Birth trauma refers to physical or psychological injuries that occur during labor or delivery — either to the baby (neonatal trauma) or the birthing person (maternal trauma). When your child suffers an injury at birth, everything changes in an instant. The medical bills, therapy costs, and emotional stress can be overwhelming. In those moments, you’re […]
According to the 2023 crash statistics from Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois recorded 299,133 motor vehicle crashes statewide. If you were severely hurt in a crash and you’re wondering how much your case might be worth, you’re not alone. Most people who contact us after a car accident in Illinois want the same answer: how […]
There are a lot of things the general public doesn’t typically know about attorneys. For example, just because someone is attorney doesn’t mean that they can guide you on all areas of law. In fact, we started our Illinois attorney referral service because too many people were going to lawyers who took on cases they […]
According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, in 2023, 3,435 railroad workers were injured while on duty. If you work for a railroad and were injured due to your job, your rights are a little different from most other workers. Instead of regular workers’ compensation, your claim may fall under a special federal law called […]
When someone reaches out to us looking for an Illinois workers’ compensation lawyer, our goal is simple: connect them with the best attorney for their specific situation. While many attorneys handle work injury claims, only a select number consistently deliver strong results for their clients while providing excellent service (responsiveness, clear communication, etc.). Workers compensation […]
If you’ve suffered an injury at work, you’re not alone. Falls are one of the most common causes of workplace injuries in Illinois. A simple misstep can lead to serious harm, especially when you’re just trying to do your job. At Illinois Lawyers, we’ve been connecting injured workers with top Illinois workers’ compensation attorneys since […]
If you’re a Southwest Airlines employee hurt on the job — whether it happened at Southwest Airlines Chicago Midway Airport, during a flight, or even if you live in another state and were injured on a layover here or on a flight that originates from here — you may be eligible for Southwest Airlines workers’ […]
The National Safety Council motor-vehicle crash statistics report that approximately 5.1 million people sustained medically consulted injuries from car crashes in 2023 in the U.S. If you’ve recently been in a car accident in Illinois, you’re probably dealing with more than just a damaged vehicle. There are medical bills, insurance adjusters, time off work, and […]