Car Accident - February 19, 2025

While designed for convenience and maintaining road infrastructure, toll booths can be hazardous for motorists. The combination of high traffic volumes, sudden stops and starts, and complex merging patterns can create conditions ripe for accidents. If you or a loved one has been involved in a toll booth accident, a Chicago car accident attorney from…

Truck Accident - February 18, 2025

As of February 2025, comprehensive truck accident statistics for Illinois in 2024 are not yet available, although there is some preliminary data regarding fatalities and injuries. Keep reading to learn more, then call our Chicago truck accident lawyers at (800) 985-1819 for assistance and further information. Fatalities and injuries caused by semi-truck collisions in Illinois…

Premises Liability - February 17, 2025

While casinos can be a source of entertainment, a visit can turn into a lawsuit if you are hurt on the property due to their negligence. A Chicago premises liability lawyer can help you sue the casino for injury and recover your losses. Casinos are obligated to keep you safe while you are on their…

Defective Products - February 17, 2025

Rural farm equipment accidents can cause severe injuries, and knowing what to do afterward can make a significant impact on your ability to move forward. If your accident resulted from faulty equipment or parts, our Chicago defective product lawyers can help you create a plan of action and build a case against the manufacturer. At…

Car Accident - February 14, 2025

Determining who is at fault is critical in obtaining compensation after an accident. Often, more than one party is at fault. Two legal frameworks address fault: contributory and comparative negligence. Illinois follows a comparative negligence system. This framework governs whether you are entitled to compensation based on each party’s degree of fault for the accident….

Defective Products - February 14, 2025

Fireworks are celebratory except when their use leads to injury–a not uncommon outcome. Firework injury victims may have grounds to seek compensation for their injuries and other losses. The Chicago defective product lawyers from Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates have been fighting for injury victims for over 100 years, and we are here to help you…

Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect - February 13, 2025

Convalescent homes, also known as nursing homes or rehabilitation centers, provide essential care for individuals recovering from illness, injury, or surgery. While these facilities play a vital role in patient recovery, residents are often vulnerable to neglect, abuse, and mistreatment. Understanding the legal rights of convalescent home residents is key to ensuring they receive the…

Workers' Compensation - February 7, 2025

Illinois workers’ compensation laws are designed to compensate employees for job-related injuries or medical issues and help them return to working and earning. Sometimes, the workers’ injuries prevent them from returning to their previous jobs, and they need vocational training to rejoin the workforce. A Chicago workers’ compensation attorney from Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates can…

Car Accident - January 28, 2025

Although Joliet is not as congested as Chicago, an alarming number of collisions occur within the city. Whether you live in or are traveling through the area, it is important to recognize the most dangerous streets in Joliet, IL. With this knowledge, you can practice defensive driving to protect yourself and your family from serious…

Workers' Compensation - January 13, 2025

In Illinois, workers’ compensation laws can provide coverage for mental health claims, but the process for proving these claims is often more complex than for physical injuries. At Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates, our Chicago workers’ compensation attorneys understand the challenges of pursuing compensation for work-related mental health conditions. This blog explains what you need to…