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Staying Safe as Daylight Shortens: Reducing Injury

As autumn settles in, daylight hours noticeably decrease. With the arrival of shorter days and longer nights, the risk of personal injuries can increase, particularly due to reduced visibility and changes in daily routines. Understanding how these seasonal changes impact safety and implementing strategies to mitigate these risks is crucial for staying safe. If you […]

Personal Injury Settlements vs. Trials

When you suffer an injury due to someone else’s negligence, pursuing a personal injury claim can help you obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. The Law Office of Andrew Maze can help you understand these so you can make an informed decision in your personal injury case whether […]

Role of an Expert Witness in Personal Injury Trials

Personal injury trials can be complex and challenging, often requiring the expertise of individuals who possess specialized knowledge relevant to the case. Among these experts, the expert witness holds a pivotal role. Their testimony can significantly influence the outcome of a trial, providing clarity on intricate matters that are beyond the general understanding of the […]

Supermarket Accidents

What To Do If You Are Injured in a Supermarket Accident You may not think of the supermarket as a hazardous place, but every year, many customers and employees are injured in supermarket accidents through no fault of their own. Injured customers have different legal approaches than injured employees when it comes to seeking compensation, […]

Wrongful Death Law Myths

Losing a family member, especially when the death was unexpected and the result of someone else’s negligence, is one of the hardest and most terrible things anyone can go through in life. The Law Office of Andrew S. Maze is prepared to act as a trusted and compassionate legal resource for families who have lost […]

Debunking Personal Injury Law Myths

Personal injury law is a complex field that aims to protect individuals who have suffered harm due to the negligence or intentional actions of others. However, misconceptions and myths often cloud people’s understanding of this area of law. Debunking some common personal injury law myths can provide clarity and promote a better understanding of the […]

Premises Liability

Premises liability is the legal concept that property owners are liable for injuries that occur on their property if those injuries are the result of their negligence. This legal concept can help you understand your legal options if you are ever seriously injured in an accident on residential, commercial, or municipal property. If you are […]

Winter Weather Injuries

Winter brings to mind snow-blanketed lawns, fireplaces blazing, snowball fights, and hot cocoa. But, for some people, it summons up the image of dangerously snowy roads and icy sidewalks. Unfortunately, a slip and fall in winter weather can cause serious injury. Common Winter Weather Injuries The cold, snow, and ice make staying healthy and safe […]

Wrongful Death

Wikipedia defines wrongful death as “a claim against a person who can be held liable for a death.” This claim is brought in a civil action, usually by close relatives, as enumerated by statute. The death of a loved one is a difficult time, especially if it’s the result of someone else’s negligence. An unexpected […]

Workplace Accidents

In the United States, workplace accidents are all too common. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in 2020 reported that private industry employers experienced 2.7 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses. Additionally, OSHA tracks fatalities that occur regularly in the workforce. In March of 2022, for example, Elias Avila-Romero (37) of Illinois was fatally […]

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