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Medical Malpractice

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Common Injuries or Signs of Medical Malpractice

When you seek medical care, you trust that your providers will act carefully and follow accepted medical standards....

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Military Members Can File Malpractice Claims

For decades, active-duty service members and their families have been barred from making medical malpractice claims against military...

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How To Research Illinois Doctors

How to Find Out If an Illinois Doctor Has A Bad Record Many people feel comfortable choosing a...

Birth Injury

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What Is Marginal Cord Insertion?

During pregnancy, the umbilical cord attaches on or around the center of the placenta. This vital organ helps...

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A Top 10 List of Common Birth Injuries

What is a Birth Injury? A birth injury is a physical trauma suffered by an infant at birth....

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Maternal Mortality in Illinois: Why Black Women Face Higher Risks and How Lawyers Can Help

When a mother dies during childbirth, her family loses more than a loved one — they lose a...

Personal Injury

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Can Text Messages and Social Media Comments Be Used as Evidence in Court for a Personal Injury Accident Claim?

Yes, text messages, social media comments, and other digital communications can be used as evidence against you in...

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Recreational Injuries: A Guide to Understanding Your Legal Rights

Recreational activities are a great way to unwind and enjoy life. But what happens when these fun-filled moments...

Levin & Perconti Attorney’s Top Chicago’s Team
Levin & Perconti Attorney’s Top Chicago’s Leading Lawyers List

Congratulations to these Levin & Perconti attorneys recognized in Leading Lawyers magazine as Top Attorneys. Their peers have...

Nursing Home Abuse

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Levin & Perconti Attorneys Speak Out Against Nursing Home Owner Who Refuses to Pay Record Verdict and Settlements

When families place a loved one in a nursing home, they trust that facility to provide safe, dignified...

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Illinois Allows Fire Departments to Charge Nursing Homes for “Lift-Assist” Calls: What It Means for Resident Safety

Illinois recently passed legislation that could quietly, but significantly, change how nursing homes and assisted living facilities respond...

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How Do I Choose The Best Nursing Home For My Mom or Dad?

Choosing the best nursing home for a parent is one of the most emotionally difficult decisions a family...

Motor Vehicle Accidents

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How to Prevent Drinking and Driving Accidents This Holiday Season

The holiday season is the perfect time to gather with friends and family to commemorate the year and...

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Can Text Messages and Social Media Comments Be Used as Evidence in Court for a Personal Injury Accident Claim?

Yes, text messages, social media comments, and other digital communications can be used as evidence against you in...

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Why Do You Need a Truck Accident Lawyer?

Truck accidents often involve devastating injuries and a complicated web of multiple liable parties, making them much more...

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