In Illinois, the loss of a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or wrongful act can lead to a wrongful death claim. Understanding who can file such a claim is crucial for seeking justice and compensation for the family left behind. A wrongful death claim allows certain family members to pursue damages for the …
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As of the fall of 2021, the worst of the coronavirus pandemic is over. Yet the number of COVID cases and deaths continues to increase. Many people are understandably worried they might contract coronavirus if they go back to work. That’s especially true if the person has not been vaccinated, for whatever reason, and belongs …
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Every year, various kinds of injuries kill about 214,000 Americans and seriously injure millions of other victims. The direct economic costs of these injury-related deaths exceeds $200 billion. The emotional losses associated with these incidents, such as loss of consortium (companionship) and future emotional guidance for children, are incalculable. Damages in these cases usually include …
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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 4,500 Americans die in work related accidents every year – one-fifth due to workplace violence, one-third in highway and transportation accidents, and one-sixth in falls, equipment, or machinery failures. Fortunately, workplace fatality rates have decreased over the years due to strict laws and regulation in place …
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Losing a loved one in an accident is tragic enough, but the tragedy aggravates when it is caused due to a defective product. The aim of every manufacturer is to produce quality products at minimal costs. However, some resort to unfair means and may try to cut corners to save a few cents or bucks …
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Wrongful death claims are a relatively new development in United States law. Prior to the enactment of a wrongful death statute in Illinois and similar legislation in other states, the surviving family of a person who lost their lives in an accident or due to the intentional and wrongful conduct of another person had no …
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Construction is widely considered to be one of the most dangerous industries in the United States. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), more than 20 percent of workplace deaths each year are associated with construction work. In addition, over half of those fatalities are attributable to the “fatal four” accidents, which are falls, …
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In a recent legal claim for wrongful death, a widow is suing a nail salon after the untimely death of her husband. Specifically, she is asserting that a pedicure he received in late 2014 ultimately led–at least in part–to his unexpected passing. She seeks at least $50,000 in damages related to the wrongful death. While many …
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You want more than anything to be able to take the pain your friend is feeling after the loss of her child away right now, but unfortunately, there’s not much you can do. In fact, you are probably unsure of what you should be doing. You are afraid you’ll say or do the wrong thing, …
As a third-shift worker at the Belvidere Assembly Plant, you often burn the candle at both ends—sleeping too little and then heading off to work. By the end of your shift, you are exhausted and can’t wait to get home to Machesney Park. But did you know that when you are drowsy, your judgment and …
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