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What Are the Types of Personal Injury Cases in Illinois

August 27, 2024 Holley Rosen Beard
Accidents and injuries can happen in many different ways, often leaving victims facing medical bills, lost wages, and other challenges. In Illinois, the law recognizes various types of personal injury cases, each with its own set of rules and considerations. Whether you've been hurt in a car crash, injured on someone else's property, or...
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How Much Compensation Can You Get for a Personal Injury?

May 17, 2024 Holley Rosen Beard
Experiencing an injury can profoundly impact your life, causing trauma and significant changes. Beyond enduring physical discomfort and emotional upheaval, you may grapple with increasing medical expenses, loss of income, and additional financial pressures. Additionally, if someone else’s actions caused the accident that harmed you, you may be feeling anger and resentment. In such circumstances, seeking...
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Is Illinois a Comparative Negligence State?

April 18, 2024 Holley Rosen Beard
Have you been injured in an accident? If someone else is to blame, they could owe you compensation for the many ways the accident has affected your life. This could include everything from dollars-and-cents expenses like medical bills and lost income to more subjective losses like pain and suffering. But what happens if you...
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What Are Punitive Damages in Illinois Personal Injury?

April 3, 2024 Holley Rosen Beard
After suffering injuries in Illinois due to another party’s negligent or intentional actions, many people understand that they have a right to file a personal injury claim. A successful claim can permit the injured person to recover compensation for losses such as medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of...
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