We have specific civil rights guaranteed to us by the 14th Amendment to the United States Constitution. Understanding those civil rights can mean the difference between freedom and prison. It can mean the difference between keeping your property and having it seized by the government. An essential element of the protection under the 14th Amendment…
Continue reading…What Types of Damages Are Available in a Chicago Medical Negligence Case?
If you or a loved one suffered harm because of substandard healthcare services, you might wonder what types of damages are available in a Chicago medical malpractice case. The damages you can pursue in a medical malpractice case will depend on the unique facts of your situation. Illinois allows compensatory damages and, in some circumstances,…
Continue reading…Freed after 47 Years: The Wrongful Conviction of Cleve Heidelberg
Imagine if you were wrongly convicted for murdering a police officer and sentenced to life in prison, continuously maintained your innocence, and eventually had a judge order a new trial after serving 47 years in prison. It sounds like the premise of a Hollywood movie. Unfortunately, this case was very real for Cleve Heidelberg, who…
Continue reading…When Is Unnecessary Surgery A Form Of Medical Malpractice?
There is growing evidence that doctors are pushing their patients into getting surgeries that they may not need, rather than considering alternative – and safer – forms of treatment. Every surgery, including a relatively minor one, carries a number of risks for the patient. And if an unnecessary surgery turns out to injure the patient,…
Continue reading…Common Insurance Tactics Used Against Personal Injury Victims
If you’ve been in an automobile accident or other personal injury, chances are you will be dealing primarily with the at-fault party’s insurance company rather than the individual. It’s imperative that you retain skilled legal counsel when dealing with the insurer, especially since there are a number of tactics these companies use to try to…
Continue reading…What Are Wandering And Elopement In Nursing Home Neglect Cases?
Nursing homes are trusted to keep an eye on their residents, especially those with serious health conditions or cognitive problems. But when a facility fails to supervise its residents, they can end up lost and deprived of the critical care they need. In some cases, residents leave the facility grounds altogether and put themselves at…
Continue reading…What To Know About Nursing Home Financial Abuse
Nursing home abuse is often thought of in terms of physical or emotional harm inflicted upon the elderly. Unfortunately, another form of such abuse is financial. Nursing home residents are often seen as targets by dishonest caregivers wishing to exploit them for their own gain. But the problem of financial nursing home abuse usually goes…
Continue reading…How Can I Prove I Was Wrongfully Convicted of a Crime?
When someone is arrested, they are presumed innocent until proven guilty. The United States Constitution guarantees our civil rights to legal counsel and a fair trial. We trust that justice will prevail, and innocent people will be found not guilty. However, what happens when the justice system fails and a person is wrongfully convicted of…
Continue reading…Can I Get Emotional Damages From a Dog Bite?
Victims of dog bites can seek compensation for their injuries and damages from the dog owner or other legally liable party. Physicians, insurance companies, and the victims often focus on the physical injuries and financial losses caused by dog bites. However, dog bites and dog attacks can cause emotional damages that can be just as…
Continue reading…What Types of Doctors Face the Worst Malpractice Suits?
Medical errors and medical negligence are more common than many people realize. About one-half of medical providers have been or will be sued for medical malpractice. Malpractice spans all health care practices, including general practice, specialties, nursing homes, and hospitals. Victims of medical malpractice may be entitled to compensation for the damages caused by negligent…
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