Personal Injury News

Feb 22

What to do if you’re injured in a Snow Plow Accident

After the consistent snowfall the Chicago area has received in the last few weeks and the most recent winter storm, snow plow operators have been working overtime to clear the roads for drivers. While clearing snow undoubtedly makes the roads safer,..read more →

Feb 17

Illinois Vehicle Deaths Surge in 2020

2020 has been the deadliest year for Illinois drivers in 13 years. Illinois vehicle deaths surged in 2020 despite fewer cars on the road. Do you think the Covid-19 Pandemic is to blame?read more →

February 17, 2021
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Jan 29

What is the Difference in Meaning Between a Crash and an Accident?

Should Car Crashes Be Described As “Accidents”? When a plane crashes, we don’t call it an “accident”. This is largely because we demand answers, and we make sure that changes are made so that it doesn’t happen again. Similarly, AAA, the Auto Club..read more →

January 29, 2021
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Aug 24

Illinois State Police to conduct Distracted Driving Enforcement Program

During the month of September, Illinois State Police will be conducting Distracted Driving Enforcement Program patrols. The goal of this program is to allow ISP to remind drivers of Illinois’ distracted driving laws in an effort to prevent fatal..read more →

August 24, 2020
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Jul 15

New Illinois Laws for Drivers as of July, 2020

SPRINGFIELD, IL (July 15, 2020) – As of July 1st, several new laws took effect, including a minimum wage increase, a law protecting sexual assault victims, and a law mandating the teaching of LGBTQ history in schools. Illinois residents will also..read more →

Jun 09

Fatal Naperville Car Accident Highlights Risky Driving Behaviors

NAPERVILLE (June 9, 2020) – On Saturday at 7:30 p.m. the Naperville Police Department responded to the intersection of Royce Rd and Lisson Rd. in Naperville for the report of a wrong-way car accident. Responding units observed two vehicles that..read more →

May 26

Reckless Driving in Illinois Spikes During Covid-19

OAK BROOK (May 26, 2020) – While the wide-open highways and traffic-free commutes may be a slight silver lining to the COVID-19 pandemic, are the clear roadways actually making driving more dangerous?read more →

Apr 28

What are Punitive Damages? Should Victims of Texting/Driving Get Them?

What are Punitive Damages? The purpose of punitive damages, often referred to as exemplary damages, is to punish the defendant for past misconduct and deter others from similar conduct in the future. Punitive damages are separate from compensatory..read more →

Apr 24

What is underinsured motorist coverage? Do I need it?

You may be asking “what is underinsured motorist coverage? Do I need it?” The answer is YES! Here’s why.read more →

April 24, 2020
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Mar 02

Uber Sexual Assault in Chicago

CHICAGO (March 1, 2020) –A 28-year-old woman was sexually assaulted by an Uber rideshare driver in the Lakeview neighborhood Sunday night, Chicago police said.read more →

Recent Outcomes

$1.3 Million

Mr. Palermo obtained $1.3 million dollars for an airline employee who was injured on the job.

$800,000

Palermo obtained $800,000 for the family of 63-year-old woman who died after gallbladder removal surgery.

$400,000

Palermo obtained $400,000 for a 28-year-old woman from Aurora that was the victim of a hit-and-run.

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