Koester & Bradley, LLP knows that the Corona virus outbreak can leave clients feeling helpless, even if you are a present client. Tom Koester and Ryan Bradley, as well as our employees, are abiding by both Illinois State and Federal guidelines regarding shelter in place orders. In the process we have learned a great deal… Read More
Posts Tagged With: Personal Injury
What are the Most Common Injuries After a Car Accident In Illinois?
Car accidents happen. It is just a fact of life. In fact according to the New York Times, American have a 1 in 103 chance of suffering a death from a cart accident. Still, car crashes and accidents usually do not result in death. When you’re injured in a vehicle accident in Central Illinois or… Read More
Train and Automobile Collisions in Illinois: A Deadly Combination
It may be surprising to learn that accidents involving railroad track and crossings and automobiles and pedestrians are very frequent in Central Illinois. In fact Champaign Urbana has had a large number of injuries given the large amount of pedestrian traffic with the University of Illinois and large population base for downstate Illinois. The most… Read More
Quick Tip of the Day: What to Do After a Slip and Fall Accident
Slip and fall cases, otherwise known as premises liability cases, are a type of accident can happen to anyone and at the most unexpected times. Our injury law team reviews hundreds of such claims for prospective clients each year. While it is possible for a severe fall to happen without the presence of negligence, in… Read More
Illinois State Troopers: Protecting Drivers Across Central Illinois
Everyone who has had the pleasure of navigating the highways they pass through Central Illinois in Champaign County has no doubt been on the lookout for the Illinois State Troopers. Each day these law enforcement professionals put their lives on the line to make sure that travelers on Illinois highways are safe and secure. Illinois… Read More
Opioids: Are Doctors Liable?
In the United States, opioid abuse runs rampant, and in truth large drug companies such as Purdue Pharma and distributors such as Cardinal shoulder the bulk of the blame. Still, in certain circumstances, doctors have some responsibility as well. Despite knowing that opioid pain relievers are addicting, the companies responsible for making and marketing the… Read More
Proving Permanent Injuries in Your Illinois Accident Case
In Illinois like almost every other state, if you were hurt in an accident and if you can win your personal injury case, you will receive compensation for your injuries. However, if you had to endure very serious injuries, there may come a time where you reach what is referred to as the maximum medical… Read More
How to Avoid Personal Injuries on Pedestrian Roadways
Many cities across Illinois, including Champaign-Urbana, are taking measures to increase bicycle and pedestrian traffic. Most pedestrian traffic is centralized in a downtown area, however motorists are well-served to keep a lookout for pedestrians on all roadways. If you are someone who often walks places, you have likely see n that some drivers simply do… Read More
What to Do After A Hit and Run Auto Accident in Illinois
Car accidents can be a traumatizing experience. The concentration of major State and National Interstate highways and travelers in the Champaign Urbana and Danville Areas make Central Illinois a hotbed for accidents. Hit-and-run accidents can be even scarier. After all, the other person, who is often guilty of negligence behind the wheel and also Illinois… Read More
Heads Up Parents: NuVasive Magec System May Hurt Your Child with Scoliosis
Koester & Bradley, LLP is investigating cases involving a popular, non-surgical, device intended to treat Scoliosis in children. Parents should be aware of the NuVasive Magec System, which was developed to treat Early Onset Scoliosis in very young children. With seven-million Americans suffering from scoliosis or curvature of the spine, the interest in the device… Read More
