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In Illinois and across the United States, a catastrophic injury has occurred if your life is disrupted to the point where you can no longer hold down a job. Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), spinal cord injuries and severe burns illustrate a few examples. These injuries typically arise from car accidents, defective drugs or medical…

It’s National Safety Month. With preventable injuries being the fourth leading cause of death in the United States, it’s more important than ever to understand the risks faced throughout our lives and what steps we can take to limit our susceptibility to them. 0-12 Months Infants are most at risk for suffocation. Over 2…

Rollover accidents, accidents in which the vehicle flips over onto its roof or side, are the primary cause of death in SUV crashes. Several factors can contribute to rollover motor vehicle accidents, including: Top-heavy vehicles – Taller vehicles with a taller center of gravity, such as SUVs, trucks, minivans, and buses are more likely…

Being in a car accident can cause devastating injuries to expecting mothers and their unborn child. Seemingly minor accidents can still cause auto accident injuries. Pregnant women should seek immediate medical attention after any motor vehicle collision because even fender benders can cause complications. Some complications which can result from a car accident include:…

As a spouse of someone seriously injured in a car accident, you may be entitled to loss of consortium damages. Watch Mark Karno explain. Has your spouse been seriously injured in a car accident? Call the experienced personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Mark L. Karno and Associates at (312) 701-0090. We…

The American Burn Association designates the first week of February as Burn Awareness Week to raise awareness of the possible burn injury dangers in our everyday lives and to provide information on the prevention and treatment of burn injuries. At the Law Offices of Mark L. Karno & Associates, we recognize the significant impact that…

Wrongful death cases cover a wide variety of circumstances, from car accidents to medical malpractice to product liability cases. Filing a wrongful death case allows you to seek compensation for lost wages, funeral expenses, and even intangible losses, such as companionship. Those who have suffered damage from the loss of the decedent are called…