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July 28, 2026

What’s the Difference Between a Criminal and Civil Sexual Abuse Case in Illinois?

A criminal sexual abuse case in Illinois can send an abuser to prison. However, it rarely puts money in a survivor’s hands or gives that...
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July 21, 2026

What Illinois Survivors Should Know About the Adult Survivors Act

The Adult Survivors Act is a New York law that does not extend to Illinois survivors of sexual abuse. However, that shouldn’t deter a survivor...
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July 18, 2026

Who Is Liable If You Were Sexually Assaulted at a Chicago Hotel?

When a guest is sexually assaulted at a hotel, more than one party usually shares the blame, and the business that profited from the stay...
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July 15, 2026

Can You Get Punitive Damages in an Illinois Car Accident Case?

Sometimes, but far less often than people expect. Illinois treats punitive damages as a rare remedy reserved for shocking conduct, and an ordinary crash caused...
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July 13, 2026

Who Pays When a Teen Driver Causes an Accident in Illinois?

Drivers commonly assume one of two things after a teenager causes a crash: either the young driver has nothing worth pursuing, or the parents automatically...
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July 10, 2026

Who Is Liable in a Rental Car Accident in Illinois?

Most people assume that when a rental car is in a crash, the rental company’s insurance handles it. The reality is a stack of overlapping...
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July 7, 2026

What Happens If a City or Government Vehicle Hits You in Chicago?

A collision with a Chicago garbage truck, a transit bus, or a marked squad car follows a different set of rules than a wreck between...
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July 4, 2026

Can You Sue a Driver for Speeding in Illinois?

Yes, you can sue a driver who was speeding in Illinois, and that speed often makes your injury claim stronger rather than harder to prove....
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July 2, 2026

Who Is at Fault in a Left-Turn Car Accident in Illinois?

In most Illinois left-turn collisions, the turning driver is presumed at fault because state law requires drivers to yield to oncoming traffic before crossing it....
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July 1, 2026

Uninsured/Underinsured Motorists

When the driver who hit you had no insurance, or nowhere near enough to cover your losses, your own auto policy often becomes the source...
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June 20, 2026

Who Is Liable When a Truck Accident Happens in a Chicago Work Zone?

Who may be held responsible for a truck accident in a Chicago work zone? Liability may extend to multiple parties, including the truck driver, trucking...
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June 18, 2026

What Happens If an Uninsured Driver Hits Your Uber or Lyft in Illinois?

What are your options if an uninsured driver causes a crash while you are in an Uber or Lyft? If an uninsured driver causes the...
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June 16, 2026

Should You Sue an Uninsured Driver After a Motorcycle Accident in Illinois?

Is it possible to file a lawsuit against an uninsured driver after a motorcycle accident in Illinois? Suing an uninsured driver may be an option,...
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June 14, 2026

How Uninsured Motorist Coverage Works for Illinois Motorcyclists

How does uninsured motorist coverage apply to motorcyclists in Illinois? In Illinois, uninsured motorist (UM) coverage can help motorcyclists recover compensation if they are injured...
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June 12, 2026

What Compensation Can Sexual Abuse Survivors Recover in an Illinois Civil Lawsuit?

What types of damages are available to sexual abuse survivors in an Illinois civil claim? Survivors in Illinois may recover compensation for both economic and...
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June 10, 2026

Can You Sue a School, Church, or Employer for Sexual Abuse in Illinois?

Can a school, church, or employer in Illinois be held legally responsible for sexual abuse? Yes, Illinois law allows victims to bring civil claims against...
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June 9, 2026

Illinois Elder Abuse Law: What Chicago Nursing Home Families Need to Know About the Adult Protective Services Act

What should Chicago nursing home families know about the Illinois Adult Protective Services Act? The Illinois Adult Protective Services Act helps protect older adults and...
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June 8, 2026

Burn Injuries From Defective Products in Chicago: Exploding Batteries, E-Bikes, and Illinois Product Liability

Who may be liable for burn injuries caused by defective products in Chicago? Manufacturers, distributors, or retailers may be responsible if an exploding battery, e-bike,...
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