In the 1800s, Scottish historian Thomas Carlyle started calling economics “the dismal science.” It was a dig at the fact that economists boil the whole world down to supply and demand, turning people into the numbers. The phrase soon took on a life of its own, as everyone dumped on economists who made depressing predictions…
Continue reading…Pet Owners Are Responsible For What Happens When Their Dog Is Off-Leash
“In the right home, with informed, responsible owners, even Jasper could have had a safe, happy life. But in that home, on that morning, he was only dangerous.” Those are the words of New York Times author Susanne Craig who watched in horror as her beloved dog Chloe was attacked by Jasper, a neighborhood dog…
Continue reading…Toddler’s Death Is A Reminder That Dog Bites Can Be Fatal
The danger of a dog bite is easy to forget when you are cuddling your precious pup. But no matter how well-trained they are, dogs are animals with natural instincts that cannot be tamed. The recent death of an Illinois toddler is a tragic reminder that we must all take care when a dog is…
Continue reading…The 3 Most Dangerous Types Of Car Accidents
Stein & Shulman’s experienced team of car accident attorneys has decades of experience helping Chicagoland drivers seek compensation following serious car accidents. Over the years we have seen some seriously bad accidents. The worst ones often have similar characteristics. No Seat Belts The worst accidents, with the most gruesome injuries and deaths, are accidents where…
Continue reading…Cool Tech Makes Winter Driving Safer
This spring, the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association hosted its second annual “March Madness” style tournament searching for “The Coolest Thing Made In Illinois.” This year’s winner is a nifty product made right here in the greater Chicago area that makes winter driving safer by reducing the risk of serious car accidents at busy intersections on snowy…
Continue reading…The Danger of Large Passenger Vans
There are many reasons why large vans are so appealing. With large groups of people, the costs associated with transportation can quickly add up. Taking multiple cars also means multiple trips to the gas station, multiple tolls, as well as the difficulty of coordinating with one another. Flying can be extremely expensive. But with a…
Continue reading…What to do When You’ve Been Injured on Public Transportation
Accidents happen every single day. Unfortunately, they often happen on public transportation, seriously or fatally injuring passengers. Though public transportation only accounts for 1.5 percent of fatal accidents in the U.S., it still affects a good amount of people. There are many different issues that come into play when public transportation vehicles, such as buses,…
Continue reading…What Are the Common Causes of Left-Turn Car Accidents?
Left turns are common causes of auto accidents. They commonly occur at intersections and stop signs, and often affect bicyclists, motorcyclists, and even pedestrians, who can end up severely injured or dead. It is common for the motorist turning left to be liable for the damages. Why Do Left-Turn Crashes Commonly Occur Any time a…
Continue reading…Five Reasons to Stay Off Social Media After Your Accident
Social media is a daily part of the lives of most Americans and using it may seem harmless and natural after an accident. You want to keep family and friends updated about your injuries and recovery, and the best way to accomplish your goal is to update your social media account. Posting updates on your…
Continue reading…Putting 2020 In The Rearview Mirror: Fewer Cars On The Road, But More Deadly Accidents
As we take a look in the rearview mirror at the crash stats compiled by the Illinois Department of Transportation for 2020, we have yet another reason to be glad that terrible year is over. Despite a significant drop in the number of vehicle miles traveled due to the pandemic, the number of people killed…
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