How labor shortages in Illinois unions lead to injury
Workers' Compensation -
March 28, 2024 by
Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates
Illinois skilled trade labor unions have strict regulations about the necessary training, education, and apprenticeships required to be a skilled trades worker, but they also offer ongoing skills training for their members. Labor unions protect their members by requiring that companies follow their strict safety protocols and by including safety measures as part of the…
7 mistakes truckers make in winter weather that causes accident
Truck Accident -
March 28, 2024 by
Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates
It’s hard enough controlling a passenger vehicle when the roads get icy, but trying to keep control of an 80,000-pound machine can be almost impossible. Unfortunately, truck drivers continue to make mistakes that result in devastating collisions. You’ll learn about seven of the most common ones in this article. 1. Neglecting vehicle maintenance When a…
How to know if you have a strong personal injury claim
Personal Injury -
March 28, 2024 by
Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates
If you were injured due to someone else’s reckless actions, you may be able to recover compensation through a personal injury claim. But you’ll only be successful if your claim contains the following elements: liability, damages, and collectibility. We’ll discuss each of these elements and why they’re necessary to make a strong personal injury case….
Paraplegia vs. quadriplegia: injury claims and compensation
Catastrophic Injury -
July 29, 2024 by
Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates
Spinal cord injuries occur in a matter of seconds, but the damage they inflict can last a lifetime. Paralysis is one of the most serious complications of spinal cord injury, and whether it’s limited to the legs (paraplegia) or arms and legs (quadriplegia), these injuries are extremely costly to treat. The good news is, you…
Look out for these unsafe working conditions (and what to do if you see one at work)
Workers' Compensation -
October 23, 2024 by
Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates
Being injured while trying to support your family is the last thing that you expect to happen in the workplace. If you were injured due to a health or safety hazard on the job, you could be entitled to compensation for your injuries, their associated costs, and the impact on your earning ability. Keep reading…
5 Different Types of Workers’ Compensation Benefits
Workers' Compensation -
February 17, 2025 by
Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates
If you were injured on the job, our attorneys at Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates are available to review your case. In the following article, we’ll explore five different types of workers’ compensation benefits you could be entitled to following your injury and how a local Chicago workers’ compensation attorney can help. If you have more…
Tips to Prevent Elder Financial Abuse In a Nursing Home
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect -
March 28, 2024 by
Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates
Elder financial abuse happens when the resources of an elder or disabled person are compromised. As we’ll explore, this often happens in nursing homes or assisted care facilities, but it can also happen as a result of in-home care or even outright theft. If you or a loved one has been a victim of elder…
Here’s What Happens if You Crash a Financed Car
Car Accident -
March 28, 2024 by
Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates
Even when car accidents don’t result in injuries, they can still turn out to be extremely expensive. But what about when you still owed money on your car before the accident? If you financed your car, that essentially means that you don’t fully own your car. There are a few scenarios that warrant different outcomes….
Surveillance in Personal Injury Cases: What Insurance Companies Can and Cannot Use
Personal Injury -
March 28, 2024 by
Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates
To help reduce the amount paid out to you, insurance companies are known to hire private investigators and other surveillance experts to watch you after the accident. Their goal is to find you doing activities that diminish the severity of your injury. An attorney helps to even the playing field against the insurance company. However,…
Construction Worker Injuries: A Huge Issue in Landscape Architecture
Construction Accident -
March 28, 2024 by
Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates
Getting injured on the job is no picnic. While a workplace injury will generally entitle the victim to workers’ compensation, additional compensation may be available if a construction worker’s injury was caused by the negligence of a third party, such as a landscape architect. If you or a loved one has been injured on the…