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Key Takeaways After a rideshare accident in Chicago, get safe, call 911, see a doctor that day, and screenshot your trip before the app changes. Then report the crash in the app and keep statements brief until you know which policy applies. Climbing into an Uber or Lyft should have been the easy part of […]
Key Takeaways You usually should not accept a settlement offer right away, especially before you know your injury costs and what remains after deductions. A first offer is a starting number, and state law shapes what it is really worth. The call often comes while you are still juggling appointments. An adjuster sounds friendly, names […]
Key Takeaways Most Chicago personal injury cases settle before reaching trial. However, if an insurance company disputes liability, questions the severity of your injuries, or refuses to offer fair compensation, taking your case to court may become necessary. Even when a lawsuit is filed, that does not mean you will automatically face a judge or […]
Key Takeaways A Chicago wrongful death settlement is calculated by totaling the family’s financial and emotional losses, plus the estate’s separate claim. That total is then adjusted for fault, available insurance, and Illinois rules on punitive damages and interest. Putting a number on a loved one’s life can feel wrong, and many families feel uneasy […]
Key Takeaways Strong medical malpractice cases are built on more than a bad medical outcome. You generally need evidence showing what care was provided, what should have happened instead, how the mistake caused harm, and what losses resulted. That often requires a combination of medical records, diagnostic images, expert review, witness testimony, financial records, and […]
Key Takeaways Brake checking happens when a driver suddenly brakes to intimidate or retaliate against the vehicle behind them. If that conduct causes a crash, the lead driver may share responsibility, although Illinois also requires following drivers to maintain a safe distance. If you were injured in a brake-checking accident in Chicago, Conboy Law can […]
Key Takeaways Illinois does not have a law that sets one specific age when a child is legally allowed to sit in the front seat. Instead, Illinois law focuses on whether the child is properly restrained. Children under 8 generally must use an appropriate child restraint system, while children 8 and older must be properly […]
Key Takeaways Your car accident settlement may be taking longer than expected because your medical condition is still developing, evidence is being collected, fault or damages are disputed, the insurance company is still evaluating the claim, or negotiations have reached an impasse. If a lawsuit has already been filed, discovery, depositions, expert review, court scheduling, […]
Key Takeaways The legal driving age in Illinois depends on what type of driving privilege you mean. Most teenagers can obtain an instruction permit at age 15, allowing them to practice driving under supervision. They can generally obtain an initial graduated driver’s license at age 16 after completing driver education, holding the permit long enough, […]
Key Takeaways Class action lawsuits often take several years to resolve, but there is no standard timeline. A relatively straightforward case may settle sooner, while a heavily contested class action involving extensive discovery, certification disputes, appeals, or thousands of claims can last much longer. Even reaching a settlement does not necessarily mean class members will […]
