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Are Personal Injury Awards or Settlements Taxable?
A question we receive from our clients all the time is whether a settlement is taxable income. This is an important question to have answered so that ...
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February 2, 2016
Can a Prior Injury Affect Your Personal Injury Claim?
Moving forward with a personal injury claim while having a preexisting injury can be challenging. Insurance companies are looking for any excuse to deny or ...
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February 1, 2016
If Your Child Is Injured At School: Can You Sue?
Generally, suing a school district is an uphill battle for plaintiffs and involves a complex legal process. Illinois school districts generally find ...
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January 29, 2016
Illinois Supreme Court ABOLISHES “public duty” rule paving way for citizens to hold local government accountbale for willfull acts
On January 22, 2016, the Illinois Supreme Court abolished the public duty rule in Coleman v. East Joliet Fire Protection, 2016 IL 117952. This decisi ...
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January 26, 2016
Illinois Appellate Court finds Insurance Company responsible to pay its underinsured benefits following rental car accident.
Underinsured motorist coverage? What is it? Do you have it? Do you pay for it? Underinsured motorist coverage is rarely discussed, ...
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January 25, 2016