Sudden Stillbirths Can Be the Tragic Result of Medical Malpractice When a baby dies during the late stages of pregnancy, it is a tragedy for the expectant mother and her family. Despite accepted safety procedures and medical technology, late-term fetal deaths and stillbirths still happen every year. And, although it may be difficult to think... Read More
Have Fun and Celebrate Freedom in Chicago With These Memorial Day Weekend Events Join us in remembering the sacrifices made by men and women in the U.S. military, and get out and celebrate our freedoms over the long weekend. There are a number of ways to enjoy Memorial Day weekend in Chicago. Here are some... Read More
Angry, Irritated, and Aggressive Drivers Cause Accidents and Take Lives Heavy traffic, road work, delays, or even just a bad day can cause drivers to lose their tempers, and we’ve probably all had a few moments in our driving histories where we’ve gotten a little irritated—or even downright mad. However, allowing that anger and aggression... Read More
Erring on the Side of Caution When Caring for a Survivor of Child Sexual Abuse While any sexual abuse survivor needs help and understanding during recovery, children can be especially vulnerable after trauma because they can’t always: Report their symptoms Ask for what they need Talk through complex feelings Identify the source of their troubles... Read More
Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse May Struggle With Long-Term Effects When you find out that your child has been sexually abused, the priority is obviously on their immediate needs for treatment and care. However, don’t let their long-term recovery fall by the wayside. Survivors of childhood sexual abuse often deal with significant problems related to... Read More
You Shouldn’t Feel Guilty About Asking for a Fair Outcome After a Truck Accident Sometimes, it’s pressure from the insurance company that is making you feel a little guilty—or even accusations that you did something wrong before, during, or after the truck wreck that should reduce the amount of your claim. Sometimes, it’s just the... Read More