Springfield Personal Injury Legal Blog
3 common workplace hazards
No matter what kind of job you do, your employer has a responsibility to provide you with a safe working environment. Nevertheless, inspectors frequently see safety hazards in all types of workplaces. There are some dangers that are more common than others. You should...
Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccination
Friends, this morning I received my first dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination. I qualified for the vaccine due to my underlying asthma condition that ultimately contributed to my COVID-19-related pneumonia back in November. The vaccine was quick and painless. I...
Options for getting medical bills paid after an accident
The possibility of an auto accident is an unfortunate reality for Illinois residents each time they travel in a car. It's important to consider the potential injuries that can accompany motor vehicle accidents. Car crash victims who understand the damages they can...
This dangerous infant product is still being sold
A consumer advocacy group in Illinois has been raising awareness about the dangers of an infant product that was recalled in 2019. According to Kids in Danger, deaths associated with inclined infant sleepers were the main cause of a spike in fatal accidents involving...
Case Results
Shay & Associates is proud to say that we have settled our client's medical malpractice case for $3,000,000.00. This settlement was against a Central Illinois medical provider. The nurse practitioner failed to recognize the urgency of our client's medical...
ISP MASTER SERGEANT DENNING FINALLY ADMITS FAULT FOR THE DEATH OF KELLY WILSON
Following the untimely and tragic death of Kelly Wilson in 2016, who was survived by two young children, her parents, Leo and Kathy Wilson, retained Shay & Associates Law Firm to prosecute a civil wrongful death claim against the State of Illinois in the Illinois...
Permanent partial disability helps workers who won’t fully heal
When Illinois workers become injured on the job, they may have to seek workers' compensation benefits. Workers' compensation insurance helps injured employees continue to get paid even when they've been hurt due to a workplace-related injury or illness. Permanent...
Shay & Associates celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. on this holiday and during this fitting time in history
“The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” – Martin Luther King Jr.
4 tips on safely sharing the road with trucks
When you are driving and come close to a large vehicle like a semi, you might feel scared or anxious. You understandably want to stay safe from the risk of a major accident with a big truck. To minimize your driving worries, follow the following roadside tips while...
Are women more likely to sue their doctor?
Doctor visits are, at minimum, an annual experience for most adults. However, regardless of a proactive approach to health, statistics suggest medical professionals often fail to diagnose specific conditions in women. Misdiagnosis is the most common reason for medical...
