We all instinctually know that drinking and driving is dangerous, and yet millions of drivers worldwide will drive while intoxicated each year. To spread some education about drinking and driving dangers, our team of car accident attorneys from McHargue & Jones, LLC in Chicago would like to take a quick look at alcohol impairs a…
When a Truck’s Brakes Fail, Who Can Be Held Liable? Brake failure is one of the most dangerous causes of truck accidents. Because commercial trucks are significantly heavier than passenger vehicles, they depend on properly functioning braking systems to stop safely. When brakes fail, the results are often severe or catastrophic. If you were injured…
Did your employer refuse to report your work injury, change the story, or pressure you to say it happened at home? In Illinois, you may still have a valid workers’ compensation case. This guide explains what to do next — and how the workers’ comp lawyers at McHargue & Jones can protect your benefits with…
Illinois workers’ compensation covers workplace assaults and violent attacks when an employee is injured because of their job duties or work environment. Under the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act, employees in Chicago and across Illinois who are assaulted by patients, inmates, students, customers, delivery recipients, or members of the public may be entitled to full benefits,…
No. Illinois workers’ compensation does not pay traditional “pain and suffering” damages — but injured workers can still receive substantial financial benefits that account for serious injuries, permanent limitations, and long-term impact. Instead of pain and suffering, Illinois workers’ comp provides guaranteed medical coverage, wage replacement, and permanent disability benefits based on medical evidence and…
Truck Black Box Data in Accidents: How It Proves Fault in Illinois Commercial trucks are equipped with electronic control modules (ECMs), often called “black boxes.” These systems record critical data about how a truck was being operated before and during a crash. In many truck accident cases, black box data is one of the most…
No — you are not required to speak to the other driver’s insurance company without an attorney. In many cases, doing so can hurt your claim. After a car accident, the at-fault driver’s insurer may contact you quickly and ask for a statement. While they may sound helpful, insurance adjusters are trained to protect the…
Yes—you should see a doctor immediately after a car accident, even if you feel fine. Many injuries are delayed, and getting medical care is one of the most important pieces of evidence in car accident claims in Illinois. Waiting to seek treatment can seriously hurt both your health and your case. Insurance companies look for…
If you’re a parent, your biggest concern when buying your child gifts for the holidays may be finding the exact brand and color of the toy they described in their letter to Santa. Plus, you’re probably on the hunt for the best holiday sales. Amidst the holiday cheer, you may not be thinking about the…
The Importance of Health and Safety in Retail Stores When most people think of hazardous jobs, retail roles generally do not make the list. Retail workers are just as likely as any other worker to be injured at their jobs and may be equally at risk for occupational accidents as workers in traditionally “dangerous” roles….
Everybody is familiar with the dangers of distracted driving, but what about the dangers of distracted walking? It is a well-known fact that distracted driving (especially cell phone use) is a contributing factor in a multitude of severe car accidents every year. But cell phone use when walking can cause injuries too — a pedestrian…
In most industries, people who are injured on the job have the option to file a claim with their employer and their employer’s insurance company in order to recover workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ compensation is not available to all employees in the United States, including people who work in the railroad industry. Railroad workers have…
Can I Sue My Employer for Negligence Leading to My Work Accident? The reception of workers’ compensation benefits is not dependent on fault. An injured employee does not need to blame another person to qualify for benefits. In addition to the absence of “fault” under the workers’ compensation system, employees cannot sue their place of…
To recover benefits under the workers’ compensation system, an injured employee must spend a significant amount of time speaking with their employer, representatives from their employer’s insurance company, and attorneys. These processes can be complicated for the many non-native English speakers in the American workforce. Workers’ compensation bureaus throughout the United States (including the Illinois…
Truck Accidents Caused by Overweight or Hazardous Cargo in Illinois Truck accidents involving overloaded or hazardous cargo are among the most dangerous collisions on Illinois roads. Commercial trucks are already significantly larger and heavier than passenger vehicles, but when cargo is improperly loaded, unbalanced, or exceeds legal weight limits, the risk of serious accidents increases…
