All personal injury lawsuits require proof of negligence and lack of duty of care; medical malpractice cases are no different. In the medical field, doctors and other healthcare professionals must
At Curcio & Casciato, our experienced Chicago dram shop attorneys handle personal injury cases involving drunk driving accidents and injuries sustained in other personal injury accidents caused by an intoxicated individual
Distracted driving is a dangerous practice that is all too familiar to a lot of people. From texting, to eating, to fiddling with navigation devices, many people become distracted every
Falls are a leading cause of serious injuries among older adults, often resulting in head injuries, fractures, or even death. A fall risk assessment helps healthcare providers and caregivers identify
Pregnancy, labor, and delivery are one of the most dangerous health emergencies that a woman can endure in her lifetime. Any number of accidents, assaults, or complications could result in
Our bodies contain a vast system of blood vessels, veins, and arteries, all of which carry blood to and from the heart. Without adequate blood flow to all parts of
What is degloving in Illinois? Degloving soft tissue injuries fall under the “catastrophic injury” category in Illinois because they can result in major infection, tissue death, blood loss, sepsis, and
Being involved in a car accident can be overwhelming and chaotic. You may feel shaken up, frustrated, and disoriented and, in the moment, it might feel like a completely natural
Car crashes in Chicago make up a shockingly high number of emergency room visits. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that more than 9,000 people visit the emergency
Mass tort and class action lawsuits are very similar in that they are civil procedures filed by a large group of people for relatively the same grievance. Usually, this grievance
Chicago is home to many great theme parks, including Navy Pier, Six Flags Great America, Pirates’ Cove, Santa’s Village, and more! While injuries at amusement parks are rare, they do
A woman’s pregnancy should be an exciting and hopeful time in their lives. However, for some women, it can come with a variety of worries and hazards. Expectant mothers have