Liens in personal injury cases are intricate and challenging due to the involvement of multiple parties, varying laws and regulations, and the necessity to balance the interests of all stakeholders. Here are the primary reasons why liens can become so complicated in these cases: Continue reading
Every driver in Naperville assumes a responsibility to operate their vehicle in a manner that keeps themselves and others safe. This duty becomes even more critical when traffic conditions, weather, or congestion warrant slower speeds than the posted limit. Driving too fast for conditions, whether due to poor weather, heavy traffic, or roadway hazards, reduces reaction time, increases stopping distances, and significantly raises the risk of collisions and serious injuries. In Naperville and across Illinois, failure to adjust speed remains one of the most common contributing factors in crashes, highlighting the need for greater awareness and safer driving behaviors.
“In Naperville, we see too many crashes where speed is more than a factor, it’s the pivot that turned a routine trip into a life-altering event. Obeying the posted limit isn’t enough; drivers must assess conditions, anticipate hazards, and slow down. That’s how we protect lives.” — John J. Malm, Naperville Personal Injury Attorney Continue reading
Driving on Illinois roads comes with its risks, and one of the most significant is the chance of being involved in an accident with a driver who has insufficient insurance coverage. Underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage is designed to protect you in these situations, ensuring that you are not left with mounting bills and financial stress if the at-fault driver’s insurance cannot fully cover your damages. Understanding the importance of UIM coverage is crucial for drivers in Naperville and throughout Illinois, given the statistics surrounding insurance coverage and driving habits in the state. Continue reading
In car accidents, the forces involved often result in injuries to components of the body that absorb impact or brace against forces, such as the head, neck, chest, and shoulders. Due to the shoulder’s wide range of motion and relatively complex anatomy, shoulder injuries are frequently sustained in car accidents of varying severity. These injuries can range from relatively minor strains and sprains to serious structural damage that requires surgery and extensive rehabilitation. Understanding the types of shoulder injuries that commonly arise after a car accident and which are most often seen clinically and in legal claims, can help accident victims recognize symptoms, get appropriate medical care, and support a personal injury claim. Among these, rotator cuff injuries are widely recognized as the most common type of shoulder injury following a car crash, often occurring when the occupant’s shoulder is subjected to sudden force, seat belt tension, or impact with interior vehicle structures. Continue reading
When you suffer a personal injury from a car accident, slip and fall, or another incident caused by someone else’s negligence, the insurance company’s adjuster may contact you soon, often before you fully understand the extent of your injuries. Their job is not to make you whole. Their job is to minimize the payout. This blog explains five of the most common “tricks” adjusters use to devalue personal injury claims, why they matter, and what you can do to protect yourself. Continue reading
A slip and fall in a restaurant can be embarrassing, painful, and suddenly life-disrupting. Whether you’re visiting downtown Naperville for a night out or grabbing lunch near the train station, a fall on someone else’s property can lead to broken bones, head injuries, sprains, or long-term pain. In this blog, we walk you through what to do immediately after a fall, how to document the event, when to seek medical care, what Illinois law means for your claim, and how our experienced Naperville premises liability attorneys can help. The goal is straightforward: protect your health first, then preserve the evidence you’ll need if you decide to seek compensation. Continue reading
When a loved one is injured in a nursing home, families are shocked, scared, and often confused about what to do next. Injuries in long-term care settings range from medication errors and pressure ulcers to falls, physical abuse, and neglect, and each type of harm can trigger different legal claims, administrative remedies, and practical steps you should take right away. In this blog, we explain the common legal options families can pursue after a nursing-home injury, the kinds of evidence that matter, important deadlines to watch for, and how to preserve your loved one’s rights while protecting their well-being. Continue reading
Speeding is more than just a traffic ticket: it changes the physics of collisions, increases the chance that a crash will be deadly, and makes Naperville’s otherwise safe neighborhood streets and busy corridors far more dangerous for drivers, passengers, pedestrians and bicyclists. In a growing suburban city like Naperville, with high traffic volumes, major arterials, school zones, and popular shopping strips, speeding contributes to a meaningful share of the car accidents the city sees each year. In this blog, we explain how speeding raises crash risk and severity, summarize local crash data, describe the most common speeding-related scenarios in Naperville, offer practical steps to reduce risk, and answer frequently asked questions about speeding collisions and legal options for people who are injured. Continue reading
Interstate 88 (I-88) is a major east-west artery across northern Illinois, carrying heavy commuter traffic, freight trucks, and commercial traffic between the Fox Valley, Aurora, Naperville, and points west into the Quad Cities region. Because I-88 mixes high speeds, long stretches of freeway, variable weather, and frequent access points, truck crashes on this corridor can be severe and life-changing. In this blog, we discuss the top causes of truck accidents on I-88, practical prevention steps, and answer frequently asked questions about trucking collisions. If you or a loved one was hurt in a truck crash on I-88, read for a strong next step you can take. Continue reading
When a serious injury changes the fabric of a marriage, the consequences extend beyond medical bills and lost wages. Loss of consortium is the legal way Illinois recognizes and compensates a spouse (and in some circumstances other close family members) for the deprivation of the benefits of a marital relationship: companionship, guidance, affection, household services, and sexual relations that result from another person’s negligence or wrongful act. In this blog, we explain what loss of consortium means in Illinois, when and how a claim is brought, what types of evidence matter, and practical steps you should take to protect a claim. Continue reading
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