The Lewis Law Firm Personal Injury Blog

When a loved one dies due to the wrongdoings or negligence of someone else, it is not uncommon to feel a deep sense of sadness and yearn for some form of justice. This is why the State of Illinois makes it possible to sue for wrongful death in an effort to obtain...

Negligence is a legal term that means failure to use reasonable care resulting in damage or injury to another. In a car crash, for instance, if a driver fails to keep a proper lookout (because they are adjusting the radio or checking their cell phone), they would be...

Over the past few years, our team has noticed some alarming trends in car crash cases. We keep seeing the same pitfalls. Fortunately, we can protect ourselves against many of these problems. Here are some steps you can take to...

Being a victim of somebody else's negligence can take great tolls emotionally, physically, and financially. But depending on the situation at hand, you may be entitled to significant monetary compensation. This will allow you, at the very least, to pay your medical...

What is Lane Splitting? Lane splitting is when a motorcycle drives between two occupied lanes, typically during heavy traffic. It also has a couple of other nicknames: whitelining and stripe-riding, since the bike rides on the white stripes that divide lanes. People...

Wrongful death claims are among the most serious civil litigation matters in Illinois.  Losing a loved one due to someone else's negligence, whether due to medical malpractice or preventable accidents, is heartbreaking and emotional. Victims and their families have...

Evidence is one of the most important aspects of any court case. During a trial, it paints as accurate a picture as possible of the events that brought people to the courtroom that day. Types of evidence can include physical objects, witness testimony, or video and...

Being in a car crash is almost always a jolting experience that often has one asking questions: what happened? Is everyone okay? What do I do now? A car crash can happen to anyone at any time, so it is important to know your options when it comes to being compensated...