2021-01-27 12:52
I got a call from a very angry woman whose husband had an Illinois workers’ compensation claim. She was really pissed because he was taken off work by his doctor for a week and s… Read More
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2021-01-20 13:43
We get a lot of great questions from people who call us for legal guidance. If you have any questions, fill out our contact form or call us at 312-346-5320 to speak with a lawyer for free.&n&hell…Read More
2021-01-13 12:32
We are in the time of year when we get a lot of calls from people who have sustained injuries due to slip and falls. It’s not just a result of snow, ice or slush, but also of wood that… Read More
2021-01-06 15:01
We are Illinois attorneys who offer free legal guidance and lawyer referrals for cases all over Illinois. If you would like a free consultation, fill out our contact form or call us at 312-3… Read More
2020-12-30 13:58
We are Illinois attorneys who will talk to you for free about your legal matter. Call us at 312-346-5320 for a no cost, confidential consultation.
As we head in to 2021, we are about to see… Read More
2020-12-23 12:55
Despite what insurance companies and some politicians like to tell people, it’s very hard to win a medical malpractice lawsuit in Illinois. You need to show that the medical prov… Read More
2020-12-16 13:36
One thing I try to do as an attorney is to remember that non-lawyers shouldn’t be expected to know about the law. It’s no different than if I went to a doctor or a mechanic… Read More
2020-12-09 13:48
As attorneys, a mistake we can make is to assume that the general public knows something that to us is basic knowledge.
This came up recently when I spoke to someone about a lawyer who was r… Read More
2020-12-02 13:37
We are an Illinois lawyer referral service run by attorneys. Since 2001 we’ve helped over 500,000 people find the best law firm for their case or just given them free legal advice to s… Read More
2020-11-25 12:59
One of the most common questions that comes up in any Illinois personal injury lawsuit is should I settle or go to trial?
This is of course a very sensible question. The answer to it r… Read More
2020-11-18 13:49
I had a call recently from a very upset person who did not get the result they were looking for in their divorce case. They were sure that they had a great legal malpractice lawsuit be… Read More
2020-11-11 13:41
I’m usually asleep at 11:11 p.m., but occasionally catch the clock at 11:11 a.m. and by superstition say to myself, “make a wish.” Well it’s November 11th today… Read More
2020-11-03 13:24
Covid has greatly impacted everyone’s lives. That’s not breaking news or surprising to anyone. Other than hand sanitizer manufacturers, most businesses are suffering as a r… Read More
2020-10-28 12:32
Do you like secrets? I’ve got a great one about personal injury lawyers in Chicago and really attorneys in Illinois in general. Want to know what it is?
Ready???
Personal injury… Read More
2020-10-21 11:08
We are Chicago attorneys who help with work injuries all throughout Illinois. If you have questions or want an attorney referral, call us for free at 800-517-1614.
There is a big misco… Read More
2020-10-14 11:25
I really don’t like AT&T or Direct TV. I’ve had the absolute worst customer service experiences with them. In recent months alone, the following has happened:
They offe… Read More
2020-10-07 12:19
Unfortunately, among other things, 2020 has been the year of people getting laid off. It’s understandable that businesses have had to make these tough decisions. A lot of g… Read More
2020-09-30 12:29
It’s one thing to say that first responders are heroes and we should appreciate them. It’s another thing to actually do something about it. In Illinois we show appreciation for f… Read More
2020-09-23 11:30
A caller to our office was pursuing a worker’ compensation claim for carpal tunnel. They had a lot of questions, but one of them was wanting to know what the odds were of them wi… Read More
2020-09-16 11:55
If you are considering a dissolution of marriage, you may have several questions and concerns. It can be a difficult time, but it is important to understand the process of family law. Just… Read More
2020-09-09 12:36
We are Chicago lawyers who since 2001 have offered free legal guidance and lawyer referrals to anyone who needs it on all Illinois legal matters. If you want to ask us a question just call u… Read More
2020-09-02 12:18
It’s been 26 years since I first walked into Chicago-Kent on Adams. I was an immature 22 year old who only applied to law school because a friend from college enlightened me that… Read More
2020-08-26 11:35
Another week, another apparently terrible police involved shooting. This time it was close to home, just over the border in Kenosha where Jacob Blake was shot in front of his kids despite be… Read More
2020-08-19 11:32
We’ve noticed an uptick of late of attorneys in Illinois telling their potential clients what they want to hear. Business is down for a lot of law firms and some are doing whatev… Read More
2020-08-12 12:26
It feels a bit morbid to write this, but with Covid-19 and all of the workers who feel unsure about returning to work, especially teachers, we wanted to do something to help out.
