Getting into a car accident can be emotionally jarring. There is also a physiological effect of the accident when your brain releases a jolt of adrenaline, according to the Cleveland Clinic. That hormone is tied to our “fight or flight” impulses. That adrenaline could mask the pain associated with an injury. In other words, you might not feel that you’re hurt until much later when things calm down. It is important to know what the symptoms of a delayed injury after a crash are.

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) found that in 2022, 20% of all crashes involving motor vehicles resulted in an injury. That translates into 59,795 people who might have suffered delayed symptoms. Even if you don’t feel any pain after a serious accident, you should still seek medical attention to make sure you haven’t been injured. The following are some of the delayed symptoms you should be on the lookout for after a crash.

To stop on a dime is to come to a stop in a very short distance. Every driver makes several stopping choices with every trip. They bring their vehicle to a halt at a traffic light, an intersection stop sign, and their final destination. The sudden or “surprise” stops can lead to accidents. To prevent that, you want to practice a safe distance between cars while driving.

Why does maintaining a safe distance between cars matter? According to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) there were 298,347 motor vehicle collisions in 2022. Maintaining a proper safe distance could have had an impact on bringing down those collision numbers.

Below, we discuss what is a safe distance between cars while driving and highlight different techniques for adequately pacing oneself.

The first lawyers were referred to as orators. They were the “friends” of people who found themselves in trouble with the law and would speak up on their behalf. These orators were forbidden to take any money for their support. That all changed when Emperor Claudius made advocacy legal and allowed those advocates to get paid.

Since then, lawyers have been charging their clients fees that are based on that lawyer’s skills and experience. How much does it cost to talk to a lawyer? It depends on the lawyer you’re talking to and the type of case.

Swimming pools, playground equipment, and construction projects can attract children. They may see these spaces as places for fun. However, many of them don’t recognize the apparent risk of these spots.

For that reason, property owners are required to secure these “attractive nuisances” to prevent injuries to children.

Premises liability is a serious issue. And even if a child trespasses on a person’s property, the owner could be liable for any injuries and damages.

After a fall, you might feel a little embarrassed by the incident. Most of the time, these accidents occur in public places. Even without any injuries, should you rush to the hospital after a fall?

At the Prince Law Firm, we always recommend getting checked out after any accident, especially a slip and fall, is always recommended. You might not feel pain right away, but that doesn’t mean that you don’t have a serious injury.

If you’re still not convinced, here are a few telltale signs of when to go to a hospital after a fall.

When you go to the doctor for a health concern, you expect them to look at your health history and perform a thorough examination to determine what is ailing you. But, when your doctor tells you nothing is wrong or prescribes medication for an illness you don’t think is the cause of your symptoms, you might feel discouraged or even scared.

You might then seek a second opinion from another doctor, hoping that they will find the true cause of your illness. And when a doctor misdiagnoses you as well, what options do you have?

In this post, we’ll discuss what the differences are between a misdiagnosis and a missed diagnosis and how serious both types of medical negligence can be to a patient’s health.

The American Association for Justice (AAJ) is slated to hold its inaugural Premises Liability Seminar in Miami, FL, from May 23 to 2024. One of the speakers who will deliver a presentation entitled “Uncovered Meter Hole – how to prove notice of dangerous conditions” is our Prince Law Firm founder, Mark Prince.

Concerns surrounding the steel plates that are generally placed atop these “manholes,” as they’re sometimes called, might have never crossed your mind until you read where Mark Prince speaks about uncovered meter holes and legal options for suing. However, this type of negligence leads to countless preventable injuries here in Marion, IL and elsewhere in our state and country every year.

With an aging population living in assisted care facilities, falls are a major concern for these facilities. These accidents can have an impact on residents’ health and well-being.

Falls can lead to injuries, fractures, reduced mobility, and even psychological distress. Safety should always be the number one concern in these environments, making implementing effective fall prevention methods for nursing homes essential.

When you’re involved in an accident, the person who caused it should be held responsible for the injuries and damage they’ve caused. In a personal injury case such as a car accident where a driver’s negligent actions caused your vehicle collision and resulting injuries, you could pursue legal action against the at-fault party.

Aside from the standard compensation seen in most civil cases, there may be an opportunity or valid reason to also pursue punitive damages from the individual who caused you harm.

Intersections are where two or more roads intersect. At these locations, vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists cross paths. Unfortunately, intersections are also one of the most common locations for accidents and collisions to occur.

Sometimes, these crashes can lead to severe injuries and even fatalities. Whether you’re a driver, bicyclist, or pedestrian, you must be aware of these areas’ potential dangers.