When the weather gets cold and inclement weather strikes Iowa and Illinois, dangerous ice and snow conditions can lead to a variety of accidents. In addition to causing motor vehicle crashes and other incidents on roadways across the states, ice and snow can also lead to dangerous slip and fall accidents on doorsteps, on walkways,…
Read MoreWhether you live in Iowa or Illinois, you may spend a significant amount of time on the road commuting to work and driving kids to and from extracurricular activities. If you do spend a lot of time in the car, especially if you are in a hands-free phone state like Illinois, you may be wondering:…
Read MoreWere you recently injured in an accident caused by another party’s negligence? Did a family member get hurt after using a defective product? Was someone you love harmed by another party’s intentional wrongdoing? All of these situations—and many others—may be reasons to file a personal injury lawsuit. By filing a personal injury claim, you may…
Read MoreDennis “Super Lawyer” VanDerGinst Attorney and CEO Dennis VanDerGinst has been rated as a Super Lawyer by SuperLawyers.com. The objective of this rating service is to create a credible, comprehensive, and diverse listing of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas. The patented selection process includes independent research, peer nominations and peer evaluations and…
Read MoreAverage Settlement for Traumatic Brain Injury The adjective “traumatic” implies that whatever the adjective is describing is very severe – potentially even cataclysmic. However, not all traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are classified as serious; they can range from mild to severe on a case-by-case basis. As such, the average settlement for traumatic brain injury harm…
Read MoreGetting injured in an accident is a scary, painful, and confusing experience. Medical bills and other expenses can quickly accumulate following an accident. If you are unable to work, the questions surrounding bill payments can feel overwhelming. If you have been injured by the negligence, recklessness, or thoughtless act of another person, they can be…
Read MoreA concussion, also known as a traumatic brain injury, is an injury caused by a violent blow or jolt to the head. Concussion accidents are receiving more attention than ever before, and society is finally recognizing that concussion injuries are more than just a minor blow to the head. Concussions can cause long term, serious…
Read MoreBeing involved in a serious accident can be terrifying. It is not only stressful in the moment and immediately following the accident, but can also be nerve-racking in the long-term. Often times an injury victim struggles to pay for medical bills, make up for lost wages, and more. As such, filing a personal injury claim…
Read MoreNow that summer has officially arrived, more and more people are making their way to nearby lakes and beaches for some outdoor water recreation. Boating tops the list of popular recreational water activities and when done safely, can be a fun way to enjoy the outdoors with our loved ones. Unfortunately, it’s easy to forget…
Read MoreThose of us who have been injured in an accident can confirm that contacting an attorney is often the last thing on our minds. While it is true that focusing on treatment and healing should be foremost in an injured party’s mind, it is also often necessary for these individuals to file a personal injury…
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