Most accidents happen at night or in the overnight hours. The limited sight that comes with the darkness makes this time so dangerous. Not only does the darkness prevent you from seeing obstacles in the road or other issues, reducing your reaction time, but also your...
Lake County, Illinois Legal Blog
What are the most dangerous occupations?
There is a greater inherent risk of serious and sometimes fatal injury in some professions than in others. The most dangerous jobs tend to be those that put workers in precarious physical positions, require them to work around heavy equipment or impose the greatest...
How can state law invalidate prenuptial agreements?
Couples use prenuptial agreements to work out issues that may come up in divorce. If you have a prenup ready to go, you might believe you will avoid a lot of the conflict and acrimony that comes with ending a marriage. This will depend on whether an Illinois judge...
The construction industry’s “Fatal Four”
Practitioners in the construction industry in Illinois no doubt value the personal freedom that such work offers. The constantly changing work environment is likely very appealing to them. Yet the benefits that environment offers also makes this particular service...
How can an interlock device help reinstate your driver’s license?
A conviction for driving under the influence may result in suspension of driving privileges under state law. The Illinois DUI Fact Book explains that you may have your driver’s license reinstated if you install a breath alcohol ignition interlock device, or BAIID, on...
How can older drivers reduce the odds an accident?
Older drivers often face many challenges in the wake of motor vehicle collisions. For example, some are seriously hurt and have to deal with pain and other physical consequences for the rest of their lives. These wrecks are also devastating emotionally and...
Dividing college expenses after divorce
Illinois divorce law is unique in that judges can require parents to pay for their children's college education. If you are ending your marriage and will share custody of minor children, you may want to make arrangements for these expenses in your parenting agreement....
Can I still sue if I signed a liability waiver?
If you have recently suffered an injury in Illinois due to someone else’s negligence, you can pursue damages to compensate for your suffering. Illinois subscribes to modified comparative negligence, meaning that you may still receive damages even if you were partially...
What to do with a denied workers’ compensation claim
Employees who receive injuries while on the job are legally able to file for workers’ compensation benefits. These benefits cover medical bills and lost wages as a result of the injuries. In order to receive these benefits, an employee must fill out a claim form;...
Who is responsible for injuries in a medical malpractice case?
When you have long-term physical complications after a surgery or other procedure, you may rush to place the blame solely on the doctor. However, there is a wide scope of people who may contribute to this injury beyond the attending physician. Improper drug dosages In...