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Illinois modified comparative fault affects your car accident claim in a specific and powerful way: if you are found more than 50% responsible for a crash, you may recover nothing under state law. This article explains how that rule works, what it means for injured...

Emergency room malpractice in Chicago, IL, is a legally recognized category of harm. If you were treated at a Chicago-area ER and believe something went seriously wrong, speaking with an emergency malpractice lawyer in Chicago, IL, may help clarify your options. Major...

Knowing what to do in the first 24 hours after a crash can make a major difference in a car accident claim. We see a lot of people delay key steps or make costly mistakes simply because no one explained the process to them. This educational guide walks through the...

If you’ve recently been involved in a crash, knowing your next step can feel overwhelming. Here is where a car accident lawyer in Chicago, IL, steps in as your essential ally. At Shapiro, Cohen & Basinger, LTD, we understand the chaos and confusion that follow a...

If you have been hurt in a car accident, you may feel overwhelmed and unsure of what to do next. At Shapiro, Cohen & Basinger, Ltd., we understand how stressful this time can be. Our experienced car injury lawyer in Chicago, IL, is here to guide you through every...

Being involved in a car accident can turn your life upside down in an instant. Physical injuries, emotional stress, financial burdens, and complex legal processes often follow such unfortunate events. If you have recently been in a car accident in Chicago, IL,...

For years, Illinois state law has said that bicyclists have the same rights and duties as people in automobiles. But a new law recently signed by Gov. Bruce Rauner (House Bill 5912) amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to state that every bicyclist on the road is...

While many motorcyclists do their best to be safe on the road, accidents still happen. The sad reality is that most motorcycle accidents are not the fault of motorcyclists, but are the result of other drivers who do not see or fail to yield to motorcyclists. If...

Illinois Lawmakers overwhelmingly approved a set of rules last week for police body cameras. The legislation was passed in response to national controversies over use of force after the deaths of unarmed black citizens in New York, Ferguson, Missouri and elsewhere....

A recent study conducted by State Farm and the Insurance Information Institute found Illinois to be second among all states in the frequency of dog bite claims. In 2014 there were 309 such claims in Illinois with $8.9 million in claims paid. Children are most likely...