Illinois Injury Law Blog
This blawg features coverage, news and information about car accidents, wrongful death, workers' compensation, nursing home abuse and medical malpractice.
Author: Kris Briggs practices at VanPopering Law Offices in Chicago.
Blawg Related Categories: Tort Law • Injury & Accident Law • Medical Malpractice • States • Illinois • Solo / Small Firm • Workers Compensation
Recent Posts from Illinois Injury Law Blog
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Injury Verdict Upheld in Chicago Police Department Auto Accident
A verdict awarded from a personal injury case in Chicago against the City of Chicago was upheld by an appeals court on August 27, 2007. The injuries sustained by the plaintiff in this auto accident…
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No Injury in Chicago Bear Auto Accident
An auto accident in the Chicago area made national news this week when Chicago Bears linebacker Lance Briggs was involved in a single car crash in the wee hours of Monday morning. Reports state that…
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Motorcycle Accident Fatalities on the Rise
A recent motorcycle crash near Joliet, Illinois resulted in a fatality this past week. Details of the collision are still being compiled but the high mortality rate for motorcycle accidents is an important issue. It…
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Illinois Accidents: 5 Things Everyone Should do When Injured in an Auto Accident
Unfortunately the personal injury field doesn't offer a claim specific universal handbook or set of guidelines for handling a personal injury in Chicago, however there are several things everyone should do when involved in an…
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Acting Quickly Regarding Personal Injury Claims
I have recently noticed a trend with new case calls that seems to be happening more and more often. Calls will come in from individuals seeking assistance from a lawyer with a personal injury claim,…
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In Illinois, Personal Injury Claims Arise Anywhere
Personal injury claims can arise in any facet of everyday life, claims are not solely limited to auto vs. auto accidents, work related injuries, and slip and fall accidents. Many times people feel that being…
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Faking Personal Injury Accidents Won't Lead To Recovery
I would like to think that I can procure a recovery for one of my clients no matter what the personal injury, however there are certain instances where the evidence is just too stacked against…
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Will Your Auto Insurance Protect You After An Auto Accident?
By law, every Illinois motorist is required to carry a specific amount of automobile insurance coverage. Despite that fact there are many accidents each day where the liable party for the collision does not carry…
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Hit and Run Accident in Chicago Results in Pedestrian Death
Particularly tragic injury cases result from vehicle versus pedestrian collisions. Often the injuries are severe and sometimes result in death. On July 19, 2007 in Chicago a father of three was killed when apparently struck…
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Parents of Illinois teen found guilty following auto accident resulting in death
Injuries and even death are often a tragic result when alcohol and automobiles are combined. A jury recently found the parents of an Illinois teenager guilty of allowing teens to consume alcohol in their home…