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Auto Accident Laws in Illinois
Given how much time we spend on the road-commuting to work, running errands,
driving to movie theaters - a car accident seem inevitable. But when cellular
phones, alcohol or drugs, speeding, and recklessness are thrown into the mix,
driving a car can be as dangerous as entering a war zone. While it is true that
many car accidents are minor fender-benders resulting in minimal damage, sometimes
they might be serious collisions that can cause injury and death. Some victims may
never work again or be the same again. It is important to understand the seriousness
of such a car accident case and to seek legal help. We have the legal knowledge,
expertise, and experience to help you win the just compensation you need and deserve.
Each car accident lawyer at the Margolis Law Firm in Illinois has experience with auto
accident lawsuits in Chicago, Illinois. If you or a loved one has been seriously
injured in an auto accident, we can help you pursue a car accident case. Please
contact an auto accident attorney in Chicago, Illinois,
at The Margolis Firm PC today.
Truck Accidents in Illinois
Rarely can one drive along the highway without passing
a semi-truck. But even though we are used to seeing them,
their inherent dangers haven't decreased. Drivers
still must navigate-often at slower speeds than
the flow of traffic-with large blind spots, and
their trucks are prone to jack-knifing because of their
awkwardly distributed weights and high centers of gravity.
In addition, trucks may spill their loads, potentially
causing accidents and ultimately, injuries to other drivers
on the road. Each lawyer at the Margolis Firm PC has experience
with truck accident lawsuits in Chicago, Illinois. If
you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident,
please contact a truck accident
attorney at the Margolis Firm PC today - located in Chicago,
Illinois.
Motorcycle Accident Laws in Illinois
Motorcyclists are extremely vulnerable to injury during
motorcycle accidents, especially when an automobile or truck
is also involved. Speeding, alcohol or drug use, and disobeying
traffic laws on the part of either a rider or the drivers of
the vehicles nearby greatly increases the likelihood of a
serious accident. When a motorcycle accident occurs, the
result is often devastating. Victims are often left with
serious injuries, brain injury, or permanent disabilities;
some do not survive. For the motorcycle accident victim and
their families, high medical bills often combine with emotional
strain to cause additional suffering. Each motorcycle accident
attorney at The Margolis Law Firm in Chicago has experience
with motorcycle accident lawsuits in Chicago, Illinois. If
you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident,
please contact a motorcycle accident
lawyer in Chicago, Illinois, at The Margolis Firm PC today.
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Brain Injury Legal Assistance in Illinois
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) cases may be obvious -
as in Penetrating Head Injuries (when something passes
through the skull and pierces the brain), or harder
to diagnose - like Closed Head Injuries (when there
may not be any visible wound, but the brain damage will
be evidenced by physical, mental and behavioral changes).
Every year, about 1.5 million Americans suffer a Traumatic
Brain Injury. That's about every 21 seconds. A Traumatic
Brain Injury may result from Auto Accidents, Medical
Negligence (during Labor and Delivery, Drug Administration
Errors, or Surgical Misadventure), Construction Accidents,
Inadequate Security incidents or other Premises disasters.
A tragedy of brain injuries is that many victims are unsure
of whom to pursue for recoveries, and are hesitant to contact a
brain injury attorney because of a perception that they cannot
afford to have their case well represented. Because of this
failure to seek legal help, many brain injury victims and their
families face enormous medical and rehabilitation costs without
the compensation to which they are entitled. If a traumatic brain
injury, an acquired brain injury, or birth asphyxia has affected
you or a loved one, please take a moment to contact The Margolis
Law Firm in Chicago, Illinois. We will be able to offer you
direction in this frightening time and have a brain injury
attorney who will fight to win the financial compensation you need
now, and in the years to come. A brain injury attorney at the
Margolis Law Firm will represent you on a contingency fee basis.
Contact a brain injury lawyer
in Chicago, Illinois, for a free review of your case.
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Illinois Law Regarding School Bus Accidents
Because we entrust them with our children's safety
and lives, school bus drivers must abide by all transportation
laws, including laws that prohibit speeding and consuming
alcohol before or while driving. In addition, the companies
that maintain public transportation vehicles like buses
are liable for the safety of their vehicles. If you
or your child has been injured in a school bus accident,
we can help. Please contact an auto
accident attorney in Chicago, Illinois today.
