Michael J. Brennan

Do I Need a Lawyer After a Minor Car Accident in Illinois?
Do I Need a Lawyer After a Minor Car Accident in Illinois?

It only takes a moment for a minor car accident to disrupt your day. Maybe it was a light tap at a stoplight or a slow roll in a parking lot. At first glance, it might not seem serious. But even accidents that appear minor can lead to issues you didn't expect, like...

Warning Signs of Nursing Home Neglect Families Should Watch For
Warning Signs of Nursing Home Neglect Families Should Watch For

Choosing a nursing home for a loved one is never easy. Families hope their relatives will receive the care and attention they deserve while being treated with kindness and respect. Sadly, there are times when that trust is broken. Some Nursing homes fail to meet even...

How Illinois’ Comparative Negligence Law Affects Your Slip and Fall 
How Illinois’ Comparative Negligence Law Affects Your Slip and Fall 

You don’t expect to end up injured when you’re simply walking through a store or crossing a parking lot. But in a split second, a slippery floor or a hidden crack in the sidewalk can send you tumbling, and suddenly you’re facing medical bills, lost wages, and a whole...

Can You Sue a Landlord for a Slip and Fall in Illinois?
Can You Sue a Landlord for a Slip and Fall in Illinois?

One second you're walking through your apartment complex, and the next, you're down on the ground with an injury you didn't expect. These kinds of situations leave many Illinois renters asking who should take responsibility for the accident. Is it possible to hold...

Who is Liable in an Illinois Semi Truck Accident?
Who is Liable in an Illinois Semi Truck Accident?

A semi truck accident can change everything in an instant. One minute you’re driving along and the next you’re dealing with wrecked vehicles, serious injuries and a million questions of what just happened. Figuring out who is really at fault isn’t always as cut and...

Who is at Fault in a Car Accident in Illinois?
Who is at Fault in a Car Accident in Illinois?

Getting into a car accident can turn your whole day around. Beyond the initial shock and damage, you’re left trying to figure out who’s at fault—and what that means for you. In Illinois, fault matters. It determines who pays for the damage, how much you might get, and...

What is the Average Settlement for Nursing Home Neglect in Illinois?
What is the Average Settlement for Nursing Home Neglect in Illinois?

Choosing a nursing home for a loved one is a big decision, and it usually comes with a lot of trust. You expect the staff will take care of, attend to and respect your family member. So when signs of neglect start to show up, whether it’s unexplained injuries, weight...

How Successful are Nursing Home Lawsuits?
How Successful are Nursing Home Lawsuits?

When a loved one enters a nursing home, we trust they’ll be treated with care and dignity. Sadly, that trust is sometimes broken. Reports of neglect, mistreatment, or outright abuse are more common than most people realize, and when it happens, families are often left...

How Long Do You Have to Sue a Nursing Home in Illinois?
How Long Do You Have to Sue a Nursing Home in Illinois?

Deciding to move a loved one into a nursing home is never easy. It often comes after a lot of thought, tough conversations, and the hope that they will receive the care and attention they truly deserve. Most families trust that the staff will treat their loved ones...

I Fell at a Business In Chicago. What Should I Do Next?
I Fell at a Business In Chicago. What Should I Do Next?

A sudden fall at a business can catch anyone off guard. One moment you're walking through a store, restaurant, or office building in Chicago, and the next, you're on the ground, shaken up and hurting. You might think it was just bad luck, but often, these accidents...

SETTLEMENT

$8,400,000

Truck Accident
SETTLEMENT

$525,000

Car Accident
SETTLEMENT

$750,000

Medical Malpractice
SETTLEMENT

$500,000

Slip + Fall
SETTLEMENT

$375,000

Dog Bite