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When it comes to comparing the danger of car accidents posed by Illinois highways vs. city streets, the question isn’t as simple as “yes” or “no.” Different types of roads pose different risks, and crash severity, traffic volume, speed, and emergency response all influence how likely a crash is to be fatal or result in…

Slip and fall injuries at grocery stores can be painful, expensive, and legally complicated. In Illinois, proving negligence in a grocery store slip and fall claim requires showing that the store owed you a duty of care, breached that duty, and that the breach caused your injuries and damages. Below is a practical, step-by-step guide…

Every parent wants to keep their child safe on the road. One common question we hear at our personal injury firm is: when is it okay, and safe, for my child to ride in the front seat? The short answer under Illinois law is: the law sets minimums of when its legally allowed, not necessarily…

Getting hurt while staying at a hotel is shocking, stressful, and sometimes life-changing. Whether you slipped on a wet lobby floor, fell down an unmarked stairway, were bitten by a dog owned by another hotel guest, or were injured by faulty furniture or security failures, you have immediate practical steps to take to protect your…

When you file a personal injury lawsuit, the process doesn’t always lead directly to trial. In fact, most cases are resolved before ever reaching the courtroom. One important step in this process is the pre-trial settlement conference, a meeting designed to help both sides explore resolution without the expense, risk, and stress of a trial.…

Losing a family member in a head-on collision is one of the most sudden and devastating experiences possible. Head-on crashes are disproportionately deadly, and the shock of the moment is often followed by practical, legal, and emotional questions that must be answered while you’re grieving. In this blog, we walk you through immediate steps to…

Caring for a loved one with dementia is emotionally and practically challenging. When families move a parent or partner into a nursing home, they expect safety, compassion, and specialized care. But dementia both increases vulnerability to nursing home abuse and is worsened by poor care. In this blog, we discuss what families need to know…

If a car accident left your neck aching or stiff, you’re not alone, and you’re not overreacting. Whiplash is one of the most common crash-related injuries, and it can derail work, sleep, and everyday life. At John J. Malm & Associates, our Illinois car accident injury team has helped countless clients move from uncertainty to…

Slip and fall accidents spike when the weather turns. Snow, ice, rain, sleet, and even sudden freezes create hazards that injure Illinois residents every winter and during seasonal storms. But not every fall caused by slippery conditions leads to a successful lawsuit. Whether a property owner or manager is legally responsible depends on a mix…

When a loved one’s life is cut short due to negligence, families are often left grappling not only with their grief but also with the overwhelming question of accountability. In many wrongful death cases, the party responsible may be a private individual or corporation. But in others, a government entity, such as a city, county,…