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New Analysis of Paxil Study Suggests Its Not Safe for Teens

Long thought to be safe for treating depression in teenagers, a new analysis has been published showing that Paxil should not be prescribed to patients in this age group. Considered controversial from the beginning, the original study, published in 2001, led to a surge in antidepressants being prescribed to teenagers. The new study reviewed the>> Read More

U.S. Workplace Deaths Increasing

The number of workplace deaths among Americans is on the rise, specifically among contract, self-employed, and older workers. Experts are expecting that last years numbers could be the highest number of workplace deaths since 2008. According the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), preliminary 2014 numbers reveal a total of 4,679 workplace deaths a two>> Read More

Defensive Driving Tips

To be a safe driver, practicing defensive driving is necessary. While all traffic situations differ, following these basic defensive driving tips will help you stay safe and reduce your chances of getting into an accident. Maintain your focus While you drive, its important to focus only on the task at hand: driving. Distracted driving prevents drivers>> Read More

GWC Earns Favorable Settlement in Workers Compensation Case

GWC Injury Lawyers is pleased to announce a favorable settlement of more than $550,000 in workers’ compensation for one of our clients who was injured while on the job. After several years of tough negotiations with the respondent, our attorneys prevailed and were able to attain the level of compensation that our client needed to>> Read More

$900 Million GM Settlement for Faulty Ignition Switch

With a fatality toll at 124 victims due to defective vehicles, family members of victims have wondered if prosecuting attorneys would hold General Motors liable for it faulty ignition switch. The answer came in the form of a $900 million settlement last week that left many dissatisfied. The settlement stipulated that General Motors would pay>> Read More

You & Me This Morning – Case or No Case September 2015

In the September, 2015 installment of WCIU’s popular “Case or No Case” segment, GWC Partner and trial lawyer Lou Cairo presents three common scenarios to “You & Me This Morning” hosts Melissa and Jeanne, and lets them decide if each situation may result in the victims having sufficient grounds to file a damages lawsuit. Click>> Read More

School Sports Injuries

Participation in organized sports is growing among Americas youth, and along with that increase, school sports injuries and trips to the ER are becoming routine. There are various reasons why sports injuries occur. Even with new rules in place to make certain sports safer, injuries happen and might even be caused by the negligence of>> Read More

Seven Injured After Car Crashes into Bus Shelter on Southside

Seven people were injured, including five in critical condition, after a car crashed into a CTA bus shelter in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood. The crash occurred Monday, Sept. 14, around 1 p.m. at the corner of 47th Street and Martin Luther King Drive. According to reports from police officials and witnesses, the driver of the vehicle appeared>> Read More

Child Passenger Safety Week

Tragically, the leading cause of death in children 13-years-old and younger is from injuries related to car crashes. In many cases, these car crash deaths can be prevented through the use of the appropriate child restraint device, including seat belts, booster seats, rear-facing car seats and forward-facing car seats. Child Passenger Safety Week, Sept. 13>> Read More

How to Give a Good Deposition

Undergoing a deposition as part of a case is a routine procedure, but if it your first time, it can be stressful. Your attorney will prepare you to ease your nerves. Knowing what may to expect could help you be more focused and not be as anxious. Here are five tips for giving a good>> Read More

Common Questions about Wrongful Death

If you lose a loved one like a spouse or child because their death was caused by faulty manufacturing or medical negligence, you may want to file a wrongful death lawsuit. From state-to-state, regulations vary about filing such a claim, but an experienced wrongful death lawyer can walk you through the process. Here are common>> Read More

Labor Day Drunk Driving Crackdown Begins

Don’t risk becoming a statistic this Labor Day. State police are teaming up with hundreds of local agencies to setup roadside safety checks targeting motorists who are driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs this holiday weekend. Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over It marks the kickoff of the Drive Sober or Get Pulled>> Read More

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