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School Van Rollover / Van Rollover / SUV Rollover in Illinois
Rollover accidents are far more likely to cause serious
injuries than are other types of accidents. In addition,
rollover accidents have a much higher fatality rate.
Unfortunately, the preponderance of sport utility vehicles
(SUVs) and vans on the road has led to a higher number
of rollover accidents. SUVs and vans are more prone
to rollovers because of their higher center of gravity.
Unfortunately, many such vehicles also offer limited
roof crush protection, increasing the risk of driver
and passenger injury during a rollover crash. In addition,
school vans are also prone to rollover accidents. We
expect that our children will be well cared-for and
safe in the hands of school officials and in school
equipment or vehicles. If our children's safety
is compromised, it can be devastating. If you or your
loved one has been injured in a rollover accident, we
can help. Please contact us
today.
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Defective Seatbelts in Illinois
Many statistics have shown that wearing a seat belt
can significantly lower your risk of injury during an
auto accident. Almost all states require drivers and
passengers to wear seat belts. For this reason, seat
belt failures represent a sort of betrayal by the automobile
manufacturing business. When a seat belt fails to serve
as a restraint during an auto accident and a person
in injured or killed as a result, the vehicle manufacturer
may be legally liable. If you or a loved one has been
injured in an auto accident due to a defective seatbelt,
contact a car accident attorney
at the Margolis Firm PC - located in Chicago, Illinois.
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Defective Tires in Illinois
The Firestone tire recall in August 2000 brought to
the fore the issue of defective tires. Tire defects
can result in serious injuries to both drivers and passengers.
Tread separation and blowouts have been responsible
for numerous injuries and deaths, and the rates of such
accidents have been higher among truck and SUV drivers.
Like other manufacturers, tire makers have a responsibility
to ensure that their products do not harm consumers.
If they do, the manufacturer may be held strictly liable
under the law. Each attorney at the Margolis Firm PC has
experience with auto and truck accidents caused by defective
tires. If you have been injured in such an accident,
contact us today. Serving
Chicago, Illinois.
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Automobile Fires in Illinois
Volatile, flammable substances can, under certain circumstances,
lead to terrible accidents. In many instances, gas fires
and explosions result from defective vehicle parts or
designs. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured
as the result of an automobile fire, we can help. Please
contact us today.
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Illinois Wrongful Death Assistance
Losing a loved one is by far one of life's most difficult
experiences, and when that death came about because
of someone's negligent or wrongful behavior, pain is
often redoubled. A drunk driver who kills a pedestrian,
a surgeon whose negligence costs a patient her life,
a manufacturer whose failure to check his product's
safety leads to a consumer death -- these are some examples
of wrongful death cases. If you have lost a loved one
due to the fault of another person or group, our firm
can help you receive compensation. Please contact
us today.
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Medical Negligence in Illinois
Medical professionals are meant to provide care and
healing, but in cases of medical malpractice the opposite
occurs. When a doctor makes an incorrect diagnosis,
fails to treat a patient's condition promptly, issues
a wrong prescription, or neglects to administer appropriate
care, the patient may suffer serious injury. The victim
and his or her family may be overwhelmed with medical
bills and other costs. In cases of permanent disability,
the victim may never be able to work again. In addition,
victims and their families often endure lasting emotional
pain and suffering.
Hospital negligence can range from providing sub par
care to maintaining unclean or dangerous facilities.
For example, a nurse or doctor may provide negligent
care for a patient by failing to obtain a medical history,
order appropriate tests, or deliver necessary care.
Other hospital personnel might be negligent by failing
to properly sanitize medical equipment or properly prevent
people's exposure to hazardous materials.
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Products Liability in Illinois
Manufacturers and store owners have a responsibility
to consumers. They must ensure that the products they
sell are neither defective nor inherently dangerous.
If a dangerous or defective product injures an unwary
consumer, the manufacturer (and sometimes the designer,
distributor, wholesaler, or retailer) is considered
legally liable, as long as the consumer was using the
product as it was meant to be used when he or she was
injured. Whether the product is a hairdryer or an automobile
tire, manufacturers must make sure that products are
designed and made safely, that quality control systems
prevent defective products from entering the market,
and that adequate directions and warning labels are
available to protect consumers. If you or a loved one
has been injured by a dangerous or defective product,
please contact us today.
