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New Illinois Act Grants Employees a Minimum of 40 Hours Paid Leave Annually

The new Illinois act guarantees employees a minimum of 40 hours of paid leave annually, allowing them to use the time for any purpose without providing a reason or documentation. Employers are required to maintain group health plan coverage during the paid leave, and employees can carry over unused paid leave to the next year. Employees are encouraged to seek workers compensation benefits if their employer does not comply with this act.

How to Choose the Right Truck Accident Attorney: Essential Tips for Accident Victims

How to Choose the Right Truck Accident Attorney: A Guide for Accident Victims Being involved in a truck accident can be a traumatic and life-changing event. Seeking legal help is an important step towards receiving the compensation you deserve. Choosing the right truck accident attorney is crucial to ensure your case is handled effectively and […]

Injured in a Crash with a Semi Truck: Know Your Rights and Legal Options

Injured in a Crash with a Semi Truck: Understanding the Dangers and Legalities Each year, thousands of individuals are injured in crashes involving semi trucks. These massive vehicles pose unique dangers to the public and have the potential to cause significant damage and serious injuries. It is essential for truck drivers and manufacturers to follow […]

Police Taser Training Incident results in $1.4 Million Jury Verdict

On December 14, 2022, a DeKalb Jury returned a $1.4 Million verdict in a case involving a part-time Genoa police officer, Joseph Chavez, who suffered a massive shoulder injury during a Taser Training class held by the village of Kirkland Police Department in December of 2015.   The case was handled by Nicholas Cronauer and was […]

Amazon warehouse collapse kills two employees

Play Play Previous Next The police in Edwardsville, Ill., said there were at least two “confirmed fatalities” at an Amazon warehouse after a direct hit from a tornado caused a major portion of the building to collapse on Friday night, leaving “catastrophic damage to a significant portion” of the building. At least 100 emergency vehicles […]

The Jeep Wrangler is not a Sport Utility Vehicle

When I envision what it would be like to drive a convertible, I see myself driving down a long strip of paved road, with the top down and the wind blowing through my hair. And if I were to put myself in the driver seat of a Jeep Wrangler, I envision myself slowly climbing up […]

Peloton Deemed Dangerous to Children

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers about the dangers of popular Peloton Tread+ exercise machine following several reported events of small children and a pet being injured under the machines. The Commission has found that the general public health and security requires this news to warn the public quickly of the […]

Workers’ Compensation Claim leads to $800,000 for Laborer

A 25 year old laborer suffered an injury while working for his employer. His job duties require him to safely operate nearby heavy machinery everyday. Heavy weight from nearby machinery fallen onto his foot and had caused crushing injuries. Any injury while performing duties for your employer is eligible under Illinois workers compensation laws, this […]

Medical Malpractice Settlement is one of highest earned across the U.S. 2019

Top 50 Medical Malpractice Settlements

Cronauer Law settled a case that amounted amongst Top 50 Medical Malpractice Settlements in the State of Illinois. The lawyers at Cronauer law has secured a settlement for their client in a Medical Malpractice case. Ranked as one of the Top 50 Medical Malpractice Settlements in the entire United States for 2019, as well as […]