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A drunk driving accident has the potential to change your life in an instant. Through no fault of your own, you could find yourself struggling with serious physical injuries, property damage and other complications. There is no excuse for getting behind the wheel while intoxicated, and an Illinois drunk driver could face serious criminal charges for his or her…

CHICAGO, January 28, 2022 – Chicago trial lawyer Todd A. Smith, a founding partner with Brian LaCien of Smith LaCien LLP, has been named by Super Lawyers as one of the “Top 10” Illinois Super Lawyer in the State of Illinois. The state has nearly 95,000 attorneys. Smith has been on the Illinois Super Lawyers list since its inception in…

Sales of the once-popular Juul e-cigarette have plunged by $500 million, jeopardizing the company’s very existence. Chalk that up to massive awareness campaigns by those who believe the product’s potential health hazards and controversial marketing tactics to young people must be stopped. What’s on the line is whether the Food and Drug Administration will ban…

Where is the line between carelessness and lawlessness? This is something that car accident survivors often wonder about. If you or a loved one was hurt in a car accident, you may be surprised when you hear that the driver who caused it was not charged with a crime. Drivers who cause car accidents, even…

With the holiday season behind us, it’s never been more evident: the growth in the small-package urban delivery business continues its upward spiral with no signs of slowing down. Shoppers love the convenience of buying everything from meals to gifts with the click of a computer key. Sadly, the vast increase in urban delivery vehicles…

A car accident has the potential to bring immediate and significant changes to your life, especially if you have serious and debilitating injuries. If you suffered in a car accident while you were riding as a passenger, it may not be immediately clear what you can do to protect your interests and possibly secure damages. Thankfully, you…