Defective Joystick: How a Product Liability Case Secured a $1.5 Million Settlement
What began as an ordinary workday at a construction site quickly spiraled into tragedy when heavy machinery malfunctioned, forever changing the life of an unsuspecting laborer. Thanks to the determined efforts of Cronauer Law and our co-counsel Clark Fountain, justice prevailed, resulting in a $1.5 million confidential settlement. The Incident: Unexpected and Catastrophic The incident […]
Motorcycle Crash Victim Recovers $595K With Help From Cronauer Law
At Cronauer Law, we recently resolved a complex injury claim for our client who was involved in a serious motorcycle accident. Although the opposing insurance carrier initially extended a $500,000 offer, we were able to secure a significantly higher pre-litigation resolution by methodically presenting the full scope of our client’s long-term impairments. The Incident: Rapid […]
Unseen Impact: How a Crash Uncovered a Major Injury
Using advanced brain imaging and biomechanical analysis, we uncovered the hidden effects of a traumatic brain injury—and secured a $280,000 settlement. The Incident: An Unexpected Collision On March 9, 2021, our client was waiting at a red light in DeKalb, Illinois, when his Van was unexpectedly struck from behind by a Ford Super Duty. Witnesses […]
Cronauer Law Settles Suit Against NuWave Over Exploding Pressure Cooker Incident
April 1, 2024 – Sycamore, IL — Cronauer Law, LLP has settled a product liability lawsuit on behalf of a West Virginia resident, who sustained permanent burn injuries due to an allegedly defective NuWave Nutri-Pot 6-Quart Digital Pressure Cooker. The complaint, filed in the Circuit Court of Lake County, Illinois, seeks damages for negligence, strict liability, […]
Ross Brennan | From JAG Corps to Personal Injury Attorney at Cronauer Law Texas Office
https://youtu.be/HMHWJlppSnk?feature=shared Part 1: Introduction & Background Benny Gold: You are listening to the Lawyer Stories podcast with host Benny Gold. Lawyer Stories was founded in July 2017 on Instagram and is an expanding global network of lawyers and law students sharing their personal journeys to the noble profession of the practice of law. Join us […]
Legal options for Dekalb cornfield crash victims
Legal Options for Injured Passengers in DeKalb County DUI Crash A serious single-vehicle crash in DeKalb County has left one passenger injured and raised significant legal concerns. The accident occurred around 3 a.m. on Sunday, February 9, near the intersection of Illinois Route 64 and Old State Road. Authorities report that 25-year-old Nina Galindo of […]
Jeep Recall: Faulty Side Curtain Airbags Put Jeep Wagoneer Occupants at Risk
At Cronauer Law, we are deeply concerned about Chrysler’s recent recall of the 2022-2023 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer due to faulty side curtain airbags. The recall (NHTSA Campaign Number 23V-545, FCA recall number 76A) highlights a significant safety failure—improperly seated upper B-pillar trim that may interfere with airbag deployment. This defect could mean the […]
Illinois Supreme Court Declines Appeal in Landmark Dram Shop Case
Final Ruling Secures $2.4 Million Verdict for Wrongful Death Victim’s Family January 30, 2025 – DeKalb, IL – The Illinois Supreme Court has declined to hear the appeal in Pawson v. Q West, Inc.. This decision finalizes a $2.4 million jury verdict in favor of the estate of a man who lost his life in a drunk driving crash. The ruling […]
Explosion at Sycamore Paint Facility: Cronauer Law Advocates for Workers’ Rights
SYCAMORE, Ill. – On Monday morning, a devastating explosion at the Seymour of Sycamore paint manufacturing plant resulted in serious injuries to two workers, highlighting the inherent risks associated with industrial jobs. The explosion occurred at approximately 8:34 a.m. at the facility located in the 900 block of Crosby Avenue, and emergency responders quickly secured […]
Justice Secured: $2.3M Settlement in Prostate Cancer Malpractice Case
At Cronauer Law, we recently secured a $2.3 million settlement in a medical malpractice case, emphasizing the grave consequences of ignoring clear medical warning signs. This case serves as a reminder of the critical duty medical providers have to meticulously review patient histories and promptly address abnormal test results. Our client—a middle-aged man—endured years of […]