According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2021 truck accidents comprised 21% of the total number of motor vehicle accidents on U.S. roads, or roughly 523,993 truck-involved crashes. Truck accidents were responsible for 6% of all motor vehicle injuries but more than twice as many deaths, at 13.4%.
Are you wondering how your work history impacts your SSDI benefits case? Discover how your professional past impacts your eligibility and explore the age-based categorizations that could influence your case. To learn more about the impact of your work history on your SSDI benefits case, watch this short video.
Friends and family members must remain proactive to ensure that loved ones who live in a nursing home don’t become victims of negligence or abuse, whether from nursing home staff, vendors, or other residents. Here are some of the most common injuries related to nursing home negligence and abuse to be aware of.
Does Social Security deny disability benefits to save government money? Some people have this belief that the Social Security Administration may, at times, prioritize cost-saving over ensuring that those in need receive the benefits they deserve. What’s the truth about this, and how does the government actually decide disability benefit claims? To learn the answer to these questions, watch this short video.
Motor vehicle accidents are the second highest cause of personal injuries. People injured in motor vehicle crashes can suffer debilitating, lifelong injuries or worse, death. These injuries affect both the victim and their families.
In the ever-evolving real estate market, many homeowners find themselves receiving unsolicited cash offers on their property. While these offers often boast the allure of a quick close and immediate financial gain, they also necessitate careful consideration and expert scrutiny to ensure your interests are duly protected.
During fiscal year 2021 (July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021), the Illinois Department of Aging Adult Protective Services division received 20,567 reports of abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and financial exploitation against Illinois’ elderly population age 60 and older. The Illinois Nursing Home Care Act was enacted to protect residents of Illinois nursing homes. It provides a Nursing Home Resident Bill of Rights and provides recourse for those who have been injured or killed due to negligence or abuse they suffered while living in a nursing home. Find answers to FAQ in this article.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a motor vehicle crash involving a truck, or if a loved one was killed in a truck accident, check out these FAQ and call the truck accident attorneys at The Good Law Group for help.
Many Illinois parents who live with disabilities may struggle to provide for their children. Fortunately, if disabled parents are eligible to receive Social Security Disability benefits, their children can also qualify for SSD benefits. These dependent’s benefits may continue until a child turns 18. If a child meets certain criteria, benefits may even be available after that point.
Are you thinking about appealing an issue with your Social Security Disability benefits? This situation can be extremely confusing for the average person to navigate, which is why we always recommend hiring an attorney. The right legal counsel can help you get the benefits you deserve for a couple of key reasons. To learn more about social security appeals, check out this video.
