Around 5:00 a.m. on April 15, 2020, a multiple-vehicle crash occurred on the Kennedy Expressway in Chicago, said roadway having been left icy by an overnight snowfall. This led to a crash that involved dozens of cars, 32 individuals being evaluated for injuries and...
The Great Chicago Fire wiped out over 17,000 structures. From the ashes, the city was reborn with architectural marvels unlike the world had ever seen. But it’s been nearly 150 years since that horizon-changing blaze, and many of those once-new buildings could now put...
Bicycling is a way of life for many people in Chicago. Whether you’re avoiding the “L,” or wouldn’t dream of owning a car in the city, getting around on two wheels is a common answer. But the extra freedom can come with extra risk, so it’s important to know when laws...
When families in Arlington Heights are in search of a reliable nursing home facility for their loved one, chances are they are looking for a place where their family member will be well cared for and still be able to experience the excitement and fulfillment of life. ...
The size and weight of commercial vehicles can quickly turn mundane incidents to deadly collisions. Federal laws are in place to try to keep roads safe, but those that don’t obey could be putting your life at risk. GardaWorld, a security contractor that operates...
People who suffer from dementia or Alzheimer’s disease may be at risk of abuse or neglect in a nursing home. They may be uncooperative or aggressive, thereby becoming a target of abuse. They are also more vulnerable because they may not be able to communicate abuse or...
The main reason for taking elderly people to nursing homes is so they can receive more care and attention from professional caregivers. Unfortunately, this might not be what happens in some nursing homes as some of the caregivers end up abusing them instead. The...
You rely on your healthcare providers to take care of you when you’re not well, but the fast-paced, high-pressure world of medicine can often leave doctors and nurses feeling unwell themselves. When they’re not at their best, it’s possible that you won’t get the help...
When you get out on the road, you have to share it with all sorts of people. How they will behave while driving is of course impossible to predict. Still, there are certain behaviors to watch for. Aggressive driving behaviors fall into this category. Not only can it...
When women give birth in a medical facility, they rely on the health care professionals there o keep them safe. It is the job of the medical staff to protect both mother and baby. But human error is always possible. Today we will look at Erb's palsy, a condition that...