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For anyone who has visited an overcrowded emergency room, this story will ring out as a worst-nightmare-turned-real, if the claims prove justifiable in a court of law. The parents of Martha Barr, age 25, recently filed a lawsuit against PeaceHealth Hospital Group and Sacred Heart Medical Center for negligent care of their daughter during an emergency medical situation.High School Football Injuries and Deaths May 22, 2011
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Hospital Sued For Letting Patient Deteriorate Until Death July 20, 2010
For anyone who has visited an overcrowded emergency room, this story will ring out as a worst-nightmare-turned-real, if the claims prove justifiable in a court of law. The parents of Martha Barr, age 25, recently filed a lawsuit against PeaceHealth Hospital Group and Sacred Heart Medical Center for negligent care of their daughter during an emergency medical situation.
Seat belts, Alcohol, and Illinois Traffic Fatalities July 14, 2010
The number of fatal automobile accidents in 2008 reached its lowest figure in 85 years making 2008 the safest year for automobile travel in Illinois since 1923.
Trial Begins for Chicago Fatal Drunk Driving Accident June 30, 2010
Auto accidents take far too many lives in Illinois and most of these fatal crashes are entirely preventable. Drivers who operate their vehicles while under the influence of alcohol or drugs not only put their own lives at risk; they jeopardize the safety of other occupants in their vehicle and the lives of others on the road.
Types of Damages in a Wrongful Death Case June 24, 2010
Did you know that if your family member’s life is suddenly taken by the reckless or malicious conduct of someone else, you can file a wrongful death lawsuit, and may be entitled to financial compensation? There are two major types of damages you can receive, the damages for your expenses from your loved one’s death, as well as an amount of money decided upon by the court, in order to punish the defendant.
