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Types of Premises Liability Cases

What is Premises Liability? Premises liability cases are personal injury cases where an injury occurs on a property that is occupied, managed, or owned by another person, organization,...

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Questions to Ask After A Car Accident

The Value of A Witness in Car Accident Cases Car accidents are some of the most common causes of personal injuries and death in the United States. They’re...

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The Elements of A Wrongful Death Case

How Do You Prove Wrongful Death? When someone is grievously injured and it results in their death, the situation may qualify as wrongful death if another party caused...

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Common Types of Personal Injury Cases

Why File A Personal Injury Claim When a person is injured due to someone else’s negligence, reckless behavior, or mistake, it can lead to costly medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and even permanent disabilities. It's due to the serious impact an accident can have on a person’s way of life that personal injury lawsuits are filed in an effort to reduce the damages and loss a victim encounters in these scenarios. There are many different types of injuries and accident cases that are the basis for personal injury claims in Rockford, IL and across the country. Some of the most common types of personal injuries are listed below. 6 Examples of Personal Injury Cases Common types of personal injury cases include the following: Auto Accidents - Car accidents are one of the most common causes of serious injuries and death in our nation. People involved in motor vehicle accidents often file personal injury claims. Motorcycle Accidents - Motorcycle accidents are also extremely common, and unfortunately, they usually result in...

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Who Can File A Wrongful Death Suit in Illinois?

Why Should You File A Wrongful Death Claim? When an unexpected tragedy occurs, such as the death of a loved one, it can turn our lives upside down. Not only are we left with the emotional turmoil of having lost someone we care about, but we also have to deal with the many changes this loss brings to our lives- From new financial burdens, to various personal responsibilities we did not have before, many of us can find ourselves feeling overwhelmed when a family member passes away. Reasons to file a wrongful death claim: Receive Compensation for Burial Expenses, Medical Bills, Lost Financial Support, Emotional Distress/Grief, etc. Find Justice for Your Loved One Prevent it from Happening to Someone Else If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or mistake, whether that be at the hands of a medical professional, hospital, product manufacturer, or drunk driver, you should file a wrongful death claim with the help of a qualified personal injury lawyer in Rockford, IL as...

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Reasons for Social Security Disability Termination

Many Americans rely on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). For individuals with disabling conditions, SSDI is vital to their health and quality of life. Applying successfully for disability benefits takes a lot of work and time, but once achieved, most claimants are able to comfortably rely on their benefits for many years. However, while it doesn’t happen often, there are times when disability benefits will be terminated. The Social Security Administration (SSA) is responsible for approving and denying SSDI coverage to claimants, and they are also responsible for terminating benefits when the rules indicate it is appropriate. Termination of disability benefits is also known as cessation of benefits. Why Would Social Security Disability Benefits be Suspended by the SSA? The following are some examples of the most common reasons a beneficiary may stop receiving SSDI: The beneficiary has returned to work or school full time. The beneficiary works part-time and earns over $1,470 (SGA for 2023) a month in gross pay. (This limit is higher for blind individuals) The beneficiary’s...

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What is Incapacity Planning? – Preparing for The Unexpected

Most people plan for their future by saving for retirement, writing a will, and estate planning. However, on occasion, unexpected events can happen that leave you seriously injured or otherwise incapacitated. In these situations, you may no longer be able to make sound decisions for yourself and others in your care. You may also be unable to care for yourself, manage finances, or plan ahead. Fortunately, incapacity planning acts as a safety net for these types of situations. Incapacity planning allows individuals to make important decisions now, including who can and will be in charge of making decisions for them later, should they become unable to do so. These types of plans can be laid out for both permanent and temporary incapacity. Creating an incapacity plan can give you peace of mind, knowing that if you’re seriously injured, develop dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, or another disease that affects your mental state, your assets will be protected. With an incapacity plan in place, you can rely on your attorney or a...

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How to Avoid Paying Alimony in Illinois

If you’re in the midst of a divorce and you’re the main breadwinner, you’re likely worried about the amount of alimony you’ll have to pay once the divorce...

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