Almost 1.5 million Graco strollers were recently recalled after several children’s fingertips were amputated. The problem is with the canopy hinges. When opened or closed by children or those with small fingers, a defect in the hinge itself is allowing fingers to be stuck and amputated. The recall includes Graco strollers sold at Wal-Mart, Target, Sears, Babies R Us and other major retailers from October 2004 through February 2008.

Last November, over a million Maclaren strollers were recalled after 12 … Continue Reading >

The families of those who were killed in the 9/11 attack are enitled to compensation from the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund. Most families have opted to take this compensation for their loss. Two families, however, have declined compensation from the Fund for their losses and instead are pursuing individual lawsuits against the airline security companies and others.

According to news reports, in order to settle, the families are requiring that evidence gathered during the lawsuits be displayed in writing … Continue Reading >

Each case is different but below is a list of tasks that we may perform in your injury case before we even file a lawsuit on your behalf:

+ Initial interview with you where we will ask you questions and answer any questions you might have.

+ Gather documents to investigate claims such as photographs, medical records, police report.

+ Investigate your potential claim to determine if you have a claim under the law and if the defendant has money … Continue Reading >

It occurs to me that lately, some attorneys seem to be more focuses on bringing business in the door instead of giving existing clients the attention they deserve. Look around you – you will see hundreds of lawyers advertising their services. They all seem to say the same thing, don’t they? “Look at me, look at me! Whatever type of case you have, I can handle it!” We are different. We don’t claim to handle every type of case. We … Continue Reading >

We talk a lot about roadway accidents caused by inattentive drivers. But people are also severely injured by the condition of the roadway. We have represented individuals involved in accidents due to insufficient guardrails, lack of guardrails, lack of signing, lack of road shoulder, incorrect road striping, malfunctioning signal lights, downed signs, dangerous curves and other types of roadway dangers.

These cases are difficult, however, and an experienced lawyer is an absolute necessity. The roadways are controlled by state entities … Continue Reading >

If you have been hurt in an automobile accident, pedestrian accident, motorcycle accident or truck accident in Illinois or Missouri, chances are, the insurance adjuster is already bugging you. He wants you to just quick sign a “few forms” and give a recorded statement. The adjuster may even tell you that he is asking this of you so that he can pay you. Don’t trust him. He wants to get information from you before you retain an attorney.

If you … Continue Reading >