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The term "Personal Injury" can sound a bit technical even though the words themselves are fairly straightforward. We never use the term in day to day life. It would sound strange to exclaim: I was injured personally! But the easiest way to define this type of injury...
There are various ways to categorize different accidents involving railroad workers. By categorizing, it makes it easier to see which types of accidents pose the greatest risk to workers. Furthermore, it can help with developing stronger safety standards and helping...
Dog is man’s best friend, so the saying goes. But a child can also develop a close bond with a dog. Unfortunately, as dog bite injury attorneys in O'Fallon Illinois, we see children being injured by dogs all too often. We wanted to pass along these tips for families...
What happens if a trespasser on your land gets hurt? Could you be responsible for their injuries, even though they trespassed illegally? You might be concerned about damage a trespasser could cause to your property, but you might also need to worry about how they...
Slip-and-fall accidents are more common than you may think. The National Floor Safety Institute finds that there are approximately 1 million emergency room visits every year because of slip-and-fall injuries. Injuries you may sustain from such an incident range from...
The new year is upon us. If you’re eager to get rid of the extra weight you put on over the holidays, you may have made a new year’s resolution to bump up your exercise routine. Many Americans approach work-out resolutions with gusto–vowing to shed excess pounds and...
Thanksgiving is just around the corner—a holiday dedicated to feasting on rich food with the family and friends you hold dear. The approaching holiday weekend is meant to be a joyous occasion. However, more often than you might expect, Thanksgiving mishaps can lead to...
When you go to a friend’s house, to the store or to an amusement park, you have the expectation that you will be reasonably safe. That is, no one should consciously put you in harm’s way. If there have been potential dangers such as a dog liable to bite or a bridge...
There has been regular discussion in the news lately about the elder abuse problem in our nation’s nursing homes. We’ve seen numerous reports of physical and sexual assault, negligent care and the unauthorized use of antipsychotic drugs on residents. As sexual assault...
The Fourth of July is a time to celebrate our nation’s independence. It’s also a time of tradition. It’s a time when we gather with friends and family, have a barbecue—and of course—watch fireworks. As product injury lawyers we want to inform you of the dangers that...