The rule of law must protect the powerless against the powerful. This principle has been developed in civilized societies and passed down through the centuries. Without the rule of law, those with power are free to oppress, abuse, and take advantage of those without power. The concept of justice and redress for harm is one prerequisite […]
Continue readingHave you ever read an insurance policy? The only time a normal person would ever actually read their insurance policy would be in the event of needing to make or claim, or in the event of a claim denial by their insurance company. If you did read your policy, did you understand all of it? […]
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Your uninsured (UM) or underinsured (UIM) motorist injury claim is special. Why is your UM or UIM claim noteworthy? Your claim is special because it is against your own insurance company and it owes you a duty of good faith and fair dealing. The insurance company for another driver does not owe you a duty […]
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To “litigate” is to fight in court. Insurance companies often litigate. (See footnote 1 below). For those of us fighting insurance court battles on behalf of consumers, it often seems that insurance companies force people to fight for the smallest of policy benefits. Insurance companies often rely on technical insurance policy fine print to delay […]
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To fully understand what insurance claims cover, and don’t cover, here in Illinois, we have provided an in-depth look into insurance claims. This will help you see all of the different aspects to an insurance claim and why it’s important to get claims filed correctly. INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR THE GENERAL PRACTITIONER – First Party Insurance […]
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Chicago Litigation Attorney Litigation is that process that encompasses filing a lawsuit. Many claims do not progress to a trial. However, I have made my living and reputation representing cases that are involved in legal action. Meaning: we have to file a lawsuit, gather all the pertinent information (be it statements, medical records, public records), […]
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Total or Partial Disability After an Accident In Illinois, part of the value of your claim can be based on any disability you have. Disability is either a total or a partial inability to do what you did before the incident. What’s an example? A lot of people these days work out: might work out […]
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If your home was damaged by something that was “sudden and accidental” you may benefit from hiring a public adjuster. You may have experienced damage due to fire, storm, water or other occurrence and need insurance money to make repairs or renovations. A good public adjusting firm has the experience and expertise to advise you […]
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