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Stairs Without Handrails are Dangerous and Lead to Serious Injuries

In Chicago and everywhere, most homes have stairs.  When stairs lack proper safety features like handrails, they become a hidden hazard. Missing, defective, or wobbly handrails are not just inconvenient. They are a serious safety concern that can result in devastating injuries. In Chicago and in Illinois, property owners have…

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Should I Pay For Higher Insurance Coverage Limits?

Written and reviewed by Peter Zneimer of Zneimer & Zneimer P.C. As Chicago personal injury lawyers with over 20 years of experience, Zneimer & Zneimer P.C.  has witnessed a constant rise in the cost of medical treatment, car repairs and used cars and new cars over the years. However, during…

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Divvy Bikes in Winter in Chicago

The Chicago Department of Transportation recently announced that a record 11 million trips were taken on shared ride scooters and bikes in 2024.  That compares to 8.7 million rides that were taken in 2023 and represents the fourth straight year that use of ride share services have increased.   The personal…

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Tips for Driving in Chicago During the Winter

  Winter driving in Chicago can be dangerous. Icy roads, heavy snow, and freezing temperatures create challenges that demand preparation and vigilance.  As Chicago plaintiff personal injury attorneys at Zneimer & Zneimer P.C., we’ve seen many cases where the accidents were causes by icy roads. With proper preparation and safe…

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Chicago Realiza Mejoras en la Seguridad de los Peatones

Cualquiera que circule por Western Ave. en Chicago ha notado toda la construcción que se está realizando a lo largo de las aceras para agregar salientes de bordillo y otras adiciones diseñadas para favorecer a los peatones. Los salientes de bordillo son bordillos que se extienden hacia la calle, creando…

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Lesiones en Escaleras Comunes en Chicago

Los abogados de resbalones y caídas de Zneimer & Zneimer P.C. observan que los casos más comunes de lesiones en propiedades son las caídas en escaleras. Bajar escaleras es intrínsecamente peligroso, ya que una caída desde cierta altura genera la fuerza necesaria para causar esguinces graves, fracturas y traumatismos craneales.…

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Is There Liability in Chicago if I Slip and Fall on Icy Stairs? The Answer is “It Depends.”

Written and reviewed by Peter Zneimer You are visiting at a friend’s house and as you are walking down their front stairs, you slip and fall on ice and break your arm. Do you have a cause of action against your friend for your injuries?  That is a common question…

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