Personal Injury Blog
Bike Safety in Illinois: Pedal with Confidence
Cycling is a popular and eco-friendly mode of transportation in Illinois, providing us with an...
Can You Sue a Nursing Home for Negligence?
When you or a loved one moves into a nursing home, you have every reason to expect to receive...
What to Know About Punitive Damages in Illinois
At Lewis Law Firm, we’re dedicated to helping personal injury victims receive justice and the...
Lewis Law Firm Reaches Record $18 Million Dollar Settlement for Pedestrian Hit by Car While Crossing Outside of a Crosswalk
On the eve of a projected three-week trial, The Lewis Law Firm secured an $18 million dollar...
What Are Your Rights if You are Injured at an Airport?
Airports are hectic environments, with millions of travelers passing through them daily to reach...
What is Ambulance Chasing and is it Legal in Illinois?
Ambulance chasers use unethical methods to solicit clients. Read more to learn the signs of an ambulance chaser and how to identify a trustworthy lawyer.
How Do You Get Someone Out of a Nursing Home if They’re Not Safe?
If you suspect a loved one has been neglected or abused, you may want to remove them from their nursing home. Read more to learn about the removal process.
What is a Coup Contrecoup Brain Injury?
Coup contrecoup, also known as coup countercoup, is a specific type of traumatic brain injury...
Passenger Rights in Illinois Car Accidents: How to Get Compensation
Understanding your rights as a passenger in a car crash is essential to getting the compensation you deserve. Keep reading to learn more.
How is Fault Determined in a T-Bone Accident In Illinois?
T-bone accidents, which are also often referred to as side-impact or broadside collisions, are one...
What is Failure to Diagnose and Why Does it Matter?
In 2018, research showed that medical errors were the third-leading cause of death in the United...
The Collateral Source Rule in Illinois & the Role of Insurance Companies in Personal Injury Cases
What is the Collateral Source Rule in Illinois? The collateral source rule dictates that evidence...
How to Calculate Pain and Suffering After Personal Injury in Illinois
What is Pain & Suffering in Illinois? Illinois defines pain and suffering as the emotional and...
How to Prove Negligence in Illinois
Negligence is a legal term that means failure to use reasonable care resulting in damage or injury...
Lewis Law Firm Wins Major Appellate Court Decision
On September 30, 2021, the 1st District Appellate Court issued its ruling in favor of a young...