The reality… Read More
2020-08-05 12:44
In normal times, the Illinois Bar exam would have taken place two weeks ago. Due to Covid it first got pushed to September 9 and 10 and now is going to be online October 5 & 6.
I r… Read More
2020-07-29 11:52
We are straight talking, experienced Chicago attorneys who will talk to you for free. Call us any time at 312-346-5320 for a free consultation.
A very nice woman contacted me about a possibl… Read More
2020-07-22 14:20
Before I talk about workers’ compensation law and Coronavirus, I want to talk about work comp law and marijuana. Long story short, if you get hurt at work and test positive for m… Read More
2020-07-15 12:07
We are experienced Illinois attorneys who will talk to you for free. Our lawyers answer questions and/or refer you to the best lawyer for your case. We treat you like a family me… Read More
2020-07-08 12:05
The Covid world is new for all of us and constantly changing. I, along with just about every attorney I know, supported the closing of the courthouses while we got things under control. &hell…Read More
2020-07-01 11:36
One of the dumbest things we do is punish the poor financially for not having money to pay fines. That leads to a downward cycle that affects them in a bad way. It’s how it has b… Read More
2020-06-24 12:11
I got a call from a very nice young woman who was injured in a car accident. She was looking to sue her doctor for not diagnosing her injury, but it became clear pretty quickly that sh… Read More
2020-06-17 12:03
Nobody goes in to a marriage wanting to get a divorce. Most people don’t come out of a divorce saying that it was a great experience. The best result is usually knowing tha… Read More
2020-06-10 11:48
Full disclosure. I asked my assistant who is an avid motorcycle rider to contribute to this. She goes across country on her bike every summer and has taught me a lot that is relevant t… Read More
2020-06-03 17:06
If you have attended a protest or march in Chicago in the last week, odds are that you have been peaceful. Despite that, we are seeing scores of people getting arrested and/or being vi… Read More
2020-05-27 12:13
I’m a lawyer and even I wouldn’t want to hire a lawyer if I didn’t have to. I’ve paid for an attorney for real estate closings and for a will, but fortunately have ne… Read More
2020-05-20 11:56
Most divorces are something like “Marriage Story” where there is cheating or a breakdown of communication or a couple seems to fall out of love. It’s painful, but one of yo… Read More
2020-05-13 11:47
There is a terrible trend in today’s celebrity and social media driven world where the loudest person can claim to be an expert on something. Dr. Drew made his fame by giving relations… Read More
2020-05-06 11:37
With some exceptions for emergency situations and some criminal cases, you can’t have your day in court in Illinois right now. Chief Judge Evans of Cook County announced the other day… Read More
2020-04-29 10:57
The last couple of weeks have been draining for everyone. I’ve tried to focus on all of the good that will come out of this like an improved climate. That said, there is a… Read More
2020-04-23 16:57
We are experienced attorneys with a track record of success in nursing home abuse and negligence cases in Illinois. If you would like our help in finding the right lawyer for your case, call… Read More
2020-04-22 11:50
We are Chicago attorneys who provide free legal guidance and attorney referrals in Illinois. If you want to speak with one of our lawyers for free, with no strings attached, give us a… Read More
2020-04-15 11:12
We are honest, experienced, Illinois attorneys who will talk to you for free and/or help you find the right lawyer. If you would like our help, please call us any time at 312-346-5320… Read More
2020-04-08 11:09
There was a very sad case recently that lead to an Illinois wrongful death lawsuit where an 11 year old boy passed away after having an asthma attack and seizure at school. The lawsuit… Read More
2020-04-01 11:12
There is a Chicago class action attorney I know who also does consumer fraud cases. I’ve referred her some cases over the years. Some of the cases she’s pursued, othe… Read More
2020-03-25 12:16
We are experienced Chicago attorneys who will talk to you for free about your legal matter. Call us any time at 312-346-5320.
Many people invest in securities like stocks, bonds and mu… Read More
2020-03-18 11:06
I’m a Chicago lawyer and haven’t gone through every county in Illinois, but I am 99.9% sure that the entire state is handling the COVID 19 crisis the same way. There is so… Read More
2020-03-11 11:37
Short blog answer:
NO
Longer blog answer:
Illinois has been called a Judicial Hell Hole. It’s a phrase that was made up by people in the insurance industry. They did it to try to… Read More
2020-03-04 13:08
A recent caller to my office had a relative charged with a felony and told me that they wanted to hire the “best criminal lawyer in Chicago.” He wanted to know who I recomm… Read More
2020-02-26 12:17
It’s that time of year where even with the occasional nice day of weather, there has been a lot of snow, ice and slush.
