🎉 We’re proud to share some exciting news! 🎉 Today, we are thrilled to announce that Dennis VanDerGinst has been selected as one of this year’s Elite Lawyers—an honor that recognizes not just excellence in legal practice, but a commitment to integrity, service, and community leadership. The Elite Lawyers Award is a prestigious designation that…
Read MoreWhat Is a Contingency Fee? No Win, No Fee Explained If you’ve been injured and are considering hiring a personal injury attorney, you’ve probably heard the term “contingency fee”. But what exactly does it mean? How does it work? And what are the benefits for clients? In this article, we’ll explain the concept of a…
Read MoreApple Agrees to Settlement Over Siri Eavesdropping: What It Means for the Public In recent years, concerns over privacy and data security have become increasingly prominent. One notable development is Apple’s recent settlement related to allegations that Siri, Apple’s popular virtual assistant, collected and listened to user conversations without proper consent. This controversy has raised…
Read MoreWarmer Weather Means More Sharing the Road: Let’s Stay Safe Out There As spring turns to summer and Illinois warms up, more and more people are getting outside—and that means roads, sidewalks, and bike paths are getting busier. Whether you’re heading out for a weekend drive, commuting to work, or taking a walk through your…
Read MoreGLP-1 Medication Lawsuits: What You Need to Know Now GLP-1 medications—such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro—have made headlines as groundbreaking treatments for type 2 diabetes and weight loss. But recently, these drugs have come under scrutiny as lawsuits are being filed nationwide by patients who say they experienced serious and unexpected side effects after using…
Read MoreA Growing Concern: Social Media and Minors In today’s digital age, social media is an integral part of daily life for many, particularly for minors. However, as more young people engage with platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, a rising concern has emerged: how these platforms may be harming their mental health, privacy, and safety. …
Read MoreThe New Vaping Laws: What You Need to Know Vaping has become a controversial topic in recent years, especially as its popularity has surged among teenagers and young adults. With concerns about the health risks of vaping, lawmakers have started to implement stricter regulations to protect the public—particularly minors—from the potential dangers of e-cigarettes and…
Read MoreEaster Food Safety: Keeping Your Celebration Happy and Healthy From Your Friends at VanDerGinst Law Easter is a time for celebration, family gatherings, and delicious meals. Whether you’re serving up a honey-glazed ham, dyeing Easter eggs with the kids, or enjoying a backyard brunch, food is often at the heart of the holiday. But nothing…
Read MoreAlarming Link Between Firefighting Foam and Cancer: What Firefighters Need to Know At VanDerGinst Law, we are committed to raising awareness about health risks faced by those who bravely protect our communities. Recent studies have highlighted concerning links between certain types of firefighting foam, particularly those containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), and an…
Read MoreLawyer Life Hacks: Simple Ways to Protect Yourself Legally Every Day At VanDerGinst Law, we believe that a little bit of knowledge can go a long way in protecting yourself and your loved ones. Here are some quick and simple legal life hacks you can use to stay safe and prepared—without needing a law degree! …
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