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What Happens If Your Spinal Cord Is Severed?

Posted on January 31, 2022 in
The spinal cord is one of the most important structures in the human body. It is responsible for transmitting messages between your brain and the rest of your body, impacting movement, function, and feeling. If any damage to the spinal cord occurs, the victim can develop permanent limitations. A severed spinal cord is one...
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Incomplete vs. Complete Spinal Cord Injuries

Posted on January 27, 2022 in
A spinal cord injury occurs when you sustain damage to the sensitive bundle of nerves and cells that run from the base of the brain to the lower back. Victims of spinal cord injuries often pay millions of dollars for treatment over their lifetimes, often requiring mobility equipment, physical therapy, and ongoing care. If...
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What Is a Letter of Representation?

Posted on November 30, 2021 in
When you are filing an insurance claim, you may want to hire a lawyer to represent your case. During this process, your attorney will draft a legal notice called the Letter of Representation and send it to the insurance company. This document informs the insurance carrier that your lawyer will take over your claim...
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Illinois Subrogation Statute

Posted on November 30, 2021 in
After an unexpected accident, few people can pay for their medical bills or vehicle repairs out of pocket. While waiting for an insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit to conclude, it is common for Illinois residents to direct payments through their insurance companies. Once a settlement is reached, however, these entities may demand compensation...
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What Are the Different Types of Negligence?

Posted on November 29, 2021 in
To recover compensation in a personal injury lawsuit, you must prove that the at-fault party’s negligence caused your accident and resulting injuries. However, determining liability is not always straightforward. There are multiple types of negligence that arise in civil courts across the United States, including comparative negligence, contributory negligence, and gross negligence. Pure Comparative...
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