Springfield Personal Injury Legal Blog
Don’t fall behind: Study up on safe driving practices
Driving is something people do nearly every day. And after years of doing the same thing, people can fall into a sense of comfort and predictability when they are behind the wheel. However, every time someone gets into their car, they can be at risk of getting into or...
What does an employer have to do regarding workers’ comp?
You may know that, as an employee, you have the right to seek certain types of financial support in the event you suffer injuries in an accident. Employers have certain obligations to the men and women who work for them, and that includes doing certain things...
What happens if a dog bites a child?
Children have especially high risks when it comes to dog bites. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, children are more likely to be bitten by a dog than adults are, and their injuries are likely to be more severe than what adults might experience....
What safety hazards are placing you at risk in your workplace?
When you go to work, you plan on doing what you need to do that day, performing well at your job and going home at the end of the day. You are not considering what would happen if you suffered an injury in a workplace accident, and that is probably because you don’t...
When is nursing home neglect grounds for a civil claim?
It takes a considerable amount of trust to place a loved one in a nursing home. If you made that decision for someone in your family, it is likely that you put in a lot of time researching different facilities. You made your decision based on the needs of your loved...
Your return to work after an accident may not be easy
A work-related accident could change the course of your life, especially if you suffered serious physical damage. You could deal with painful injuries and debilitating side effects that may impact your ability to work. The result may be that you require time away from...
Prioritizing safety in the construction industry
Construction sites can be some of the most dangerous places to work. There is moving equipment, power tools, working from heights and various people doing different tasks at the same time. Accidents can happen because of all of these things and because of a lack of...
Repetitive strain injuries and the benefits you deserve
Workers in any type of job could suffer an injury as a result of their job requirements. Sometimes, an injury may happen because of a one-time accident, and sometimes, a problem can develop over time. This is a repetitive strain injury, and it can impact individuals...
Keep fighting after a denied workers’ compensation claim
Have you suffered injuries in a work accident, or did you become ill as a direct result of dangerous exposure on the job? Are you experiencing worsening of an existing medical condition because of your work? If so, you could be eligible for workers’ compensation...
The biggest threats to your safety on the road
Car accidents in Illinois happen for many reasons, and often, they are completely preventable with cautious and attentive driving. Human error is responsible for many accidents that leave people injured, and it’s often innocent people who pay the price. If you are the...
