Is Wrongful Death Always Associated with an Injury?

October 22, 2024 3 mins read

What is Wrongful Death? Wrongful death occurs when an individual or organization knowingly or negligently causes a person’s death. Surviving family members pursue a wrongful death lawsuit in court to seek compensation for their losses and damages that result from the deceased person’s death. For example, a family that has lost a primary wage-earner to...

Illinois Window Tint Laws

October 15, 2024 3 mins read

In Illinois, the tint on vehicle windows is subject to government regulation. These regulations are necessary for driver safety. We look at why vehicles need tinted window regulations in Illinois. What Are Vehicle Tinted Windows? A window film or tint, is a thin laminate film usually made from thermoplastic polymer resin installed on vehicle interior...

Three Killed in Kentucky Medical Helicopter Crash

October 9, 2024 3 mins read

Recently, there was a tragic accident in Owenton, Kentucky. On October 8, a medical helicopter crashed and claimed the lives of three crew members as they were en route to pick up a patient. The helicopter, operated by Air Evac Lifeteam, responded to an emergency call when it went down in a rural area. The...

Illinois Car Inspection Laws

October 8, 2024 2 mins read

Owning a car in Illinois means owners have responsibilities to maintain their vehicles. Maintaining your vehicles keeps you and other drivers safe and healthy. We take a look at vehicle requirements and how they can keep you and others safe and healthy on the road. Why Vehicle Inspections in Illinois? Vehicle inspections in Illinois are...

Car Accidents Caused by Brake Checking in Illinois

October 1, 2024 3 mins read

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...

What Determines if My Car Is Totaled?

September 24, 2024 4 mins read

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...

City Officials Order South Louisville Hotel to Close After Complaints

September 20, 2024 3 mins read

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...

Decomposing Body Found in a Florida Nursing Home Closet

September 10, 2024 4 mins read

In nursing homes and centers nationally, tragic incidents occur. One recent case highlights the need for vigilance about nursing home residents and their care. A Kentucky Today article published just last week described how a decomposing body found in a Florida nursing home closet is that of a 71-year-old man, Elin Etienne, who had been...

Trampoline Injury Statistics

September 3, 2024 3 mins read

One of the first motor skills a child learns is bouncing up and down on their feet. You can trace a natural progression from bouncing in a crib to bounding on a trampoline. It is no wonder that trampolines are so popular both in backyards and as larger trampoline parks. Unfortunately, all of that bouncing...

What Is Mental Anguish?

August 27, 2024 3 mins read

Mental health issues show up in 1 out of every 5 adults. That is according to data collected by the National Alliance on Mental Illness. One of the reasons that those issues can develop is the result of an accident. Physical and emotional trauma can also be considered a compensable damage. Before an accident victim...

Thomas Law Offices Donates Shoes to Boy & Girls Club of Columbia

August 21, 2024 1 min read

Yesterday, Thomas Law Offices hosted an event at the Boys & Girls Club of Columbia with a surprise visit from Senior Quarterback Brady Cook from the University of Missouri. Cook partnered with Thomas Law Offices to provide new shoes to kids from the Club’s summer camp. Cook, the starting quarterback for the Missouri football team...

Who Is at Fault in a Bike vs. Pedestrian Accident?

August 20, 2024 3 mins read

When you leave your home, you begin to share the sidewalks, roads, streets, and highways. Whether you’re driving, walking, or pedaling, you are responsible for your safety and, to a certain extent, the safety of the people on all those byways. In legal terms, that responsibility is referred to as duty of care. That accountability...

How To Talk to Your Teen About Reducing Distractions While Driving

August 6, 2024 4 mins read

The 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are the deadliest for teen drivers. That may seem alarming. However, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the risk of car accidents is higher in teenagers ages 16-19 than among any other age group. A leading cause of those crashes is losing...

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