Chicago Wrongful Death Lawyer

Civil law complements criminal law when it comes to achieving justice after the occurrence of wrongful death. After wrongful deaths, it is crucially important for society to ensure that victims’ families are properly compensated. Though no civil verdict can make things right after a tragic loss such as this, every bit of recompense helps. Not…

Sudden Death and Sports

In recent times sports have garnered more attention for its negative consequences, especially in the college and professional realms.  Lawsuits have been filed alleging that teams are purposely ignoring the injuries sustained by players. In most cases, these injuries will cause lifelong physical problems.  Of growing concern, however, is the risk of sudden death while…

83 Victims of Asiana Crash Filed Legal Papers Against Boeing in Chicago

According to an article in the Chicago Tribune, 83 of the passengers on Asiana Flight 214 that crash-landed at the San Francisco International Airport, took the necessary, initial legal steps to bring an action against Boeing, the manufacturer of the aircraft. The victims filed the petition in Chicago where Boeing maintains its headquarters. Aviation disasters,…

Driver Charged With First Degree Murder for Crash That Killed Husband and Wife

Car accidents occur far too often – especially in and around the Chicago area. According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, in 2011 there were 281,788 motor vehicle crashes on Illinois roadways. Further data reveals even more disturbing news: 918 people died in 835 crashes during that time, and an additional 84,172 victims were injured.…

Drunk Driver Kills Toddler in Fatal Car Crash on Chicago’s South Side

According to an article in the Chicago Tribune, a 27-year-old man was arrested and charged in the death of a two-year old girl who was walking with her great-grandmother to a daycare center when she was killed. The driver ran through a stop sign and although the great-grandmother tried to protect the toddler, she “sprung”…