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Personal Injury
Levin & Perconti Reflect on the Tragic School Bus Collision in Western Illinois
RUSHVILLE, IL – The community of Rushville, Illinois, is devastated after a collision involving a school bus and a semi-truck killed five people, including three
Unprecedented Incident at Edgewater Senior Living Building Requires Thorough Investigation
The incident at the Judge Fisher Apartments remind us all of the vulnerabilities our cherished seniors face, even in places meant to ensure their safety.
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 turn tragic due to unforeseen accidents? At
Nursing Home Abuse
Are Illinois Residential Care Facilities Adequately Regulated? Exploring Oversight Amid Abuse and Neglect Incidents
Nursing home regulations aim to guarantee that residential facilities provide safe, sanitary, home-like environments where residents receive quality care. Inadequate regulation in nursing homes has
Unprecedented Incident at Edgewater Senior Living Building Requires Thorough Investigation
The incident at the Judge Fisher Apartments remind us all of the vulnerabilities our cherished seniors face, even in places meant to ensure their safety.
Average Nursing Home Neglect Settlement
The average nursing home neglect settlement is $245,559. However, nursing home neglect settlement amounts can vary widely based on the severity of your injuries and the weight of the evidence against the nursing home. Our nationally recognized nursing home abuse lawyers have settled many nursing home neglect cases for $1 million and more.
Birth Injury
Attorney Explains APGAR Scores for Birth Injury Evaluation
The Apgar score is a rapid assessment of your baby’s health following birth to determine if intervention is needed. Although not used to diagnose birth
Bridging the Gap: Maternity Medical Care Disparities for Women of Color
Bringing a child into the world should be a joyous occasion, yet for many expectant mothers, especially women of color, the experience is marred by
Signs of Fetal Distress
When signs of fetal distress are present during pregnancy or childbirth, swift action is necessary to prevent serious harm, including brain damage and death. The
Medical Malpractice
Attorney Explains APGAR Scores for Birth Injury Evaluation
The Apgar score is a rapid assessment of your baby’s health following birth to determine if intervention is needed. Although not used to diagnose birth
Bridging the Gap: Maternity Medical Care Disparities for Women of Color
Bringing a child into the world should be a joyous occasion, yet for many expectant mothers, especially women of color, the experience is marred by
Inspections of Illinois’ Worst Nursing Homes Show Abuse & Neglect
Nursing Homes Cited for Mistreatment Are Flagged with Special Icon on Government Website In 2019, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service’s (CMS) Five-Star Quality
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Smartphones Behind Spike in Car Accident Deaths
Let’s start with some facts about car accidents and smartphones in America: In the past two years, the number of pedestrians and cyclists struck and
Rules Related To Illinois’ Auto Insurance
Have you or a loved one been involved in a car accident? If so, you may wonder how auto insurance comes into play. In brief,
A Game Plan to Prevent Drinking and Driving Accidents This Holiday Season
The holiday season is in full swing, and for many people, this is one of the most enjoyable times of the year. Over the coming
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