Fatigue is more than simply feeling tired after a long day. In physically demanding and high-risk workplaces, exhaustion can reduce concentration, slow reaction times and increase the likelihood of serious accidents. Safety organizations continue to emphasize that...
Every year, thousands of large commercial trucks travel America's highways carrying heavy loads through busy cities and rural communities. Because these vehicles require far greater stopping distances than passenger cars, properly functioning truck brakes are...
A crash with a city bus, police car or snowplow may leave you unsure about your next steps. Along with serious injuries, you may also face special rules for claims against public bodies. Illinois law gives government entities certain forms of immunity. However, those...
Surgery always carries some degree of risk, and as such, patients are often warned about the possibility of infection as part of the informed consent process. However, not every post-surgical infection is unavoidable. In some cases, serious infections develop because...
There are many medical conditions that cause similar symptoms. People rely on physicians to assess their experiences, run appropriate tests and determine the underlying cause of a medical condition. The diagnostic process can be relatively quick in cases where a...
Experiencing a severe injury can turn your life upside down. Learning how Illinois treats these injuries can help you decide if your situation may qualify as catastrophic. Not every serious injury meets this level, but the law recognizes certain injuries for their...
Nursing home elopement occurs when a resident leaves a facility or supervised area without authorization or staff awareness. It’s most common among patients living with dementia, Alzheimer's disease or other cognitive impairments that affect judgment, memory and...
The days and weeks after a car accident can be overwhelming. Medical appointments, missed time from work and mounting bills often create pressure to resolve the situation as quickly as possible. However, accepting a settlement too soon after the crash can sometimes...
Which industries file the most workers compensation claims? Some jobs appear to carry more risk than others, and the numbers suggest that physical work can raise the chance of injury. If you work in a demanding field, you may face a greater likelihood of filing a...
When you visit a loved one in a nursing home, you expect to see them as they are. Maybe they are a bit slower or more forgetful, but their personality should still be there. It is heartbreaking to walk into a room and find a vibrant parent suddenly sluggish,...