Dog lovers around the Chicago area are closely following the case of Jordan, a DuPage County rescue pup who the government has labeled a “dangerous” dog. While the label may be impacting Jordan’s quality of life, will it carry any weight if Jordan’s caretakers are ever sued over his behavior? Jordan the “Dangerous” Dog Jordan…
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If E-Scooters Have a Future in the Windy City Safety Concerns Must Be Addressed
2019 was the summer of the scooter. You couldn’t step outside our office in the Loop without risking a run-in with a scooter user racing down the sidewalk, and had to step over abandoned scooters everywhere you walked. It was, therefore, no surprise when research on e-scooter usage nationwide revealed that scooter-related injuries were on…
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Don’t Let an Injury or Illness Ruin Your Relationship with Your Friends and Family this Holiday Season
Though government officials and healthcare professionals have urged everyone to stay home this holiday season, many people in the Chicago area are still planning small gatherings with their friends and family members. When you accept such an invitation, you are accepting the risk that you may be injured — or this year, contract COVID-19 —…
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Just What the Doctor Ordered
If you say that something is “just what the doctor ordered,” you are probably having a good time. It’s an expression we use to say that we like what we are doing because it is making us feel good, which is sort of funny. After all, following the doctor’s orders is not always easy. One…
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Officials Crack Down After Girl’s Arm Bitten Off By Wolf-Dog Hybrid
“We ran over and picked her up and her arm was missing from the elbow down.” That’s how the owner of a wildlife rescue describes what happened after her two-year-old granddaughter reached into the cage of a wolf-dog hybrid. Authorities are now cracking down on the unlicensed facility that was harboring half-dozen red foxes, three…
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“The whole world is watching!” The Trial of the Chicago 7
Earlier this year everyone was tuning in to watch Tiger King, now a more sobering Netflix special has captured the nation’s attention. The Trial of the Chicago 7 is a dramatic portrayal of the circus-like trial of protestors who were charged with inciting a riot at the 1968 Democratic National Convention. It paints a very…
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What Are Punitive Damages?
When you have been injured in an accident, your life is forever changed. No matter how much you want to go back to the way things were before, it is impossible to do so. And yet, that is exactly what the legal system pretends it is able to do — put you in the position…
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Who Pays If I Need Plastic Surgery?
Plastic surgery may still be a taboo topic in Hollywood, but it is something the Stein & Shulman team commonly discusses with our Chicago area clients. At Stein & Shulman, we help the victims of car accidents, dog bites, workplace accidents, and other personal injuries make the case that the cost of any plastic surgery…
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Eight Things to Do After a Car Accident in Chicago
Did a reckless or negligent driver cause your car accident in Chicago? If so, you may be unsure what steps to take to protect your right to recover compensation for your injuries and damages. Talking to Chicago car accident attorneys is one of the best ways to protect your legal rights. However, there are some…
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What Happens If My Child Is Injured at a Friend’s Pool?
Swimming pool accidents can cause serious injuries for a child. In addition to drowning accidents, a child can sustain broken bones, fractures, lacerations, head injuries, infections, electrocution, and burns. It is important to seek immediate medical attention if your child is injured at a friend’s pool. However, it is also important to talk with Chicago…
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