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What Happens if Medicare Stops Paying for Nursing Home Care?
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

Medicare plays a crucial role in providing healthcare coverage for millions of elderly and disabled Americans. While it does not typically cover long-term nursing home care, it does pay for short-term stays in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) under specific conditions. If Medicare were to stop paying for nursing home care entirely, the financial and social…

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Why Do Drivers Flee? The Top 7 Reasons Behind Hit-and-Run Crashes
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

It’s the worst kind of shock. One moment you’re driving, walking, or biking—minding your own business. The next, you’ve been hit. Your vehicle’s wrecked, you’re bleeding, or you’re thrown onto the pavement—and the driver who caused it is speeding away into the night. Hit-and-run crashes are one of the most cowardly and catastrophic acts on…

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Navigating a Dog Bite Claim Against a Neighbor While Keeping the Peace
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

Dog bites and attacks can be traumatic, both physically and emotionally. But when the dog belongs to a neighbor, the situation becomes even more complicated. You may have a valid injury claim, but you also don’t want to damage an important relationship. In this blog, we explain what happens when your neighbor’s dog bites you,…

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Bicycle Accidents at Crosswalks: Who Has the Right of Way?
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

Bicycle accidents at crosswalks present a multifaceted challenge in urban traffic management, intertwining issues of right-of-way, legal interpretations, safety measures, and the nature of injuries sustained. Understanding who holds the right-of-way in these scenarios is crucial for both cyclists and motorists to prevent accidents and ensure harmonious sharing of roadways.​ Legal Framework: Right-of-Way at Crosswalks…

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Does Uninsured Motorist Coverage Apply To A Pedestrian Accident?
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

Being struck by a vehicle as a pedestrian is a terrifying and often life-altering experience. In the aftermath of such an accident, victims are left to deal with physical injuries, emotional trauma, lost wages, and mounting medical bills. But what happens if the at-fault driver has no insurance—or worse, if they flee the scene? Many…

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What Type of Power of Attorney Do You Need in Illinois to Place An Elderly Parent in a Nursing Home?
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

As our parents age, their ability to make decisions regarding their own care may decline. If your elderly parent can no longer manage their affairs, you may need legal authority to assist them, especially when it comes to placing them in a nursing home. In Illinois, the appropriate legal instrument to put a loved one…

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What Happens To Your Personal Injury Settlement If You Get Divorced?
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

Divorce is a complex legal process that impacts nearly every aspect of a person’s life, including their finances, property, and even ongoing legal matters such as personal injury claims. If you are in the middle of a personal injury case and either you or your spouse files for divorce, it can significantly affect the outcome…

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Why Your Dog Bite Case May Be Worth More Than You Think
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

Dog bites and attacks are more than just painful injuries—they can lead to extensive medical bills, emotional trauma, lost wages, and long-term consequences. Many victims underestimate the true value of their dog bite case, settling for far less than they deserve. In this blog, we explore why your dog bite case may be worth more…

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What To Do If A Nursing Home Is Overmedicating Residents
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

Overmedication in nursing homes is a serious issue that often goes unnoticed until it causes significant harm to residents. The misuse of medications, particularly antipsychotic drugs, can lead to severe health complications, loss of independence, and even premature death. Families trust nursing homes to provide safe, compassionate care, yet too often, medication is used as…

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$400,000 Product Liability Settlement: Defective Picture Frame Causes Severe Hand Injury
John J. Malm & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers

In 2022, our client, an artist preparing for an upcoming exhibition, suffered a catastrophic hand injury due to a defective 16 x 20 glass picture frame. The frame, designed and distributed by a U.S. company and manufactured by a Chinese corporation, was purchased from a Chicago retailer. While cleaning the frame, our client unknowingly encountered…

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