Depending on where you live in Illinois, there are different law… Read More
2020-02-19 12:12
The usage of biometrics has merged into our everyday lives and the collection of biometric data is on the rise. Biometric data refers to unique, measurable human biological or behavior… Read More
2020-02-12 12:09
One of the common tactics big employers use in the state of Illinois when a worker gets injured on the job is to send them to a “company clinic.”
These are legit medical faciliti… Read More
2020-02-05 12:15
With the caveat that all of the information I get is from disgruntled patients or their family members along with from malpractice attorneys in Chicago, and just my opinion, I have to wonder… Read More
2020-01-29 12:35
I kind of hate writing posts like this because they seem insensitive. That is not my intention at all and I almost never do it if it happens in Illinois as I don’t want to be see… Read More
2020-01-22 12:22
I usually post blogs based on good questions I get from callers. Some questions aren’t long enough for a post, but are still worth discussing. Here are some of the best one… Read More
2020-01-15 12:24
With a history dating back to 1842, Illinois railroads easily are the nation’s most important in terms of the region they serve and the volume of traffic which is handled. Chicago, whe… Read More
2020-01-09 12:08
A very nice woman called me recently after getting in to a car accident in Chicago. She has a pretty big injury and the other car that hit her is clearly at fault.
Her concern was that… Read More
2020-01-06 15:44
I’ve been involved in a nightmare with UPS over a lost package. It reminds me of a phone call I had from someone once who wanted to sue them over a lost package.
That caller, lik… Read More
2020-01-02 12:48
We are Chicago attorneys who help people, for free, with legal guidance and/or lawyer referrals on any Illinois legal matter. Call us at (312) 346-5320 for a free consultation or fill… Read More
2019-12-18 12:29
I’ve been a lawyer since 1997 and started this company in 2001. When I did, I came in with two major values about how I’d run this service. First, I try to talk like a real perso… Read More
2019-12-11 12:04
If you have a suffered a work injury in Illinois, the best-case scenario is to receive excellent medical care and recover well enough to return to work without restrictions. Unfortunately, t… Read More
2019-12-04 12:37
Back in 2013, a really nice woman called us with what seemed like a relatively minor Illinois workers compensation case. She had hit her elbow on something on the job and originally it… Read More
2019-11-27 12:42
In the 18 plus years we’ve run this website, we’ve helped about 400,000 people. The most rewarding thing that can happen when we help someone find an Illinois lawyer is tha… Read More
2019-11-20 12:34
When someone refers to family law, most would think divorce. Sure, this is probably one of the more widely used services of a family law attorney, but there is so much more to family law. Fa… Read More
2019-11-13 12:35
We are Chicago lawyers who help people find the right attorney for their case. If you would like to speak to one our lawyers for free to get a referral or some advice, please call us a… Read More
2019-11-06 12:53
We are attorneys who help people find the right law firm for their case. We have over 20 years of experience and will talk to you for free and in confidence. If you want our help pleas… Read More
2019-10-30 11:03
With the holiday season upon us most people are thinking of Thanksgiving Dinners, Christmas shopping and spending time with loved ones. As families and friends prepare for the holiday season… Read More
2019-10-23 11:21
Because Illinois, and more specifically Chicago, has millions of people, there are many out-of-state attorneys who see our state as a potential cash cow.
So what ends up happening is that la… Read More
2019-10-16 11:35
We are Chicago attorneys who have since 2001 been helping people find the right law firm for their case. If you would like our help, please call us at 312-346-5320.
What is one thing you do… Read More
2019-10-09 11:49
When a family member requires more care then their relatives can provide, many families consider a nursing home. They are an amazing way to ensure that your loved one is being cared for and… Read More
2019-10-02 11:55
We are Illinois attorneys who will talk to you for free about your case and if needed, recommend an experienced attorney with a track record of success. We only recommend law firms we… Read More
2019-09-25 11:46
The beginning of 2019 brought some significant changes to Illinois state divorce laws, impacting spousal maintenance, or also known interchangeably as spousal support and alimony in Illinois… Read More
2019-09-18 11:38
There are a lot of “dirty secrets” when it comes to lawyers and how they market themselves, celebrate their success and talk to clients. One dirty secret covers all three o… Read More
2019-09-11 12:18
We are Chicago attorneys who help people find the best medical malpractice lawyer for their case, anywhere in Illinois. If you would like to speak with one of our lawyers for FREE, ple… Read More
2019-09-04 11:21
We are attorneys in Chicago who will talk to you for free about any Illinois legal matter. Call us at 312-346-5320 or fill out our contact form and we will call you.
