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Seizures Reported Amongst Vape and E-Cig Users

In April of 2019, the FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D., and Principal Deputy Commissioner Amy Abernethy, M.D., Ph.D.,  released a statement on FDA’s ongoing scientific investigation of potential safety issue related to seizures reported following e-cigarette use

Commercial Plumber to Receive $600k After Defective Pipe Bursts

A journeyman plumber was in the basement of a Salt Lake City high rise testing plumbing lines. While up on a ladder testing a pressurized pipe fitting, an end-cap blew off the fitting, instantly releasing pressure and knocking him off the ladder and to the ground. The plumber sustained an ankle fracture and was off work for three months. He luckily was able to return to work full-duty.

One Million Dollars Acquired in an Ongoing Case.

This is an ongoing case, the names have been removed to protect the identity of those involved. All claims and testimonial reported are to be considered as simply evidence. A partial settlement for one million dollars was finalized last week in a medical malpractice case against a hospital, surgeon, and various nurses. The $𝟏,𝟎𝟎𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎 recovery […]

New Rules and Reflections on Bicycling

In the spring and summer, one of the things I love most about my job is that I can travel to and from work by bicycle several times a week. When I was first interviewing for the job and told my daughter that I’d be able to bike to work, she said, “Well, that’s a sign from God that you should take the position.” As it turns out, I love the job I have now. I also love biking to/from work, being able to see the sunrise as I commute and the bike path stretching out before me. I enjoy the time it gives me to mentally prepare for the day, and I especially benefit from the dose of endorphins that leaves me calm and alert for anything the day can throw at me. But lately, I’ve been thinking about biking in new ways. Here’s why…

Hundreds of Vets are Suing Over These Defective Combat Ear Plugs

Earplugs may cause hearing loss In a startling settlement in July 2018, the 3M corporation agreed to pay $9.1 million in a False Claims Act lawsuit to settle allegations that it knowingly supplied the United States military with defective earplugs. The lawsuit brought on behalf of the government alleged that the company covered up the […]

Cronauer Law Obtains $300 Thousand for Metra Conductor

A Chicago Rail Yard walkway owned and operated by Metra had deteriorated, exposing uneven surfaces, and making the designated path for safely traversing the railyard, unsafe. Walkways are to be maintained and repaired to avoid creating a tripping hazards, and if hazards are found, employees are encouraged to report the issue so that it can […]

Active Shooter Drills Required in the First 90 Days of a School Year

Public Act 100-996 recently amended the School Safety Drill Act to require all schools in Illinois to conduct at least one (1) annual active shooter or active threat drill, effective January 1, 2019. The drill must occur within 90 days after the first day of each school year. These drills are to be conducted in […]

Nicholas Cronauer to Receive Illinois Top 20 Verdicts in 2017

We are proud to announce that Nicholas Cronauer has received the award of “Top 20 Verdicts in Illinois in 2017.” Top Verdict peer reviews cases across the U.S. to determine lawyers who qualify for this award. In the case CRAVATTA V. METRA, our attorney Nicholas Cronauer has won this case with our colleagues:  Brett A. Emison of […]

10 Tips to Maximize Your Personal Injury Case

Involved in an accident? After you have been injured, your main goal is to do everything you can to make a full recovery, without getting yourself into debt with medical bills. Most people believe that insurance companies will simply pay for your medical expenses for your injuries, but after working with countless insurance companies, our […]