We have been running our service since 2001. We are lawyers in Chicago who will talk to you for free about any Illinois legal matter. We will answer questions and if you need a referral and we know someone for you, we will recommend the best lawyer we know for your situation. The attorneys we […]
Recently I was contacted by a nice guy who had been in a car accident in Chicago. He had found what seemed like a great car accident law firm to represent him, but had questions about their fees. He first asked me what a standard fee is for a personal injury lawyer. I answered honestly […]
We are experienced Chicago attorneys who offer free legal guidance and lawyer referrals to the best law firms in Illinois. We have helped more than 300,000 people in 20+ years. If you have questions or would like a referral, call to speak to one of our lawyers at 312-346-5320. Pretty much everyone has either had […]
A couple of weeks back I got a call from someone who had been injured in a car accident. They wanted me to give them a list of the best five car accident attorneys in Chicago. When I told them that didn’t exist they didn’t give me a chance to explain why and hung up. […]
Nobody wants to get divorced or split up and have a child custody or support issue, but it happens. It’s nice when things can be amicable, but the reality is that is not always the case even when things start off friendly. Lots of times games are played. Tell me if any of the following […]
There are no words that can describe the pain and suffering for a family after the loss of a loved one. If that loss was due to a wrongful death, it can be especially painful to think and imagine the horrors your loved one faced. Filing a wrongful death lawsuit won’t fix the damage that’s […]
We get a lot of calls about social security laws and benefits so we thought it would make sense to provide some information. The differences between Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income If you’ve suffered a severe injury or are suffering from an illness or disability that is keeping you from being able […]
We are Chicago based lawyers who cover all of Illinois and have experience with serious injury cases. Fill out our contact form or call us at 312-346-5320 if you’d like to discuss a case for free and in confidence. Many Americans are highly concerned with access to affordable and quality health care. And rightfully so […]
Your baby is born and it is the most rewarding experience for your family and one that you’ve been anticipating for a long time. But, what if, what should be one of the brightest and happiest moments in your life, has turned to one of the darkest moments. Such is the case for a mother […]
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, or at least the most wonderful if you don’t fall and get hurt. Already it’s been a brutal and crazy winter in Chicago. With lots of snow, ice and slush you can count on one thing happening: lots of slip and fall injuries. This time of year […]
The idea of spending a few days in bed may seem like heaven on earth to some, but the reality is there are many patients who are bedridden or confined to a wheelchair for extended periods. It can be very difficult for many patients to adjust to and often very painful. Those patients rely on […]
Although Illinois has a reputation as a plaintiff friendly state, the reality is that suing the State of Illinois for negligence has been very difficult. That is because in 1971 a cap was put on lawsuits against the State that limited your recovery to $100,000.00. The cap has not gone up for inflation or any […]
Divorce is not only a very trying and exhausting time; it can also create a financial burden for many families. Undoubtedly, child support can be the biggest of financial burdens. Child support is something that many parents are forced to pay following a divorce. It’s not something many parents want, or are able, to pay, […]
If you have a work-related injury in Illinois, you may consider seeking out legal help. First thing, you should consider what kind of attorney would best fit your criteria and interview them. This first meeting is an initial consultation and is your chance to really dig in and ask some important questions, make observations and […]
We’ve all heard and probably even used the expression “possession is 9/10th of the law.” So, by this mentality, what I physically have in my possession is mine? Great! The $20 I just saw drop out of the man’s wallet in front of me at Starbucks is now mine. The car my friend just let […]
The director of public affairs for Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Kate Ellis, said in a statement “The safety and security of our patients and team members is our top priority.” However, after a Cook County jury awarded more than $10 million to former AIMMC employees this week for two (2) separate incidents in a […]
Workers’ Compensation claims can difficult, exhausting and just plain complicated. If you’ve found yourself suffering from a work injury, here is a list of our favorite 33 tid-bits that you might find helpful. 1. With the exception of Federal workers, Chicago cops/firemen, some farm workers, and truly independent contractors, all employees, including employees through a […]
Even if you’ve never been in a car accident, you’re probably familiar with police reports. But, do you really know what these reports are and what they entail? Basically, a responding officer to a scene of a car accident generates these police reports. It is a summary of information regarding motor vehicle collisions, including your […]
Divorce can be messy. And if you are in an abusive relationship or were in the past, you rightfully wouldn’t want to have to see or talk to your soon to be ex. I’ve noticed an uptick in people who want a divorce, but don’t want to tell their spouse about it. Many of these […]
Have you been injured at work in Illinois and been waiting for a settlement offer? I have potentially good news for you. There is no better time of year than right now to get an offer. While there’s no law that requires an insurance company to make an offer when you are hurt in Illinois […]