There are many risks when placing one’s possession in a storage locker. Will the stored items remain in good condition? Will there be damage from moisture or insects? One thing most people do not worry about is wildlife. According to a lawsuit, when Michael Giangrand opened the door of his rental unit at a Public […]

I was recently injured by a caustic household cleaning product. Could I possibly recover against the manufacturer? Product liability actions are a sub-sect of negligence and personal injury law specifically focused on injuries occurring due to consumer goods. This can include household appliances, chemicals or medication – and successful cases often result in sizable settlements […]

Is a business liable for personal injuries occurring on its property? The Chicago Fire Department is investigating the Aragon Ballroom after a man fatally fell from the ballroom’s catwalk. This investigation is in conjunction with the Chicago Fire Department’s Fire Prevention Bureau activities from the day after the incident. The Chicago Department of Buildings previously […]

Is it possible to file a personal injury lawsuit against a restaurant or food producer for injuries caused by its products? A Chicago man recently filed a personal injury lawsuit against the fast food chain McDonald’s after experiencing the effects of a “defective” chicken McNugget. The complainant, whose injuries are alleged to have occurred at […]

What are the civil ramifications for colleges and universities that fail to follow proper procedures when a concussion is suspected? In recent years, the lifelong implications of an untreated concussion have received an unprecedented amount of attention. Until recently, concussions were relatively unheard of – and certainly did not necessarily require an athlete to leave […]