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Premises Liability in Illinois
Property owners, such as restaurant proprietors, have
a responsibility to ensure that safety hazards on their
land do not cause harm to guests. Homeowners with pools,
for example, must take steps to protect visiting children
from danger. If a danger is present, it must be clearly
marked to prevent harm. If a store owner's floor is
slippery after it is mopped, signs should be posted
to warn customers. Except in cases of trespassing, property
owners are liable for injuries that occur due to preventable
hazards on their premises. Even if a property owner
is not aware of the hazard, the law may say that he
or she should have known about the problem. If you have
been injured on another's property, you may be eligible
for compensation. Please contact
our firm today.
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Inadequate Security in Illinois
Employers and business owners are obligated to provide
a safe workplace or environment for their employees
and/or customers. For example, a woman should never
have to feel unsafe if she stays late working at her
office. In addition, parking garages should be well-lit
for patrons' safety. Security should be on-hand
to intervene should any problems arise-such as
assault, robbery, burglary, or even harassment. If you
or a loved one has been victimized as a result of inadequate
security, you have the right to pursue legal action.
Please contact our firm
today.
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Workers' Compensation in Illinois
Both accidents and repeated job duties can cause work-related
injuries. A construction worker injured in a fall is an example
of the former while an industrial worker injured by constant
exposure to dangerous chemicals represents the latter. Workers'
compensation is a benefit system put in place to help injured
workers receive compensation for their injuries and return to
their jobs as soon as possible. Injured employees are eligible
for workers' compensation if they are injured on the job or
while performing normal job duties. Fault is not considered.
Workers' compensation protects workers by providing for their
medical expenses and lost wages. Employees who accept workers'
compensation benefits can not sue their employer, although in
some cases, a suit may be brought against a third party. If you
believe that you have been wrongfully denied workers' compensation
benefits, our firm can help you receive the compensation you
deserve. Please contact us today!
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Employment Law in Illinois
Although companies have some discretion over whom they
may hire and fire, there are certain things that do
not constitute legal grounds for dismissal. These include
a person's color, gender, national origin, age, and
creed. For example, if an older employee who is working
well and consistently is let go simply because the boss
wants to higher someone younger, this may be considered
wrongful termination. If you believe that you have been
wrongfully terminated, our firm can help. Please contact
us today.
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Civil Rights in Illinois
Even in today's society, employers still may discriminate
against employees and customers based on sex, age and
race. For example, an employee may not be given the
same privileges as his counterparts. Or an older employee
may be terminated from a position solely because of
his age-no matter what his qualifications and
capabilities. In other cases, a woman may be paid a
smaller salary than her male coworkers because of her
sex. Whatever the case, civil rights violations will
not be tolerated. If your civil rights have been violated,
you have the right to pursue legal action. Please contact
us today.
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Nursing Home Negligence in Illinois
If you or your parents or grandparents are in a nursing
home, it's probably because you associate such facilities
with care and attentiveness. That's why nursing home
negligence is such a serious problem. Many of the patients
who reside in nursing homes are unable to communicate
instances of abuse or neglect because of physical or
mental disabilities or simply because they have no one
to tell. Nursing home negligence can be very serious,
causing significant health problems and even death among
victims. Examples of nursing home negligence include:
failing to provide adequate food or water, failing to
provide appropriate hygienic care, overmedicating patients,
using physical restraints unnecessarily, and physically
or sexually abusing residents. If you believe that you
or a loved one has been the victim of nursing home negligence,
it's important that you seek help both for your own
situation and for the other residents. Please contact
our firm today.
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Firefighter Hearing Loss
The Margolis Firm PC represents thousands of FireFighters
and EMTs across the US in products liability lawsuits
against siren and emergency vehicle manufacturers. Although
studies have proven that the traditional sirens are
ineffective warning devices, and the trade industry
is aware of safer and more effective alternatives, the
manufacturers refuse to eliminate, reduce or warn against
the hazards of permanent hearing loss on emergency personnel.
Unfortunately, FireFighters can't protect themselves
by wearing ear plugs, since they need to communicate
en route.
If you find yourself saying, "What?" all day
long; get an audiogram and get your local union officer
to call Jordan Margolis, Founder and Chairman of the
(ATLA) FireFighter/EMT Hearing Loss Litigation Group.
The Margolis Firm PC is the designated Personal Injury
law firm for Local 2, Chicago Firefighters Union.
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