SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Supreme Court has declined a review of an appellate decision that overturned the conviction of a truck driver involved in a 2013 crash that killed Hudson
Source: Supreme Court declines review of firefighter death case | Local Crime & Courts | pantagraph.com
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In cases like this there is still the possibility of seeking civil damages for wrongful death even if there is not a criminal charge or conviction.
Criminal charges have been dropped in two separate jurisdictions and the priest has won one civil suit.
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Shows another aspect of sexual abuse cases. Defendant going on the offensive and attacking the alleged victims.
An Alton car wash employee was washing windows when police believe his foot accidentally hit the gas pedal.
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Illinois law gives death benefits for a fatal work injury accident. Spouse or dependents are entitled to recover. This tragic incident would be covered.
A Champaign man has died after he was hit by a van on Bradley Avenue Tuesday night
Source: Champaign pedestrian killed | News-Gazette.com
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Witnesses and videos are very important evidence in potential wrongful death cases.
With two young children in her car, an Athens woman recorded herself on social media brandishing a gun and making threats as she followed another woman Sunday, according to the Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office.Brooke M. Tapscott, 24, was booked into the Sangamon County Jail on possible charges of unlawful possession of a weapon, aggravated assault and possession of a controlled substance.The latter charge was because deputies discovered a pill bottle that Tapscott did not have a
Source: Sheriff’s office: Athens woman uses social media while brandishing gun
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Perfect example of what not to do.
Whether you have a criminal case, work injury, motor vehicle injury case, or social security disability claim make sure that you do not do stupid things on social media. This can and will be used against you to attack your claim. The result will be dismissal of your case or seriously diminished damages as a result.