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01/31/2024

The loss of a loved one is one of the most challenging things a family can endure. When the death was the result of someone’s negligent actions, it compounds things. Families often question whether legal action can be taken or should be taken against the responsible party. While it’s understandable for families to have reservations about the legal process, it is sometimes the only means of holding those who wrongfully caused a loved one’s death responsible and securing a comfortable future for those who have been left behind.

If your family is considering filing a wrongful death case, you may be wondering how the amount to be awarded is determined. The process of establishing the amount to be awarded in a wrongful death case is complicated. There are a number of factors to consider. At the end of the day, it is important to remember that the compensation awarded is meant to hold the at-fault party responsible for the value of the lost income/wages/earning capacity (known as pecuniary damages) as well as the value of the loss of love, companionship, guidance, consortium and the grief and sorrow (known as non-pecuniary damages) caused by the wrongful conduct of the responsible party.

If there is evidence that the individual who died had conscious pain and suffering before their death, there may also be damages for their pre-death pain and suffering. These pecuniary and non-pecuniary damages must be fully evaluated and developed in a way to ensure that the maximum compensation can be obtained for each element of available damages.

https://www.krlawgroup.com/how-is-the-amount-to-be-awarded-in-a-wrongful-death-case-determined/

Wrongful death lawsuits are considerably complex. Here's what you need to know about how award amounts are determined in wrongful death cases.

01/26/2024

Unless if you want to get stuck in standstill traffic, avoid driving between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m., as well as between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. because those are rush hour times when the most people are more likely to be commuting.

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Chicago can be difficult to drive in, especially if you're new to the area or a newer driver. Here are some tips for driving in the windy city for the first time.

01/24/2024

If you’ve recently been involved in a car accident, you’re likely feeling a certain amount of stress and even uncertainty. The most important thing to remember is to prioritize your health and safety along with your family’s. If anyone was injured in the accident, make sure they receive the proper medical care immediately and follow any advice given by your medical care team. Once a treatment and recovery plan is in the works, then you can begin to worry about what comes next.

As far as knowing what steps will be required next and what you should be prepared to expect after being in a car wreck, it’s a simple truth that car accidents—especially those serious in nature—can be complex. There can be multiple steps to resolving insurance and legal matters following a collision, and the same can be said for medical care. Below, we’re going to discuss some of the things you should prepare to tackle as you focus on recovery and moving forward.

https://www.krlawgroup.com/what-should-i-expect-after-being-involved-in-a-car-wreck/

Do you need to know what to expect after being involved in a major or minor car accident? Here is some good information to know.

01/19/2024

Depending on your situation, IDOT will send services to your location. Most likely, the Chicago area Traffic Patrol (ETP) and the Metro-East area Emergency Patrol Vehicle (EPV) programs will be who respond to your call. These are known as Minutemen, and they respond to traffic problems, safety hazards, vehicles on the side of the road, and objects in the roadway.

You can trust the Minutemen to handle your situation properly and get you to safety. Not only will they help you, but they’ll also work to keep traffic moving and in a safe manner so that everyone is as safe as possible.

https://www.krlawgroup.com/what-to-do-during-a-roadside-emergency-in-chicago/

You might not know what to do during a roadside emergency in Chicago. Thankfully, we do. Find out your best course of action here.

01/17/2024

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01/15/2024

"We shall overcome because the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice."

01/11/2024

How many times have you been riding down the interstate and had a fellow driver cut in tight on you? Most of us have had this happen. These errant drivers count on us to be able to quickly apply our brakes to avoid striking them. Fortunately, when some drivers choose cut in front of others, most passenger cars operators are able to avoid a collision when this happens.

For commercial truck drivers, however, it’s a much different story. Semi-trucks simply can’t come to a full stop as quickly as passenger cars. Let’s look at the details as to why this is true:

https://www.krlawgroup.com/how-long-does-a-semi-truck-take-to-come-to-a-full-stop/

Passenger cars and trucks require different braking distances. Learn how long it takes for semi-trucks to reach a full stop.

01/09/2024

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day was created by multiple organizations in 2015 to express their gratitude for officers in the United States. In support of their services citizens are encouraged to do their part in thanking the law enforcers on this day. One of the main organizations to take the lead in this is C.O.P.S – Concerns of Police Survivors. According to them, law enforcement officers need to be shown that the difficult career path they have chosen is recognized by the people who they protect and uphold the law for.

01/03/2024

It’s common to hear about the importance of obeying the speed limit when driving. The warning often relates to speeding because traveling at higher speeds reduces your ability to slow down and stop and is overall a reckless driving decision. However, there’s another side of disobeying the speed limit – driving too slowly. Slow drivers can also pose a significant danger and risk to that driver and others on the road.

https://www.krlawgroup.com/is-driving-too-slow-just-as-dangerous-as-speeding/

Driving too slowly for traffic can potentially be just as dangerous as speeding. Here is some information about the dangers of driving too slowly.

01/01/2024

12/26/2023

Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration of African-American culture that takes place from December 26 to January 1. It was created by activist Maulana Karenga in 1966. The word "Kwanzaa" is a Swahili word that means "first fruits".

Kwanzaa is based on African harvest festival traditions from various parts of West and Southeast Africa. It emphasizes the importance of the pan-African family and corresponding social values. The holiday encourages people to honor seven principles, including:

• Unity
• Self-determination
• Collective work and responsibility

12/25/2023

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays