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    Posted on November 18, 2013 To

    Pause Before Posting: A Faux Pas Online Can Stand as Grounds for Dismissal

    Social media pervades our culture and acts as a digital “water cooler” for venting and gossip. However, a recent trend shows that employers are using poorly considered online comments as legal grounds for dismissal. Furthermore, ill-advised posts that show up on a search engine can prevent people even having a chance at a myriad of other opportunities. For more, see the original article here.

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    Posted on November 1, 2013 To

    Clifford Law Offices Bolsters Medical Negligence Practice Area with Addition of Suburban Medical Malpractice Firm

    Clifford Law Offices, a national renown personal injury and wrongful death law firm in Chicago, is absorbing and merging with the Law Office of Kenneth C. Chessick, M.D., effective Nov. 1.

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    Posted on October 21, 2013 To

    Illinois Hospital Association Releases Report on Harmful Events

    A report released by the Illinois Hospital Association (IHA) Thursday (Oct. 17, 2013) showed that fewer preventable harmful events occurred in hospitals throughout the state in 2012 compared to the previous year. The report is based on the achievements of more than 200 hospitals and health systems in Illinois. It found that those hospitals reduced the number of falls, pressure ulcers, infections and other harmful events (843 less) with an estimated cost savings of about…

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    Posted on September 20, 2013 To

    Prince William of England May Not be Dad Who Struggles with Putting in the Baby’s Car Seat Correctly; Some Interesting Statistics

    7 in 10 Wrong: While 96 percent of parents and caregivers believe their child safety seats are installed correctly, research shows that seven out of 10 children are improperly restrained. Source: Child Passenger Safety Overview, Seatcheck.org  71 & 54 Percent: Correctly installed child safety seats reduce the risk of fatal injury by 71 percent for infants and 54 percent for toddlers riding in passenger cars. Source: Traffic Safety Facts 2011 Data, National Highway Traffic Safety…

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    Posted on September 3, 2013 To

    How Bob Clifford Changed a State Law

    By Andrew Maloney Law Bulletin staff writer Robert A. Clifford didn’t set out to alter the Illinois legal landscape over dinner in Buffalo, N.Y., last year. That’s just what happened. After a long day in court just before Thanksgiving, Clifford was dining at the upscale Buffalo Club with colleagues from his trial team, sharing notes and ideas in the crash case of Colgan Air Flight 3407, the Feb. 12, 2009, accident that killed 50 people…

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    Posted on August 29, 2013 To

    The Wonderful Work of “Wiggle Your Toes” Foundation — Helping Those Cope with Limb Loss

    After losing both legs in an auto accident, Aaron Holm decided to share his successful recovery plan with other amputees through his Wiggle Your Toes foundation. The group provides consultation, planning and referrals.

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    Posted on August 28, 2013 To

    American Association of Justice Discusses a Supreme Court Decision that Allows Manufacturers Not to be Held Accountable for Unsafe Medical Products

    0% at Fault  A 2008 Supreme Court ruling held that the makers of FDA-approved medical devices can’t be held responsible for injuries, even if their product is defective and later recalled. Source: Unequal Harm, American Association for Justice 

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    Posted on July 31, 2013 To

    Is Your Home Red Cross Ready? Can You Spot a Scammer after a Disaster? Important Info

    Create a survival kit, make a plan and be informed before disaster strikes with extensive interactive resources from the American Red Cross. Don’t miss these emergency mobile apps for lifesaving tips. Monitor All Hazardous Weather Conditions Look up conditions anywhere in the United States and learn the facts about weather-related hazards in your area at NOAA Watch from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Avoid Scam Artists After a Disaster There are criminals who prey…

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    Posted on July 29, 2013 To

    Severe Weather Across The Country – Some Interesting Stats

    By the numbers 528 Deaths: Severe weather tallied 528 fatalities and more than $38 billion in combined property and crop damage in 2012. The 10-year average is 640 deaths per year. Source: Summary of Natural Hazard Statistics (download), National Weather Service 14 Minutes: The average lead time from warning siren tornado is now 14 minutes. An 8-foot by 8-foot safe room averages $6,600 to $8,700 in new construction. Source: Tornado Preparedness Saves Lives, USA Today…

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