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Personal Injury

Firefighter Sues Pension Fund Over Denied Disability Benefits

In a significant legal battle, a firefighter's appeal for duty disability benefits has been denied by the Appellate Court of Illinois. The case, filed by Maiesha Rose against the Retirement Board of the Firemen’s Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago, was heard in Cook County on August 20, 2024. Maiesha Rose initiated her complaint after the Retirement Board denied her…
Etzler Lawhead Legal Group, PC
September 10, 2024
Personal Injury

Stillborn wrongful death case against Alton Memorial settles in federal court

Alton Memorial Hospital and Shantela Stackhouse of Granite City settled a wrongful death suit after Stackhouse withdrew a claim for survival damages on behalf of her stillborn fetus. Hospital counsel Russell Makepeace of St. Louis notified Chief U.S. District Judge Nancy Rosenstengel of the settlement on Aug. 29. He stated the hospital continues to deny liability, “but wishes to buy…
Etzler Lawhead Legal Group, PC
September 9, 2024
Workers' Compensation

Minority workers face increased injury risks

Safety advocates are beginning to understand why minority and marginalized workers are more frequently killed or injured on the job than their white and often more socioeconomically privileged counterparts and what can be done to curb an annual statistic that has stumped some industries. Rethinking onboarding and training protocols and giving greater attention to the wider concerns of undocumented workers…
Etzler Lawhead Legal Group, PC
September 9, 2024
Personal Injury

Consumer Files Class Action Against Deli Meat Producer Over Listeria Contamination

A class action lawsuit has been filed against a major deli meat producer, alleging contamination with harmful bacteria. On August 16, 2024, Samantha Chuskas filed the complaint in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois against Boar’s Head Provisions Co. Inc. The lawsuit centers on claims that various Boar’s Head and Old Country deli meats, sold…
Etzler Lawhead Legal Group, PC
September 4, 2024
Personal Injury

Plaintiff Alleges Defendant Negligently Caused Vehicular Collision

A recent court ruling has affirmed the dismissal of a complaint involving a vehicular collision, highlighting the complexities and challenges in timely legal proceedings. The complaint was filed by Meltem Tureli in the Circuit Court of Cook County on July 29, 2021, against Esther Martinez. However, due to delays in serving the defendant, the case faced significant procedural hurdles. The…
Etzler Lawhead Legal Group, PC
September 3, 2024
Personal Injury

Independent Administrator Sues Medical Providers Over Alleged Misdiagnosis Leading to Teen’s Death

A Cook County jury's verdict in favor of the defendants in a medical negligence case has been overturned on appeal, granting the plaintiff a new trial. The complaint was filed by Lolita McCaley, the independent administrator of Marshana McCaley's estate, against Dr. Polina Petrovic, Chicago Imaging Ltd., and Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation on June 7, 2018. The case centers…
Etzler Lawhead Legal Group, PC
September 3, 2024
Personal Injury

Pharmaceutical Company Accused of Negligence Over Drug-Induced Hearing Loss

A pharmaceutical company is facing serious allegations over a drug that allegedly causes permanent hearing damage. On August 9, 2024, Judith Bell filed a complaint in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois against Horizon Therapeutics USA, Inc. Judith Bell's lawsuit claims that Horizon Therapeutics' prescription drug Tepezza®, used to treat thyroid eye disease (TED), caused…
Etzler Lawhead Legal Group, PC
August 27, 2024
Workers' Compensation

Workers in 90-degree-plus heat at higher risk of injury: Report

Pinnacol Assurance, a Denver-based workers compensation insurer, released a report Tuesday showing that workers are more at risk for injuries when working in extreme temperatures. The insurer said its claims data shows that workers in both outdoor and indoor settings are 52% more susceptible to injury when temperatures rise above 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Common injuries on extremely hot days include…
Etzler Lawhead Legal Group, PC
August 26, 2024
Workers' Compensation

Construction dust exposure may cause kidney disease: Study

Exposure to dust and other particles may put construction workers at an increased risk of developing chronic kidney disease, according to a study publicized on Wednesday. Researchers at the University of Gothenburg found that Swedish construction workers studied over five decades had a 15% higher risk of developing chronic kidney disease. The researchers noted that other recent expert studies showed…
Etzler Lawhead Legal Group, PC
August 26, 2024

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