10 New Laws Effective July 1st
As July abruptly arrived last week, the launch of ten new Illinois laws arrived as well. The new state laws cover a spectrum of topics- reacting to more recently highlighted issues, as well as building upon older legislative developments. Here are the 10 new regulations in effect after July 1st: Coronavirus In response to […]
Man Charged in Weekend Crash that Killed IDOT Contractor in Mount Prospect
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11 People Hospitalized, Car Crashes into Hayride in Little Rock Township
LITTLE ROCK TOWNSHIP, Ill. — Approximately 11 people were injured after a car hit a hayride wagon Saturday in Kendall County, authorities said.
The accident occurred at around 5:30 p.m. in Little Rock Township near River Road and Blackhawk Road.
Ninth Circuit Affirms Biometric Privacy Class Action Lawsuit Against Facebook
This article was first published at JDSUPRA On August 8, the Ninth Circuit issued a highly anticipated decision affirming the district court’s certification of a class of Facebook users who suffered alleged violations of the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (“BIPA”). The case—which has been followed closely by the business community and privacy activists—may lead […]
Commercial Plumber to Receive $600k After Defective Pipe Bursts
A journeyman plumber was in the basement of a Salt Lake City high rise testing plumbing lines. While up on a ladder testing a pressurized pipe fitting, an end-cap blew off the fitting, instantly releasing pressure and knocking him off the ladder and to the ground. The plumber sustained an ankle fracture and was off work for three months. He luckily was able to return to work full-duty.
One Million Dollars Acquired in an Ongoing Case.
This is an ongoing case, the names have been removed to protect the identity of those involved. All claims and testimonial reported are to be considered as simply evidence. A partial settlement for one million dollars was finalized last week in a medical malpractice case against a hospital, surgeon, and various nurses. The $?,???,??? recovery […]
New Rules and Reflections on Bicycling
In the spring and summer, one of the things I love most about my job is that I can travel to and from work by bicycle several times a week. When I was first interviewing for the job and told my daughter that I’d be able to bike to work, she said, “Well, that’s a sign from God that you should take the position.” As it turns out, I love the job I have now. I also love biking to/from work, being able to see the sunrise as I commute and the bike path stretching out before me. I enjoy the time it gives me to mentally prepare for the day, and I especially benefit from the dose of endorphins that leaves me calm and alert for anything the day can throw at me. But lately, I’ve been thinking about biking in new ways. Here’s why…
Hundreds of Vets are Suing Over These Defective Combat Ear Plugs
Earplugs may cause hearing loss In a startling settlement in July 2018, the 3M corporation agreed to pay $9.1 million in a False Claims Act lawsuit to settle allegations that it knowingly supplied the United States military with defective earplugs. The lawsuit brought on behalf of the government alleged that the company covered up the […]
10 Tips to Maximize Your Personal Injury Case
Involved in an accident? After you have been injured, your main goal is to do everything you can to make a full recovery, without getting yourself into debt with medical bills. Most people believe that insurance companies will simply pay for your medical expenses for your injuries, but after working with countless insurance companies, our […]
Ex-Metra Engineer Gets $5.3M After Slip
Ex-Metra engineer gets $5.3M after slip Originally posted on Chicago Law Bulletin Facebook Google+ Twitter LinkedIn Pocket Ex-Metra engineer gets $5.3M after slip A Cook County jury on Tuesday awarded $5.3 million to a man who needed a spinal fusion after slipping on snow and ice while wearing an oily boot. Plaintiff Christopher Cravatta, a […]