With the advent of the green movement, many people are advocating the virtues of bike riding, especially people in large cities. It’s low cost, low energy, and frees up public transportation space for those of you who hate bike riding. …
MONDAY MORNING FOR A LAWYER
I had to be in Court at 9:00 am this morning, so I had to put on the suit and tie. There was some car trouble over the weekend, so I was going to take the train. It’s only a …
FELL AT WORK & GETTING COMP; CAN I SUE?
This is a topic that comes up often. It involves the relationship between workers comp and personal injury. In this particular case, I was asked whether someone who fell at work and is getting workers comp can also sue. The …
This Isn’t About Reform. It’s About Insurance Companies Wanting More Profits, As Usual.
A recent item in the news tells that a committee has been appointed to study reforms to the Illinois Workers Compensation Act. This so-called “Business Community” has suggested certain “reforms.” The first thing that you need to know is that …
Job Status Of Injured Workers Is More Secure After Recent Supreme Court Case
Can they fire me for this? That is a question I get asked fairly often when interviewing new clients who are considering filing a workers’ compensation case. In times like these, people have every right to be concerned. It’s illegal …
Prejudgment Interest: The Answer To “Why Is This Taking So Long?”
“Why is this taking so long?” That is a question that a plaintiff’s personal injury lawyer hears quite often. Personal injury lawyers work on a contingent fee basis. That is, the lawyer does not get paid unless and until the …