On behalf of Shay & Associates Law Firm | Sep 30, 2020 | Truck Accidents
Neither the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety nor its IIHS acronym roll off of the tongues of most of us in the Springfield and Decatur area. The group’s smattering of name recognition is due to its safety ratings of new vehicles. However, the nonprofit IIHS...
On behalf of Shay & Associates Law Firm | Sep 28, 2020 | Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice is often framed as a dramatic error during a high-pressure situation, such as a complicated surgery. In reality, these costly mistakes may be much quieter, and often occur before a patient reaches the operating room. In fact, of all malpractice...
On behalf of Shay & Associates Law Firm | Sep 9, 2020 | Auto Accidents
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...
On behalf of Shay & Associates Law Firm | Sep 4, 2020 | Worker's Compensation
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...
On behalf of Shay & Associates Law Firm | Sep 1, 2020 | Dog Bites
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....