You have a lot to think about in the immediate aftermath of having been involved in a car accident in Lake County. Because of this, taking legal action is likely not at the forefront on your mind. Yet once the expenses associated with your accident begin to pile up...
Report: Teens no longer the most dangerous drivers
Likely for as long as you can remember, people have regarded teenagers as the most dangerous drivers. The biggest reason is inexperience. A 16-year-old, even one who has gone through all of the proper training, just doesn't have much time behind the wheel. People make...
These construction site accidents can cause serious injury, death
When working on a construction site, you understand the importance of taking steps to protect yourself from an accident that could cause serious injury or even death.And while you're successful in doing so most the time, it only takes one mistake by yourself or a...
DUI defense options in Illinois
Being pulled over and asked to perform a Breathalyzer test can be a surprising thing to happen to you, and you will likely be nervous or upset when you have this experience. It may be difficult to recall the events in detail, because the entire episode may feel like a...
Protect yourself at work with these ladder safety tips
Your profession may call on you to use a ladder day in and day out. For example, if you're a roofer, climbing up and down a ladder will soon become second nature.As helpful as a ladder can be on a job site, it's also a big safety risk. Here are five ladder safety tips...
Planning your divorce can help protect your business
When business owners get divorced, their spouses often have a valid claim to a portion of the business's value as a part of their divorce settlement. If an owner doesn't approach the divorce process with clear priorities and careful planning, they may lose their...
Workers’ compensation: An overview
Life comes with unavoidable risks. Every day we face potential injury doing even the simplest things. Crossing the street, riding the bus, even cooking can be a risk. But if you’re injured at work, there are laws designed to protect your livelihood and minimize...
Falling may be more dangerous than you realize
When you run errands, visit friends or attend a community event, there is nearly always an element of danger involved. Although, many times, these potential risks remain unnoticed until they cause a problem.However, often due to someone’s negligence,...