When people think of workers’ compensation cases, they usually think of incidents where a worker sustains an injury. And while injuries make up a good bulk of the workers’ compensation claims, there are also many workers who develop an occupational disease that leaves them disabled. If an employee does develop an illness or medical condition […]
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If you own more property than you need for personal/family use, you have an opportunity to make money while solving a housing problem for someone else. The housing market is tight right now, and millions of Americans need to rent due to short supply of homes for purchase or unaffordable real estate prices. If you
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After a traumatic brain injury impacts you or a loved one, you may not know where to turn. There is a lot to take in, and fortunately, there are a lot of resources to help. The following are just a handful of places you can turn to for support and information after TBI. Your Doctor
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When people think of facing domestic violence charges, they typically think of physical abuse. Hitting, punching, kicking, and even choking are just some of the most common forms of physical domestic violence. Just as physical abuse is the most common type people think of when they hear the term ‘domestic violence,’ the law in Illinois
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Car Accident Lawyer Even the most careful driver can be involved in a car accident at some point in his or her life. Once the initial shock has worn off and injuries are assessed, you may find yourself wondering who’s to blame for the accident. While some accidents are clearly the fault of one driver,
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Whether you are accused of a moving violation, lack of insurance or speeding, the cost of a traffic ticket can total hundreds or even a few thousand dollars, depending on the action. Some violations might require you to appear in traffic court and you may wonder if hiring a lawyer might help your situation. While
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The word “bankruptcy” has such a negative connotation, and it is easy to forget that the process is intended to help those in tough financial situations. In other words, bankruptcy is not necessarily a “last resort” for individuals and businesses, and it instead may be a prudent choice in the face of unexpected financial challenges.
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If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, then you may be planning to file a claim. When you file a claim, there is a chance that you will hear from the other party’s insurance company. Here is what you need to know about the insurance company’s role in a case. An Insurance Adjuster’s
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Aggravated assault occurs when a person attempts to inflict serious bodily harm to another person with disregard for human life. There are a few factors that can raise an assault to an aggravated level, such as the identity of the victim, weapon used, intent and severity of the injury. Aggravated assault often qualify as felonies
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