Does an accident in a company car affect personal insurance?
Motor Vehicles Accidents -
27 Mar 2025
In Illinois, all drivers must carry liability insurance. If you’re hit while driving a company car, your employer can file a claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance or use its own coverage if needed. However, the company’s policy may only cover vehicle damage, meaning you may need to file a separate claim for your injuries….
What is a multi-car crash?
Motor Vehicles Accidents -
10 Mar 2025
Multi-car crashes can cause severe injuries and damage to your vehicle, leaving you wondering who is at fault. Determining all the liable parties requires help from an experienced Chicago car accident attorney. At Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates, we are trial lawyers committed to justice. When you or a loved one needs an accomplished Chicago multi-car…
Is black ice an at-fault accident? Understanding liability in Illinois
Motor Vehicles Accidents -
03 Mar 2025
Yes, in most cases, a driver is still considered at fault in a black ice accident under Illinois law. Drivers are responsible for maintaining control of their vehicle, regardless of road conditions. However, liability in these cases can be complex, as drivers may argue that icy roads were beyond their control. At Horwitz, Horwitz &…
Can undocumented immigrants sue for personal injury in Illinois?
Personal Injury -
03 Mar 2025
Yes, undocumented immigrants in Illinois have the legal right to sue for personal injury if they are injured due to someone else’s negligence. Illinois law recognizes that all individuals, regardless of immigration status, should have access to the legal system when they have been harmed. Under Illinois tort law, anyone injured due to another person’s…
What happens if a volunteer is injured?
Personal Injury -
Workers Compensation -
03 Mar 2025
While volunteers are generally not covered under workers’ compensation, they may still seek compensation through personal injury claims if negligence was involved. Understanding your rights and taking the appropriate steps after an injury can help ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. At Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates, our Chicago personal injury attorneys help injured volunteers…
What should I do after a snow plow injury in Chicago?
Personal Injury -
26 Feb 2025
The losses sustained in an accident with a snow plow are often substantial. These powerful vehicles can damage or destroy property and seriously injure the people involved. You can take important steps toward justice at the accident scene and then connect with the Chicago personal injury attorneys at Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates. We will take…
Who is liable for a tour boat accident in Chicago?
Boat/Watercraft Accident -
26 Feb 2025
A Chicago tour boat accident comes with its own set of complications. The first is untangling the knot of possible liable parties. The Chicago boat and watercraft lawyers from Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates will immediately investigate what happened and identify the specific party or parties whose negligence caused the accident. Our team will fight to…
When can bars be liable for overserving?
Dram Shop -
24 Feb 2025
The more drinks bars sell their guests, the more money they make. However, when bars overserve patrons, and those patrons go on to hurt others, the establishment may be culpable for paying victims compensation. If you or someone you love has been hurt by a person impaired by alcohol, connect with a Chicago dram shop…
Can a person sue a state government?
Personal Injury -
24 Feb 2025
Each state has its own set of laws governing a person’s rights and the procedures involved in suing that state’s government. The process for filing against the Illinois government is different from the process for filing a claim against a private individual or company. An experienced Chicago personal injury attorney from Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates…
Can I change my workers’ comp doctor?
Workers Compensation -
21 Feb 2025
A workers’ compensation doctor plays an important part in your ability to secure workers’ comp benefits and in determining how long you receive them. If you feel you are not being treated fairly or getting appropriate care, it makes sense to ask, “Can I change my workers’ comp doctor?” The short answer is “yes,” but…