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As reported in the Nov. 24, 2013 Chicago Tribune, disasters are times of incredible chaos and anxiety. The federal response plan that was formally codified in 2011 aims to mollify these aspects of a disaster and aid in a speedy recovery. People who live in areas that have been struck by natural disasters should become familiar with this plan. For those who recently were victims of the tornado that devastated parts of Washington, Illinois, an…

Social media pervades our culture and acts as a digital “water cooler” for venting and gossip. However, a recent trend shows that employers are using poorly considered online comments as legal grounds for dismissal. Furthermore, ill-advised posts that show up on a search engine can prevent people even having a chance at a myriad of other opportunities. For more, see the original article here.

Clifford Law Offices, a national renown personal injury and wrongful death law firm in Chicago, is absorbing and merging with the Law Office of Kenneth C. Chessick, M.D., effective Nov. 1.

A report released by the Illinois Hospital Association (IHA) Thursday (Oct. 17, 2013) showed that fewer preventable harmful events occurred in hospitals throughout the state in 2012 compared to the previous year. The report is based on the achievements of more than 200 hospitals and health systems in Illinois. It found that those hospitals reduced the number of falls, pressure ulcers, infections and other harmful events (843 less) with an estimated cost savings of about…

7 in 10 Wrong: While 96 percent of parents and caregivers believe their child safety seats are installed correctly, research shows that seven out of 10 children are improperly restrained. Source: Child Passenger Safety Overview, Seatcheck.org  71 & 54 Percent: Correctly installed child safety seats reduce the risk of fatal injury by 71 percent for infants and 54 percent for toddlers riding in passenger cars. Source: Traffic Safety Facts 2011 Data, National Highway Traffic Safety…

By Andrew Maloney Law Bulletin staff writer Robert A. Clifford didn’t set out to alter the Illinois legal landscape over dinner in Buffalo, N.Y., last year. That’s just what happened. After a long day in court just before Thanksgiving, Clifford was dining at the upscale Buffalo Club with colleagues from his trial team, sharing notes and ideas in the crash case of Colgan Air Flight 3407, the Feb. 12, 2009, accident that killed 50 people…

After losing both legs in an auto accident, Aaron Holm decided to share his successful recovery plan with other amputees through his Wiggle Your Toes foundation. The group provides consultation, planning and referrals.

0% at Fault  A 2008 Supreme Court ruling held that the makers of FDA-approved medical devices can’t be held responsible for injuries, even if their product is defective and later recalled. Source: Unequal Harm, American Association for Justice 

Create a survival kit, make a plan and be informed before disaster strikes with extensive interactive resources from the American Red Cross. Don’t miss these emergency mobile apps for lifesaving tips. Monitor All Hazardous Weather Conditions Look up conditions anywhere in the United States and learn the facts about weather-related hazards in your area at NOAA Watch from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Avoid Scam Artists After a Disaster There are criminals who prey…