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What Are Two Possible Consequences of Poor Security?

Published on Apr 2, 2024 by Thomas Law Offices.

When you shop at the grocery store or go out with your friends to a concert venue, you expect the property to be safe. You expect to be able to do your shopping or enjoy your event without incident or injury. But what happens if there’s a loose tile in the grocery store and a […]

Iowa Nursing Home Staff Abused and Laughed at Patients According to Records

Published on Mar 12, 2024 by Thomas Law Offices.

A whistleblower retaliation lawsuit filed on Feb. 15, 2024, reveals how there was pervasive mistreatment of nursing home residents at a DesMoines, Iowa nursing home beginning as early as March 2022.   A later Iowa Department of Inspection and Appeals (DIA) investigation, launched after her dismissal, confirmed the majority of those reports (and others) alleging staff […]

Tad Thomas Named Lawdragon 500 Leading Consumer Plaintiff Lawyer for 2024

Published on Mar 11, 2024 by Thomas Law Offices.

Thomas Law Offices is proud to announce that founder, Tad Thomas, has been recognized by Lawdragon on the 2024 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers list. Tad has been a trial lawyer for over 20 years. He founded Thomas Law Offices in Louisville, Kentucky, and over the years, his reputation and practice have grown, expanding […]

Investigators Identify the Suspected Source of Lead Poisoning of Applesauce Pouches

Published on Mar 5, 2024 by Thomas Law Offices.

What started as just over 20 toddlers sick from suspected lead poisoning of applesauce packets has grown into a much bigger issue. Months later, after the initial report was issued by federal officials, hundreds of kids have been affected, and an international investigation into why it occurred has been launched. Also, investigators have found that […]

What Happens if a Dog Bites Someone on Your Property?

Published on Feb 27, 2024 by Thomas Law Offices.

In this article, we’ll look at what happens if a dog bites someone on your property in Missouri. Key Takeaways: Missouri law makes dog owners responsible for the damages caused if their dog bites someone. There are a few situations in which an owner may not be liable—most notably if the victim was trespassing or […]

Illinois Motorcycle Accident Statistics

Published on Feb 20, 2024 by Thomas Law Offices.

  Many individuals would never consider getting on a motorcycle to ride up and down Chicago area roadways, interstates included, because of the inherent dangers it poses. However, according to the Illinois Secretary of State, there are at least 315,000 licensed motorcycles that have the potential to ride up and down Illinois roads daily. Given […]

Most Common Car Accident Injuries in Chicago

Published on Feb 13, 2024 by Thomas Law Offices.

When listing the most common car accident injuries in Chicago, it’s good to keep in mind that no two collisions are the same. Vehicle wrecks result in a wide range of injuries. While some are minor, having little impact on the victim’s day-to-day, others are catastrophic, impacting every aspect of the survivor’s life. What are […]

If Someone Gets Hurt While Working on Your Property Are You Liable?

Published on Feb 6, 2024 by Thomas Law Offices.

Every property owner in the state of Illinois has a duty of care to maintain safe premises that are free from hazardous and dangerous conditions. But what happens when someone is hurt? As a property owner, if someone gets hurt while working on your property, are you liable? And what legal rights do injured victims […]

Nursing Home Employee Arrested After Woman Freezes to Death

Published on Jan 30, 2024 by Thomas Law Offices.

A 58-year-old East Lansing, Michigan, assisted living facility employee is facing vulnerable adult abuse charges, a second-degree felony that carries with it a potential 4-year prison sentence after an 82-year-old resident died under their care last year. The defendant, who, according to her attorney, has worked at this facility for years and has at least […]

Chicago Nursing Home Resident Charged With Beating Fellow Resident to Death

Published on Jan 30, 2024 by Thomas Law Offices.

A 71-year-old male nursing home resident was arrested on Nov. 17 and charged with first-degree murder and aggravated battery of a person 60 years of age or older after beating a fellow resident to death on Nov. 17. The reported incident occurred on the sixth floor at the Salem Village Nursing and Rehabilitation facility, located […]

How To Find Out If Someone Has Car Insurance

Published on Jan 23, 2024 by Thomas Law Offices.

If you were involved in a traffic accident in Chicago, you’ll need to know how to find out if someone has car insurance. Illinois drivers are legally required to carry liability auto insurance that meets the minimum state requirements. This is to make sure injured drivers have a means of recovering their losses from the […]

How To File a Car Accident Claim With Farmers Insurance

Published on Jan 18, 2024 by Thomas Law Offices.

Of all the different auto insurance companies motorists have coverage with, Farmers Insurance is up there on the list as one of the more popular insurers Chicago area residents select. Why do motorists purchase this coverage? For one, having insurance is mandatory per Illinois law. Second, they do so because it helps them cover their […]

What’s the Difference Between Sexual Abuse and Sexual Assault?

Published on Jan 9, 2024 by Thomas Law Offices.

Sexual violence is a silent epidemic. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “one in 4 women and about 1 in 26 men have experienced completed or attempted rape.” While exact figures vary due to gaps in reporting and different approaches to data collection, one thing is clear—survivors of sexual violence deserve […]

What Is a Subrogation Claim?

Published on Jan 9, 2024 by Thomas Law Offices.

Some individuals who never use their health insurance or have auto accidents, for example, may think that having such coverage is a waste. Others who incur big medical bills or have costly crashes may view insurance companies as altruistic or generous, considering how small of a monthly premium they pay compared to the costs of […]

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Tad Thomas

Managing Partner

Tad Thomas has dedicated his practice to representing plaintiffs in various types of civil litigation, including personal injury, business litigation, class actions, and multi-district litigation.

After graduating with his law degree in 2000 from Salmon P. Chase College of Law at Northern Kentucky University, Mr. Thomas immediately opened his own private practice and began representing injury victims.

In 2011, Thomas Law Offices was established in Louisville, Kentucky. Over the past decade, Mr. Thomas has expanded his firm and now has offices in three additional locations: Cincinnati, Ohio, Columbia, Missouri, and Chicago, Illinois. He is also a frequent lecturer on topics like trial skills and ethics and technology.

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Car Accidents Caused by Brake Checking in Illinois

Brake checking in Illinois is illegal and can cause serious car accidents. Let’s look at what brake checking is and why it is dangerous. What is Brake Checking? Brake checking is when the driver in front of your vehicle suddenly and intentionally slams on the brakes to cause you to brake hard or swerve around […]

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What Determines if My Car Is Totaled?

When you’ve been involved in a car accident in Chicago, one of the first questions that may come to mind is whether your vehicle is totaled. In the aftermath of a crash, you can find yourself dealing with legal issues, insurance claims, and healing from any injuries from your accident. This is when knowing what […]

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City Officials Order South Louisville Hotel to Close After Complaints

Every business is responsible for providing a safe environment for its customers and the surrounding community. When a business fails to meet those responsibilities, local officials can step in and determine its fate. That is the situation that the Louisville Manor Motel is dealing with, as the Metro Department of Codes & Regulations recently issued […]

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