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December 15, 2022

In the News: Gun pointed at woman, dog during armed robbery in Lincoln Park

"The city is in desperate need of change. Leadership has not acted quickly enough to address the crisis level rates of violent crime in Chicago. If you can’t feel safe walking your dog in the middle of the day, then where can you feel safe? Chicago needs common sense leadership, and the safety and security of Chicagoans has to be put first." Marty Dolan - Dolan Law, Chicago

December 15, 2022

Damage Awards for Pre-Impact Fear in Evolving Tragedies

It is not difficult to imagine the mental anguish a person may suffer in the excruciating moments after learning that the present circumstance will inevitably lead to their death. Consequently, a growing number of jurisdictions outside of Illinois have recognized that pre-impact fear is a recoverable harm.

December 13, 2022

Lawful Use of Campaign Contributions

Election season in America rolls around every couple of years. During this period, Americans reach for their wallets and donate tens of millions of dollars to political campaigns across the country. However, Americans are generally unaware of what their contributions to political campaigns can legally be used for, and what happens to campaign contributions that a candidate doesn’t spend over the course of their election cycle.

December 11, 2022

Dog Bites in Illinois

Although many of us love animals and have dogs as members of our families, the unfortunate reality is that dog attacks do occur. The CDC estimates that approximately 4.5 million dog bites occur in the United States each year, and 800,000 of those bites result in medical care. Annually, Dog bites and dog-related injuries make up a significant portion of homeowners insurance claims. In Illinois, if you were injured by a dog, you may have legal recourse.

December 8, 2022

Bicyclists Beware New Law

Bicycles are reemerging as a popular way to commute, exercise, and explore. However, bicyclists should beware. There are city ordinances that prohibit certain actions while on bikes, and state law that may limit a city’s liability if a person suffers an injury while bicycling.

December 5, 2022

Title IX Sexual Assault Claims

Title IX provides that “no person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”

November 29, 2022

In the News: Chicago Police issue alert of string of vehicle thefts in Loop parking garages

"As the holiday season kicks off, safety must be the most important consideration for children and families. Escalation of crime in Chicago cannot be tolerated. Protective measures and deterrence need to be improved both in the public and private sector, or the escalation continues and so will injury and death of innocent victims." -Marty Dolan