What Is a Subrogation Claim?

January 9, 2024 5 mins read

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...

Is the Stomach Paralysis Ozempic and Mounjaro Are Causing Permanent?

December 18, 2023 4 mins read

If you take the diabetes or weight loss drugs Mounjaro or Ozempic, then you might be aware of recent news stories in which thousands of patients prescribed the injectables are suing the medications’ manufacturers. They allege the pharmaceutical companies that produce these drugs failed to warn them about the potential for causing or worsening stomach...

What Is Article 16 in a Personal Injury Action?

September 18, 2023 4 mins read

You may have heard the term “Article 16” used in discussion of a civil legal case. This specifically refers to Article 16 of the New York Civil Practice Law & Rules. A personal injury case—when one party pursues legal action after being harmed by the negligence or wrongdoing of another party—may be impacted by the...

What Is Considered a Reasonable Person When It Comes to Negligence?

September 10, 2023 5 mins read

You’ve been injured, and now you need help paying your medical bills, making up for your lost wages, and addressing your pain and suffering. So who pays for these damages? The financial liability for your related damages usually falls on the at-fault party and (in most cases) their insurance provider. The insurance company won’t just...

What Is the Difference Between Lawyer and Attorney?

August 28, 2023 5 mins read

Most of us have heard the terms “attorney” and “lawyer” used interchangeably as if they mean the same thing. And, while there used to be a marked difference between the two words, that’s not actually the case here in Chicago or anywhere else in Illinois anymore. Below, we’ll highlight the historical difference between the use...

How Soon Should a Tetanus Shot Be Given After an Injury?

June 2, 2023 7 mins read

From motor vehicle accidents to slips and falls and other dangerous property scenarios, and defective product situations, these are only a few examples of personal injury incidents that can seriously hurt someone. While it may be intuitive to seek medical attention if you suspect you’ve suffered harm after one of these accidents, would you also...

Top 6 Telltale Signs You Hired a Bad Lawyer and How To Avoid It in the Future

April 7, 2023 6 mins read

When you’ve been injured by someone else’s negligence, you need a competent, caring, and experienced legal advocate to guide you through the process of recovering compensation. A personal injury attorney from a reputable law firm can help secure the best possible outcome for your claim. Not every attorney is the right fit for your claim,...

Suing for Negligent Infliction of Emotional Distress in Illinois

March 31, 2023 4 mins read

Individuals often focus on whether an injury incident leaves a victim with physical injuries when sometimes the ones that leave the most lasting impression are the mental or behavioral health ones, as is the case with emotional distress. If you’re dealing with mental anguish, others may not know because such diagnoses often come with invisible...

Injured Missourians May Be Eligible for Compensation From Missouri Victims’ Fund

March 24, 2023 2 mins read

There is good news for victims of negligence who have been unable to obtain the financial award they deserve—injured Missourians may be eligible for compensation from the Missouri Tort Victims’ Compensation Fund. Our team of personal injury attorneys at Thomas Law Offices is currently helping clients obtain compensation through this vital, yet often overlooked, state-funded...

What Is Breach of Duty?

March 17, 2023 6 mins read

In almost every facet of our daily lives, we encounter situations in which one individual owes a duty of care to another. When someone violates their duty of care, it is considered a breach. This breach does not always cause harm, but when it does, the victim may deal with extensive injuries, costly medical bills,...

5 Questions to Ask During a Free Case Consultation

July 13, 2021 4 mins read

If you’ve been injured in an accident and are looking to pursue compensation from the at-fault party, you may not know where to turn. Fortunately, Chicago personal injury lawyers can help accident victims file a strong claim that proves a monetary award is owed.

How a Lien Can Affect Your Personal Injury Settlement

June 28, 2021 4 mins read

If you’ve been injured in an accident, whether it was a car crash, a fall on someone’s property, or an instance of medical malpractice, you have the right to file a personal injury claim to seek compensation for your losses. The claims process is complex. Along with the standard considerations, you may also need to...

Fraternity Hazing: A Brief History

June 22, 2021 4 mins read

While there are advantages to joining a fraternity, initiation games and other hazing trials can put students at risk of serious injury or worse. Throughout the United States and beyond, there is an extensive history of hazing that comes into play when current students are injured or killed.

Category: Personal Injury