly person may live the rest of his/her life in a nursing home. Family members […]
Keeping a Concerned Eye for Nursing Home Abuse During Summer Months
Warm days bring joy for most people, but for seniors in long-term care facilities, summer can be dangerous. As temperatures rise, many older adults face a higher risk of dehydration, neglect, and heat-related illness. Nursing home abuse in Illinois becomes especially concerning during this season when facility staff fail to deliver proper care and attention. […]
Five Advancements in Motorcycle Safety Chicago Motorcyclists Should Know
Motorcycle accident fatalities in 2016 totaled 5,286. On average, about 80,000 to 90,000 people are injured each year in motorcycle accidents. Unfortunately, a motorcycle does not provide much protection for a rider in a crash. Therefore, motorcyclists need to take advantage of other ways to protect themselves when riding. Below are five advances in motorcycle […]
Injuries That are Covered By Workers’ Compensation
Workers’ compensation in Chicago covers various injuries and illnesses that arise in the course of or out of employment. While the most commonly considered condition is any injury from an accident in the workplace, several other situations might be eligible for compensation as well. The covered injury that the employee has suffered doesn’t always need […]