Quick answer: An Illinois personal injury claim usually moves through investigation, medical treatment, insurance and coverage review, damage documentation, and settlement negotiations. If the insurance company does not make a fair offer—or if a filing deadline is approaching—the injured person may file a lawsuit. The case can then proceed through written discovery, depositions, motions, mediation,…
Quick answer: Yes. If someone else caused your injury in Illinois, you may be able to recover lost wages as part of your personal injury case. Lost wage damages may include missed pay, overtime, tips, commissions, bonuses, used PTO, self-employment income, and reduced future earning capacity. But lost wages are not automatic. To prove entitlement…
New Lenox, Illinois — McHargue & Jones, LLC has filed a civil lawsuit on behalf of a victim connected to the alleged hidden phone recording incident at Parkview Christian Church in New Lenox, Illinois. The client’s name is not being published here. McHargue & Jones is seeking to protect the client’s privacy and keep identifying…
Negligent security is a legal concept that arises within the realm of premises liability. It refers to a situation where an individual becomes a victim of a violent act or crime on another person’s property, primarily due to inadequate security. The result can be a negligent security claim, which can arise from various real-life scenarios,…
Dogs are wonderful companions that bring joy and comfort to many people’s lives. However, sometimes these furry friends can become aggressive and cause harm to humans. In this blog post, we will be discussing who can be held liable for a dog bite victim’s injuries as well as what to do if you are injured…
While used interchangeably, bodily injury and personal injury refer to two separate issues. In this article, we will clearly define each term and provide examples so you can better use and understand the different terms. What Is Bodily Injury? Bodily injury is a term that most often refers to: criminal cases where one person has…
If you are injured at work in Illinois, your case may involve more than just workers’ compensation. In some situations, you may also have a third-party personal injury claim, which is a separate case against someone other than your employer who caused your injury. Can you have both workers’ compensation and a third-party claim in…
Each month, the National Safety Council (NSC) observes different safety campaigns to promote safety, responsibility, and well-being across the country. In March, it is officially National Ladder Safety Month, as presented by the American Ladder Institute. At McHargue & Jones, LLC, we are often called upon to help clients who have fallen off unsafe ladders,…
If you were injured in a car accident while working in Illinois, you may have two separate claims: a workers’ compensation claim and a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver. In many cases, you can pursue both at the same time. That matters because these claims are valued differently, they affect each other, and…
No, Illinois is not a no-fault car accident state. Illinois follows an at-fault (tort) insurance system, meaning the driver who caused the crash is responsible for paying damages. To recover compensation, injured victims must typically prove the other driver’s negligence. Illinois also applies a modified comparative negligence rule (the 51% rule), which can reduce or…
June 2020 is National Safety Month, as coordinated by the National Safety Council (NSC). Each year, National Safety Month shares with the country several safety topics that need more attention. This year, the focus is put mostly on the workplace and how everyone can be safer and healthier at work. Pay Attention to Your Mental…
At the base, personal injury cases generally involve the negligence of one party causing harm to another party. If the injured party can prove that negligence, then they may be able to recover compensation from the negligent party to pay for their medical bills and other expenses that arose as a result of the accident….
When a defective or dangerous product is negligently marketed to the public, manufacturers and retailers can be considered liable, and therefore required to pay damages to any consumers who suffered from an injury caused by the use of the product. Investing in a product you expected to help you, only to be harmed by its…
Workers’ compensation benefits plans are provided by employers with the intention of supplying financial resources in the instance that an employee is injured and unable to work. However, does workers’ compensation cover the medical expenses for all on-the-job injuries? What are the requirements that determine if an injured employee qualifies for workers’ compensation benefits? A…
Each year, thousands of Americans are killed in traffic collisions caused by distracted drivers. The devastating statistics encompassing this national epidemic has prompted lawmakers, law enforcement officials, and various awareness groups to take a stand against distracted driving behaviors. Under Illinois Statute 625 ILCS 5/12-610.2, it is illegal to use cell phones and other electronic…