If you are conside… Read More
2019-08-28 11:52
Imagine an occupational hazard that affects millions of workers and potentially contributes to one of the main reasons people see a doctor for pain. Did you consider whole-body vibration? If… Read More
2019-08-21 11:41
Building codes may feel like the bane of a contractor’s and business owner’s existence, but they are integral to public health, safety and environmental protection. Basically, th… Read More
2019-08-14 11:31
If this post was a tweet it would say: Are lawyer awards worth anything? No.
But I’m going to give a longer explanation as to why.
The marketplace for legal services is overcrowd… Read More
2019-08-07 11:02
I recently received an inquiry from a 13 year old student in Chicago asking me for advice on what it takes to become a lawyer. Here’s what she said:
Hello , my name is XXX (remov… Read More
2019-07-31 11:09
Medicine in general is complex which makes medical malpractice lawsuits in Illinois complex as well. If you are at a stop light and get rear-ended, it’s common sense that you have a ca… Read More
2019-07-24 11:38
We are Chicago injury attorneys who help people with accidents anywhere in Illinois. If you would like our help or just have questions, fill out our contact form or call us at 800-517… Read More
2019-07-17 11:42
A blood clot in an artery, also known as arterial thrombosis, is a serious, growing public health issue that everyone needs to be aware of. Blood clots are preventable, yet are one of the mo… Read More
2019-07-10 10:35
Why are there so many lawsuits against Illinois nursing homes?
This is a common question asked by our clients. There is no simple answer to this, but a primary factor is due to the high numb… Read More
2019-07-03 11:35
Many of the blog posts we write are from questions that we get from readers and clients. Some of the questions we don’t blog about, but are still worth sharing. Here are so… Read More
2019-06-26 11:44
We are Chicago attorneys who help people find the right law firm for their case anywhere in Illinois. If you would like our help, fill out our contact form or call us at 312-346-5320 to spea… Read More
2019-06-19 12:05
All across the nation, dock-less electric scooters are available for rent in dozens of U.S. cities. This new form of transportation is not only fun, they’re cheap, convenient, earth fr… Read More
2019-06-12 11:37
For a licensed professional in Illinois, having their hard-earned professional license investigated by The Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) is a threat… Read More
2019-06-05 10:33
We are Chicago attorneys who help people with legal matters throughout Illinois. If you would like our help please call us at 800-517-1614 or fill out our contact form and we will call you… Read More
2019-05-29 11:44
If a loved one has passed, the last thing you need is an unnecessary headache. You are grieving and trying to get the pieces of your life back in place. People should be sensitiv… Read More
2019-05-22 10:55
We are Chicago attorneys who help people find the best law firm for their Illinois medical malpractice lawsuit. We will speak with you for free, discuss your situation and then recommend an… Read More
2019-05-15 11:26
If you are going through a child custody case in Illinois, your goal might be sole custody or joint custody or just reasonable visitation. Hopefully your case can be amicable, but usua… Read More
2019-05-08 11:48
We are Chicago attorneys who help you find the right lawyer for your case. If you’d like a free consultation, fill out our contact form or call us at 312-346-5320.
Getting arrest… Read More
2019-05-01 11:48
There are a lot of standard questions that go through an attorney’s head any time a potential client contacts them. First and foremost usually is how long do I have to file a law… Read More
2019-04-24 11:29
We are Chicago attorneys who, for free, will help you find the best lawyer for your case. Call us at 312-346-5320 or fill out our contact form and we will call you.
I was downtown in C… Read More
2019-04-19 15:11
We are Chicago attorneys who help people find the right law firm for their case. If you would like our help please fill out our contact form or call us for free at 800-517-1614.
Last m… Read More
2019-04-17 11:50
I got a call the other day from someone asking who I think is the best workers’ compensation lawyer in Rockford? I’ve gotten a variation of this question many times over th… Read More
2019-04-10 11:21
We are a free service, run by attorneys, to answer your questions or give you a referral to the best Illinois attorney for your case. Fill out our contact form or call us at 312-346-5320 for… Read More
2019-04-03 10:51
I was contacted by a guy who was injured in a car accident in the fall of 2018. He ended up needing a couple of months of physical therapy and had a lot of medical bills. He hired the… Read More
2019-03-27 11:11
While most Illinois medical malpractice lawsuits arise from something that brought a family grief, if a lawsuit is filed, at some point you will want to know to know what your case is worth… Read More
2019-03-20 11:44
Nobody wants to think about divorced or get divorced, but it happens. If it happens to you, it’s really important that you get someone in your corner who can be an objective advo… Read More
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