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We are thrilled to welcome Kara Jenkins to the Paul Padda Law team as our new Director of Community Affairs! A dedicated public servant and the former head of the Nevada Equal Rights Commission , Kara brings a wealth of experience in civil rights enforcement, public service, and community engagement […]

A hit-and-run car accident in Chicago can leave you injured, confused, and unsure of your next move. Illinois law imposes serious criminal penalties on drivers who flee accident scenes, but as the victim, you still face the challenge of recovering compensation for your injuries and property damage. Understanding your legal […]

Yes, Illinois law allows patients to sue hospitals for misdiagnosis when the hospital’s failure to correctly identify a medical condition causes harm. Under 735 ILCS 5/13-212(a), a medical malpractice action may be brought against any physician, dentist, registered nurse, or hospital licensed under Illinois law for damages arising out of […]

When medical negligence causes serious harm, Illinois law provides several categories of compensation to address the full scope of a patient’s losses. From mounting hospital bills and lost income to pain and lasting disability, damages available in medical malpractice cases can be substantial. Understanding these categories is essential for anyone […]

The standard of care is the foundation of every medical malpractice claim in Illinois. It refers to the level of treatment, diagnosis, and attention that a reasonably competent healthcare provider in the same field would deliver under similar circumstances. When a provider falls below that benchmark and a patient suffers […]