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If you were injured because of someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to substantial compensation. In Illinois, that compensation usually includes money for economic losses, such as medical bills, as well as non-economic losses, such as pain and suffering. Since so much is at stake, it’s important to choose the right personal injury attorney. […]

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, which handles workplace safety issues, is one of the smallest federal agencies. Even with its state partners, OSHA only has one inspector for every 59,000 workers. As a result, workplace injuries are fairly common.

A Powerful Statement of Justice Following a two-week trial in Cook County, Illinois in May, 2019, the jury returned a verdict for $3,000,000. The Plaintiff in the case was an adult woman (with two young boys of her own) who lost her mother in July, 2014. Sarah Crayton was a 61-year-old woman who originated from […]

Federal CMS Releases “Special Focus Facility” Candidates The Federal Government provides oversight for Nursing Homes in the United States. Part of this is because federal programs like Medicare and Medicaid provide funding for nursing facilities. In their role overseeing complaints about persistent care problems, the Government compiles statistics and investigates facilities. This had previously led […]

If you sustain an injury that prevents you from performing your job, your employer’s insurance company likely has to pay you workers’ compensation benefits. Before the company will disperse your first check, however, you must undergo an examination by an employer-provided medical professional who will determine the nature and extent of your injuries. They will […]

When a car crash occurs, it is not uncommon for more than just the driver to sustain injuries. If passengers are in the vehicles at the time of the incident, there is a good chance they too will endure injuries. But who is financially liable for passengers’ medical bills, lost wages, and other damages? Does […]

Illinois sets a time limit on the time you have to file a lawsuit for compensation after an injury. This time limit is known as the “statute of limitations.” Once the time under the law to file expires, you forfeit your chance to bring a suit against the negligent party. Forever. There cannot be any […]

Business and property owners have a duty to keep their properties reasonably safe, so as to prevent harm from befalling their guests. If a property owner fails to take reasonable care, the state of Illinois may hold them accountable for damages that arise. However, “reasonable care” looks different in every situation. To help deciding parties […]

If you or a loved one suffer an injury because of someone else’s negligence, the law gives you the right to pursue compensation for your losses. However, trying to navigate the legal system on your own can be tough. At Coogan Gallagher, our personal injury attorneys help accident victims and their families navigate civil claims […]

It can be frustrating to wait on your insurance company in the event of a claim. In this post, we’ll cover why your insurance may be taking longer than expected and some things you can do if your insurance company is stalling. If you are trying to settle with an insurance company that continuously delays […]

The rules for work injuries in Illinois can be a bit confusing. There is terminology that you would not use in everyday life that is common to every case. The most important thing you can do for yourself is speak with a lawyer who can represent you and explain your rights and the way to […]

In 2003, 3M became the sole supplier of earplugs for the U.S. Military. It continued to supply all branches with earplugs until 2012. According to reports, the company partnered with the U.S. to protect the nation’s troops despite knowing that its earplugs were defective. Now, men and women who served and deployed during those nine […]