Every year, about 30 million children and youths participate in organized sports. About 3.5 million of these individuals are injured during this activity. These injuries just count the ones that are serious enough for the player to miss at least one game. About half of these injuries are preventable overuse injuries. So, negligence causes about …
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Every year, many kids and parents look forward to summer camp, to one degree or another. Unfortunately, hundreds of campers are seriously injured each summer. Even if the parents signed a liability waiver, it’s probably still possible to pursue a damages claim. The damages available include compensation for medical bills, such as lost wages, as …
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Only a few states allow a surveillance camera inside a nursing home resident’s room. As of 2016, Illinois is one of them. In fact, the Illinois Department of Health may even pay for the installation and operation of this equipment. Otherwise, the residents or their families are financially responsible. Granny cams are a very good …
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As temperatures finally start to warm, more and more people will participate in water activities. Unintentional drowning is the fifth leading cause of injury-related death in Illinois, and negligence causes many of these incidents. Just a few minutes under water is normally sufficient to cause death or permanent injury. Swimming pool poisonings also affect many …
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The House Mental Health Committee narrowly approved the so-called Dave Duerson Act, clearing a way for a vote in the full House of Representatives. In January 2018, State Rep. Carol Sente (D-Vernon Hills) introduced the CTE Prevention Act. This measure would ban tackle football leagues for children under 12. The sweeping law would apply to …
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Illinois has over 2500 miles of trails which makes snowmobiling one of the most popular winter sports here. This can be an exciting way to enjoy the cold months for those who follow the safety precautions and state regulations and drive responsibly. However, sometimes a person’s negligence or a defective vehicle can ruin the experience …
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