Posted on August 25, 2025 in Medical Malpractice

There are numerous reasons why children can benefit from surgery. These procedures may treat serious medical conditions and help to improve children’s long-term health. However, when surgical errors occur, the consequences can be devastating. In these situations, a qualified Arlington Heights, IL personal injury attorney with experience in medical malpractice cases involving child patients can help families understand their legal options. By recovering compensation for the harm a child has suffered, a family can make sure they will have the financial resources needed to provide for the child’s ongoing care.

Pediatric Surgical Errors Are Rare but Serious

A large-scale study analyzing approximately 5.4 million surgical procedures performed on children in the United States and other countries found that there was an error rate of about 0.2 percent. While this number may seem low at first glance, it still translates to nearly 9,000 children harmed by surgical mistakes. Each of these cases represents a child whose life may have been permanently altered due to a preventable error.

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 Posted on August 14, 2025 in Slip and Fall

If you were hurt in a slip and fall accident, you might innocently assume the property owner’s insurance company will take responsibility for your injuries. Unfortunately, insurers often look for ways to avoid paying fair compensation, even by blaming you for causing your own accident. 

This tactic can make a stressful situation even more challenging, but it is important to know your rights. If you are facing this situation, speak with a Palatine, IL personal injury attorney about your legal options and how to protect your claim.

Can the Insurance Company Reduce or Deny My Compensation by Blaming Me?

Illinois follows a compensation model called modified comparative negligence, found in 735 ILCS 5/2-1116. Under this rule, the amount of money you can recover is reduced by your percentage of fault for the accident. If you are found to be more than 50 percent at fault, you cannot recover any compensation at all.

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 Posted on August 08, 2025 in Personal Injury

When someone is seriously injured in an accident, the costs go far beyond medical bills. Physical pain, emotional trauma, and disruptions to daily life can take a massive toll. These non-economic losses are called "pain and suffering," and they play a critical role in most personal injury claims. 

If you are struggling after an accident and wondering how compensation is calculated, a Rolling Meadows, IL personal injury lawyer can help you understand what to expect and how Illinois law applies to your case.

What Does "Pain and Suffering" Include in Illinois?

Under Illinois law, pain and suffering includes both the physical and emotional impacts of an injury. This may involve chronic pain, emotional distress or mental anguish, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, loss of enjoyment of life, disfigurement, or permanent scarring.

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 Posted on July 31, 2025 in Slip and Fall

Sidewalks are meant to provide a safe path for pedestrians, but broken or crumbling concrete can quickly turn a short walk into a medical emergency. If you were injured in a fall caused by a broken sidewalk, you may be wondering whether anyone is legally responsible for your injuries and damages. 

The answer depends on who owns or controls the stretch of sidewalk where you fell, and whether they failed in their legal duty to maintain it. A dedicated Schaumburg, IL personal injury lawyer can review the details of your specific case to advise you on how you may want to proceed.

Who Is Responsible for Fixing a Broken Sidewalk in Illinois?

Sidewalk maintenance responsibility in Illinois can vary depending on the location of the sidewalk. In many towns and cities, sidewalks are owned by the local municipality, even if they run alongside private property. That does not necessarily mean the city is always liable when a sidewalk is dangerous.

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 Posted on July 26, 2025 in Car Accident

Car crashes involving rideshare drivers can raise unique legal questions. If you were injured in a car accident and the at-fault driver was working for Uber, Lyft, or another rideshare service at the time, you may have questions about who is responsible for your medical bills, lost income, and other damages. These cases often involve multiple layers of insurance coverage and legal liability that can be confusing without professional guidance.

At Newland & Newland, LLP, our attorneys have many decades of combined experience handling personal injury claims across Illinois. We take pride in helping our clients pursue fair compensation after a serious accident. Below, we have compiled information you may find useful following a car crash with a rideshare driver. One of our experienced Palatine, IL rideshare accident lawyers can offer additional information that is more relevant to your individual case.

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 Posted on July 15, 2025 in Medical Malpractice

Most people trust that hospitals will not send them home until it is safe to leave. Unfortunately, wrongful early discharge decisions are sometimes made too quickly, often due to insurance limitations, hospital overcrowding, or cost-saving policies. If you or a loved one was seriously harmed because a hospital sent you home too soon, speak with a dedicated Rolling Meadows, IL personal injury lawyer about whether you have grounds to pursue a medical malpractice claim under Illinois law.

What Are Common Risks of Premature Discharge?

Hospitals in busy areas sometimes face pressure to make beds available quickly. This pressure can lead to discharge decisions that put patients at risk. Some of the most common dangers include:

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 Posted on July 07, 2025 in Defective Products

When we think about injuries from defective products, we often picture problems at home, like a faulty appliance or a dangerous toy. What if a defective product causes injury while you are on someone else’s property? In Illinois, injuries like this can involve multiple areas of law, including product liability and premises liability. 

As of July 2025, Illinois law holds both manufacturers and property owners responsible when someone is injured due to preventable hazards, including defective products used or installed on the premises. If you were hurt under these circumstances, speak with an experienced Palatine, IL personal injury lawyer to understand whether you can pursue a claim for compensation.

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 Posted on June 27, 2025 in Car Accident

Wearing a seatbelt is one of the simplest ways to reduce the likelihood of sustaining an injury in a car crash. Seatbelts can help to keep vehicle occupants from being thrown forward or ejected during a sudden stop or collision. Approximately 93 percent of Illinois drivers and passengers buckle up regularly. Sadly, unrestrained occupants make up nearly 40 percent of car accident fatalities.

Insurance companies often attempt to use the fact that seatbelts were not used against injured victims. Our knowledgeable Schaumburg, IL personal injury attorneys know Illinois law, which states that failure to buckle up cannot be used to reduce an at-fault party’s negligence or your compensation.

What Are Common Car Accident Causes?

The vast majority of motor vehicle accidents are caused by some kind of negligent driver error, including:

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 Posted on June 25, 2025 in Personal Injury

A recent crash in Woodstock, Illinois, shows that even without a trailer, semi-trucks can still cause serious injuries. On June 23rd, 2025, a semi collided with a passenger vehicle on Route 14 near Bunker Hill Road. The car flipped onto its roof, trapping the driver inside. The severely injured sedan’s driver was airlifted to a nearby hospital. The semi was not pulling a trailer at the time, but the force of the crash was still strong enough to cause devastating consequences.

Many people assume that a collision with a semi-truck without a trailer, often called a bobtail truck, is less dangerous than a fully loaded tractor-trailer. That is not always true. The structure, weight, and stopping power of a bobtail truck can still lead to extremely serious injuries in a crash. If you or someone you love was injured in a truck accident, our skilled Palatine, IL personal injury lawyers can fight to maximize your compensation.

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 Posted on June 17, 2025 in Car Accident

After a car accident, most people expect insurance to cover their expenses and other damages. It seems like it should be a simple process. You file a claim, provide proof, and receive a settlement. Unfortunately, most claims do not work that smoothly. Even when the fault for causing the collision seems obvious, many complications can arise.

If you do not know how to handle these complications, your compensation could be at risk. Fortunately, our skilled Rolling Meadows, IL personal injury attorneys can overcome challenges as we work to help you obtain as much compensation as you deserve.

What Kinds of Complications Can Arise in a Car Accident Claim?

Every motor vehicle collision has the potential to be extremely complicated. With decades of experience and a focus on personal injury law, we understand how to navigate these and other complexities.

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