Personal Injury News & Developments

After a seemingly never-ending maze of sexual abuse perpetrated by clergy, new allegations of abuse have surfaced at two Illinois orphanages run by the Catholic Church. Allegations of Sexual Abuse at Maryville Academy in Des Plaines, IL The Chicago Tribune [1] is reporting the Chicago Diocese is investigating claims by people who attended Maryville that…

Are you and your spouse facing difficulties in your marriage? Are you considering seeking legal assistance to help navigate the complex ending or reconciling of your marriage? If so, the Marriage Court in Chicago may be the solution you need. Marriage Court is a court specifically designed to help couples facing issues in their marriage.…

Some professionals put their lives on the line every time they go to work. According to the American Federation of Labor and the Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO), approximately 344 workers died each day in 2022 due to hazardous working conditions, while around 120,000 workers lost their lives to occupational illnesses and diseases. In this…

Applying to one or more law schools can be stressful and confusing in knowing where to apply if your stats are acceptable, and if the education is affordable. Obtaining a law degree at the best law schools is usually highly competitive, where school officials reject many more applications than they accept. Once a law school…

Finding a job is hard, and landing a good job is even harder. You’ve spent countless hours applying to jobs online and going through the interview process for positions that don’t fit your skillset. The only response you get from employers is an automated email with instructions on applying again in the future. It feels…

A Juris Doctor, also known as a J.D. or Doctor of Jurisprudence degree, is an advanced law degree that prepares students to practice law in the United States and other countries. This professional degree follows completing a primary degree bachelor’s program and typically takes three years. A J.D. degree is one of several other law…

In the aftermath of a car accident, your immediate priority should be your health and safety. Once you’ve confirmed you’re not seriously injured, the question of fault naturally arises. Fault may determine how damages are paid, whether those damages include medical bills, lost wages, or property damage. One common type of car accident is a…

If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence in Illinois, the state’s statute of limitations is crucial to understand. This legal time frame sets the deadline for you to file a personal injury lawsuit, and missing this window can prevent you from seeking compensation altogether. This makes it essential to act promptly and consult…

If you’ve suffered an injury due to someone else’s negligence, you’re not alone. Statistics from the U.S. Department of Justice show that personal injury claims account for about 10% of all civil case filings, [1] with many victims successfully claiming adequate compensation. While these cases range from car accidents to slips and falls, securing compensation…

Subpoenaing cell phone records is a legal process to gather information from carriers or service providers. It can be done for various reasons, such as discovering evidence in criminal cases, finding witnesses, or gathering intelligence. While the subpoena process offers numerous advantages to law enforcement and government agencies, it also raises serious privacy concerns. Carriers…