On October 17th, 2018, a Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) bus collided with a pole in the South Side neighborhood of Grand Crossing, resulting in injuries to 26 people. In all, 21 passengers were sent to hospitals throughout the city after the bus crashed into a pole on the corner of 71st Street and Cottage Grove… Continue reading DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS CAN BE SERIOUSLY INJURED IN CTA BUS ACCIDENTS
Throughout 2016 alone, a staggering 4,564 Americans lost their lives in car accidents involving large commercial trucks or buses. Despite the fact that all commercial truck drivers must go through extensive training programs to earn their commercial driver’s license (CDL), trucking companies consistently make poor hiring decisions, fail to adequately train their drivers, and routinely… Continue reading INADEQUATE DRIVER TRAINING CAN LEAD TO DANGEROUS TRUCK ACCIDENTS
Every year, thousands of Americans are severely or fatally injured in motor vehicle collisions involving commercial trucks. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), 4,213 commercial trucks were involved in fatal collisions throughout 2016 alone. This staggering number of commercial trucking fatalities marked a 3% increase in fatal accidents in comparison to the previous… Continue reading DROWSY DRIVING A COMMON CONCERN AMONG COMMERCIAL TRUCK DRIVERS
Every year, thousands of Americans suffer traumatic brain injuries that can impact the rest of their lives. If you are fortunate enough to survive a serious brain injury, the prolonged symptoms can range from severe headaches to loss of motor functions. Tragically, many brain injuries ultimately prove to be fatal. According to the Centers for Disease Control… Continue reading HOW CAN I PURSUE COMPENSATION FOR A TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY?
Throughout the United States, fatal bicycle injuries are much more common than most people assume. According to statistics compiled by the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center, 783 bicyclists were fatally injured in 2017 after being struck by motor vehicles. Due to the limited protection that cyclists have, injuries suffered in collisions with automobiles can be… Continue reading HOW TO AVOID DANGEROUS BICYCLE ACCIDENTS
When a person suffers a significant burn injury, it can lead to chronic pain, disfigurement, and permanent disability. According to the American Burn Association (ABA), every year, an average of 121,000 Americans suffer burn injuries that require emergency room visits. The average number of fire-related fatalities in the United States is approximately 3,275. If you or… Continue reading 3 COMMON CAUSES OF SERIOUS BURN INJURIES
When a car accident occurs, everyone involved is likely to experience financial damages, even if they do not suffer serious injuries. Victims may be unsure about their options for recovering compensation for these damages, but typically, the driver who was at fault will be liable for property damages and medical treatment. However, in some cases, another party… Continue reading WHEN IS A THIRD PARTY LIABLE FOR A CAR ACCIDENT CAUSED BY AN UNSAFE DRIVER?
Statistics show that more people are living longer these days, and as a result, many elderly people have to go to nursing homes after an extended illness or to rehab an injury. Often, an older person may live the rest of his or her life in a nursing home, depending on a family’s situation, finances,… Continue reading WHAT IF MY LOVED ONE IS HURT BY NURSING HOME ABUSE OR NEGLECT?
For the past several years, the popularity of e-cigarettes has been on the rise, and “vaping” has been marketed as a safe alternative to traditional cigarettes. However, more and more information is coming out about the health hazards associated with vaping. First, it was the numerous instances of vape devices and e-cigarettes exploding or catching on… Continue reading OUTBREAK OF LUNG DISEASE REPORTED FOR USERS OF E-CIGARETTES
The health risks associated with smoking cigarettes are well-known, and in recent years, many people have switched to using e-cigarettes, which have been promoted as a safer option. However, recent events have shown that “vaping” may also be hazardous to one’s health. People across the United States have begun experiencing lung disease after using e-cigarettes, and… Continue reading WHAT IS CAUSING LUNG INJURIES FOR E-CIGARETTE USERS?