November 8, 2008Snowy sidewalks make city life difficult for the Chicago's handicapped population. Unfortunately there are no Chicago laws that require owners of private property to remove snow from private walks and drives however, under the Chicago City Code, landlords are required...
Read More October 18, 2008The Environmental Protection Agency said recently it is “re-evaluating the health effects of a popular weed killer that has been found in drinking water supplies,” to determine if further restrictions are needed to combat health concerns (Dina Cappiello, AP for...
Read More October 7, 2008The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is urging owners of certain Ford, Lincoln and Mercury SUVs, pickup trucks, vans, and cars to take their vehicles to a local dealership for a corrective repair. According to a NHTSA press release,...
Read More September 14, 2008Chicago cyclists should be aware of a recent recall involving Electra Amsterdam bicyles. Late last month, the CSPC announced a recall on Electra “Amsterdam” model bicycles. The alert reported there were reports that interior alignment tabs of the bicycle's chainguard...
Read More September 9, 2008The American Association for Justice news brief recently included an article stating The National Highway Safety Administration said, “it isn't necessary to require that power windows operate in reverse to prevent the injury or deaths of children who could be...
Read More September 3, 2008Trish McCloud was permanently disabled when her motorcycle's rear tire blew out in 2002. After the jury awarded damages to her in her products liability case, the tire manufacturer, Goodyear Dunlop Tires, asked for a new trial, raising a variety...
Read More August 14, 2008According to a recent survey by Active Times, Trek was rated the number one bike brand in 2014 because they consistently produce quality bicycles and make advancements to the industry. How will the recent recall of nearly one million Trek...
Read More January 30, 2008CHICAGO DAILY LAW BULLETIN The Illinois Supreme Court on Wednesday declined to review a case that established the tort of negligent credentialing of doctors by hospitals as a cause of action in Illinois. The petition for leave to appeal was...
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