Slip and fall accidents are very common, and they are often very serious. When commercial property owners don't prioritize maintaining their properties safely, their customers, clients, and other guests can be injured in serious slip and fall accidents as a result. Slip and falls are also common on the job (and construction workers are especially vulnerable). If you have been injured in a slip and fall that was caused by someone else's negligence, don’t wait to consult with a formidable...

The holidays have a lot to offer, but unfortunately, one of these things is increased injury risks. As we continue to battle the global pandemic that has had us in its grasp for nearly a year now, we’re sure to face new challenges this holiday season, and an increased risk of injuries is likely to be one. If you’re injured as a result of someone else’s negligence this holiday season, consult with an experienced Joliet personal injury attorney. Risks Associated...

COVID-19 has left many families looking for new ways to get out and travel a bit without having to board a plane or rent a hotel room, and some have landed on RVs. With RV purchases and rentals up, the chance of RV accidents happening also increases. Because of the increased size and weight of these recreational vehicles, any accidents involving them tend to be quite serious. If someone else’s negligence causes you to be injured in an RV accident,...

Since July of 2019, it has been illegal to use your smartphone – or another electronic device – in any capacity while behind the wheel, and this naturally includes texting. Having a better understanding of cell phone laws can help you stay safe out there. If a negligent motorist leaves you injured in a car accident, don’t wait to consult with an experienced Joliet personal injury attorney.  The Only Instances It Is Legal to Use Your Smartphone while behind the...

Fall is here, and with fall, we see a lot more farm vehicles and equipment on our roads. These behemoths slow traffic considerably and present plenty of driving hazards. Because they’re out there, however, it’s important to know how to share the road safely with them. If you’ve been injured by someone else’s negligence in any kind of traffic accident, it’s time to consult with a Joliet personal injury attorney.  Accidents with Farm Equipment Those tractors and other types of...

Accidents on our highways are as common as they are dangerous. The impact of two vehicles crashing into one another at highway speeds can lead to life-threatening injuries and extensive financial, physical, and emotional damages. If another motorist leaves you injured in a highway crash, seek the professional legal counsel of an experienced Joliet personal injury attorney today.  Driver Negligence The truth is that traffic accidents on our highway are often caused by driver negligence. When we take to the...

If you work in construction, you’re probably well-aware that it’s one of the most dangerous occupations out there. Falls are some of the most dangerous – and most common – accidents that occur on construction sites. In fact, such a fall can be permanently debilitating or worse. If you’ve been injured by a fall on the job, an experienced Joliet workers’ compensation attorney can help.  Falls Happen The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) relays just how statistically significant falls...

Have you noticed all the delivery trucks zipping up and down the streets of Will County recently? This is especially true right now as we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, and more people are having products shipped directly to their door. We depend on these delivery truck services for our businesses and our personal lives, but we don’t often think about the risk they impose on our personal safety. One of these risks is the increased likelihood of being involved in...